The Vaughan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Vaughan Foundation is a private foundation in Marietta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $284,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $7,250 and the largest $65,000. 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$284,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$7,250
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $280,500 the year before.
8% 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 | $280,500 | 23 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $284,000 | 24 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
The Vaughan 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 Vaughan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 23 | $279,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fumc | Children's programs, hunger, music | $65,000 |
| Must Ministries | Homeless, hunger | $35,000 |
| Marietta Schools Foundation | Education - children | $16,500 |
| Cobb Landmarks & Historical Society | Educational programs | $15,000 |
| Calvary Children's Home | Children's care | $15,000 |
| Mountain Top Boy's Home | Children's care | $15,000 |
| Marietta Educational Garden Center | Children's garden | $15,000 |
| Marietta Kiwanis Foundation | Children's program support | $12,000 |
| Friends of the Strand Inc | Education programs | $12,000 |
| Live Safe Resources | Women and children social services | $12,000 |
| Marietta Cobb Museum of Art | Education children's programs | $10,000 |
| Marietta History Center | Education | $8,000 |
| Angel Flight Soars Inc | Medical flights for needy | $6,500 |
| Cobb County Youth Museum | Educational programs | $6,000 |
| Presbyterian Academy School | Education assistance -children | $5,000 |
| Cobb County Safety Village | Education | $5,000 |
| Nobis Works | Disabled work training | $5,000 |
| The Georgia Ballet | Children's educ dance program | $5,000 |
| Safepath Children's Advocacy Center | Children's assitance for child abuse | $5,000 |
| The Extension | Addiction recovery | $5,000 |
| 10 Women of Hope Inc | Homelessness | $4,500 |
| Georgia Symphony Orchestra | Musical educational experiences | $2,500 |
| Kennesaw Mtn Hs Baseball Booster | Children athletics | $2,500 |
| Hollis Hand Elementary School | Education - children | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- C Frank Moore
- Jean K Hawkins
- Nansi L Sparks
Questions people ask
Does The Vaughan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vaughan Foundation give?
$284,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $7,250.
Who runs The Vaughan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists C Frank Moore (Trustee), Jean K Hawkins (President) and Nansi L Sparks (Secretary/Tr).
What does The Vaughan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and food and hunger.