Luther and Claire Griffith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Luther and Claire Griffith Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,300 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,000. 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$28,300
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$985,364
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,800 the year before.
22% 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 | $29,400 | 23 | $778,904 |
| 2024 | $25,800 | 25 | $893,951 |
| 2025 | $28,300 | 23 | $985,364 |
How to apply
Luther and Claire Griffith 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 Luther and Claire Griffith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 9 | $7,250 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $3,800 |
| Texas | 3 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Briar College | Annual fund support | $10,000 |
| The Lawrenceville School | Annual fund support | $3,500 |
| Atlanta Botanical Garden | Annual fund support | $3,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta | Annual fund support | $2,000 |
| Atlanta Beltline Partnership | Annual fund support | $1,000 |
| Christ School | Annual fund support | $1,000 |
| St Stephens School | Annual fund support | $1,000 |
| Texas Christian University | Annual fund support | $1,000 |
| The Rectory School | Annual fund support | $1,000 |
| University of Wisconsin | Annual fund support | $1,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Annual fund support | $1,000 |
| Frazer Center | Annual fund support | $500 |
| Gladney Center | Annual fund support | $500 |
| Harvard Business School Fund | Annual fund support | $500 |
| Path Foundation | Annual fund support | $250 |
| Atlanta Children's Day Shelter | Annual fund support | $200 |
| Community Congregational Church | Annual fund support | $200 |
| Phi Gamma Delta Educational Foundation | Annual fund support | $150 |
| Ansley Park Beautification Foundation | Annual fund support | $100 |
| Hearing Health Foundation | Annual fund support | $100 |
| Piedmont Park Conservancy | Annual fund support | $100 |
| Cherokee Garden Library | Annual fund support | $100 |
| Pingry School | Annual fund support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Luther T Griffith
- Claire D Griffith
- Luther T Griffith Jr
- Charles L Griffith
Questions people ask
Does Luther and Claire Griffith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Luther and Claire Griffith Foundation give?
$28,300 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Luther and Claire Griffith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Luther T Griffith (Trustee), Claire D Griffith (Trustee), Luther T Griffith Jr (Trustee) and Charles L Griffith (Trustee).
What does Luther and Claire Griffith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and faith communities.