The Reed Foundation
The Reed Foundation is a private foundation based in Atlanta, Georgia. Its 2024 filing reports 17 grants totaling $298,100, supporting organizations working in areas including health and medical supplies, humanitarian aid, hunger relief, arts and culture, and conservation.
The Reed Foundation at a glance
In short: The Reed Foundation gave $298K across 17 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in Georgia. 24% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $298,100
- +73.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 17
- +6.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $17,535
- +63.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $3,446,141
- -13.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 24% first-time grantees (4 of 17, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Georgia (65% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Reed Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 40 Stratford Place Ne, Atlanta, GA 30342-3956
Phone: (404) 572-3393
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Reed Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Map International ($68K). Together the top 10 received $263K.
Grant Size Distribution
90 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 85 grants of 90 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grant dollars went primarily to recipients in Georgia (65%), followed by the District of Columbia (12%), Connecticut (10%), West Virginia (9%), and California (2%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 17 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Reed Foundation open to new grantees?
24%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 17 grantees (24%) were first-time recipients. With only 17 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $15K; repeat grants $18K. How we count
Medians: $13K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 71% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 21% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 159% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $172K (2023) to $298K (2024). In 2024 it made 17 grants totaling $298K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Map International Atlanta, GA | Map international is a global christian health and relief organization that partners with people living in conditions of poverty to save lives and develop healthier families and communities. Recognized for our 99% efficiency rating, we respond to the needs of those we serve by providing medicines, preventing disease, and promoting health to create real hope and lasting change. Our mission is to advance the total health of people living in the world's poorest communities. We carry out that mission through disease prevention, relief, and community health development. | $68,000 |
| Medshare International Decatur, GA | Medshare is a nonprofit organization dedicated toimproving the environment and healthcare throughthe efficient recovery and redistribution ofsurplus medical supplies and equipment tounderserved healthcare | $50,000 |
| Sudan Relief Fund Washington, DC | Our mission is to provide peace and hope for the future by alleviating immediate humanitarian concerns and aiding in the development of infrastructure necessary for growth and stability in the world's youngest nation. We are achieving this by building schools, hospitals, and training programs to empower the people of south sudan and the nuba region so they are better equipped to successfully take control of their own future. | $35,000 |
| Americares Stamford, CT | Americares is a global non-profit organization focused on health and development that responds to individuals affected by poverty, disaster, or crisis. The organization addresses poverty, disasters, or crises with medicine, medical supplies and health programs. | $30,000 |
| Emory University - Rollins School of Public Health Atlanta, GA | Our unrestricted endowment is essential to the vitality and financial security of our school, and powers our mission of educating students, fostering cutting-edge public health research, and protecting lives worldwide. | $20,000 |
| Foundation Contribution to Care via Loan Forgiveness - 6302024 Atlanta, GA | Care works around the globe to save lives and defeat poverty | $20,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank East Point, GA | Atlanta community food bank's mission is to fight hunger by engaging, educating, and empowering the community. | $12,000 |
| Atlanta Humane Society Alpharetta, GA | Helping atlanta pets through our pet rescue services; adopting a dog, cat, kitten or puppy into your home from ahs will be a wonderful experience. | $12,000 |
| Huntington Museum of Art Huntington, WV | Hma's mission is furthered by its four commitments: to acquire and display objects of art, provide excellence in education and arts experiences, maintain a plant conservatory and nature trails, and expand its service population. | $10,000 |
| Wells Bring Hope Los Angeles, CA | Wells bring hope is dedicated to saving lives with safe water in niger, africa. | $6,300 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,446,141 | $-84,943 | $436,777 | $298,100 | 17 | $298,100 | — | $187,665 |
| 2023 | $3,967,861 | $-2,571 | $332,336 | $171,800 | 16 | $171,800 | — | $119,624 |
| 2022 | $4,297,768 | $-2,885 | $301,752 | $200,000 | 18 | $200,000 | $45,469 | $134,591 |
| 2021 | $4,602,405 | $619,787 | $327,340 | $246,850 | 20 | $246,850 | $491,984 | $245,245 |
| 2020 | $4,309,958 | $571,196 | $301,313 | $237,420 | 19 | — | $312,300 | $201,076 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Reed Foundation reported a distributable amount of $188K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations. For example, MAP International describes its mission as providing medicines and health supplies to people in need; the Atlanta Community Food Bank says it works to fight hunger; and the Huntington Museum of Art describes its role as serving the public as a museum and cultural center and advocating for arts, education, and nature.
Other 2024 recipients include organizations whose stated work includes humanitarian aid and human rights, criminal-legal-system justice, safe water and sanitation, and protection of the Appalachian Trail.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave 17 grants totaling $298,100. Grant amounts ranged from $4,000 to $68,000, with a median grant of $10,000. Its largest reported grants included MAP International ($68,000), MedShare International ($50,000), Sudan Relief Fund ($35,000), Americares ($30,000), and Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health ($20,000). The filing also lists a $20,000 contribution to CARE via loan forgiveness.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Glen Reed as president, Edith Reed as vice president/treasurer, Alec B. Reed as secretary, and Adam C. Reed as executive director.
The Reed Foundation is led by Adam C. Reed, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Adam C. Reed
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Glen Reed
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alec B. Reed
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Edith Reed
Vice President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 The Reed Foundation
How much does The Reed Foundation give each year?
The Reed Foundation gave $298K across 17 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $172K across 16 grants.
What is The Reed Foundation's typical grant size?
The Reed Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $17,535, across 17 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Reed Foundation that year got $15K on average.
Where does The Reed Foundation give grants?
The Reed Foundation gives mostly in Georgia: 65% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were District of Columbia (12%) and Connecticut (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Atlanta, GA (4 grants).
Does The Reed Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 6% of The Reed Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 17) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Reed Foundation's largest grantees?
The Reed Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Map International ($68,000), Medshare International ($50,000) and Sudan Relief Fund ($35,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 51% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Reed Foundation?
The Reed Foundation reported $3.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $298K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $188K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Reed Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Reed Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Reed Foundation's EIN?
The Reed Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-1477372. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Reed Foundation 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.
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