Act Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
GrantBay analyzes IRS Form 990-PF data to help grant seekers find fit funders like Act Foundation Inc. Data shown is extracted from Form 990-PF filings.
EIN: 58-6033966
Foundation Overview
Based in Atlanta, GA, Act Foundation Inc has awarded 185 grants totaling $20,013,251 to organizations in Massachusetts, New York and 16 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $1,000 to $1,360,000, with a median award of $20,000.
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Foundation Intelligence
Advanced analytics and strategic insights to help nonprofit organizations assess grant opportunities and optimize their application strategies
New Applicant Friendliness
20 of 26 recipients (77%) were new grantees. Foundation prioritizes discovering new partners. Most funding supports first-time applicants with compelling missions.
Geographic Focus
49% of grants are awarded in Georgia, with additional funding distributed across 17 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Georgia, funding concentrates in Atlanta (69%), Locust Grove (19%), Decatur (5%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 86% growth in annual giving over 4 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (76%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Act Foundation Inc's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Episcopal Church (Washington) | $1,000 | Vancouver, WA, US | Special Project Support | 2024 |
| Atlantic Salmon Federation | $240,000 | Brunswick, ME, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| Atlantic Salmon Federation | $25,000 | Brunswick, ME, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| Brayden Cole Hinck Foundation Inc | $10,000 | Calabasas, CA, US | To Support A Fellow In Cancer & Blood Disease Research Focused On Neuro-oncology Research At The Children's Hospital Of Los Angeles | 2024 |
| Buckhead Baseball Inc | $5,000 | Alanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | $5,435 | Alexandria, VA, US | Special Project Support | 2024 |
| Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc | $955,983 | Chattanooga, TN, US | Special Project Support | 2024 |
| Entitlements How Inc | $250,000 | Lexington, KY, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Fino Doggie Rescue Inc | $7,500 | Parkland, FL, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| Families Of Children Under Stress Inc | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| Forward Arts Foundation Inc | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Special Project Support | 2024 |
| Harbor Springs Area Historical Society | $75,000 | Harbor Springs, MI, US | Capital Campaign Support | 2024 |
| Harbor Springs Lyric Theatre | $100,000 | Harbor Springs, MI, US | Capital Campaign Support | 2024 |
| Noah's Ark Rehabilitation Center Inc | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| Noah's Ark Rehabilitation Center Inc | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| Noah's Ark Rehabilitation Center Inc | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| North Atlantic Salmon Fund | $32,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| North Atlantic Salmon Fund | $140,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| North Atlantic Salmon Fund | $18,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Special Project Support | 2024 |
| Saving Hope Foundation | $25,000 | Fort Worth, TX, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | $10,000 | Memphis, TN, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| The National Cowgirl Museum And Hall Of Fame Inc | $50,000 | Fort Worth, TX, US | General Operating Support | 2024 |
| Utah Film Center | $100,000 | Salt Lake City, UT, US | Special Project Support | 2024 |
| Vanderbilt University | $1,360,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Special Project Support | 2024 |
| Vanderbilt University | $10,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Special Project Support | 2024 |
| Westminster Schools Inc | $500,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Capital Campaign Support | 2024 |
| American Rivers | $50,000 | Washington, DC, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons Inc | $10,000 | East Hampton, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Apf Support Inc | $150,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Atlanta Memorial Park Conservancy | $1,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Entitlements How Inc | $250,000 | Lexington, KY, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Fino Doggie Etc Rescue Inc | $7,500 | Parkland, FL, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Focus | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Forward Arts Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| International Animal Rescue Us | $125,000 | Shrewsbury, MA, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Mclaren Northern Michigan Foundation | $10,000 | Petoskey, MI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| North Atlantic Salmon Fund Us | $160,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| North Atlantic Salmon Fund Us | $50,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Path Foundation | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| The Westminster Schools | $500,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Vanderbilt University | $1,360,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Agape Women's Ministry | $10,000 | Grayson, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons Inc | $10,000 | East Hampton, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Atlanta Humane Society | $20,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Atlanta-fulton County Zoo Inc | $6,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | $20,000 | Kanab, UT, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Camp Sunshine | $20,000 | Decatur, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Empty Stocking Fund | $25,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Entitlements How Inc | $250,000 | Lexington, KY, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Fino Doggie Etc Rescue Inc | $7,500 | Parkland, FL, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Focus Fragile Kids | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Forward Arts Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| France-atlanta Corp | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Guide Dog Foundation For The Blind Inc | $10,000 | Smithtown, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Harbor Hall Foundation | $50,000 | Harbor Springs, MI, US | Capital Campaign | 2022 |
