Courtney Knight Gaines Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Courtney Knight Gaines Foundation is a private foundation in Savannah, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $731,800 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $360,000. 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$731,800
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$360,000
- Assets$11.2 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $527,050 the year before.
43% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $431,000 | 33 | $12.2 million |
| 2022 | $445,050 | 25 | $10.5 million |
| 2023 | $527,050 | 30 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $731,800 | 28 | $11.2 million |
How to apply
Courtney Knight Gaines Foundation 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 Courtney Knight Gaines Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 20 | $586,800 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest of Coastal Ga | Unrestricted charitable grant | $360,000 |
| Lake Junaluska Assembly | Unrestricted charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Haywood Christian Ministry | Unrestricted charitable grant | $35,000 |
| Hospice Savannah | Unrestricted charitable grant | $30,000 |
| Wesley Monumental Church | Unrestricted charitable grant | $30,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Soceity | Unrestricted charitable grant | $20,000 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | Unrestricted charitable grant | $20,000 |
| Savannah Book Festival | Unrestricted charitable grant | $20,000 |
| Union Mission Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $20,000 |
| Congregation Mickve Israel | Unrestricted charitable grant | $15,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Community Housing Services Agency | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Friends of Tos Theater | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Georgia Conservancy | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Pacific Crest Trail Assn | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| University of Va Athletics Fdn | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| YMCA | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Urban Hope Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $6,800 |
| Alzheimer's Association of Coastal Ga | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Appalachian Trail Conservancy | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Caretta Research Project | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Chatham Transitional Ministries | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Friends of Oatland Island | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| International Friendship Center | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Over the Moon Diaper Bank | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Safe Shelter | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ezekiel B Gaines III
- Christopher E Klein
- Courtney G Fetz
- Grace G Gattis
- William B Gaines
- James Thomas Gattis
- Ezekiel B Gaines IV
- Marshall D Gaines
Questions people ask
Does Courtney Knight Gaines Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Courtney Knight Gaines Foundation give?
$731,800 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Courtney Knight Gaines Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ezekiel B Gaines III (President), Christopher E Klein (Secretary), Courtney G Fetz (Trustee) and Grace G Gattis (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Courtney Knight Gaines Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and environment and conservation.