Epperson Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 20-5579678
Foundation Overview
Based in Gold Canyon, AZ, Epperson Family Foundation has awarded 95 grants totaling $1,143,600 to organizations in Indiana, Colorado and 6 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $2,000 to $25,000, with a median award of $10,000.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$1,143,600
Total Assets
$3,756,484
Median Grant (all grants)
$10,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
17
Median Grant
$12,000
% Median Grant Growth
+20%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
February 2026
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New Applicant Friendliness
Closed Network: 12%
2 of 17 recipients (12%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains tight relationships with established partners. New applicants rarely succeed without insider connections.
Geographic Focus
Georgia
Grants are geographically diversified with 27% in Georgia and funding distributed across 8 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within Georgia, funding concentrates in Atlanta (46%), Cumming (27%), Acworth (23%).
Funding Trajectory
+83%
Strong 83% growth in annual giving over 4 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Community Projects + 3 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (56%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Epperson Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sisters Of St Benedict | $15,000 | Ferdinand, IN, US | To Support The Organization In Its Mission Of Seeking God Through The Benedictine Tradition Of Community Life, Prayer, Hospitality, And Se E To Others. | 2024 |
| St Clare Of Assisi Catholic Church | $15,000 | Acworth, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Grow Together In Relationship With The Lord. | 2024 |
| First Descents | $10,000 | Denver, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Life-changing Outdoor Adventures For Young Adults Impacted By Cancer. | 2024 |
| Dominican Sisters Of Mary | $20,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | To Support The Organization's Sisters To Live Out Their Consecrated Lives And Be Witnesses To The World Of Hope That Comes From Christ. | 2024 |
| Life Teen Inc | $20,000 | Chesterfield, MO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Lead Teenagers And Their Families Into A Deeper Relationship With Jesus Christ. | 2024 |
| Next Generation Focus | $25,000 | Cumming, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip The Next Generation Leaders By Providing Educational, Relational, And Financial Resources. | 2024 |
| 1st Way Pregnancy Center | $18,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Free Resources Which Support Life Affirming Choices, Accomplished Through Peer Counseling, Education, And Practical Services. | 2024 |
| Vail Veterans Program | $10,000 | Vail, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Military Injured And Their Families With Innovative And Transformational Programs That Build Confidence And Improve Lives. | 2024 |
| Save The Family | $10,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip Families To Address Poverty, Overcome Homelessness, And Achieve Self-sufficiency. | 2024 |
| St Joseph The Worker | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Support Homeless And Low-income Individuals With Employment. | 2024 |
| The Cycle Effect | $10,000 | Eagle, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Empowering Young Women Through Mountain Biking To Create Brighter Futures And Build Stronger Communities. | 2024 |
| Lady Of Perpetual Help | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Caring For Those That Are Suffering From Incurable Cancer That Cannot Afford Care Somewhere Else. | 2024 |
| Music Education Group | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Teaching Students Life Skills And Career Development Through Music, Film, And Digital Media. | 2024 |
| Mustard Seed Communities | $12,000 | Medfield, MA, US | General Funding To Support The Organization's Mission Of Providing Support To Children And Adults With Disabilities. | 2024 |
| Little Flower Catholic Missions | $15,000 | Saint Cloud, MN, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Providing Food And Shelter For People With Mental And Physical Disabilities. | 2024 |
| Aid To Women Center | $10,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Offer Resources And Compassionate Care For Those Facing Planned Or Unplanned Pregnancies. | 2024 |
| Choices Pregnancy Center | $5,000 | Glendale, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Providing A No Pressure, No Judgement Environment Where A Woman Can Safely Consider Her Options. | 2024 |
| Sisters Of St Benedict | $15,000 | Ferdinand, IN, US | To Support The Organization In Its Mission Of Seeking God Through The Benedictine Tradition Of Community Life, Prayer, Hospitality, And Service To Others. | 2023 |
| St Clare Of Assisi Catholic Church | $10,000 | Acworth, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Grow Together In Relationship With The Lord. | 2023 |
