John & Nancy Bell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Nancy Bell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,095 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $8,265. 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$23,095
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$8,265
- Assets$416,889
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $22,653 the year before.
29% 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 | $13,811 | 17 | $408,931 |
| 2024 | $22,653 | 23 | $430,853 |
| 2025 | $23,095 | 14 | $416,889 |
How to apply
John & Nancy Bell Family 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.
What John & Nancy Bell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 14 | $23,095 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peachtree Road UMC | Unrestricted | $8,265 |
| Newnan First UMC | Unrestricted | $3,100 |
| City Sandy Springs Theatre | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Friends of Benson Inc | Unrestricted | $2,020 |
| Holy Innocenys' Episcopal School | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Sandy Springs Society | Unrestricted | $1,260 |
| Solidarity Sandy Springs | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| National Christian Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Angels House | Unrestricted | $500 |
| First Baptist Newnan Preschool | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Overcome Church | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Sandy Springs PD Foundation | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Agnes Scott College | Unrestricted | $150 |
| MtBethel Church | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Bell
- Nancy C Bell
- John LBell
Questions people ask
Does John & Nancy Bell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Nancy Bell Family Foundation give?
$23,095 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs John & Nancy Bell Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John L Bell (President/Treasury), Nancy C Bell (VP/Secretary) and John LBell (Director).
What does John & Nancy Bell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.