Curtis Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Curtis Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Watkinsville, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $67,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $18,000. 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$67,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was up from $62,000 the year before.
22% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $62,000 | 27 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $67,000 | 23 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Curtis 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 Curtis Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 17 | $43,500 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $8,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of the Redeemer | General fd | $18,000 |
| American Red Cross | Helen relief in ga & nc | $10,000 |
| Linden Linthicum UMC | General fund | $4,000 |
| Garrett Walker Joshua 1-9 Foundatio | General fund | $4,000 |
| Nathanael Greene Academy | General fund | $3,500 |
| University of Georgia | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Salem Academy College | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Westminister Christian Academy | General fund | $3,000 |
| Festival Hall Cultural Center | General fund donation | $2,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General fund | $2,000 |
| Camp Twin Lakes | General fund | $2,000 |
| Greene County 4-H | General fund | $1,750 |
| Neighbors Helping Neighbors | General fund | $1,750 |
| Global Samaritans | General fund | $1,250 |
| Penfield Christian Home | General fund | $1,000 |
| Circle of Love Center | General fund | $1,000 |
| Greene County Food Pantry | General fund | $1,000 |
| Green County Christian Outreach | General fund | $1,000 |
| Atlas Ministry | General fund | $1,000 |
| Greene County Historical Society | General fund | $1,000 |
| Geene County Regional Leadership | General fund | $750 |
| Esp | General fund | $500 |
| UCLA Foundation | Betty renfro memorial | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lucy Ogletree
- Beth Crumbley
- Richard B Curtis
- Cynthia Smith
- Robert Lewis
- Thomas R Curtis
- Libby Crumbley
Questions people ask
Does Curtis Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Curtis Foundation Inc give?
$67,000 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Curtis Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Lucy Ogletree (President), Beth Crumbley (Secretary), Richard B Curtis (Treasurer) and Cynthia Smith (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Curtis Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.