The J Donald Childress Foundation
Invitation OnlyAtlanta, Georgia · EIN 58-2436179 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$182K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$21.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $25,000.
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
45% of grants went outside Georgia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peachtree Presbyterian Church | Atlanta, GA | Charitable services | $50,000 |
| The Westminster Schools | Atlanta, GA | Education | $25,000 |
| Washington and Lee University | Lexington, VA | Education | $25,000 |
| Links Players International | Clovis, CA | Memorial donation for tony childress golf tournament | $25,000 |
| Vail Mountain School | Vail, CO | Education | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army | Atlanta, GA | Charitable services | $10,000 |
| Vail Valley Foundation | Avon, CO | Charitable services | $10,000 |
| The Boys & Girls Club of Metro Atlanta | Chamblee, GA | Charitable services | $10,000 |
| The Lovett School | Atlanta, GA | Education | $2,500 |
| Eastside House Settlement | Bronx, NY | Charitable services | $2,500 |
| The Schenck School | Atlanta, GA | Education | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $182,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $1,306,500 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 3, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502469349100005
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 58-2436179
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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