| High Museum Of Art | $150,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| International Animal Rescue Us | $125,000 | Shrewsbury, MA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| King Street Center Inc | $5,000 | Burlington, VT, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Meals On Wheels Atlanta | $7,500 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Path Foundation | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Piedmont Park Conservancy Inc | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Shaya Barnett Foundation | $10,000 | New Orleans, LA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | $10,000 | Dallas, TX, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Vanderbilt University | $1,360,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Vanderbilt University | $600,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Capital Campaign | 2022 |
| Agape Women's Ministry | $10,000 | Grayson, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons Inc | $10,000 | East Hampton, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Atlanta Humane Society | $20,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Atlanta-fulton County Zoo Inc | $6,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | $20,000 | Kanab, UT, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Camp Sunshine | $20,000 | Decatur, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Empty Stocking Fund | $25,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Entitlements How Inc | $250,000 | Lexington, KY, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Fino Doggie Etc Rescue Inc | $7,500 | Parkland, FL, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Focus Fragile Kids | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Forward Arts Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| France-atlanta Corp | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Guide Dog Foundation For The Blind Inc | $10,000 | Smithtown, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Harbor Hall Foundation | $50,000 | Harbor Springs, MI, US | Capital Campaign | 2022 |
| High Museum Of Art | $150,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| International Animal Rescue Us | $125,000 | Shrewsbury, MA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| King Street Center Inc | $5,000 | Burlington, VT, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Meals On Wheels Atlanta | $7,500 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Path Foundation | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Piedmont Park Conservancy Inc | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Shaya Barnett Foundation | $10,000 | New Orleans, LA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | $10,000 | Dallas, TX, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Vanderbilt University | $1,360,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Vanderbilt University | $600,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Capital Campaign | 2022 |
| Agape Women's Ministry | $10,000 | Grayson, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons Inc | $10,000 | East Hampton, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Atlanta Humane Society | $20,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Atlanta-fulton County Zoo Inc | $6,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | $20,000 | Kanab, UT, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Camp Sunshine | $20,000 | Decatur, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Empty Stocking Fund | $25,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Entitlements How Inc | $250,000 | Lexington, KY, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Fino Doggie Etc Rescue Inc | $7,500 | Parkland, FL, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Focus Fragile Kids | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Forward Arts Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| France-atlanta Corp | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Guide Dog Foundation For The Blind Inc | $10,000 | Smithtown, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Harbor Hall Foundation | $50,000 | Harbor Springs, MI, US | Capital Campaign | 2022 |
| High Museum Of Art | $150,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| International Animal Rescue Us | $125,000 | Shrewsbury, MA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| King Street Center Inc | $5,000 | Burlington, VT, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Meals On Wheels Atlanta | $7,500 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Noah's Ark | $50,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Path Foundation | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Piedmont Park Conservancy Inc | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Shaya Barnett Foundation | $10,000 | New Orleans, LA, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | $10,000 | Dallas, TX, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Vanderbilt University | $1,360,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Vanderbilt University | $600,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Capital Campaign | 2022 |
| Allen-chase Foundation | $200,000 | Deerfield, MA, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| American Friends Of The Louvre | $100,000 | New York, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons | $10,000 | East Hampton, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Atlanta Humane Society | $20,000 | Alpharetta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | $20,000 | Kanab, UT, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Blackberry Farm Foundation | $10,000 | Walland, TN, US | Sam Beall Fellows Program Support | 2021 |
| Camp Sunshine | $20,000 | Decatur, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| D'addario Foundation Inc | $10,000 | Farmingdale, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Entitlements How Inc | $250,000 | Lexington, KY, US | Free The Facts Program Support | 2021 |
| Fino Doggie Rescue Inc | $7,500 | Parkland, FL, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Focus And Fragile Kids | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Forward Arts Foundation Inc | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| France-atlanta Corp | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Great Smoky Mountain Institute | $25,000 | Townsend, TN, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Guide Dog Foundation For The Blind | $10,000 | Smithtown, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| High Museum Of Art | $150,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support And Support Acc Wing | 2021 |
| Hospital For Special Surgery Fund Inc | $250,000 | New York, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| March Of Dimes | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Nicu Family Support Program | 2021 |
| Meals On Wheels Atlanta | $7,500 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Noah's Ark | $150,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Path Foundation Inc | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Annual Fund Support | 2021 |
