Eagle Feather Foundation
Eagle Feather Foundation is a public charity based in Alpharetta, Georgia. Formed in 2019, it provides funding to charities in fulfillment of the exempt purposes of National Christian Charitable Foundation, Inc. (NCCF), according to its 2025 filing.
Eagle Feather Foundation at a glance
In short: Eagle Feather Foundation gave $11.7M across 10 grants in 2025 (avg $1.2M), mostly in Georgia. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $11,693,236
- +180.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 10
- +42.9% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $1,169,324
- +96.5% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $267,500
- Total assets
- $20,786,352
- +7.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Georgia (71% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Eagle Feather Foundation
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 1269, Alpharetta, GA 30009-1269
Phone: (404) 252-0100
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Eagle Feather Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc ($8.3M). Together the top 10 received $11.7M.
Grant Size Distribution
38 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 8 grants of 38 (21%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 71% of grant dollars went to recipients in Georgia and 29% to recipients in Michigan; the reported share for New York was 0%. The listed recipients were located in Georgia, Michigan, and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How Eagle Feather Foundation gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $581K (2021) to $11.7M (2025). In 2025 it made 10 grants totaling $11.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc Alpharetta, GA | Support | $8,270,236 |
| Evergreen Commons Holland, MI | Support | $1,000,000 |
| Gateway Mission Holland, MI | Support | $1,000,000 |
| Make a Wish Foundation of Michigan Brighton, MI | Support | $500,000 |
| Amplifygr Grand Rapids, MI | Support | $285,000 |
| Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Support | $250,000 |
| Outdoor Discovery Center Holland, MI | Support | $200,000 |
| Kids' Food Basket Grand Rapids, MI | Support | $100,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation Staten Island, NY | Support | $50,000 |
| Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding Rockford, MI | Support | $38,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,786,352 | $12,510,395 | $11,693,314 | $11,693,236 | 10 | $564,481 |
| 2024 | $19,352,129 | $940,292 | $4,165,014 | $4,164,942 | 7 | $889,790 |
| 2023 | $22,234,241 | $1,030,680 | $2,256,255 | $2,256,250 | 8 | $705,680 |
| 2022 | $23,012,870 | $16,131,416 | $1,325,759 | $1,325,759 | 5 | $111,416 |
| 2021 | $9,056,564 | $117,155 | $586,699 | $580,577 | 8 | $117,155 |
| 2020 | $9,142,805 | $11,479,305 | $2,349,000 | $2,345,833 | 2 | $4,125 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to provide funding to charities in fulfillment of NCCF’s exempt purposes. Its 2025 grants included support for organizations whose own missions address Christian charities, services for older adults, neighborhood revitalization, rehabilitation hospital fundraising, outdoor education and conservation, children’s food and educational programs, support for first responders and military personnel, and equine-based therapy.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 10 grants totaling $11,693,236. Grant amounts ranged from $38,000 to $8,270,236, with a median of $267,500. Its largest grants were $8,270,236 to National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc. in Alpharetta, Georgia; $1,000,000 each to Evergreen Commons and Gateway Mission in Holland, Michigan; and $500,000 to Make a Wish Foundation of Michigan in Brighton, Michigan. Other listed grants included $285,000 to AmplifyGR, $250,000 to Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, $200,000 to Outdoor Discovery Center, $100,000 to Kids’ Food Basket, $50,000 to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, and $38,000 to Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding.
Evergreen Commons describes its mission as helping older adults live purposeful, active, and holistic lives and providing community support services and assisted care. AmplifyGR describes its work as widening residents’ opportunities to participate in and benefit from community growth, including neighborhood revitalization. Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation says it raises funds for hospital capital, expansion, and program improvements. The Outdoor Discovery Center describes its mission as advancing outdoor education and conservation in West Michigan. Kids’ Food Basket says it nourishes children through food and educational programs. Tunnel to Towers Foundation describes its mission as honoring fallen first responders and supporting military personnel and first responders. Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding says it uses equine-based therapy to improve quality of life for people with physical, mental, and social or emotional challenges. National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc. says it makes distributions to or for Christian churches, ministries, and other charities.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists trustees Richard G. Haworth, Ethelyn L. Haworth, Dana E. Ring (partial year), April L. Shaffer, David C. Johnson, and David D. Johnson (partial year). Jeanne McMains is listed as a former trustee.
Eagle Feather Foundation's 2025 filing lists 7 officers; none of the 7 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
April L. Shaffer
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ethelyn L. Haworth
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard G. Haworth
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dana E. Ring Partial Year
Trustee
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David C. Johnson
Trustee
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David D. Johnson Partial Year
Trustee
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeanne McMains
Former Trustee
Trustee → Former Trustee, 2025
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Dana E. Ring (2023–2024) — Trustee
- Former: David C. Johnson Partial Yr (2024) — Trustee
- Former: Jeanne McMains Partial Yr (2024) — Trustee
- Former: Jamie Kuiper (2020–2023) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Eagle Feather Foundation
How much does Eagle Feather Foundation give each year?
Eagle Feather Foundation gave $11.7M across 10 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $4.2M across 7 grants.
What is Eagle Feather Foundation's typical grant size?
Eagle Feather Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $267,500, and its average grant was $1,169,324, across 10 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Eagle Feather Foundation give grants?
Eagle Feather Foundation gives mostly in Georgia: 71% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Michigan (29%). The most frequent recipient cities were Holland, MI (3 grants) and Grand Rapids, MI (3 grants).
Does Eagle Feather Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 10 grants with a stated purpose on Eagle Feather Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support" (10 grants).
Who are Eagle Feather Foundation's largest grantees?
Eagle Feather Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc ($8,270,236), Evergreen Commons ($1,000,000) and Gateway Mission ($1,000,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 88% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Eagle Feather Foundation?
Eagle Feather Foundation reported $20.8M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $12.5M.
What does Eagle Feather Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to provide funding to charities in fulfillment of NCCF’s exempt purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Eagle Feather Foundation?
Eagle Feather Foundation has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Eagle Feather Foundation's EIN?
Eagle Feather Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-4182087. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 5, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS September 2, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 26, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS July 29, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 23, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 3, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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