James Starr Moore Memorial
The James Starr Moore Foundation is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of charitable causes, primarily focusing on health, community service, and education. Its mission reflects a commitment to enhancing health services, particularly for women's health and food security, as evidenced by significant grants to organizations like Planned Parenthood and local food banks. The foundation serves a diverse range of populations through its funding of general operations for various nonprofits, including healthcare providers, arts organizations, and educational institutions. While it primarily supports initiatives in Georgia, it also extends its reach to organizations in other states, demonstrating a broader commitment to social welfare and community support.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A registered 501(c)(3) with a track record in Georgia-area work (health, human services, food security, women's health, or community services) seeking general operating support and able to submit a concise grant request letter by the stated deadline.
Good Fit
- • Based in Georgia or providing significant services in Georgia.
- • Asks for general operating support rather than a narrowly restricted pilot.
- • Can supply a 501(c)(3) determination letter and a short grant request letter.
- • Has local credibility or existing relationships with Atlanta-area funders or partners.
Geography
Giving is concentrated in the foundation's home state: roughly 71% of dollars in the latest year went to Georgia, though recipients in 9 states were included in smaller amounts.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 46 distinct recipients across health, food security, arts, education and other causes, and the foundation has funded dozens of separate organizations each year over three years.
New Applicants
Direct application instructions and a submission address/phone are provided, and the observed history shows new recipients each year (13 new in 2023, 8 new in 2024), indicating unfamiliar applicants have been able to enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
