JW Barnett Jr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JW Barnett Jr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Laurel, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $76,910 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $35,398. 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$76,910
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$35,398
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $133,672 the year before.
30% 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 | $133,672 | 9 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $76,910 | 10 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
JW Barnett Jr 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 JW Barnett Jr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 8 | $72,398 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,600 |
| Colorado | 1 | $912 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Laurel Christian School | Sponsorship | $35,398 |
| Dying to Live Inc | Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Center for Pregnancy Choices | Sponsorship | $6,000 |
| Christian Food Mission | Sponsorship | $6,000 |
| Eastman Memorial Foundation | Sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Usm Foundation | Sponsorship | $4,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Hos | Sponsorship | $3,600 |
| Dwell | Sponsorship | $3,000 |
| Glory House | Sponsorship | $3,000 |
| Compassion International | Sponsorship | $912 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Gonzalez
- Kim Knox
- Vicki Smith
Questions people ask
Does JW Barnett Jr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JW Barnett Jr Family Foundation give?
$76,910 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs JW Barnett Jr Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy Gonzalez (Director), Kim Knox (Treasurer) and Vicki Smith (Director).
What does JW Barnett Jr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.