Gillis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gillis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $228,810 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $162,000. 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$228,810
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$162,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $501,692 the year before.
26% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $501,692 | 49 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $228,810 | 47 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Gillis Family 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 Gillis Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $162,000 |
| Mississippi | 9 | $29,700 |
| Illinois | 4 | $16,650 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $10,300 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $5,100 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,050 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 5 | $550 |
| Texas | 3 | $400 |
| Alabama | 2 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $162,000 |
| Stateline Baptist Church | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $25,000 |
| Band of Brothers | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $10,000 |
| Reaching & Teaching International Ministries | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $10,000 |
| Awana | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $6,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Association | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $5,000 |
| Fathers Child Ministry | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $1,100 |
| Messianic Jewish Alliance of America | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $1,050 |
| Columbus Christian Academy | To help further the mission of the organization | $1,000 |
| Race Track Chaplaincy of America Inc | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $1,000 |
| Waukaway Springs Christian Retreat Center | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $750 |
| International Fellowship of Chrisitans and Jews | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $550 |
| Fairview Baptist Church | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $350 |
| Kairos Prison Ministry | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $300 |
| Bethlehem Bible College | To help futher the mission of the donee organization | $250 |
| ALS Association | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $200 |
| Biblica | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $200 |
| Jesus Film Project | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $200 |
| Peace for the Persecuted | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $200 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $200 |
| University of Al National Alumni Association | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $200 |
| Wycliffe Associates | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $200 |
| Mals Foundation | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $200 |
| Unite US | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $200 |
| American Bible Society | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| American Cornerstone Institute | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| American Family Association | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| Dallas Theological Seminary | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| Le Bonheur Children's Hospital | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| Navigators | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| Pray in Jesus Name Ministries | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| Slavic Gospel Assocation | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| Empower Mississippi | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| Good Shepherd India | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $100 |
| Zion Methodist Church | To help further the mission of the donee organziation | $100 |
| Alzheimers Disease Research | To further the mission of the donee organization | $50 |
| American Cancer Society | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $50 |
| Disabled American Veterans | To help further the mission of the donee organization | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph A Gillis
- Betty J Gillis
- Johanna Littlejohn
Questions people ask
Does Gillis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gillis Family Foundation give?
$228,810 in tax year 2024, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs Gillis Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph A Gillis (Director, Chair of Board,), Betty J Gillis (VP & Secretary, Director) and Johanna Littlejohn (Director).
What does Gillis Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.