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← GEORGIA TRANSPLANT FOUNDATION INC

Form 990 for tax year 2025

Filed by GEORGIA TRANSPLANT FOUNDATION INC.

Totals

Total revenue
$3,371,471
Total expenses
$3,036,927
Contributions and grants received
$2,667,677
Grants paid
$2,117,331
Program service revenue
$6,869
Investment income
$727,046
Other revenue
-$30,121
Total assets, end of year
$12,139,003
Total liabilities, end of year
$130,989
Net assets or fund balances, end of year
$12,008,014
Program services expenses (Part IX)
$2,649,806
Management and general expenses
$232,144
Fundraising expenses
$154,977
Program service expenses (Part III)
$2,649,806

Program services were 87.3% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.

Line items

Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.

Revenue

Part VIII, the statement of revenue.

  • 1c · Fundraising events

    $107,576

  • 1f · All other contributions, gifts and grants

    $2,560,101

  • 2a · Program service revenue: Administrative fees

    total $6,869 · related or exempt $6,869

  • 3 · Investment income

    total $383,552 · excluded $383,552

  • 7a · Gross sales of assets other than inventory

    securities $8,989,792

  • 7b · Less cost or other basis and sales expenses

    securities $8,646,298

  • 7c · Gain or loss

    securities $343,494

  • 7d · Net gain or loss

    total $343,494 · excluded $343,494

  • 8a · Fundraising events: gross income

    $63,895

  • 8a · Fundraising events: contributions included on line 1c

    $107,576

  • 8b · Fundraising events: direct expenses

    $94,016

  • 8c · Net income from fundraising events

    total -$30,121 · excluded -$30,121

Functional expenses

Part IX, the statement of functional expenses.

  • 2 · Grants to domestic individuals

    total $2,117,331 · program services $2,117,331

  • 5 · Compensation of officers, directors and key employees

    total $187,199 · program services $128,155 · management and general $29,633 · fundraising $29,411

  • 7 · Other salaries and wages

    total $261,974 · program services $179,345 · management and general $41,470 · fundraising $41,159

  • 8 · Pension plan contributions

    total $11,742 · program services $8,038 · management and general $1,859 · fundraising $1,845

  • 9 · Other employee benefits

    total $15,344 · program services $10,504 · management and general $2,429 · fundraising $2,411

  • 10 · Payroll taxes

    total $33,674 · program services $22,898 · management and general $5,388 · fundraising $5,388

  • 11c · Fees: accounting

    total $72,920 · program services $33,440 · management and general $39,480

  • 11f · Fees: investment management

    total $47,660 · management and general $47,660

  • 11g · Fees: other

    total $41,431 · program services $21,246 · fundraising $20,185

  • 13 · Office expenses

    total $9,579 · program services $2,862 · management and general $3,242 · fundraising $3,475

  • 14 · Information technology

    total $10,665 · program services $6,357 · management and general $2,749 · fundraising $1,559

  • 16 · Occupancy

    total $15,741 · program services $3,935 · management and general $7,871 · fundraising $3,935

  • 17 · Travel

    total $28,161 · program services $22,896 · management and general $1,402 · fundraising $3,863

  • 19 · Conferences, conventions and meetings

    total $95,416 · program services $55,395 · management and general $21,237 · fundraising $18,784

  • 22 · Depreciation, depletion and amortization

    total $38,164 · program services $19,082 · management and general $7,633 · fundraising $11,449

  • 23 · Insurance

    total $10,586 · program services $2,647 · management and general $5,293 · fundraising $2,646

  • 24a · Other expenses: Bank charges

    total $17,704 · program services $4,426 · management and general $8,852 · fundraising $4,426

  • 24b · Other expenses: Postage & shipping

    total $8,821 · program services $6,079 · management and general $1,510 · fundraising $1,232

  • 24c · Other expenses: Equipment maintenance

    total $7,602 · program services $1,901 · management and general $3,801 · fundraising $1,900

  • 24d · Other expenses: Printing & reproduction

    total $5,213 · program services $3,269 · management and general $635 · fundraising $1,309

Balance sheet

Part X, book values.

  • 2 · Savings and temporary cash investments

    beginning of year $681,974 · end of year $872,985

  • 3 · Pledges and grants receivable

    beginning of year $13,558 · end of year $36,775

  • 9 · Prepaid expenses and deferred charges

    beginning of year $21,550 · end of year $63,005

  • 10a · Land, buildings and equipment: cost or other basis

    $793,184

  • 10b · Land, buildings and equipment: accumulated depreciation

    $341,181

  • 10c · Land, buildings and equipment, net

    beginning of year $408,856 · end of year $452,003

  • 11 · Investments: publicly traded securities

    beginning of year $10,603,936 · end of year $10,714,235

  • 17 · Accounts payable and accrued expenses

    beginning of year $96,663 · end of year $120,989

  • 19 · Deferred revenue

    beginning of year $1,308 · end of year $10,000

  • 27 · Net assets without donor restrictions

    beginning of year $3,235,547 · end of year $3,750,404

  • 28 · Net assets with donor restrictions

    beginning of year $8,396,356 · end of year $8,257,610

Mission and programs · 2025

Mission

Georgia Transplant Foundation (GTF) exists to bridge the financial, educational, and emotional gaps faced by organ transplant candidates, recipients, living donors, and their families throughout Georgia. In 2025, GTF continued to provide a comprehensive portfolio of programs and services designed to improve access to transplantation, support long-term recovery, and promote financial stability for those impacted by organ failure and transplantation.Throughout the year, GTF provided direct financial assistance, educational programming, mentoring and peer support services, and return-to-work readiness support through the JumpStart Program. The organization also expanded its outreach and educational footprint across Georgia through multiple Trends in Transplant (TNT) Conferences and community-based engagement initiatives designed to connect patients, caregivers, social workers, and medical professionals with critical transplant-related resources.

