John P and Dorothy S Illges Foundation Inc
Historical FunderColumbus, Georgia · EIN 58-0691476 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | RICHARD B ILLGES |
|---|---|
| Address | 6001 RIVER ROAD SUITE 600, COLUMBUS GA 31904 |
| Phone | 7063272128 |
| Form and materials | NONE |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truth Spring Inc | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $165,000 |
| National Infantry Foundation | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $140,750 |
| St Luke School | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $120,000 |
| Safehouse Ministries | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $50,000 |
| Calvary Christian School | Columbus, GA | Sports complex softball field | $25,000 |
| Mercymed of Columbus | Columbus, GA | General purpose of donee | $25,000 |
| West Central Georgia Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $25,000 |
| Wynnton Neighborhood Network | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Columbus, GA | General purpose of donee | $20,000 |
| Columbus Hospice | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $20,000 |
| Historic Linwood Foundation | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $15,000 |
| House of Heroes | Columbus, GA | Heart of serving campaign | $15,000 |
| Columbus Regional Tennis Association | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $10,000 |
| Columbus Technical College | Columbus, GA | Student success fund | $10,000 |
| Young Life | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $10,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Infantry Museum | Columbus, GA | General use of donee | $173,478 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $675,750 | 16 |
| 2023 | $584,508 | 10 |
| 2022 | $644,626 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630439349100023
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 58-0691476
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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