The Hodgson Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Hodgson Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $340,988 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$340,988
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $120,300 the year before.
47% 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 | $140,000 | 14 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $120,300 | 12 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $340,988 | 19 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The Hodgson Charitable Trust 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 Hodgson Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 5 | $120,000 |
| Tennessee | 4 | $60,363 |
| Alabama | 5 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $30,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $25,625 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Georgia Foundation | Non-Restricted | $75,000 |
| Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation | Non-Restricted | $50,000 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship | Non-Restricted | $25,625 |
| Martha O'Bryan Center | Non-Restricted | $20,363 |
| Church Tonight Ministries | Non-Restricted | $20,000 |
| The Horse Shelter | Non-Resticted | $20,000 |
| Shepherd Center | Non-Restricted | $20,000 |
| Cahaba Shrine Temple | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| Central Presbyterian Church | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| Food Depot | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| North Alabama Spay Neuter Ass Asso | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| Scottish Rite of Alabama | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| The Gideons International | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| Enable Madison County | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| Nashville Children's Alliance | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| St George's Episcopal Church | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| The Westminster School | Non-Restricted | $10,000 |
| Alzheimer Association | Non-Restricted | $5,000 |
| Avenue Resources Inc | Non-Restricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lydia A Hodgson
- Spalding Rooker-Ashley
- Stewart R Taylor
- Julie M Wyrick
Questions people ask
Does The Hodgson Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hodgson Charitable Trust give?
$340,988 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Hodgson Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Lydia A Hodgson (Trustee), Spalding Rooker-Ashley (Trustee), Stewart R Taylor (Trustee) and Julie M Wyrick (Trustee).
What does The Hodgson Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.