James Hyde Porter Testamentary Trust
Historical FunderColumbus, Georgia · EIN 58-6034882 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,500 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Stephens Lamb |
|---|---|
| Address | 121 Perimeter Parkway, Macon GA 31210 |
| Phone | 4045560194 |
| stephens.lamb@raymondjames.com | |
| Form and materials | Grant applications can be requested from and returned to stephens.lamb@raymondjames.com. |
| Deadlines | April 30 |
| Restrictions | Provided with grant application. |
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
3% of grants went outside Georgia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Corporation of Mercer University | Macon, GA | General Operations | $100,000 |
| Washington Street Community Center Inc | Covington, GA | General Operations | $40,000 |
| United Way of Central Georgia | Macon, GA | General Operations | $32,500 |
| Willing Helpers Clinic | Covington, GA | General Operations | $32,500 |
| Wesleyan College | Macon, GA | General Operations | $31,800 |
| Alcovy CASA | Covington, GA | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Community Arts Association in Newton County Inc | Covington, GA | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia | Macon, GA | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Museum of Arts & Sciences | Macon, GA | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Macon Hope - First Tee | Macon, GA | General Operations | $20,000 |
| NewTown Macon Inc | Macon, GA | General Operations | $20,000 |
| The Arc Macon | Macon, GA | General Operations | $20,000 |
| The Mentor's Project of Bibb County Inc | Macon, GA | General Operations | $20,000 |
| A Child's Voice Child Advocacy Center Inc | Social Circle, GA | General Operations | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia | Macon, GA | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Boy Scouts Central Georgia Council | Macon, GA | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Campus Clubs | Macon, GA | General Operations | $15,000 |
| DePaul USA Inc | Chicago, IL | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Macon Volunteer Clinic Inc | Macon, GA | General Operations | $15,000 |
| The Methodist Home for Children & Youth | Macon, GA | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Crossroads Christian Counseling Center | Macon, GA | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Family Counseling Center of Macon & Bibb County | Macon, GA | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Macon Area Habitat for Humanity Inc | Macon, GA | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Macon Outreach at Mulberry | Macon, GA | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Newton Mentoring Inc | Covington, GA | General Operations | $7,500 |
| Loaves & Fishes Ministry Inc | Macon, GA | General Operations | $5,500 |
| Jay's HOPE Foundation | Macon, GA | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Georgia | Macon, GA | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Wesley Glen Ministries | Macon, GA | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Cure Childhood Cancer Inc | Atlanta, GA | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Porter Ellis Community Center | Macon, GA | General Operations | $2,000 |
| Julia A Porter Memorial UMC | Porterdale, GA | General Operations | $1,800 |
| JH Porter Memorial Library Fund | Macon, GA | General Operations | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $604,100 | 33 |
| 2024 | $588,600 | 30 |
| 2023 | $585,100 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601409349101100
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 58-6034882
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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