The CMS Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The CMS Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Columbus, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $101,500 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $16,000. 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$101,500
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,000 the year before.
61% of its 2025 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 | $103,500 | 22 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $75,000 | 17 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $101,500 | 38 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The CMS 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 CMS Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 29 | $71,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $16,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Focus on the Family | General | $16,000 |
| Right From the Start | General | $10,000 |
| Global Effect Ministry | General | $5,000 |
| Global Teen Challenge | General | $5,000 |
| Leading the Way | General | $5,000 |
| Mercy Med | General | $5,000 |
| Turning Point Ministries | General | $5,000 |
| Young Life - Columbus | General | $5,000 |
| International Friendship Ministries | General | $3,500 |
| Teen Challenge | General | $3,500 |
| Africa Rural Mission | General | $3,000 |
| TMS Global | General | $3,000 |
| Columbus Baptist Association | General | $2,500 |
| Harvest Moment | Take the city | $2,500 |
| National Civil War Naval Museum | General | $2,500 |
| National Infantry Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Rivercenter | General | $2,500 |
| Truthspring (Highland Community Church) | General | $2,500 |
| Safehouse Ministries | General | $2,000 |
| Piedmont Columbus Regional Auxiliary | General | $1,500 |
| Billboards for Jesus | General | $1,000 |
| Columbus Museum | General | $1,000 |
| Equipping and Encouraging Church Leaders Inc | General | $1,000 |
| Historic Columbus Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Micah's Promise | General | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General | $1,000 |
| Springer Opera House | General | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General | $1,000 |
| The Truth 1077 | General | $1,000 |
| Valley Rescue Mission | General | $1,000 |
| Billy Graham Ministries | General | $500 |
| Carillon Beach Chapel | General | $500 |
| Family Research Council | General | $500 |
| Jeeah's Hope | General | $500 |
| United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley | General | $500 |
| Young Life - Florida | General | $500 |
| Young Life - Southeast Region | General | $500 |
| Young Lives | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Claude Scarbrough
Questions people ask
Does The CMS Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The CMS Foundation Inc give?
$101,500 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs The CMS Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Claude Scarbrough (President).
What does The CMS Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and youth programs.