James Hyde Porter Testamentary Trust
Accepts applications
James Hyde Porter Testamentary Trust is a private foundation in Columbus, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $604,100 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$604,100
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$13.7 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $588,600 the year before.
15% 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 | $585,100 | 27 | $12.4 million |
| 2024 | $588,600 | 30 | $13.3 million |
| 2025 | $604,100 | 33 | $13.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Stephens Lamb 121 Perimeter Parkway, Macon, GA 31210 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (404) 556-0194, stephens.lamb@raymondjames.com |
| What to submit | Grant applications can be requested from and returned to stephens.lamb@raymondjames.com. |
| Deadlines | April 30 |
| Restrictions | Provided with grant application. |
What James Hyde Porter Testamentary Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 32 | $589,100 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Corporation of Mercer University | General Operations | $100,000 |
| Washington Street Community Center Inc | General Operations | $40,000 |
| United Way of Central Georgia | General Operations | $32,500 |
| Willing Helpers Clinic | General Operations | $32,500 |
| Wesleyan College | General Operations | $31,800 |
| Alcovy CASA | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Community Arts Association in Newton County Inc | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Museum of Arts & Sciences | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Macon Hope - First Tee | General Operations | $20,000 |
| NewTown Macon Inc | General Operations | $20,000 |
| The Arc Macon | General Operations | $20,000 |
| The Mentor's Project of Bibb County Inc | General Operations | $20,000 |
| A Child's Voice Child Advocacy Center Inc | General Operations | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Boy Scouts Central Georgia Council | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Campus Clubs | General Operations | $15,000 |
| DePaul USA Inc | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Macon Volunteer Clinic Inc | General Operations | $15,000 |
| The Methodist Home for Children & Youth | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Crossroads Christian Counseling Center | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Family Counseling Center of Macon & Bibb County | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Macon Area Habitat for Humanity Inc | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Macon Outreach at Mulberry | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Newton Mentoring Inc | General Operations | $7,500 |
| Loaves & Fishes Ministry Inc | General Operations | $5,500 |
| Jay's HOPE Foundation | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Georgia | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Wesley Glen Ministries | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Cure Childhood Cancer Inc | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Porter Ellis Community Center | General Operations | $2,000 |
| Julia A Porter Memorial UMC | General Operations | $1,800 |
| JH Porter Memorial Library Fund | General Operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond James Associates
- Lester Miller
- Liz Sullivan
- Seth Clark
- Will Horkan
- Jane Miller
- Dr Norris Little Jr
- Dr Minor Vernon
- Fleeta Baggett
- Linda Hays
- Christy Kovac
Questions people ask
Does James Hyde Porter Testamentary Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 30.
How much does James Hyde Porter Testamentary Trust give?
$604,100 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs James Hyde Porter Testamentary Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Raymond James Associates (Trustee), Lester Miller (Manager), Liz Sullivan (Manager) and Seth Clark (Manager) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does James Hyde Porter Testamentary Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.