The Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cumming, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $9.8 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $24,500 and the largest $3.7 million. 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$9.8 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$24,500
- Largest grant$3.7 million
- Assets$138 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5.3 million the year before.
30% 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 | $6.0 million | 34 | $117 million |
| 2024 | $5.3 million | 30 | $125 million |
| 2025 | $9.8 million | 30 | $138 million |
How to apply
The Chantal and Tommy Bagwell 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 The Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 21 | $6.3 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $3.0 million |
| Illinois | 2 | $410,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $55,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta | General fund & hospital construction | $3.7 million |
| Stand Together Trust | General fund | $3.0 million |
| Kennesaw State University Foundation | Scholarships & general fund | $1.3 million |
| The Rotary Foundation | General fund | $400,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - North Central Georgia | Building homes, communities, and hope campaign | $333,333 |
| University of North Georgia Foundation | General fund & student scholarships | $232,500 |
| Reach Georgia Foundation Inc | Student scholarships | $209,284 |
| Georgia Center for Opportunity | General fund | $200,000 |
| Northeast Georgia Council Boy Scouts of America | General fund | $60,000 |
| Rotary Club of Forsyth County Charities | Student scholarships | $50,000 |
| Elachee Nature Science Center | General fund | $35,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta | General fund | $35,000 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | General fund | $30,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | General fund | $25,000 |
| Young Harris College | Student scholarships | $25,000 |
| Hightower Baptist Association | Food pantry | $24,000 |
| North Forsyth Rotary Foundation | Student scholarships | $20,000 |
| Wallace Community College | Student scholarships | $20,000 |
| Lanier Technical College Foundation | Student scholarships | $18,000 |
| Texas Exes | General fund | $12,500 |
| Pleasant Grove Baptist Church | General fund | $12,000 |
| The Safe Alliance | General fund | $10,000 |
| The Thoracic Surgery Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Georgia State University Foundation | Student scholarships | $5,000 |
| Young Life of Forsyth County | General fund | $5,000 |
| Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Foundation Inc | Student scholarships | $4,000 |
| Albany Technical College | Student scholarships | $4,000 |
| Austin Pets Alive | General fund | $2,500 |
| Coastal Pines Technical College | Student scholarships | $2,000 |
| Southern Regional Technical College | Student scholarships | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas N Bagwell
- Chantal Bagwell
Questions people ask
Does The Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc give?
$9.8 million in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $24,500.
Who runs The Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas N Bagwell (President/Ceo) and Chantal Bagwell (Cfo/Treasurer).
What does The Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and education.