Kenneth E Boring Charitable Foundation Inc
Historical FunderChattanooga, Tennessee · EIN 27-0063662 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DOROTHY BORING SHAW |
|---|---|
| Address | P O BOX 1258, CHATTANOOGA TN 37402 |
| Phone | 7062267625 |
| Form and materials | PROOF OF NOT-FOR-PROFIT STATUS SHOULD BE INCLUDED WITH APPLICATION. |
| Deadlines | DECEMBER 31 |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATIONS MUST OPERATE AS QUALIFIED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS AS DEFINED BY SECTION 501(C) (3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. |
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
82% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way of Greater Atlanta | Atlanta, GA | Greatest need | $35,000 |
| Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta | Dalton, GA | Greatest need | $25,000 |
| Dalton State Foundation | Dalton, GA | Greatest need | $20,000 |
| Shepherd's Spinal Clinic | Atlanta, GA | Greatest need | $20,000 |
| Atlanta Speech School | Atlanta, GA | Greatest need | $15,000 |
| United Way of Greater Chattanooga | Chattanooga, TN | Greatest need | $15,000 |
| Many Hopes | East Falmouth, MA | Greatest need | $11,500 |
| Salvation Army | Dalton, GA | Greatest need | $10,000 |
| University of Texas Foundation Inc | Austin, TX | Md anderson/leukemia research | $10,000 |
| Chi Memorial Hospital | Chattanooga, TN | Greatest need | $7,500 |
| On Point | Hixson, TN | Greatest need | $5,500 |
| Agape Youth & Family Center | Atlanta, GA | Greatest need | $5,000 |
| American Heart Association | Atlanta, GA | Greatest need | $5,000 |
| Baylor School | Chattanooga, TN | Greatest need | $5,000 |
| Creative Discovery Museum | Chattanooga, TN | Museum college daze | $5,000 |
| Family Support Council | Dalton, GA | Greatest need | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Ga Inc Northwest Ga District | Dalton, GA | Hall of fame sponsor | $5,000 |
| Peachtree Road United Methodist Chruch | Atlanta, GA | Preschool | $5,000 |
| Whitfield-Murray Historical Society | Dalton, GA | Huff house | $5,000 |
| Woodward Academy | College Park, GA | Greatest need | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Nwg Council | Rome, GA | Greatest need | $2,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Gmw | Dalton, GA | Greatest need | $2,500 |
| Oscar N Jonas Memorial Foundation | Dalton, GA | Greatest need | $2,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nw Ga | Dalton, GA | Greatest need | $1,600 |
| Friends of the Tivoli | Chattanooga, GA | Greatest need | $1,500 |
| Dalton Art Projects | Dalton, GA | Greatest need | $1,000 |
| Friendship House | Dalton, GA | Music festival sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities | Atlanta, GA | Greatest need | $750 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $232,350 | 28 |
| 2024 | $260,625 | 25 |
| 2023 | $300,575 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641329349100724
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-0063662
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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