The McNeight Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McNeight Family Foundation is a private foundation in Eatonton, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,550 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $2,000. 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$19,550
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$394,283
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $19,450 the year before.
11% 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 | $19,800 | 48 | $358,700 |
| 2024 | $19,450 | 53 | $377,917 |
| 2025 | $19,550 | 54 | $394,283 |
How to apply
The McNeight 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 McNeight Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 23 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 14 | $5,450 |
| New York | 7 | $2,550 |
| Illinois | 4 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $1,200 |
| Virginia | 2 | $550 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $500 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude's Childrens Research Hospital | Support for childrens cancer research | $2,000 |
| Camp Sunshine | Support for summer camp for children suffering cancer | $1,000 |
| Childrens' Heathcare of Atlanta Foundation | Support for children's medical care - especially cancer treatment | $1,000 |
| Disabled American Vets-Chapter 41 | Support for care of disabled american veterans | $550 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General contribution towards hunger relief worldwide | $500 |
| Christ Our King and Savior Parish | Support local parish | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Support for medical relief worldwide | $500 |
| Feeding America | Contribution to feed the hungry | $500 |
| Food for the Poor | Support to feed hungry in haiti | $500 |
| International Fellowship of Christians and Jews | Support for israeli charities | $500 |
| International Rescue Committee | Support for feeding the hungry | $500 |
| Kinship United | Support for orphan relief | $500 |
| Save the Children | General contribution to support food programs for children | $500 |
| Spark Ventures | Support for sustainable development projects for the poor | $500 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Support for aid to injured first responders | $500 |
| Unbound | Support of a poor child in africa | $500 |
| Unicef-Usa | Support for children's programs | $500 |
| Finca | Support for efforts to end poverty | $300 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | General contribution to provide toys for underprivileged children | $300 |
| American Indian College Fund | Support for higher education for native american children | $250 |
| Atlanta Ronald McDonald House | Support for families of children with cancer | $250 |
| Care | General contribution to provide for the poor worldwide | $250 |
| Childrens Hunger Relief Fund | Support for the feeding of hungry children | $250 |
| Christian Appalachian Project | Support projects for americans living in poverty | $250 |
| Covenant House | General contribution to support programs for homeless teens | $250 |
| Feed the Children | Support for food programs for children | $250 |
| Feed the Hungry | Contribution to feed hungry children globally | $250 |
| Golden Harvest Food Bank | Support for food bank for the poor | $250 |
| Lake Oconee Humane Society | Support for shelter and adoption of abandoned animals | $250 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Support for critically ill children | $250 |
| Mercy Chefs | Food support for underserved communities | $250 |
| Mercy Corps | General support of disaster relief operations | $250 |
| Mercy Ships | Support of medical care for impoverished | $250 |
| No Kid Hungry | Support for caring for hungry children | $250 |
| Putnam County Habitat for Humanity | General contribution to support shelter for homeless | $250 |
| Red Cloud Indian School | Support for native american children | $250 |
| Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia | Support efforts for people in need in middle georgia | $250 |
| Salvation Army | Support for the poor | $250 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Support for emergency services | $250 |
| Special Olympics of Georgia | Support of the special olympics program in georgia | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael T McNeight
- Joyce A McNeight
- Christopher D McNeight
- Justin T McNeight
- Katie M McNeight
Questions people ask
Does The McNeight Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McNeight Family Foundation give?
$19,550 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs The McNeight Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael T McNeight (President), Joyce A McNeight (Secretary), Christopher D McNeight (Trustee) and Justin T McNeight (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The McNeight Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and food and hunger.