Barnes Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Barnes Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Valdosta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $401,762 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $379,122. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$401,762
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$379,122
- Assets$613,028
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $136,124 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 | $134,194 | 11 | $923,770 |
| 2024 | $136,124 | 6 | $923,628 |
| 2025 | $401,762 | 4 | $613,028 |
How to apply
Barnes 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 4 | $401,762 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Evans Memorial Camp | General fund | $379,122 |
| Coastal Plain Area Economic Opportunity Authority | General fund | $15,000 |
| Cam Leadership Network Inc | General fund | $7,000 |
| The Enay Foundation Inc | General fund | $640 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles W Barnes IV
- Charles W Barnes III
Questions people ask
Does Barnes Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barnes Foundation Inc give?
$401,762 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Barnes Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles W Barnes IV (President) and Charles W Barnes III (Secretary/Treasurer).