The Vann Fund for Thomas County
Forecasted
The Vann Fund for Thomas County supports nonprofits’ programs, operations, and capacity building to improve quality of life in Thomas County, Georgia, and strengthen long-term sustainability.
Funder: Community Foundation of South Georgia
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000–$2,000 per grant; $10,000 total available in 2026
Summary: Supports nonprofit programs, ongoing operations, and capacity building that improve quality of life in Thomas County, Georgia.
Key Information: Applicants must have their primary office and/or services in Thomas County, Georgia.
Description
The Hosea Hall and Lilly Eason Vann Fund for Thomas County, administered by the Community Foundation of South Georgia, supports nonprofit work that improves quality of life in Thomas County. The fund considers ongoing projects and programs, along with capacity-building opportunities that strengthen nonprofits’ future sustainability. Supported work includes ongoing administrative and infrastructure costs and maintaining existing, effective programs.
Relatives established the fund in 2019 to extend the Vanns’ commitment to their community, building on a fund Lilly Vann established near her death in 1998. Funding priorities emphasize well-planned responses to community needs, committed leadership, demonstrated support, and the skills needed to carry out the proposed work.
