The James 127 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The James 127 Foundation is a private foundation in Duluth, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $14,000. 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$34,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$569,308
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $33,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $31,500 | 3 | $514,364 |
| 2024 | $33,000 | 3 | $538,779 |
| 2025 | $34,500 | 3 | $569,308 |
How to apply
The James 127 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The James 127 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $14,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $11,000 |
| California | 1 | $9,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sure Foundation International | To benefit the aloha house in the phillipines | $14,000 |
| Open Door Haiti | To benefit haitian orphans | $11,000 |
| Genesis International Orphanage Foundation | To assist in raising awarenesss and funds for genesis diez, a.c. Of baja california, mexico. | $9,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd B Ratliff
- Jamie Ratliff
- Debbie Ratliff
- Brent Reid
- William Shaw
- Jeremy Conrad
- Melanie Snare
- Jonathan Gadd
Questions people ask
Does The James 127 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The James 127 Foundation give?
$34,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs The James 127 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Todd B Ratliff (Managing Trustee), Jamie Ratliff (Trustee), Debbie Ratliff (Trustee) and Brent Reid (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The James 127 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.