Jolly Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Jolly Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Savannah, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,200 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $3,500. 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$18,200
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$149,823
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,750 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,050 | 15 | $162,322 |
| 2024 | $16,750 | 21 | $154,641 |
| 2025 | $18,200 | 20 | $149,823 |
How to apply
Jolly 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Jolly Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 17 | $16,450 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church | Music with a mission | $3,500 |
| Caretta Research Project | Research support | $2,000 |
| Ogeechee Riverkeeper | Unrestricted grant | $1,200 |
| Mountain Film in Savannah | General fund | $1,000 |
| Savannah Tree Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Savannah Wildlife Rescue Center | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| The Orianne Society | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Union Mission | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Ossabaw Island Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant | $750 |
| University of Georgia | Marine extension and ga sea grant | $750 |
| Chatham-Savannah Citizen Advocacy | Unrestricted grant | $750 |
| Swainsboro Betty Gambrell Animal Shelter | General fund | $700 |
| First Baptist | General fund | $500 |
| One Hundred Miles | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Presbyterian Homes of Georgia | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| The Unforgettable Dream Fund | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Old Savannah City Mission | Unrestricted grant | $300 |
| True Vine Deliverance Ministry | Unrestricted grant | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Gwen S McKee
- Thomas W McKee
- Mary Ellen McKee
- Kevin Adams
- Dieter Gunkel
- Clermont Fraser
- Claire Compton
- Sarah Pollett
- Eiman Azim
- Billy McKee
- Dave Wolfowitz
Questions people ask
Does Jolly Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jolly Foundation Inc give?
$18,200 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Jolly Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gwen S McKee (President), Thomas W McKee (Vice Pres.), Mary Ellen McKee (Trustee) and Kevin Adams (Trustee) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Jolly Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and environment and conservation.