J C Kennedy Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
J C Kennedy Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.8 million in 77 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $1.7 million. 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$3.8 million
- Number of grants77
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$1.7 million
- Assets$101 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.4 million the year before.
33% 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 | $4.4 million | 79 | $93.6 million |
| 2024 | $3.8 million | 77 | $101 million |
How to apply
J C Kennedy 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 J C Kennedy Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $1.7 million |
| Georgia | 36 | $769,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $412,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $200,000 |
| Mississippi | 5 | $188,480 |
| Florida | 1 | $105,600 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $85,000 |
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $37,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Program support | $1.7 million |
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | Special project support | $400,000 |
| Wild Salmon Center | Special project support | $200,000 |
| Mia's Miracles Foundation Inc | Program support | $105,600 |
| Canine Assistants | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Delta Waterfowl Foundation | Program support | $100,000 |
| Tallahatchie General Hospital Medical Foundation | Program support | $95,000 |
| City of Charleston | Special project support | $56,480 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Children's Restoration Network | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Chris 180 Inc | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Empty Stocking Fund | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Georgia Court Appointed Special Advocates Inc | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Movember Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| The Cathedral of St Philip | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Protestant Episcopal High School in Virginia | Program support | $35,000 |
| Community Assistance Center | General operating support | $30,000 |
| Atlanta Mission | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta | Program support | $25,000 |
| Compassion and Choices | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Foster Care Support Foundation Inc | General operating support | $25,000 |
| French Broad River Academy Inc | Special project support | $25,000 |
| Georgia Resilience and Opportunity Fund Inc | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Greenwich Country Day School Inc | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Protestant Episcopal High School in Virginia | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Westminster Schools Inc | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Woodward Academy | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Atlanta Children's Shelter | General operating support | $20,000 |
| National Outdoor Leadership School | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Sportsmen's Alliance Foundation | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Child Abuse Prevention Association | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Hannahs House Inc | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Atlanta | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Must Ministries Inc | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Path Foundation Inc | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Tallahatchie General Hospital Medical Foundation | Program support | $15,000 |
| Vermont Foodbank | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Mississippi Wildlife Fisheries and Parks Foundation | Program support | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James C Kennedy
- Barbara K Harty
- James C Kennedy Jr
- Nancy K Rigby
- Clay K Kennedy
Questions people ask
Does J C Kennedy Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J C Kennedy Foundation Inc give?
$3.8 million in tax year 2024, across 77 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs J C Kennedy Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James C Kennedy (President/Trustee), Barbara K Harty (Vice President/Trustee), James C Kennedy Jr (Secretary/Treasurer/Trustee) and Nancy K Rigby (Assistant Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does J C Kennedy Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.