The Exposition Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Exposition Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $345,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$345,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2024 was up from $15,000 the year before.
91% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $238,000 | 8 | $2.9 million |
| 2023 | $15,000 | 1 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $345,500 | 11 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Exposition 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 Exposition Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 9 | $245,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $75,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amigos of Costa Rica | Educational | $75,000 |
| Ben Franklin Academy | Educational | $65,000 |
| University of Georgia Foundation | Educational | $50,500 |
| Piedmont Healthcare Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Breakthrough Atlanta | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Millsaps College | Educational | $25,000 |
| The Lovett School | Educational | $20,000 |
| Atlanta Speech School | Educational | $20,000 |
| EARTH University Foundation | Educational | $15,000 |
| Forward Arts Foundation | Educational | $10,000 |
| Julie's Dream | Educational | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane Cocke Black
- Dameron Black III
- Dameron Black IV
- James F Black
Questions people ask
Does The Exposition Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Exposition Foundation Inc give?
$345,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Exposition Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jane Cocke Black (President/Treas), Dameron Black III (Vice President), Dameron Black IV (Vice President) and James F Black (Vice President).
What does The Exposition Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.