The University Financing Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The University Financing Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 35 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$513 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $653,643 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $653,643 | 41 | $500 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 35 | $513 million |
How to apply
The University Financing 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The University Financing Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 17 | $1.3 million |
| Arizona | 2 | $50,000 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $35,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $18,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $2,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 3 | $700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia Tech Foundation Properties LLC | General support | $1.1 million |
| University System of Ga Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (Pin) | General support | $75,000 |
| Association of University Research Parks | Sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Association of University Research Parks | Sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Georgia Tech Foundation Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| International Business Innovation Association | Sponsorship | $18,000 |
| Uidp | Sponsorship | $15,000 |
| Uidp | Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Uidp | Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Young LIFE-D184 | General support | $10,000 |
| State Science & Tech Institute | Sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern NC | General support | $2,500 |
| The Salvation Army of Metro Atlanta | General support | $2,500 |
| University Economic Development Assoc | Sponsorship | $2,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern NC | General support | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Georgia Archives | General support | $1,000 |
| Young Entrepreneurs Academy | General support | $1,000 |
| American Anglican Council | General support | $500 |
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Prison Fellowship | General support | $500 |
| Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School | General support | $500 |
| Reflections Ministries Inc | General support | $500 |
| Spicy Grove Ministries Inc | General support | $500 |
| The Bascom | General support | $500 |
| Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation Inc | General support | $300 |
| Highlands Cashiers Land Trust Inc | General support | $250 |
| Highlands-Cashiers Health Foundation | General support | $250 |
| The Hope Center Inc | General support | $250 |
| North Carolina Community Foundation | General support | $200 |
| American Legion Post 0029 | General support | $150 |
| Net Menders Inc | General support | $150 |
| The Rotary Club of Atlanta | General support | $10 |
| The Rotary Club of Atlanta | General support | $10 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas H Hall III
- Thomas W Ventulett III
- David M McKenney
- Hank Harris
- Aj Robinson
- Kevin T Byrne
- Victor R Clements
- Teresa A Failla
- Michael K Hair
- Kyle M Terry
- Lisa A Beall
- Anne M Tomsky
- David E Anderson
Questions people ask
Does The University Financing Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The University Financing Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The University Financing Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas H Hall III (Director, Assistant Secretary), Thomas W Ventulett III (Director, Secretary (To 12/2023)), David M McKenney (Director, Treasurer, Assistant Secreta) and Hank Harris (Director (From 01/2024)) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does The University Financing Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and environment and conservation.