The Norman and Emmy Lou Illges Foundation
Invitation OnlyColumbus, Georgia · EIN 58-6368426 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$77K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$3.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,150 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
83% of grants went outside Georgia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Documentary Fund | Burlington, NC | After the flood documentary | $25,000 |
| More Light Inc | Hapeville, GA | Classical artistic training | $25,000 |
| Pisgah Legal Services | Asheville, NC | Annual justice forum | $10,000 |
| Emmett Till Interpretive Center | Sumner, MS | Historical preservation | $10,000 |
| Asheville High School Band Assoc | Asheville, NC | High school band support | $5,150 |
| Cultivate Pastors & Churches Inc | San Francisco, CA | Pastor development | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $76,650 | 6 |
| 2024 | $47,500 | 4 |
| 2023 | $25,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641289349103359
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 58-6368426
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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