Ameris Bank Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ameris Bank Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $109,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$109,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$972,389
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was up from $53,830 the year before.
82% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $53,830 | 9 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $109,000 | 11 | $972,389 |
How to apply
Ameris Bank Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Ameris Bank Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 7 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| America's Charities | Relief Funds | $50,000 |
| City of Refuge | Operational Support | $20,000 |
| United Way of Greater Atlanta | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| Inspiredu | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | Operational Support | $5,000 |
| Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Foundation Inc | Operational Support | $5,000 |
| North Fulton Community Charities | Operational Support | $3,000 |
| Mossy Pond Volunteer Fire Department Inc | Operational Support | $2,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida | Operational Support | $1,500 |
| Boy & Girls Club of Bartow County | Operational Support | $1,000 |
| United Way of Colquitt County | Operational Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cindi Lewis
- Elna Klein-Kolarich
- H Palmer Proctor Jr
- Matthew Roux
- Michael Pierson
Questions people ask
Does Ameris Bank Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ameris Bank Foundation Inc give?
$109,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ameris Bank Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Cindi Lewis (Director), Elna Klein-Kolarich (Secretary), H Palmer Proctor Jr (Director) and Matthew Roux (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ameris Bank Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and youth programs.