The Turner Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Turner Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Athens, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $823,500 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $29,000 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$823,500
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$29,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$18.9 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $842,000 the year before.
7% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $776,200 | 31 | $19.0 million |
| 2023 | $842,000 | 30 | $17.6 million |
| 2024 | $823,500 | 28 | $18.9 million |
How to apply
The Turner Family Foundation Inc 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 Turner Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 27 | $820,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Georgia Foundati | Statewide Arts Education; Construction of Business Learning Community | $100,000 |
| Eagle Ranch Inc | New truck and general operating budget. | $60,000 |
| Freedom from Bondage Inc | Women's Recovery Residence | $60,000 |
| Camp Kudzu Inc | Medical Education of Youth with Diabetes | $50,000 |
| Ywco | Girls Club Program Support, Pool Operating Expenses and lobby and weight room renovations. | $40,000 |
| The Cancer Foundation of Northeast | Financial assistance for residents of Northeast Georgia diagnosed with cancer. | $40,000 |
| Project Safe Inc | Funds for building expansion which serves as an emergency shelt for adults and children fleeing domestic violence. | $40,000 |
| Athens Area Humane Soceity | Foster pet vet care, food, etc. | $37,500 |
| Prevent Child Abuse Athens | Funding of the Healthy Families Program to provide education and emotional support to parents. | $35,000 |
| YMCA | Grace Stephens Costa Rica Ministry | $34,000 |
| Young Designers Sewing Program | Promoting service through sewing education for young people. | $32,000 |
| Boys Girls Clubs of Athens | Education of Youth, Expansion of Facility, Sports Equipment | $30,000 |
| Children First | Visitation and transportation expenses for children in foster care. | $30,000 |
| Mercy Health Center | Technology upgrades. | $30,000 |
| Boy Scouts of Northeast Georgi | Handbooks, Uniforms and camp scholarships for low-income boys. | $28,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia | Girls' Education and software development to increase productivity. | $28,000 |
| Hope Haven | Providing medical care to the needy of the Athens community. | $25,000 |
| Piedmont Athens Regional Foundation | General Use | $25,000 |
| Family Counseling Service of Athens | Substance abuse treatment and justice system case management assistance. | $20,000 |
| Acceptance Recovery Center Inc | Residential substance abuse and mental health recovery. | $20,000 |
| Rape Crisis Center of NE GA | Rape recovery assistance. | $20,000 |
| Nuci's Space | Office space redesign. | $9,000 |
| Athens Community Council on Aging | Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program | $6,500 |
| Oconee Area Resource Council Inc | Mentor resource program support. | $5,000 |
| Allbreed Canine Rescue | Foster pet vet care, food, etc. | $5,000 |
| 24th St Inc | General use | $5,000 |
| Lydia's Place | Exempt Purpose | $5,000 |
| National Football Foundation | Provide support for the Play-It-Smart program to benefit at-risk academic student-athletes. | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara A Turner
- Elbert N Whitmire III
- James C Turner
- Jesse A Hickey
- Paul Bowles III
- William Zakaria Goekjian
Questions people ask
Does The Turner Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Turner Family Foundation Inc give?
$823,500 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $29,000.
Who runs The Turner Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Barbara A Turner (Vice President), Elbert N Whitmire III (Secretary), James C Turner (President) and Jesse A Hickey (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Turner Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.