The Daniel P Amos Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Daniel P Amos Family Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.1 million in 34 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$4.1 million
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$88.8 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.6 million the year before.
44% 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 | $5.6 million | 42 | $81.4 million |
| 2024 | $4.1 million | 34 | $88.8 million |
How to apply
The Daniel P Amos 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 The Daniel P Amos Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 30 | $3.8 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta | Financial support | $1.4 million |
| Emory University | Financial support | $1.0 million |
| University of Georgia | Chaplain's program | $310,000 |
| Columbus Museum | Financial support | $250,000 |
| Cape Ann Museum | Financial support | $250,000 |
| Columbus Technical College | Financial support | $200,000 |
| Springer Opera House | Financial support | $100,000 |
| Girls Inc | Financial support | $75,000 |
| Brookstone School | Financial support | $50,000 |
| Open Door Community House | Financial support | $50,000 |
| Historic Columbus Foundation | Financial support | $50,000 |
| Boys Girls Club | Financial support | $35,000 |
| Neighborworks Columbus | Financial support | $25,000 |
| Herman J Russell Center | Financial support | $25,000 |
| United Way of Chattahoochee | Financial support | $25,000 |
| Shepherd Center Foundation | Financial support | $25,000 |
| Agape Youth Family Center | Financial support | $25,000 |
| National Christian Foundation | Financial support | $25,000 |
| Next Generation Men Women | Financial support | $20,000 |
| Partnership for Southern Equity | Financial support | $20,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Financial support | $20,000 |
| Prison Fellowship | Financial support | $20,000 |
| Kindred Futures | Financial support | $20,000 |
| Camp Twin Lakes Inc | Financial support | $15,000 |
| Lifeline Animal Project | Financial support | $15,000 |
| Tate High School | Financial support | $15,000 |
| Pastoral Institute | Financial support | $10,000 |
| Columbus Hospice | Financial support | $10,000 |
| Furkids Inc | Financial support | $10,000 |
| Moving in the Spirit Inc | Financial support | $10,000 |
| Muscogee County Library Foundation | Financial support | $5,000 |
| Goizueta Business School | Financial support | $5,000 |
| Purrfect Peaches Cat Rescue | Financial support | $5,000 |
| Columbus Community Orchestra | Financial support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel P Amos
- Kathelen Amos
- Lauren Amos
- Laura Smith
- Tamara Callier
Questions people ask
Does The Daniel P Amos Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Daniel P Amos Family Foundation give?
$4.1 million in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Daniel P Amos Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel P Amos (Chairman), Kathelen Amos (Trustee), Lauren Amos (Trustee) and Laura Smith (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Daniel P Amos Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.