| Path Foundation Inc | $100,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Mile 300 Capital Campaign Support | 2021 |
| Special Operations Care Fund | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | $10,000 | Dallas, TX, US | General Operating Support | 2021 |
| Vanderbilt University | $600,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Capital Campaign Support | 2021 |
| Zoo Atlanta | $6,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Beastly Feast Program Support | 2021 |
| Allen-chase Foundation | $200,000 | Deerfield, MA, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| American Rivers | $50,000 | Washington, DC, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons | $10,000 | East Hampton, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Atlanta Humane Society | $20,000 | Alpharetta, GA, US | Event Sponsorship And General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Atlanta Preservation Center | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Atlanta Speech School | $33,333 | Atlanta, GA, US | Capital Campaign Support | 2020 |
| Atlanta-fulton County Zoo Inc | $7,500 | Atlanta, GA, US | Event Sponsorship | 2020 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | $20,000 | Kanab, UT, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Blount County Childrens Advocacy Center Inc | $25,000 | Maryville, TN, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Camp Sunshine | $20,000 | Decatur, GA, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | $50,000 | Cleveland, OH, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Emory University | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Feed The Frontline Intiative | 2020 |
| Entitlements How Inc | $250,000 | Lexington, KY, US | Free The Facts Program Support | 2020 |
| Fino Doggie Rescue Inc | $7,500 | Parkland, FL, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Focus And Fragile Kids | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Support For Purchase Of Medical Equipment For Families In Need | 2020 |
| Forward Arts Foundation Inc | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| George West Mental Health Foundation | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Guide Dog Foundation For The Blind | $10,000 | Smithtown, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Harbor Springs Lyric Theatre | $10,000 | Harbor Springs, MI, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| High Museum Of Art | $100,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Hospital For Special Surgery Fund Inc | $100,000 | New York, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Hospital For Special Surgery Fund Inc | $100,000 | New York, NY, US | Emergency Support During Covid-19 | 2020 |
| Mayo Clinic | $50,000 | Rochester, MN, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Mclaren Northern Michigan Foundation | $50,000 | Petoskey, MI, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Meals On Wheels Atlanta | $7,500 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Noah's Ark | $150,000 | Locust Grove, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Path Foundation Inc | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Annual Fund Support | 2020 |
| Path Foundation Inc | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Annual Fund Support | 2020 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | $10,000 | Dallas, TX, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| The Giving Kitchen Initiative | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Emergency Support During Covid-19 | 2020 |
| The Giving Kitchen Initiative | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| The Giving Kitchen Initiative | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| University Health System Inc | $25,000 | Knoxville, TN, US | General Operating Support | 2020 |
| Vanderbilt University | $600,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Capital Campaign Support | 2020 |
Foundations Similar to Act Foundation Inc
Discover 5 foundations with comparable assets ($45,172,989-$70,068,435), similar grant patterns, and geographic focus in GA that may also align with your organization's funding needs and grant seeking strategy.
| Foundation Name | Total Assets | Typical Grant Size | Service Area | Similarity Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
The Lloyd And Vivian Noble Foundation
EIN: 58-6468818 | 174 grants awarded |
$61,050,548
(≈ Similar) |
$35,000
median grant |
Atlanta, GA
Same state |
|
|
Cs Foundation Inc
EIN: 20-5862864 | 304 grants awarded |
$54,627,203
(≈ Similar) |
$25,000
median grant |
Atlanta, GA
Same state |
|
|
The Imlay Foundation Inc
EIN: 58-1868936 | 1120 grants awarded |
$69,105,908
(≈ Similar) |
$20,000
median grant |
Atlanta, GA
Same state |
|
|
The Dozen Dimes Foundation
EIN: 47-5287709 | 125 grants awarded |
$70,068,435
(≈ Similar) |
$25,000
median grant |
Atlanta, GA
Same state |
|
|
Frances Wood Wilson Foundation Inc
EIN: 58-6035441 | 460 grants awarded |
$45,172,989
(↓ Smaller) |
$10,000
median grant |
Lilburn, GA
Same state |
|
Related Foundation Resources in GA:
Contact Information
Official contact details for Act Foundation Inc as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 58-6033966 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 6205-A PEACHTREE DUNWOODY ROAD Atlanta, GA 30328-0000 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Act Foundation Inc's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Alexander C Taylor |
|---|---|
| Secretary/treasurer | Nancy K Rigby |
Forms 990-PF
IRS Form 990-PF filings provide comprehensive financial information, grant details, and operational data. These documents are essential resources for understanding foundation capacity, giving patterns, and strategic priorities.
Form 990-PF Research Tips
- Review Part XV for detailed grant recipient information and funding purposes
- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
About This Foundation Profile
This comprehensive foundation profile for Act Foundation Inc is powered by Grant Bay's advanced foundation research platform. Our system analyzes IRS Form 990-PF filings, grant histories, and philanthropic patterns to provide nonprofit organizations with actionable intelligence for grant seeking success.
Data Sources & Accuracy
All information is derived from official IRS filings and public records. Grant Bay processes thousands of Form 990-PF documents to extract grant details, financial data, and organizational information. Data accuracy depends on foundation reporting quality and IRS filing completeness.
Research Applications
Use this profile for prospect research, grant strategy development, application preparation, and relationship building. Combine this data with additional research on foundation priorities, application processes, and board member backgrounds for comprehensive grant seeking strategies.