The Portman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Portman Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $150,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$150,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$49.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $145,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $145,000 | 4 | $737,583 |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 2 | $49.3 million |
How to apply
The Portman 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Georgia Tech Foundation | Donation towards the portman prize | $100,000 |
| Atlanta Beltline Partnership | Year three of five donations towards advancing the vision campaign | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jana Portman Simmons
- Bruce Macewen
- John C Portman IV
- Ambrish Baisiwala
- Joannah Portman Daley
- Robert E Warnick
Questions people ask
Does The Portman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Portman Foundation give?
$150,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Portman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jana Portman Simmons (Chairman, President), Bruce Macewen (Director, VP, Treasurer), John C Portman IV (Director, Vice President) and Ambrish Baisiwala (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.