| First Descents | $10,000 | Denver, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Life-changing Outdoor Adventures For Young Adults Impacted By Cancer. | 2023 |
| Dominican Sisters Of Mary | $20,600 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | To Support The Organization's Sisters To Live Out Their Consecrated Lives And Be Witnesses To The World Of Hope That Comes From Christ. | 2023 |
| Life Teen Inc | $10,000 | Chesterfield, MO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Lead Teenagers And Their Families Into A Deeper Relationship With Jesus Christ. | 2023 |
| Next Generation Focus | $20,000 | Cumming, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip The Next Generation Leaders By Providing Educational, Relational, And Financial Resources. | 2023 |
| 1st Way Pregnancy Center | $18,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Free Resources Which Support Life Affirming Choices, Accomplished Through Peer Counseling, Education, And Practical Services. | 2023 |
| Vail Veterans Program | $10,000 | Vail, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Military Injured And Their Families With Innovative And Transformational Programs That Build Confidence And Improve Lives. | 2023 |
| Save The Family | $10,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip Families To Address Poverty, Overcome Homelessness, And Achieve Self-sufficiency. | 2023 |
| St Joseph The Worker | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Support Homeless And Low-income Individuals With Employment. | 2023 |
| The Cycle Effect | $10,000 | Eagle, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Empowering Young Women Through Mountain Biking To Create Brighter Futures And Build Stronger Communities. | 2023 |
| Lady Of Perpetual Help | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Caring For Those That Are Suffering From Incurable Cancer That Cannot Afford Care Somewhere Else. | 2023 |
| Music Education Group | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Teaching Students Life Skills And Career Development Through Music, Film, And Digital Media. | 2023 |
| Mustard Seed Communities | $7,000 | Medfield, MA, US | General Funding To Support The Organization's Mission Of Providing Support To Children And Adults With Disabilities. | 2023 |
| Little Flower Catholic Missions | $5,000 | Saint Cloud, MN, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Providing Food And Shelter For People With Mental And Physical Disabilities. | 2023 |
| Sisters Of St Benedict | $15,000 | Ferdinand, IN, US | To Support The Organization In Its Mission Of Seeking God Through The Benedictine Tradition Of Community Life, Prayer, Hospitality, And Service To Others. | 2022 |
| St Clare Of Assisi Catholic Church | $5,000 | Acworth, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Grow Together In Relationship With The Lord. | 2022 |
| First Descents | $10,000 | Denver, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Life-changing Outdoor Adventures For Young Adults Impacted By Cancer. | 2022 |
| Dominican Sisters Of Mary | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | To Support The Organization's Sisters To Live Out Their Consecrated Lives And Be Witnesses To The World Of Hope That Comes From Christ. | 2022 |
| Life Teen Inc | $10,000 | Chesterfield, MO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Lead Teenagers And Their Families Into A Deeper Relationship With Jesus Christ. | 2022 |
| Next Generation Focus | $20,000 | Cumming, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip The Next Generation Leaders By Providing Educational, Relational, And Financial Resources. | 2022 |
| 1st Way Pregnancy Center | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Free Resources Which Support Life Affirming Choices, Accomplished Through Peer Counseling, Education, And Practical Services. | 2022 |
| Vail Veterans Program | $10,000 | Vail, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Military Injured And Their Families With Innovative And Transformational Programs That Build Confidence And Improve Lives. | 2022 |
| Save The Family | $10,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip Families To Address Poverty, Overcome Homelessness, And Achieve Self-sufficiency. | 2022 |
| St Joseph The Worker | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Support Homeless And Low-income Individuals With Employment. | 2022 |
| The Cycle Effect | $16,000 | Eagle, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Empowering Young Women Through Mountain Biking To Create Brighter Futures And Build Stronger Communities. | 2022 |
| Lady Of Perpetual Help | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Caring For Those That Are Suffering From Incurable Cancer That Cannot Afford Care Somewhere Else. | 2022 |
| Music Education Group | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Teaching Students Life Skills And Career Development Through Music, Film, And Digital Media. | 2022 |
