Matthews Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Matthews Family Foundation is a private foundation in Marietta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $517,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $49,143. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$517,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$49,143
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $545,000 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $545,000 | 23 | $10.9 million |
| 2024 | $517,000 | 20 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
Matthews 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 Matthews Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 10 | $270,372 |
| Colorado | 3 | $89,314 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $50,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $39,314 |
| Texas | 2 | $31,500 |
| Nevada | 1 | $20,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $16,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jimmy Simpson Foundation | Committed to providing compassionate care for individuals living with brain injuries | $49,143 |
| Hospitals for Humanity | Dedicated to providing free open-heart surgeries to children with congenital heart defects in africa | $44,229 |
| Compassion International | Christian child sponsorship organization working to release children from poverty by meeting their right-now and long-term needs in partnership with the local church | $39,314 |
| Destiny Rescue Inc | Rescue children from sexual exploitation and human trafficking and equip them to stay free | $39,314 |
| Salvation Army | Preach the gospel of jesus christ and to meet human needs in his name without discrimination. | $30,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Help meet the needs of victims of war, poverty, famine, disaster, and other crises | $30,000 |
| The Navigators | Focused on developing disciples person-by-person-by-person and encouraging spiritual growth across life stages | $30,000 |
| Safe Harbor | Dedicated to serving children, families, and individuals who have been abused, abandoned or neglected; who are homeless or have run away from home, and who are otherwise at risk or feel threatened | $25,000 |
| Covenant Care Services | Christian adoption and counseling agency working primarily with birthmothers and families in georgia. | $22,000 |
| Black Mountain Home for Children Youth & Families | Mission is to glorify god by caring for children, youth, and families | $20,000 |
| Club Beyond Military Community Youth Ministries | Mentoring young people in the journey through the hard challenges of adolescence, providing positive role models and exhibiting christ-like behavior | $20,000 |
| Ekisa Ministries International Inc | Improving the lives of children living with disabilities in uganda | $20,000 |
| Live 2540 | Restore health and renew hope for liberia's most vulnerable children through medical care, food, discipleship, and education | $20,000 |
| Mentoring for Leadership | Mentoring students that may be lacking the support of a consistent role model to help them reach graduation and beyond, to the fulfillment of their goals | $20,000 |
| National Christian Foundation Co Medial Missions Ministries | Mission of organization is mobilizing resources by inspiring biblical generosity | $20,000 |
| North Cobb Christian School | General support | $20,000 |
| Swat Ministries | Investing in the value of the next generation and empowering them to authentically live out their purpose | $20,000 |
| The Gospel Coalition | General support | $16,500 |
| Village Schools International | Sharing the gospel in africa through education | $16,500 |
| Mercy Ships | Assist in deploying hosptial ships to reach people who lack access to medial care | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert E Matthews
- Matthew D Burton
- Luke Doran Burton
- Michael Scott Matthews
- William Robert Burton
Questions people ask
Does Matthews Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Matthews Family Foundation give?
$517,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Matthews Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert E Matthews (Trustee), Matthew D Burton (Trustee), Luke Doran Burton (Trustee) and Michael Scott Matthews (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Matthews Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and human services.