McGehee Foundation
Accepts applications
McGehee Foundation is a private foundation in Ruston, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $315,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $55,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$315,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $335,000 the year before.
10% 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 | $335,000 | 22 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $315,000 | 21 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | McGehee Foundation PO Box 1344, Ruston, LA 71273-1344 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (318) 255-9544 |
| What to submit | Non-specific |
What McGehee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 14 | $196,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $45,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $35,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cystic Fibrosis | Research for cystic fibrosis | $55,000 |
| Share International | Christian mission work | $40,000 |
| Louisiana Tech University Foundation | To promote continued higher education | $35,000 |
| TMS Global (Formerly the Mission Society) | Christian mission work | $35,000 |
| Grace United Methodist Church | Church general fund and building repairs | $30,000 |
| Juvinile Diabetes Association | To help fund research for juvenile diabetes | $25,000 |
| Life Choices of North Central Louisiana | To provide information and assistance to pregnant women and other related services | $15,000 |
| Louisiana United Methodist Children & Family Services | To assist and counsel families in crisis | $15,000 |
| Passion for the Poor Intl (China-America Education Foundation Inc) | To provide an education to the needy | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of North Central Louisiana | Helping youth become responsible citizens and acquire life skills | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Atheletes | Christian ministry | $5,000 |
| Freedom 13 Ministries Inc | Christian ministry | $5,000 |
| Freidrich's Ataxi Research Alliance | Research for fa | $5,000 |
| Mission Foundation Inc | Christian ministry | $5,000 |
| Top of the Hill | Christian ministry | $5,000 |
| Cru | Christian mission work | $4,000 |
| Medical Centers of West Africa | Christian mission work | $3,000 |
| Christian Community Action | Emergency assistance program for indigent individuals and families | $2,000 |
| Domestic Abuse Resistance Team | Assistance for domestic abuse victims | $2,000 |
| Louisiana Adult and Teen Challenge of Ruston | To assist families in crisis | $2,000 |
| Well of N la | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Don M McGehee
- David W McGehee
- Lucius D McGehee
- Mildred T McGehee
- Patricia McGehee Flournoy
- Deborah McGehee Lynch
- Pamela Dell McGehee Jones
Questions people ask
Does McGehee Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does McGehee Foundation give?
$315,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs McGehee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Don M McGehee (Trustee/Manager), David W McGehee (Trustee/Manager), Lucius D McGehee (Trustee/Manager) and Mildred T McGehee (Manager) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does McGehee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, science and research and health.