| Sisters Of St Benedict | $15,000 | Ferdinand, IN, US | To Support The Organization In Its Mission Of Seeking God Through The Benedictine Tradition Of Community Life, Prayer, Hospitality, And Service To Others. | 2022 |
| St Clare Of Assisi Catholic Church | $5,000 | Acworth, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Grow Together In Relationship With The Lord. | 2022 |
| First Descents | $10,000 | Denver, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Life-changing Outdoor Adventures For Young Adults Impacted By Cancer. | 2022 |
| Dominican Sisters Of Mary | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | To Support The Organization's Sisters To Live Out Their Consecrated Lives And Be Witnesses To The World Of Hope That Comes From Christ. | 2022 |
| Life Teen Inc | $10,000 | Chesterfield, MO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Lead Teenagers And Their Families Into A Deeper Relationship With Jesus Christ. | 2022 |
| Next Generation Focus | $20,000 | Cumming, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip The Next Generation Leaders By Providing Educational, Relational, And Financial Resources. | 2022 |
| 1st Way Pregnancy Center | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Free Resources Which Support Life Affirming Choices, Accomplished Through Peer Counseling, Education, And Practical Services. | 2022 |
| Vail Veterans Program | $10,000 | Vail, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Military Injured And Their Families With Innovative And Transformational Programs That Build Confidence And Improve Lives. | 2022 |
| Save The Family | $10,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip Families To Address Poverty, Overcome Homelessness, And Achieve Self-sufficiency. | 2022 |
| St Joseph The Worker | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Support Homeless And Low-income Individuals With Employment. | 2022 |
| The Cycle Effect | $16,000 | Eagle, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Empowering Young Women Through Mountain Biking To Create Brighter Futures And Build Stronger Communities. | 2022 |
| Lady Of Perpetual Help | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Caring For Those That Are Suffering From Incurable Cancer That Cannot Afford Care Somewhere Else. | 2022 |
| Music Education Group | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Teaching Students Life Skills And Career Development Through Music, Film, And Digital Media. | 2022 |
| Sisters Of St Benedict | $15,000 | Ferdinand, IN, US | To Support The Organization In Its Mission Of Seeking God Through The Benedictine Tradition Of Community Life, Prayer, Hospitality, And Service To Others. | 2022 |
| St Clare Of Assisi Catholic Church | $5,000 | Acworth, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Grow Together In Relationship With The Lord. | 2022 |
| First Descents | $10,000 | Denver, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Life-changing Outdoor Adventures For Young Adults Impacted By Cancer. | 2022 |
| Dominican Sisters Of Mary | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | To Support The Organization's Sisters To Live Out Their Consecrated Lives And Be Witnesses To The World Of Hope That Comes From Christ. | 2022 |
| Life Teen Inc | $10,000 | Chesterfield, MO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Lead Teenagers And Their Families Into A Deeper Relationship With Jesus Christ. | 2022 |
| Next Generation Focus | $20,000 | Cumming, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip The Next Generation Leaders By Providing Educational, Relational, And Financial Resources. | 2022 |
| 1st Way Pregnancy Center | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Free Resources Which Support Life Affirming Choices, Accomplished Through Peer Counseling, Education, And Practical Services. | 2022 |
| Vail Veterans Program | $10,000 | Vail, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Military Injured And Their Families With Innovative And Transformational Programs That Build Confidence And Improve Lives. | 2022 |
| Save The Family | $10,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip Families To Address Poverty, Overcome Homelessness, And Achieve Self-sufficiency. | 2022 |
| St Joseph The Worker | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Support Homeless And Low-income Individuals With Employment. | 2022 |
| The Cycle Effect | $16,000 | Eagle, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Empowering Young Women Through Mountain Biking To Create Brighter Futures And Build Stronger Communities. | 2022 |
| Lady Of Perpetual Help | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Caring For Those That Are Suffering From Incurable Cancer That Cannot Afford Care Somewhere Else. | 2022 |
| Music Education Group | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Teaching Students Life Skills And Career Development Through Music, Film, And Digital Media. | 2022 |
| Sisters Of St Benedict | $15,000 | Ferdinand, IN, US | To Support The Organization In Its Mission Of Seeking God Through The Benedictine Tradition Of Community Life, Prayer, Hospitality, And Service To Others. | 2021 |
