Gary Messina Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gary Messina Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $114,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$114,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,125 the year before.
54% 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 | $94,900 | 8 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $106,125 | 10 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $114,500 | 13 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Gary Messina Family 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 Gary Messina Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 5 | $56,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $3,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Solutions Health & Pregnancy Center | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Aslan Youth Ministries | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Students for Life of America | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Thomas More Society | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hostpitals for Chicldren | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Love Thy Neighbor | Charitable | $2,500 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Baby Steps | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Jersey Shore Dream Center | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Mary's Place by the Sea | Charitable | $1,500 |
| National Medal of Honor Heritage Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gil D Messina
- Charles Fallon
- Joyce Messina
Questions people ask
Does Gary Messina Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gary Messina Family Foundation Inc give?
$114,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Gary Messina Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gil D Messina (Trustee), Charles Fallon (Trustee) and Joyce Messina (Trustee).
What does Gary Messina Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.