Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in Milton, Georgia
4 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Milton, Georgia, holding $27M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William B Orkin Foundation Incsince 2005 | $756K50 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $16M |
| Larry a and Edith R Cohen Foundation Incsince 1997 | $254K16 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $7.6M |
| The Ben and Shania Grubbs Family Foundation Incsince 2016 | $148K14 grants · 2024 | $3,904 | Yes | $1.6M |
| Tinter Family Foundation Incsince 1985 | $12K2 grants · 2025 | $5,750 | Preselected only | $1.5M |
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 Milton, Georgia?
Our directory lists 4 private grantmaking foundations in Milton, Georgia with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $27M. 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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