McMahan Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McMahan Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $137,084 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $65,034. 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$137,084
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$65,034
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $62,100 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $81,450 | 4 | $0 |
| 2024 | $62,100 | 7 | $0 |
| 2025 | $137,084 | 6 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
McMahan Family Charitable 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 McMahan Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 5 | $72,050 |
| Alabama | 1 | $65,034 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | General charitable purposes | $65,034 |
| Pinebelt Community Foundation | General charitable purposes | $36,300 |
| Petal Children's Task Force | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Pine Burr Area Council Boy Scouts | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Lauren Rogers Musem of Art | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| American Heart Association | General charitable purposes | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynn B McMahan
- Brian McMahan
- Katherine McMahan Walker
- Shawn B McMahan
Questions people ask
Does McMahan Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McMahan Family Charitable Foundation give?
$137,084 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs McMahan Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynn B McMahan (President), Brian McMahan (Trustee), Katherine McMahan Walker (Trustee) and Shawn B McMahan (Trustee).
What does McMahan Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.