John and Trish Foy Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
John and Trish Foy Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $714,388 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $17,464 and the largest $505,924. 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$714,388
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$17,464
- Largest grant$505,924
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $431,000 the year before.
73% 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 | $190,500 | 4 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $431,000 | 10 | $8.8 million |
| 2025 | $714,388 | 11 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
John and Trish Foy Charitable Trust 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 John and Trish Foy Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 8 | $584,388 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay State University | To support the mission of the university. | $505,924 |
| Our Lady of the Mount | To support the mission of the church. | $100,000 |
| First Centenary United Methodist | To support the mission of the church. | $25,000 |
| Saint Michael the Arch Angel | To support the mission of the church. | $25,000 |
| Chatholic Foundation of East Tennessee | To support the mission of the church. | $25,000 |
| Chattanooga Humane Educational Society | To support the chattanooga humane educational society | $17,464 |
| Children's Nutrition Program of Haiti | To support the mission of the organization. | $5,000 |
| The American Heart Association | To support the mission of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Chattaneuter Spay and Neuter Clinic | To support the mission of the organization. | $4,000 |
| Epb | To support the mission of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Volunteers in Medicine Inc | To support the mission of the organization. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John N Foy
- Patricia Foy
- Todd Phillips
Questions people ask
Does John and Trish Foy Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Trish Foy Charitable Trust give?
$714,388 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $17,464.
Who runs John and Trish Foy Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists John N Foy (Trustee), Patricia Foy (Trustee) and Todd Phillips (Trustee).
What does John and Trish Foy Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.