Loomis Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Loomis Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $667,750 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$667,750
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$19.4 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $604,250 the year before.
32% 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 | $697,802 | 48 | $15.3 million |
| 2024 | $604,250 | 46 | $16.7 million |
| 2025 | $667,750 | 54 | $19.4 million |
How to apply
Loomis Charitable 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 Loomis Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 24 | $330,500 |
| California | 4 | $125,000 |
| Florida | 10 | $74,250 |
| Tennessee | 5 | $45,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 2 | $28,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $6,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc Davis Foundation | General charitable purpose | $55,000 |
| Uga Foundation | General charitable purpose | $45,000 |
| Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department | General charitable purpose | $40,000 |
| Animal Advocates of Chatooga County | General charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Red Clay Rescue | General charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| The High Museum of Art | General charitable purpose | $24,000 |
| Canine Cellmates | General charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Cannabis for Conservation | General charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Christ the King Episcopal Church | General charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Seaside School Foundation | General charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| The Preschool at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church | General charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Virginia Episcopal School | General charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Marc Foundation | General charitable purpose | $18,000 |
| Transformation Life Center | General charitable purpose | $18,000 |
| Woodward Academy | General charitable purpose | $17,500 |
| Bridgeville Community Center | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| First Steps to Freedom | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Flying Change Foundation | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Horticultural Society of Middle Tennessee | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Save the Redwoods | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Sun Kissed Acres | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County | General charitable purpose | $12,000 |
| Lifeline Animal Project | General charitable purposes | $12,000 |
| American Friends of the Ocean Cleanup | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Caucasian Ovcharka Rescue Rehome | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Cloudland Volunteer Fire Department | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Georgia State Golf Association | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Jordan's House | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Paradise Garden Foundation | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Prevent Child Abuse Rockdale | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Purple Heart Outdoors | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Sigma Nu Educational Foundaiton | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| The Richard J Caron Foundation | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Alaqua Animal Refuge | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Caring and Sharing South Walton | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Mad Rescue | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| McIntosh County Art Association | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Momentous Institute | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Morgan's Chapel United Methodist Church | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Burns III
- Karen Burns
- William Burns IV
- Jackson Burns
- Sally Burns
- Melody Zabloi Burns
Questions people ask
Does Loomis Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Loomis Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$667,750 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Loomis Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William Burns III (Chairman, President & Secretary), Karen Burns (Vice President & Treasurer), William Burns IV (Associate Board Member) and Jackson Burns (Associate Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Loomis Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and community development.