Private foundation · Atlanta, GA (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
James M Cox Foundation of Georgia Inc.
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $50,000
- Typical grant
- $20,000 to $30,000 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $25,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Hamilton County, Davidson County · plus 83 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $40 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $42.6M | — | 0 |
| 2023 | $40M | $50K | 2 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Applications are only accepted onli · atlanta · 6786454659
- What to send
- Applications are only accepted online. Visit www.coxfoundation.com to learn about application content and access link to on-line submission form.
- Deadlines
- Visit www.coxfoundation.com for submission deadlines.
- Limits
- Visit www.coxfoundation.com for restrictions/limitations on eligibility.
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2023. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- James C KennedyChairman/president/trustee
- Nancy K RigbyTreasurer/secretary/trustee
- Alexander C TaylorVice president/trustee
- John M DyerTrustee
- Barbara K HartyVice president/trustee
- Jessie S MckellarAssistant secretary
As listed in its 2023 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Unrestricted support; cox conserves award beneficiary
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Past winners are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Past winner | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleanup Kids Limited | Chattanooga, Hamilton County | Unrestricted support; cox conserves award beneficiary | $30K |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | General operating support | $20K |
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