James E and Betty J Huffer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James E and Betty J Huffer Foundation is a private foundation in Young Harris, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $234,647 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$234,647
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $178,000 the year before.
71% 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 | $195,880 | 15 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $178,000 | 16 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $234,647 | 21 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
James E and Betty J Huffer 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What James E and Betty J Huffer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $88,647 |
| Georgia | 6 | $45,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $35,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Indiana | 3 | $22,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Neighborhood Creative Arts Center | Restricted to acquisition\construction of a permanent facility. | $30,000 |
| Project Heal Help to Eat Accept & Live | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Bradley Cleveland Public Health Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Childrens Museum of Indianapolis | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Deeply Ingrained Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hope Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Okefenokee Swamp Park Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Cancer Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Athens Institute for Contemporary Art | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Captains for Clean Water | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Center for Children | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mountain Circuit Casa Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Project Lift | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace Inc | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Arts in Health Ocala Metro | Unrestricted | $3,647 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Huffer
- Jason Huffer
- Darnell King
- Danielle Zubriski
- Karen Fitzgerald
Questions people ask
Does James E and Betty J Huffer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James E and Betty J Huffer Foundation give?
$234,647 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs James E and Betty J Huffer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Huffer (Trustee), Jason Huffer (President), Darnell King (Trustee) and Danielle Zubriski (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does James E and Betty J Huffer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and environment and conservation.