Private foundation · EIN 87-6486476 · Paducah, Kentucky

George Ellis Gay Jr Perpetual Charitable Tr

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 0 grants paid, total.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
0
Median grant
—
Stays in KY
—
of grants
Deadline
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Assets
$2.6M

About this foundation

George Ellis Gay Jr Perpetual Charitable Tr is a private grantmaking foundation in Paducah, Kentucky, administered in care of Paul Bradford, tax-exempt since 2021. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does George Ellis Gay Jr Perpetual Charitable Tr accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does George Ellis Gay Jr Perpetual Charitable Tr give each year?

George Ellis Gay Jr Perpetual Charitable Tr reports about $2.6M in assets. Its 990-PF return shows total grants paid each year.

Where does George Ellis Gay Jr Perpetual Charitable Tr give?

George Ellis Gay Jr Perpetual Charitable Tr is based in Paducah, KY. Most private foundations give mainly in their home region.

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