Trotter Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Trotter Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lagrange, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $275 and the largest $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$2,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$275
- Largest grant$500
- Assets$48,483
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,250 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $3,025 | 10 | $52,936 |
| 2024 | $2,250 | 7 | $48,224 |
| 2025 | $2,500 | 8 | $48,483 |
How to apply
Trotter 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 Trotter Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 6 | $1,700 |
| Alabama | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Laney Foundation | Assistance for operations | $500 |
| Darlington School | Assistance for operations | $500 |
| St Marks Episcopal Church | Assistance for operations | $500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Assistance for operations | $300 |
| Lagrange College | Assistance for operations | $250 |
| United Way of West Ga | Assistance for operations | $200 |
| First Choice Womens Center | Assistance for operations | $150 |
| Lafayette Christian School | Assistance for operations | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- William P Trotter Jr
- Perrin C Trotter
Questions people ask
Does Trotter Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trotter Foundation Inc give?
$2,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $275.
Who runs Trotter Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William P Trotter Jr (President) and Perrin C Trotter (Vice President).
What does Trotter Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.