GV Sonny Montgomery Foundation
Preselected recipients only
GV Sonny Montgomery Foundation is a private foundation in Collinsville, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $176,550 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $83,350. 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$176,550
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$83,350
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $157,950 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $163,000 | 29 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $157,950 | 27 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $176,550 | 31 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
GV Sonny Montgomery 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 GV Sonny Montgomery Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 26 | $145,150 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $11,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $200 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ms State University Foundation | Leadership/rotc scholarships | $83,350 |
| National Guard Youth Foundation | Camp shelby youth challenge program | $20,000 |
| National Guard Assoc of the US | Contribution | $10,000 |
| MCC Foundation | Educational | $10,000 |
| National Guard Assn of Ms | Contribuiton leadership award | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of East Ms | Contribution-magnolia cemetery fund | $6,000 |
| Catch A Dream Foundation | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Ms Armed Forces Museum Foundation | Educational museum | $5,000 |
| Ms National Guard Nco Association | Contribution | $5,000 |
| East Ms Business Development Corp | Leadership lauderdale jr & sr progra | $2,500 |
| Veterans Appreciation Committee | Run for wall/support local veterans | $2,500 |
| Usm Foundation | Scholarship fund | $2,500 |
| Friends of Ms Veterans | Contribution/sponsorship | $1,500 |
| Air Force Association CH | Educational | $1,000 |
| Air National Guard Club | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Army National Guard Unit | Co b, 1st bn, 111th aviation regimen | $1,000 |
| Choctaw Area Council 302 | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care Sys | Contribution/support | $1,000 |
| Ms Council of the Navy League | Commitment contribution | $1,000 |
| Ms Veterans Affairs | Commitment contribution | $1,000 |
| Optimist International Foundation | Commitment contribution | $1,000 |
| US Capitol Page Alumni Association | Contribution | $1,000 |
| State Games of Mississippi Inc | Contribution | $1,000 |
| East Ms Veterans Foundation | East ms veterans memorial park | $1,000 |
| All American Service Pers | Contribution | $500 |
| Veterans Appreciation Committee | Contribution | $500 |
| Jr Auxiliary of Meridian | Teacher mini grant | $500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hosp | Contribution - memorial | $200 |
| Univ of Ms Medical Center | Foundation - memorial | $200 |
| East Union Missionary Baptist CH | Contribution - memorial | $200 |
| Moose Lodge Veterans Fund | Memorial fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradley J Crawford
- Fred Sullivan
- Ronnie Walton
- Pamela C Steverson Cpa
- Alex B Weddington Jr
- Sid Salter
- Robert J Bailey
- Kyle Steward
- David Kennard
- James G Bo Maske
- Hayes Dent
- Sharon Johnson
Questions people ask
Does GV Sonny Montgomery Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does GV Sonny Montgomery Foundation give?
$176,550 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs GV Sonny Montgomery Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bradley J Crawford (Executive Di), Fred Sullivan (Director/Vic), Ronnie Walton (Director/Sec) and Pamela C Steverson Cpa (Director/Acc) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does GV Sonny Montgomery Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and veterans.