Gillis Benevolent Trust First Baptist Church
Historical FunderWaycross, Georgia · EIN 58-6334875 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $284 and $2,427.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JOHN WHEELER |
|---|---|
| Address | 702 ELIZABETH STREET, WAYCROSS GA 31501 |
| Phone | 9122835757 |
| JWHEELER@FBCWAYX.COM | |
| Form and materials | PROVIDE FOR THE NEEDY - THEY ONLY HAVE TO COME BY THE CHURCH OR CALL |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Georgia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Georgia Womens Center | Waycross, GA | Charitable | $2,427 |
| Okefenokee Alliance for Homeless (O | Waycross, GA | Charitable | $2,427 |
| Magnolia House | Waycross, GA | Charitable | $2,427 |
| Ware County Special Needs | Waycross, GA | Charitable | $284 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,565 | 4 |
| 2023 | $7,187 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 30, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533039349101328
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 58-6334875
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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