Kauffman Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyAtlanta, Georgia · EIN 27-3760860 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$2.9M
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$150,000
Total assets$17.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $200,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
8% of grants went outside Georgia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Childrens' Healthcare of Atlanta | Atlanta, GA | General purpose | $750,000 |
| University of Georgia Foundation | Athens, GA | General purpose | $660,000 |
| The Lovett School | Atlanta, GA | General purpose | $450,000 |
| College of Wooster | Wooster, OH | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Fernbank Museum | Atlanta, GA | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Mercer University | Atlanta, GA | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Emory University - Winship Cancer Institute | Atlanta, GA | General purpose | $150,000 |
| Atlanta Humane Society | Atlanta, GA | General purpose | $100,000 |
| The Schenck School | Atlanta, GA | General purpose | $83,333 |
| Woodruff Arts Center | Atlanta, GA | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Trinity School | Atlanta, GA | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Special Olympics Georgia | Norcross, GA | General purpose | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,883,333 | 12 |
| 2023 | $2,038,333 | 7 |
| 2022 | $2,063,333 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610239349100601
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-3760860
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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