The Sara Giles Moore Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sara Giles Moore Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.1 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $550,000. 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$4.1 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$550,000
- Assets$39.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.2 million the year before.
19% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $3.1 million | 38 | $38.9 million |
| 2023 | $4.2 million | 34 | $39.3 million |
| 2024 | $4.1 million | 38 | $39.2 million |
How to apply
The Sara Giles Moore 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 Sara Giles Moore Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 38 | $4.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $550,000 |
| The High Museum of Art | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $520,000 |
| Chris 180 | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $500,000 |
| Zoo Atlanta | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $500,000 |
| Bobby Dodd Institute | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $225,000 |
| Piedmont Park Conservancy | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $200,000 |
| Atlanta History Center | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $125,000 |
| Park Pride | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $125,000 |
| Breman Jewish Heritage Museum | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $115,000 |
| Atlanta Center for Self Sufficiency | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| Gateway Center | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| New American Pathways | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| Nicholas House | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $75,000 |
| United Way for Greater Atlanta | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $75,000 |
| Agape Youth and Family Center | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Atlanta Children's Shelter | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Atlanta Contemporary Arts | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Atlanta Opera | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Ben Massell Dental Clinic | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Camp Twin Lakes | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Frazer Center | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Georgia Justice Project | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Historic Oakland Foundation | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Horizons Atlanta | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Inspiredu | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Forward Arts Foundation | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $29,500 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $26,000 |
| Center for Puppetry Arts | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $25,000 |
| Museum of Design Atlanta | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $25,000 |
| Our House | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $25,000 |
| Latin American Association | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $20,000 |
| Peachtree Battle Alliance Neighborhood Improvement | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $15,000 |
| The High Museum of Art | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $14,500 |
| Ben Massell Dental Clinic | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $10,000 |
| Philanthropy Southeast | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $8,870 |
| Hollins University | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $5,000 |
| ML4 Foundation | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $5,000 |
| United Way of Asheville & Buncombe County | To support the charitable mission of the recipient organization | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sara Armour Hehir
- Frank H Butterfield
- Elizabeth Pritchard
- Kathleen Riley
- Susan Aspinwall
Questions people ask
Does The Sara Giles Moore Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sara Giles Moore Foundation give?
$4.1 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Sara Giles Moore Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sara Armour Hehir (Trustee/Chair), Frank H Butterfield (Trustee/Treasurer), Elizabeth Pritchard (Trustee) and Kathleen Riley (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Sara Giles Moore Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and youth programs.