| First Descents | $10,000 | Denver, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Life-changing Outdoor Adventures For Young Adults Impacted By Cancer. | 2021 |
| Dominican Sisters Of Mary | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | To Support The Organization's Sisters To Live Out Their Consecrated Lives And Be Witnesses To The World Of Hope That Comes From Christ. | 2021 |
| Life Teen Inc | $10,000 | Chesterfield, MO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Lead Teenagers And Their Families Into A Deeper Relationship With Jesus Christ. | 2021 |
| Next Generation Focus | $20,000 | Cumming, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip The Next Generation Leaders By Providing Educational, Relational, And Financial Resources. | 2021 |
| 1st Way Pregnancy Center | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Free Resources Which Support Life Affirming Choices, Accomplished Through Peer Counseling, Education, And Practical Services. | 2021 |
| Vail Veterans Program | $10,000 | Vail, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Military Injured And Their Families With Innovative And Transformational Programs That Build Confidence And Improve Lives. | 2021 |
| Save The Family | $10,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip Families To Address Poverty, Overcome Homelessness, And Achieve Self-sufficiency. | 2021 |
| St Joseph The Worker | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Support Homeless And Low-income Individuals With Employment. | 2021 |
| The Cycle Effect | $20,000 | Eagle, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Empowering Young Women Through Mountain Biking To Create Brighter Futures And Build Stronger Communities. | 2021 |
| Lady Of Perpetual Help | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Caring For Those That Are Suffering From Incurable Cancer That Cannot Afford Care Somewhere Else. | 2021 |
| Music Education Group | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Teaching Students Life Skills And Career Development Through Music, Film, And Digital Media. | 2021 |
| Special Olympics Ga | $2,000 | Norcross, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Providing Athletic Competition For Children And Adults With Intellectual Disabilities. | 2021 |
| Sisters Of St Benedict | $13,000 | Ferdinand, IN, US | To Support The Organization In Its Mission Of Seeking God Through The Benedictine Tradition Of Community Life, Prayer, Hospitality, And Service To Others. | 2020 |
| St Clare Of Assisi Catholic Church | $10,000 | Acworth, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Grow Together In Relationship With The Lord. | 2020 |
| First Descents | $5,000 | Denver, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Life-changing Outdoor Adventures For Young Adults Impacted By Cancer. | 2020 |
| Dominican Sisters Of Mary | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | To Support The Organization's Sisters To Live Out Their Consecrated Lives And Be Witnesses To The World Of Hope That Comes From Christ. | 2020 |
| Life Teen Inc | $5,000 | Chesterfield, MO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Lead Teenagers And Their Families Into A Deeper Relationship With Jesus Christ. | 2020 |
| Next Generation Focus | $20,000 | Cumming, GA, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip The Next Generation Leaders By Providing Educational, Relational, And Financial Resources. | 2020 |
| 1st Way Pregnancy Center | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Free Resources Which Support Life Affirming Choices, Accomplished Through Peer Counseling, Education, And Practical Services. | 2020 |
| Vail Veterans Program | $10,000 | Vail, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Provide Military Injured And Their Families With Innovative And Transformational Programs That Build Confidence And Improve Lives. | 2020 |
| Save The Family | $10,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Equip Families To Address Poverty, Overcome Homelessness, And Achieve Self-sufficiency. | 2020 |
| St Joseph The Worker | $15,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Support The Organization's Mission To Support Homeless And Low-income Individuals With Employment. | 2020 |
| The Cycle Effect | $5,000 | Eagle, CO, US | To Support The Organization's Mission Of Empowering Young Women Through Mountain Biking To Create Brighter Futures And Build Stronger Communities. | 2020 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 20-5579678 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | PO BOX 4222 Edwards, CO 81632-0000 |
Key People (1)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Epperson Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Ceo | Stanley R Epperson |
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Forms 990-PF
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Data Currency: Last updated
February 2026
based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.