Telos Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Telos Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Jackson, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $168,164 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,400 and the largest $50,000. 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$168,164
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,400
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $169,335 the year before.
37% 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 | $169,335 | 21 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $168,164 | 19 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Telos Foundation Inc 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 Telos Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 13 | $108,350 |
| Florida | 2 | $31,800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,400 |
| Colorado | 1 | $614 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Mississipi Children's Museum | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Third Millennium Ministries | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Human Trafficking Institute | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Cru | Unrestricted | $11,800 |
| Jackson Prep | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Delta Waterfowl Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| MWFP Foundation | Unrestricted | $6,500 |
| Ruf | Unrestricted | $5,200 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Unrestricted | $2,400 |
| Friends of Children's Hosiptal | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| First Presbyterian Day School | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Stewpot Community Services | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Mission First | Unrestricted | $850 |
| Compassion Intl | Unrestricted | $614 |
| Junior League of Jackson | Unrestricted | $600 |
| Lefleur East Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Wildlife Mississippi | Unrestricted | $500 |
| The Hundred Club | Unrestricted | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- William M Mounger II
- Callie Brandon Mounger
Questions people ask
Does Telos Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Telos Foundation Inc give?
$168,164 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,400.
Who runs Telos Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William M Mounger II (President) and Callie Brandon Mounger (Vice-President).
What does Telos Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.