The Yancey Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Yancey Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Columbus, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $15,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$52,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$15,500
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,000 the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $51,000 | 9 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $47,000 | 12 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $52,000 | 9 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Yancey 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 Yancey Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 8 | $49,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brookstone School | Unrestricted Gift | $15,500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Feeding the Valley Food Bank | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Muscogee County Library Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $7,000 |
| Next Stepp Animal Rescue | Unrestricted gift | $4,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Animal Ark Rescue | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Church | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Open Door Community House | Unrestricted gift | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James D Yancey
- Ruth B Yancey
- Stephanie Y Hunter
- James B Yancey
- Roderick C Hunter
- Jennifer W Yancey
Questions people ask
Does The Yancey Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Yancey Family Foundation Inc give?
$52,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Yancey Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists James D Yancey (President), Ruth B Yancey (Vice Pres), Stephanie Y Hunter (Secretary) and James B Yancey (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Yancey Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.