GFGW Inc
GFGW Inc is a private foundation based in Macon, Georgia. Its most recent filing on record is for 2020, and no later filing is reported; it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
GFGW Inc at a glance
In short: GFGW Inc gave $60K across 15 grants in 2020 (avg $4K), mostly in Georgia. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $60,000
- Grants made (2020)
- 15
- Average grant
- $4,000
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $802,218
- Primary geography
- Georgia (50% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to GFGW Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The 2020 filing states that the foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This describes the filing’s policy, not a current application process.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 6497, Macon, GA 31208
Phone: (478) 743-8651
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who GFGW Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Stratford Academy ($10K). Together the top 10 received $54K.
Grant Size Distribution
15 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 15 grants of 15 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2020 grant dollars went primarily to organizations in Georgia (50%) and Maryland (40%). Smaller shares went to Vermont (4%), South Carolina (3%), and New York (2%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 15 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 15 grants totaling $60K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford Academy Macon, GA | Design Class | $10,000 |
| Mercer University Stetson-Hatcher S Macon, GA | General | $10,000 |
| Crisis Line Safe House Macon, GA | Safe House Costs | $10,000 |
| Talbot Interfaith Shelter Easton, MD | General | $7,500 |
| Christ Church Republic, MD | Youth Program | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Easton, MD | HOUSES | $4,000 |
| Trinity Cathedral Columbia, SC | Discretionary Fund | $2,000 |
| Talbot Mentors Inc Easton, MD | Operating Budget | $2,000 |
| CASA Talbot, MD | General | $2,000 |
| Vermont Foodbank Barre, VT | General | $1,250 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $802,218 | $30,175 | $74,129 | $60,000 | 15 | $16,046 | $63,004 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, GFGW Inc reported a distributable amount of $63K for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for GFGW Inc is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for education, shelter and housing, youth programs, mentoring, food assistance, and other charitable purposes.
The grantees describe their own work in varied terms. Stratford Academy says it is an independent, non-sectarian college preparatory school serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade twelve. Talbot Interfaith Shelter says it works to end homelessness on Maryland’s Mid-Shore by providing shelter, stability, and support. Talbot Mentors says it matches children in Talbot County with volunteer mentors. Vermont Foodbank describes itself as a hunger-relief organization that distributes food through community partners.
Grantmaking
In 2020, GFGW Inc reported 15 grants totaling $60,000. Grant amounts ranged from $1,250 to $10,000, with a median of $2,000.
The largest grants included $10,000 each to Stratford Academy in Macon, Mercer University Stetson-Hatcher School in Macon, and Crisis Line Safe House in Macon. Other notable grants were $7,500 to Talbot Interfaith Shelter in Easton, Maryland; $5,000 to Christ Church in Republic, Maryland; and $4,000 to Habitat for Humanity in Easton, Maryland.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Eugene S Hatcher as President and Josephine H Merrill as Trustee.
GFGW Inc is led by Eugene S. Hatcher, President on the 2020 filing; none of the 2 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Eugene S. Hatcher
President
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Josephine H. Merrill
Trustee
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 GFGW Inc
How much does GFGW Inc give each year?
GFGW Inc gave $60K across 15 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is GFGW Inc's typical grant size?
GFGW Inc's median grant in 2020 was $2,000, and its average grant was $4,000, across 15 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does GFGW Inc give grants?
GFGW Inc gives mostly in Georgia: 50% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Maryland (40%). The most frequent recipient cities were Macon, GA (3 grants) and Easton, MD (3 grants).
Does GFGW Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 67% of GFGW Inc's 2020 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 15) were for general or operating support, per its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are GFGW Inc's largest grantees?
GFGW Inc's largest 2020 grantees include Stratford Academy ($10,000), Mercer University Stetson-Hatcher S ($10,000) and Crisis Line Safe House ($10,000), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
How large is GFGW Inc?
GFGW Inc reported $802K in total assets on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $30K.
What does GFGW Inc fund?
No mission statement for GFGW Inc is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for education, shelter and housing, youth programs, mentoring, food assistance, and other charitable purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from GFGW Inc?
The 2020 filing states that the foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is GFGW Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, GFGW Inc reported a distributable amount of $63K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is GFGW Inc's EIN?
GFGW Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-2310066. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does GFGW Inc 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.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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