Joe and Pat Edwards Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Joe and Pat Edwards Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Barnesville, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $370,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $219,000. 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$370,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$219,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $286,750 the year before.
47% 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 | $262,200 | 46 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $286,750 | 46 | $8.2 million |
| 2025 | $370,000 | 16 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
Joe and Pat Edwards 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 Joe and Pat Edwards Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 13 | $359,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation Central Ga | Support | $219,000 |
| Community Foundation Central Ga | Support | $100,000 |
| Zebulon Baptist Church | Support | $25,000 |
| First United Methodist CH Zebulon | Support | $5,000 |
| University of Va Darden Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Greenville High School | Support | $3,000 |
| New York Road Runners Inc | Support | $2,500 |
| Pike County Historical Society | Support | $2,000 |
| Empty Stocking Fund | Support | $1,500 |
| Arts Association Newton County | Support | $1,000 |
| Lake Burton Civic Association | Support | $1,000 |
| Barnesville Rotary Club | Support | $1,000 |
| Disciplining Ministries Internation | Support | $1,000 |
| Sharon Primitive Baptist Church | Support | $1,000 |
| Oak Hill Cemetary | Support | $1,000 |
| The Environmental Research Network | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James J Edwards Sr
- Patricia C Edwards
- James J Edwards Jr
- Christopher C Edwards
Questions people ask
Does Joe and Pat Edwards Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe and Pat Edwards Foundation Inc give?
$370,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Joe and Pat Edwards Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists James J Edwards Sr (Chairman/Ceo), Patricia C Edwards (Vice Chairma), James J Edwards Jr (Secretary) and Christopher C Edwards (Cfo/Treasure).
What does Joe and Pat Edwards Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, faith communities and education.