George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust
The George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Louisville, Kentucky. Its filings report support for scholarships and charitable contributions, with 2025 statements describing scholarships for eligible Indian Creek and other Johnson County high school graduates.
George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust at a glance
In short: George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust gave $215K across 23 grants in 2026 (avg $9K), mostly in Indiana. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $215,000
- +5.4% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 23
- +15.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $9,348
- -8.4% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $7,000
- Total assets
- $2,096,526
- -2.2% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Indiana (98% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The trust does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. JCCF’s website describes a common scholarship application and a separate renewal process for George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust Renewal applicants. Its general scholarship application information says deadlines vary by scholarship; the listed 2027 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application was closed as of October 2, 2026.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 32760, Louisville, KY 40232
Phone: (502) 588-4110
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Johnson Cnty Historical Society ($33K). Together the top 10 received $153K.
Grant Size Distribution
97 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 97 grants of 97 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2026 filing reports that 98% of grant dollars went to recipients in Indiana and 2% to recipients in South Carolina. The filing lists several recipients in Franklin, Indiana.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 23 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (−6%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 88% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $165K (2022) to $228K (2023). In 2026 it made 23 grants totaling $215K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Cnty Historical Society Franklin, IN | Charitable Contributions | $33,400 |
| JCCF Franklin, IN | Charitable Contribution | $33,400 |
| Grayson Franklin, IN | Scholarship | $13,500 |
| Robert Franklin, IN | Scholarship | $11,000 |
| Katlynn Franklin, IN | Scholarship | $11,000 |
| Audrey Franklin, IN | Scholarship | $10,500 |
| Franklin United Methodist Franklin, IN | Charitable Contribution | $10,020 |
| Jacob Franklin, IN | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Halle Franklin, IN | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Nicholas Franklin, IN | Scholarship | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,096,526 | $216,930 | $260,750 | $215,000 | 23 | $223,813 | — | $253,556 |
| 2025 | $2,143,233 | $218,303 | $245,420 | $204,000 | 20 | $210,980 | $98,064 | $192,841 |
| 2024 | $2,170,350 | $168,290 | $225,690 | $183,000 | 16 | $193,767 | $55,986 | $193,982 |
| 2023 | $2,301,910 | $111,527 | $268,730 | $228,000 | 20 | $238,182 | $16,610 | $193,482 |
| 2022 | $2,387,504 | $244,027 | $207,881 | $164,800 | 18 | $175,570 | $207,631 | $217,838 |
| 2021 | $2,351,358 | $397,854 | $229,386 | $188,000 | 26 | — | $355,843 | $175,254 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust reported a distributable amount of $254K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The trust’s stated charitable activity includes scholarships for eligible Indian Creek and other Johnson County high school graduates. Its 2026 grants included scholarships and charitable contributions. Among its recipients was Tamassee DAR School Inc., which describes its mission as offering educational programs to children and families.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the trust reported 23 grants totaling $215,000. Grants ranged from $3,000 to $33,400, with a median of $7,000. The largest reported grants included $33,400 each to Johnson County Historical Society and JCCF, and $13,500 for a scholarship. Tamassee DAR School Inc. received $3,340.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists R Jonathan Raymon as fiduciary; Troy DeHart, Lyman Snyder, and Tanya Smythe as advisors; and JCCF as administrator. Max S Woodbury III EA is listed as tax preparer.
George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust's 2026 filing lists 6 officers; all 6 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Lyman Snyder
Advisor
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
$2K (2025) → $2K (2026)
R. Jonathan Raymon
Fiduciary
On filings since 2025
3 hrs/week
$33K (2025) → $18K (2026)
Tanya Smythe
Advisor
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
$2K (2025) → $2K (2026)
Jccf
Administrator
New on the 2026 filing
3 hrs/week
$4K (2026)
Max S. Woodbury Iii Ea
Tax Preparer
New on the 2026 filing
2 hrs/week
$4K (2026)
Troy Dehart
Advisor
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
$2K (2026)
Former officers (5)
- Former: Joe Dehart (2021–2025) — Advisor
- Former: Max S. Woodbury (2021–2025) — Tax Preparer
- Former: Johnson County Community Foundation (2024–2025) — Administrator
- Former: Baird Trust Company (2024) — Fiduciary
- Former: Woodbury Group LLC (2024) — Tax Preparer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $18K, to R Jonathan Raymon (Fiduciary). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust
How much does George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust give each year?
George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust gave $215K across 23 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $204K across 20 grants.
What is George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust's typical grant size?
George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust's median grant in 2026 was $7,000, and its average grant was $9,348, across 23 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust give grants?
George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust gives mostly in Indiana: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Franklin, IN (21 grants).
Does George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 23 grants with a stated purpose on George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust's 2026 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Scholarship" (18 grants).
Who are George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust's largest grantees?
George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust's largest 2026 grantees include Johnson Cnty Historical Society ($33,400), JCCF ($33,400) and Grayson ($13,500), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust?
George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust reported $2.1M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $224K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $254K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust fund?
The trust’s stated charitable activity includes scholarships for eligible Indian Creek and other Johnson County high school graduates. Its 2026 grants included scholarships and charitable contributions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust?
The trust does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust's EIN?
George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-6463143. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does George and Marie Buckner Pitcher Charitable Trust accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 30, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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