The Five Thirty Foundation Inc
The Five Thirty Foundation Inc is an Atlanta, Georgia–based private foundation that describes its mission as sharing the “joyful spirit of home” by sharing blessings, opportunities, and hope with others. Its 2025 filing reports 16 grants totaling $155,000.
The Five Thirty Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Five Thirty Foundation Inc gave $155K across 16 grants in 2025 (avg $10K), mostly in Georgia. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $155,000
- +8.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 16
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $9,688
- +8.8% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $1,873,932
- +2.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Georgia (77% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Five Thirty Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states on its 2025 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its website describes a two-step process: an informal inquiry followed, for organizations identified as strong candidates, by a formal request. The requested materials include the organization’s name and EIN; a letter describing its mission, history, programs, proposed use of funds, population served, challenges addressed, and hoped-for outcomes; its most recent operating budget and fundraising status report; a full board listing; and its current IRS determination letter. The filing lists written materials and Mark B. Chandler as the contact for how to apply.
- Review Cycle
- The website says grants are awarded during the fourth quarter of each year.
- Deadline
- The website says grants are awarded during the fourth quarter of each year.
- Contact
Application contact: Mark B Chandler
Mailing address: 450 E Paces Ferry Rd, Atlanta, GA 30305
Phone: (404) 264-1696
Website: HTTPS://FIVETHIRTYFOUNDATION.COM/
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Five Thirty Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Good Samaritan Health Center ($30K). Together the top 10 received $135K.
Grant Size Distribution
60 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 58 grants of 60 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Atlanta, Georgia. Its 2025 grant dollars went primarily to recipients in Georgia (77%); the remaining reported shares were Ohio (16%), New York (3%), and Alabama (3%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Five Thirty Foundation Inc gives
- 94% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 94% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 106% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF 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 $80K (2022) to $155K (2025). In 2025 it made 16 grants totaling $155K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan Health Center Atlanta, GA | General Funds | $30,000 |
| University of Georgia Athens, GA | Education | $25,000 |
| Phi Delta Theta Oxford, OH | General Funds | $25,000 |
| Piedmont Healthcare Foundation Atlanta, GA | General Funds | $25,000 |
| Eagle Ranch Flowery Branch, GA | General Funds | $5,000 |
| Woodward Academy College Park, GA | General Funds | $5,000 |
| Wesleyan College Macon, GA | Education | $5,000 |
| New York Stud New York, NY | General Funds | $5,000 |
| St Simon's Land St Simons Island, GA | Geneneral Funds | $5,000 |
| Onward Campus Ministries Auburn, AL | General Funds | $5,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,873,932 | $230,163 | $185,933 | $155,000 | 16 | $155,000 | $217,688 | $146,598 |
| 2024 | $1,829,702 | $206,403 | $177,643 | $142,500 | 16 | $142,500 | $194,118 | $138,809 |
| 2023 | $1,800,942 | $111,757 | $144,980 | $115,000 | 12 | $115,000 | $101,162 | $121,812 |
| 2022 | $1,834,165 | $131,397 | $116,488 | $80,000 | 7 | $80,000 | $119,802 | $122,930 |
| 2021 | $1,819,928 | $214,477 | $170,350 | $135,000 | 9 | $135,000 | $203,688 | $125,615 |
| 2020 | $1,775,949 | $3,428 | $127,003 | $110,000 | 2 | — | $17,699 | $59,893 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Five Thirty Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $147K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s website says it aims to help others access the comfort, security, and peace associated with home, and to empower organizations to pursue their own missions.
The grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the kinds of organizations it has supported. Good Samaritan Health Center says it serves medically underserved people in Gwinnett County with medical, dental, health education, counseling, and social services. Eagle Ranch describes its work as helping children and families restore relationships through guidance and practical resources. Woodward Academy says it provides college-preparatory education from pre-K through grade 12. Coastal Georgia Historical Society says it works to preserve historic facilities and resources. Onward Campus Ministries describes its work as building relationships connected to faith and community. Foundation of Wesley Woods says it raises support for communities that serve older adults.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation awarded 16 grants totaling $155,000. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $30,000, with a median of $5,000. The largest reported awards were $30,000 to Good Samaritan Health Center, $25,000 to the University of Georgia, $25,000 to Phi Delta Theta, and $25,000 to Piedmont Healthcare Foundation.
Other reported 2025 awards included $5,000 each to Eagle Ranch, Woodward Academy, Wesleyan College, Coastal Georgia Historical Society, Friends of Fort Frederica, and Onward Campus Ministries. Foundation of Wesley Woods received $2,500.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Mark Chandler as chairman, and Neal Quirk, Ann J. Chandler, M. Bryant Chandler, and Marjorie L. Chandler as trustees. The foundation’s website identifies Mark B. Chandler as president and CEO and Neal J. Quirk as secretary.
The Five Thirty Foundation Inc is led by Mark Chandler, Chairman on every filing since 2020; all 5 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Mark Chandler
Chairman
On filings since 2020
$1K (2020) → $4K (2025)
Ann J. Chandler
Trustee
On filings since 2020
$1K (2020) → $1K (2025)
M. Bryant Chandler
Trustee
On filings since 2020
$1K (2020) → $1K (2025)
Marjorie L. Chandler
Trustee
On filings since 2020
$1K (2020) → $1K (2025)
Neal Quirk
Trustee
On filings since 2020
$1K (2020) → $1K (2025)
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $4K, to Mark Chandler (Chairman). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Five Thirty Foundation Inc
How much does The Five Thirty Foundation Inc give each year?
The Five Thirty Foundation Inc gave $155K across 16 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $143K across 16 grants.
What is The Five Thirty Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Five Thirty Foundation Inc's median grant in 2025 was $5,000, and its average grant was $9,688, across 16 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Five Thirty Foundation Inc give grants?
The Five Thirty Foundation Inc gives mostly in Georgia: 77% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Ohio (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Atlanta, GA (4 grants) and St Simons Island, GA (2 grants).
Does The Five Thirty Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 81% of The Five Thirty Foundation Inc's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (13 of 16) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Five Thirty Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Five Thirty Foundation Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Good Samaritan Health Center ($30,000), University of Georgia ($25,000) and Phi Delta Theta ($25,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 52% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Five Thirty Foundation Inc?
The Five Thirty Foundation Inc reported $1.9M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $155K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $147K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Five Thirty Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s website says it aims to help others access the comfort, security, and peace associated with home, and to empower organizations to pursue their own missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Five Thirty Foundation Inc?
The foundation states on its 2025 filing that it 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 ↑
What is The Five Thirty Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Five Thirty Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-5264413. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Five Thirty Foundation 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 September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS July 8, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS September 12, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS July 17, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS June 3, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS March 17, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 11, 2026)
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