The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell
The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell is a private foundation based in Madison, Georgia. In its 2024 filing, it reported charitable gifts to 12 nonprofit organizations supporting scientific, cultural, religious, environmental, and humanitarian causes.
The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell at a glance
In short: The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell gave $29K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), mostly in Georgia. 17% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $29,000
- +5.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,417
- +5.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $153,363
- -3.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 17% first-time grantees (2 of 12, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Georgia (98% 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 Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 123, Madison, GA 30650
Phone: (706) 342-2567
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Camp Twin Lakes ($10K). Together the top 10 received $28K.
Grant Size Distribution
63 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 63 grants of 63 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 98% of grant dollars went to recipients in Georgia and 2% to recipients in Michigan. The listed grants were primarily to Georgia organizations, with one $500 grant to the National Fire Safety Council in Michigan Center, Michigan.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell open to new grantees?
17%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 2 of 12 grantees (17%) were first-time recipients. With only 12 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $750; repeat grants $3K. How we count
Medians: $750 first-time, $1K repeat.
- 83% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+4%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 171% 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 $28K (2023) to $42K (2020). In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $29K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Twin Lakes Rutledge, GA | Support disabled children | $10,000 |
| Madison Morgan Boys Girls Club Madison, GA | Support for disadvantaged | $5,000 |
| Madison Morgan Conservancy Madison, GA | Support heritage of Co | $4,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Madison, GA | Support for low income | $2,000 |
| Morgan County Humane Society Madison, GA | Care for animals | $1,500 |
| Wesleyan College Macon, GA | Support for education | $1,000 |
| LaGrange College LaGrange, GA | Support for education | $1,000 |
| Ferst Readers of Morgan Co Madison, GA | Childrens' education | $1,000 |
| The Caring Place Madison, GA | Homeless Outreach | $1,000 |
| Steffen Thomas Museum Buckhead, GA | Support the arts | $1,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $153,363 | $38,213 | $43,116 | $29,000 | 12 | $35,750 | $32,447 | $20,900 |
| 2023 | $158,266 | $27,982 | $39,575 | $27,500 | 12 | $34,250 | $22,748 | $20,910 |
| 2022 | $168,057 | $20,456 | $54,608 | $40,500 | 13 | $47,250 | $13,237 | $20,412 |
| 2021 | $202,274 | $6,213 | $42,665 | $28,000 | 11 | $34,750 | — | $23,924 |
| 2020 | $239,042 | $14,341 | $55,854 | $41,800 | 15 | — | $25,959 | $21,225 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell reported a distributable amount of $21K 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
The foundation does not state a mission in the provided information. Its 2024 filing describes gifts to organizations working in scientific, cultural, religious, environmental, and humanitarian areas. The listed grants also show support for education, housing, children, arts, animal care, and community services.
Grantee descriptions illustrate the range of recipients’ work. Camp Twin Lakes says it offers recreational and educational programs for campers facing serious illness, disabilities, and other challenges. Habitat for Humanity says it seeks to eliminate poverty housing and make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. LaGrange College describes its work as challenging students’ minds and inspiring their souls through education. The National Fire Safety Council says it provides fire- and burn-prevention and life-safety educational materials and programs.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $29,000 through 12 grants. Grants ranged from $500 to $10,000, with a median grant of $1,000. Notable recipients included Camp Twin Lakes ($10,000), Madison Morgan Boys Girls Club ($5,000), Madison Morgan Conservancy ($4,000), Habitat for Humanity ($2,000), and Morgan County Humane Society ($1,500).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Sue Baldwin was listed as a trustee on the 2024 filing.
The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell is led by Sue Baldwin, Trustee on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Sue Baldwin
Trustee
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$8K (2020) → $8K (2024)
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $8K, to Sue Baldwin (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell
How much does The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell give each year?
The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell gave $29K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $28K across 12 grants.
What is The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell's typical grant size?
The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell's median grant in 2024 was $1,000, and its average grant was $2,417, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell that year got $750 on average.
Where does The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell give grants?
The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell gives mostly in Georgia: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Madison, GA (6 grants).
Does The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 12 grants with a stated purpose on The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support for education" (3 grants).
Who are The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell's largest grantees?
The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell's largest 2024 grantees include Camp Twin Lakes ($10,000), Madison Morgan Boys Girls Club ($5,000) and Madison Morgan Conservancy ($4,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 66% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell?
The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell reported $153K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $36K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $21K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell fund?
The foundation does not state a mission in the provided information. Its 2024 filing describes gifts to organizations working in scientific, cultural, religious, environmental, and humanitarian areas. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell's EIN?
The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-6456655. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Robert M & Lilias Baldwin Turnell 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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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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