Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Decatur, Georgia
6 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Decatur, Georgia, holding $37M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The@john and Mary Neff Foundationsince 2000 | $2.5M3 grants · 2025 | $450K | Preselected only | $1.3M |
| Gx Foundation Incsince 2021 | $863K15 grants · 2025 | $50K | Yes | $20M |
| Tif Foundation Fundsince 2006 | $428K32 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $6.1M |
| Patrick Family Foundation Incsince 1989 | $306K49 grants · 2024 | $4,750 | Yes | $6.9M |
| Head Foundationsince 2010 | $65K4 grants · 2024 | $15K | Preselected only | $1.5M |
| Redwine Family Foundation Incsince 1998 | $65K14 grants · 2024 | $3,750 | Preselected only | $1.4M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Georgia
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Georgia Council for the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateGeorgia Council for the Arts | Georgia Council for the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Georgia Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateGeorgia Humanities | Georgia Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Decatur, Georgia?
Our directory lists 6 private grantmaking foundations in Decatur, Georgia with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $37M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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