George W Strickland Jr Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
George W Strickland Jr Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Valdosta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.9 million in 36 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.1 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.9 million
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$38.5 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.4 million the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 | $2.0 million | 38 | $35.9 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 38 | $37.3 million |
| 2025 | $2.9 million | 36 | $38.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Sharon Deloach PO Box 2241, Valdosta, GA 31604-2241 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (912) 739-3733, sdeloach@evansconcrete.com |
| What to submit | Applicants should submit a donation request form including their general information and tax id number, a copy of the 501(c)(3) determination letter, a brief description of the mission, and a description of the donation request. |
| Restrictions | Contributions are limited to southeast Georgia or organizations that support students and/or citizens of this region. |
What George W Strickland Jr Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 35 | $2.8 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arts & Cultural Authority of Claxton and Evans County | General fund | $1.1 million |
| Evans Memorial Hospital Inc | General fund | $250,000 |
| Ogeechee Technical College Foundation | General fund | $250,000 |
| Brewton-Parker College | General fund | $100,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Foundation | General fund | $100,000 |
| Paul Anderson Youth Home | General fund | $100,000 |
| Pinewood Christian Academy | General fund | $100,000 |
| Southeastern Technical College | General fund | $100,000 |
| Valwood School | General fund | $100,000 |
| Evans County Christian Learning Center | General fund | $84,650 |
| Wiregrass Georgia Technical College | General fund | $50,000 |
| Families 4 Families | General fund | $50,000 |
| Robert Toombs Christian Academy | General fund | $46,350 |
| Good Health Ministries | General fund | $42,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Retreat | General fund | $40,000 |
| Evans County Board of Commissioners | General fund | $31,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club | General fund | $30,000 |
| Lowndesvaldosta Arts Commission | General fund | $30,000 |
| Sweet Onion Christian Learning Center Inc | General fund | $30,000 |
| Camp Rock of Georgia Inc | General fund | $25,000 |
| Georgia Christian School | General fund | $25,000 |
| Mercy Medical Clinic & Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Statesboro Regional Sexual Assault Center | General fund | $25,000 |
| Truett McConnell University | General fund | $25,000 |
| Community Support Center | General fund | $21,000 |
| Claxton Evans County Economic Development Authority | General fund | $20,000 |
| North Bryan Christian Learning Center | General fund | $20,000 |
| Brewton Cemetery | General fund | $15,000 |
| Youth Impact Center | General fund | $15,000 |
| Gods Store House | General fund | $12,500 |
| Reach Georgia Foundation Inc | General fund | $10,000 |
| Tattnall County Board of Education | General fund | $7,500 |
| Living Bridges | General fund | $5,000 |
| Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia | General fund | $5,000 |
| Evans County 4-H | General fund | $5,000 |
| Cares | General fund | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Tommy Strickland
- Sharon Deloach
- James W Godbee Jr
Questions people ask
Does George W Strickland Jr Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does George W Strickland Jr Foundation Inc give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs George W Strickland Jr Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Tommy Strickland (Vice President), Sharon Deloach (Secretary/Treasurer) and James W Godbee Jr (President).
What does George W Strickland Jr Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.