Tyler Perry Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Tyler Perry Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 33 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.0 million
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$42,193
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $809,850 the year before.
73% 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 | $809,850 | 26 | $158,869 |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 33 | $42,193 |
How to apply
| Contact | Tyler Perry Foundation Inc 541 10th Street Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30318 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (678) 355-6870 |
| What to submit | Requests for contributions should be submitted in writing to the foundation. |
What Tyler Perry Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $725,000 |
| California | 7 | $635,000 |
| Georgia | 19 | $622,850 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $26,400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Metropolitan Museum of Art | To collect, study, conserve, and present significant works of art across time and cultures in order to connect all people to creativity, knowledge, ideas, and one another. | $500,000 |
| American Friends of Tiff | To transform the way people see the world, through film. | $350,000 |
| BABY2BABY | To provide children in need across the country with diapers, clothing and all the basic necessities that every child deserves. | $200,000 |
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta FN | To provide high-quality pediatric care to the kids in our community. | $200,000 |
| Kindnessorg | To show people everywhere that contributing an act of kindness not only makes the world a better place, but it actually improves your overall well-being, too. | $100,000 |
| Houseproud Atlanta | To provide no-cost home repairs for seniors, veterans, and disabled homeowners, keeping them warm, safe, and dry. | $100,000 |
| Hope Atlanta | To aid people in transit who are in distress. | $75,000 |
| South Fulton Institute | To create artistically vibrant, environmentally sustainable, and more deeply connected communities. | $50,000 |
| Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation | To further the pioneering vision of the choreographer, dancer, and cultural leader alvin ailey by building an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all. | $50,000 |
| One Love Community | To eliminate hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition. | $40,000 |
| Moving in the Spirit | To use the discipline of dance to help children and teens develop the social, emotional and cognitive skills they need to thrive. | $40,000 |
| Prayfit Ministries | Raising money for kids and families impacted by disability. | $30,000 |
| Operation Warm | To provide warmth, confidence, and hope through basic need programs that connect underserved kids to community resources needed to thrive. | $26,400 |
| Caring For Others | To eradicate poverty around the world. | $25,000 |
| Atlanta Youth Soccer Foundation | To inspire socio-economically challenged children to reach their fullest potential through a holistic program of physical training, discipline, teamwork and leadership development. | $25,000 |
| Harlem Stage | To perpetuate and celebrate the unique and diverse artistic legacy of Harlem and the indelible impression it has made on American culture. | $25,000 |
| Atlanta Drum Academy | To empower communities of marginalized children by elevating emotional intelligence, challenging students capabilities, and building career pathways through innovative percussion. | $25,000 |
| Alliance for Chiildren's Rights | To protect the rights of children in poverty and those overcoming abuse and neglect by delivering free legal services, supportive programs, and systemic solutions. | $20,000 |
| Onesource Learning Development Cent | To aid at-risk youth & low-to-moderate income families in education, training, and career development, while enabling them to achieve economic independence and social responsibility that will allow them to live successful lives. | $15,000 |
| Bencao Brasil | To bring the art of capoeira and culture of brazil to the communities of southern california. | $15,000 |
| Cascade Community Services Inc | To support theorganization'sactivities. | $10,000 |
| Fort Street United Methodist Church | To support theorganization'sactivities. | $10,000 |
| New Image Emergency Shelter | To decrease and prevent homelessness throughout Los Angeles County. | $10,000 |
| Ethiopia Education Initiatives | To support theorganization'sactivities. | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Mission Inc | To provide help, hope and opportunity to men, women and children in need. | $10,000 |
| Girls on the Run Georgia | To inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. | $10,000 |
| Gerald D Crawford Foundation | To activate generational wealth through education, service, leadership, and societal awareness. | $10,000 |
| Be Compelled | To address a growing need for quality and well-trained coaches, with a focus on equipping them to cultivate healthy developmental relationships with youth, ages 6-18. | $7,500 |
| Atlanta Police Association | To support theorganization'sactivities. | $5,000 |
| Greater Works Ministries | To be a relevant, revolutionary ministry of excellence. | $5,000 |
| Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation | To support atlanta firefighters and enhance public safety by funding workforce initiatives, diversity programs, and essential equipment while ensuring resource equity to meet the needs of each community and its neighborhoods. | $5,000 |
| Dreams of Lois | To give all children the opportunity to thrive and grow regardless of their background or obstacles they are facing. | $3,500 |
| Sylvan Hills Middle School | To support graduation activities. | $1,850 |
Officers and trustees
- Emmitt T Perry Jr
- Gelila Bekele
- John Cary
- John Hudson
Questions people ask
Does Tyler Perry Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Tyler Perry Foundation Inc give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Tyler Perry Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Emmitt T Perry Jr (Director), Gelila Bekele (Director), John Cary (Director) and John Hudson (Director).
What does Tyler Perry Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and health.