The Academy Place Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Academy Place Foundation is a private foundation in Oxford, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $321,800 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $75,000. 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$321,800
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$9.4 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2024 was down from $330,800 the year before.
16% 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 | $330,800 | 19 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $321,800 | 19 | $9.4 million |
How to apply
The Academy Place 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 The Academy Place Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 4 | $105,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $75,000 |
| California | 5 | $52,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $40,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $39,800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Relief Services | General operating | $75,000 |
| Brooks Museum | General operating | $50,000 |
| Jack Miller Center | General operating | $40,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs-Memphis | General operating | $35,000 |
| San Diego Museum of Art | General operating | $35,000 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League | General operating | $12,000 |
| Salvation Army of Memphis | General operating | $10,000 |
| Season to Share-Palm Beach | General operating | $10,000 |
| Church Health | General operating | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army-West Palm Beach | General operating | $7,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs-Palm Beach County | General operating | $7,500 |
| Salvation Army of San Diego | General operating | $5,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | General operating | $5,000 |
| Clinca San Lucas Gracias | Gemeral operating | $5,000 |
| Orangutan Foundation | General operating | $5,000 |
| San Diego Foundation | General operating | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | General operating | $2,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach Cnty | General operating | $1,800 |
| Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert J Hunt
- Eileen D Hunt
Questions people ask
Does The Academy Place Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Academy Place Foundation give?
$321,800 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Academy Place Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert J Hunt (Trustee) and Eileen D Hunt (Trustee).
What does The Academy Place Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and arts and culture.