Trilith Institute Inc
The Trilith Institute is dedicated to the discovery, development, and professional advancement of great storytellers who inspire the world. By providing a wide range of opportunities for all ages and career statuses, Trilith Institute seeks to cultivate an environment for writers, directors, producers, performers, and arts educators to become a driving force of cultural impact in Georgia.
Trilith Institute Inc at a glance
In short: Trilith Institute Inc gave $475K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $237K), mostly in Georgia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $474,669
- +75.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +100.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $237,335
- -12.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $237,335
- Total assets
- $3,833,565
- +17.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Georgia (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Trilith Institute Inc
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Trilith Institute Inc
Who Trilith Institute Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Utopian Academy for the Arts ($378K). Together the top 2 received $475K.
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 2 grants of 3 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $270K (2023) to $475K (2024). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $475K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utopian Academy for the Arts Ellenwood, GA | Grant funds are to be used specifically to cover the lease payments for the middle school facility located at 225 veterans parkway, fayetteville, ga 30214 | $378,000 |
| Institute for Self Directed Learning Fayetteville, GA | This grant is designed to support the institute for self directed learning in fayetteville, ga. Specifically rent, platform fees, curriculum writing, standards work, and ad spend. | $96,669 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,833,565 | $4,430,352 | $4,030,354 | $474,669 | 2 | $37,310 |
| 2023 | $3,275,146 | $5,015,751 | $1,740,605 | $270,200 | 1 | — |
About Trilith Institute Inc
Based on IRS filings
Trilith Institute Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Fayetteville, GA. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $3.8M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $475K. Net investment income was $37K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Trilith Institute Inc is led by Jeffrey Stepakoff, Chairman & President on every filing since 2023; 7 of 10 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jeffrey Stepakoff
Chairman & President
On filings since 2023
30 hrs/week
$104K (2023) → $307K (2024)
Amanda McCowan
Senior Director of Operations
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$164K (2024)
Amanda Ray
Director of Academic Programming K-
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$105K (2024)
Daniel Seith
Director of Outreach & Engagement
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$136K (2024)
Mitchell Kupstas
Director of Strategy
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$142K (2024)
Dan Cathy
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ross Cathy
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Josh Lee
Vice Chair, Vice President & Treasurer
On filings since 2023
30 hrs/week
$69K (2023) → $187K (2024)
Lauren Spaulding
Secretary
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$45K (2023) → $6K (2024)
Ami McBay
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "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 $307K, to Jeffrey Stepakoff (Chairman & President). 7 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Trilith Institute Inc
How much does Trilith Institute Inc give each year?
Trilith Institute Inc gave $475K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $270K across 1 grant.
How large is Trilith Institute Inc?
Trilith Institute Inc reported $3.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.4M.
What is Trilith Institute Inc?
Trilith Institute Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Fayetteville, GA. It holds $3.8M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Trilith Institute Inc operate?
Trilith Institute Inc has awarded grants in Georgia.
What is Trilith Institute Inc's EIN?
Trilith Institute Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 92-0820697. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 22, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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