Activities or mission (Part I)

To bridge the gap between hope and opportunity by educating and enriching the lives of those affected by organ tranplant.

  • Financial Assistance Programs:Georgia Transplant Foundation's Financial Assistance Programs provide critical short-term support to transplant candidates, recipients, and living donors across Georgia by addressing financial burdens that often jeopardize access to care, treatment adherence, or post-transplant recovery. Through its Direct Financial Assistance Programs and Transplant Fundraising Program (TFP), GTF helped patients and families offset transplant-related expenses not covered by insurance or other sources.Assistance provided through these programs included support for immunosuppressant medications, insurance premiums, transportation, temporary lodging, dental assistance, transplant evaluations, and emergency financial needs directly impacting transplant stability and recovery. GTF also continued to provide guidance and matching support opportunities through the Transplant Fundraising Program to help eligible patients prepare for and sustain post-transplant care.Each request for assistance remained needs-based and required financial hardship verification, transplant center or social worker validation, and proof of Georgia residency. These programs served as a vital safety net for transplant patients and families experiencing medical and financial crises, helping reduce barriers to care while allowing patients to focus on recovery, stability, and long-term health outcomes.

    Expenses $2,625,806 · Grants $2,093,331 · Revenue $6,869

  • Program Development & Strategic Growth:In 2025, Georgia Transplant Foundation continued strengthening and refining its programs and operational infrastructure to better meet the evolving needs of Georgia's transplant community. The Organization streamlined several internal processes to improve efficiency, patient accessibility, and long-term sustainability while maintaining its commitment to compassionate, individualized support.GTF continued expanding awareness of its programs and services beyond metro Atlanta through targeted outreach to transplant centers, dialysis clinics, social workers, and healthcare providers across the state. Educational initiatives and outreach efforts also focused on increasing engagement within African American communities and underserved populations disproportionately impacted by chronic illness and organ failure.The Organization further strengthened its focus on financial self-sufficiency and long-term patient stability through continued development of the JumpStart Program, which assists transplant patients with return-to-work readiness, career support, and pathways toward greater financial independence following transplantation.In addition, GTF advanced several strategic initiatives during 2025, including technology modernization projects, enhanced data collection and reporting capabilities, and planning efforts designed to support future statewide growth and program expansion. These efforts aligned with GTF's mission of bridging the gap between hope and opportunity for Georgia's transplant community.

    Expenses $24,000 · Grants $24,000

  • Educational & Community Engagement Initiatives:During 2025, GTF continued hosting Trends in Transplant (TNT) Conferences and other educational initiatives designed to provide patients, caregivers, living donors, and healthcare professionals with access to transplant-related education, peer connection, and supportive resources. These conferences addressed a wide range of topics, including financial preparedness, post-transplant wellness, mental health, medication adherence, insurance navigation, and long-term quality of life. GTF also continued building strategic relationships with healthcare providers, community organizations, corporate partners, and transplant advocates throughout Georgia to increase awareness of available resources and strengthen support systems for transplant patients and families statewide.

As filed on the 2025 return. The filer continues this part on Schedule O, which is not shown here.

Listed in Part VII

  • Melanie Calkins

    President

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Jansen Bailey

    Treasurer

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Noah Benz

    Secretary

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Jennie Perryman

    Chair-Elect

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Lester Crowell

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Meghan Schaub

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Robert Paredes

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • John Albers

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Janet Barnett

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Linda Heiden

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Elbert Humphrey Jr

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Jennifer Kittinger

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Christina Klein

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Cristina A Kroeppler

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Rochelle Liverman

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Chad Y Mao

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Marshall Norseng

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Preeti Reshamwala

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Matt Smith

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Christina Wiggins

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Quincy Weatherspoon

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Rita Michaels

    Executive Director

    Total calculated
    $187,300
    From this org
    $135,320
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $51,980
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $133,320
    Bonus
    $2,000
    Other
    $0
    Deferred
    $8,259
    Nontaxable benefits
    $43,721
    Filer's total
    $187,300

Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those. A Schedule J breakdown is as filed: base pay, bonus, other, deferred compensation and nontaxable benefits from this organization, with any from related organizations beside each, and the filer's own total. It is shown with the Part VII listing of the same name on the same return. The form gives no key between the two, so that pairing is ours, and is marked matched by us.

Schedule J

Answered yes

  • 3 · Approval by the board or compensation committee

Answered no

  • 4a · Severance or change-of-control payment
  • 4b · Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan
  • 4c · Equity-based compensation arrangement
  • 5a · Pay contingent on this organization's revenues
  • 5b · Pay contingent on a related organization's revenues
  • 6a · Pay contingent on this organization's net earnings
  • 6b · Pay contingent on a related organization's net earnings
  • 7 · Other non-fixed payments
  • 8 · Paid under the initial-contract exception

Part I's answers as filed. A line not listed was left unanswered; on lines 1a and 3 that means the box was not checked.

Grants on this return

No itemized grants to organizations on this return.

Provenance

Return type
form_990
Tax year
2025
Filed
30 June 2026
IRS schema version
2025v4.2
Source object
202601949349301480

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