Form990-PF
Click to see attachment

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Nonexempt Charitable Trust
Treated as a Private Foundation
Note. The foundation may be able to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-0052
2012
Open to Public Inspection
For calendar year 2012, or tax year beginning 01-01-2012 , and ending 12-31-2012
Name of foundation
THE KNOX FOUNDATION
 

Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address)3133 WASHINGTON ROAD NW   Room/suite
City or town, state, and ZIP code
THOMSON, GA30824
A Employer identification number

58-6163728
B Telephone number (see instructions)

(706) 595-1907
C bullet
G Check all that apply:

D 1. bullet
2. bullet
H Check type of organization:
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)bullet$64,880,599
J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
E bullet
F bullet
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books
(b) Net investment
income
(c) Adjusted net
income
(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule) 337,292
2 Check bullet
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments      
4 Dividends and interest from securities...... 1,360,409 1,360,409 1,360,409
5a Gross rents.............. 274,986 274,986 274,986
b Net rental income or (loss) 133,871
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10 1,061,480
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a 10,313,331
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 1,061,480
8 Net short-term capital gain......... 101,741
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule)....... 13,225    
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 3,047,392 2,696,875 1,737,136
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc. 120,000 60,000   60,000
14 Other employee salaries and wages...... 96,000 48,000   48,000
15 Pension plans, employee benefits....... 83,481 41,740   41,741
16a Legal fees (attach schedule)......... 2,674 1,337   1,337
b Accounting fees (attach schedule)....... 7,900 3,950   3,950
c Other professional fees (attach schedule).... 160,653 155,153   5,500
17 Interest............... 9 9    
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see instructions) 19,605 11,650   7,955
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion... 79,031 79,031  
20 Occupancy..............        
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings.......        
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... 147,914 144,653   3,260
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 717,267 545,523   171,743
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid........ 2,719,387 2,719,387
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 3,436,654 545,523   2,891,130
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements -389,262
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 2,151,352
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)... 1,737,136
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2012)
Form 990-PF (2012)
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Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.)
Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing...............      
2 Savings and temporary cash investments.......... 637,707 1,205,023 1,205,023
3 Accounts receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
4 Pledges receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see page 15 of the
instructions)....................      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule) bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
8 Inventories for sale or use...............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges...........      
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule)........ 50,111,099 58,309,746 53,775,659
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule)........ 5,716,372   4,067,963
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet5,119,699
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet1,352,454 3,767,037 Click to see attachment3,767,245 5,119,699
12 Investments—mortgage loans..............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule)...........     436,202
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
15 Other assets (describe bullet) Click to see attachment203,920 Click to see attachment276,053 Click to see attachment276,053
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 60,436,135 63,558,067 64,880,599
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses..........    
18 Grants payable...................    
19 Deferred revenue..................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe bullet) Click to see attachment23,674 Click to see attachment200
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22).......... 23,674 200
Net Assets or Fund Balances bullet
and complete lines 24 through 26 and lines 30 and 31.
24 Unrestricted.................... 60,412,461 63,557,867
25 Temporarily restricted................    
26 Permanently restricted................    
bullet
and complete lines 27 through 31.
27 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds.........    
28 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund    
29 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds    
30 Total net assets or fund balances (see page 17 of the
instructions).................... 60,412,461 63,557,867
31 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see page 17 of
the instructions).................. 60,436,135 63,558,067
Part III Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1 Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 30 (must agree
with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return)............... 1 60,412,461
2 Enter amount from Part I, line 27a..................... 2 -389,262
3 Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) bulletClick to see attachment 3 3,534,710
4 Add lines 1, 2, and 3.......................... 4 63,557,909
5 Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize) bulletClick to see attachment 5 42
6 Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, column (b), line 30. 6 63,557,867
Form 990-PF (2012)
Form 990-PF (2012)
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.)
(b) How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation
(c) Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.)
(d) Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1 a Lot 16 Belle Meade P 2010-01-01 2012-09-05
b 3213 TE CONNECTIVITY LTD P 2010-02-04 2012-08-13
c 3704 PACKAGING CORP OF AMERICA P 2010-02-04 2012-04-27
d 4043 INTEL CORP P 2010-02-04 2012-12-17
e 3000 ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND P 2011-03-22 2012-04-30
.667 KRAFT FOODS GROUP P 2012-04-30 2012-10-02
8000 WOLVERINE WORLD WIDE P 2005-12-23 2012-04-30
4900 TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INDS P 2010-02-01 2012-12-17
4350 PEPSICO INC. P 2007-02-26 2012-12-17
700 ELI LILLY AND CO P 2010-02-03 2012-01-05
1600 IBM P 2005-10-14 2012-01-11
11600 INTEL CORP P 2010-09-10 2012-07-10
1400 INTEL CORP P 2009-10-23 2012-01-05
5000 ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC. P 2010-01-29 2012-04-02
200 GENUINE PARTS CO P 2007-12-10 2012-01-05
300 EXXON MOBIL CORP P 2000-07-03 2012-01-05
5100 CULLEN FROST BANKERS P 2009-05-01 2012-03-22
11700 BROWN & BROWN INC. P 2010-09-10 2012-07-19
2800 BAKER HUGHES INC. P 2010-03-16 2012-09-21
2700 TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INDS P 2011-01-05 2012-12-17
6600 CARDINAL HEALTH INC. P 2011-08-16 2012-09-11
700 PARTNER RELIMITED P 2011-09-30 2012-01-05
600 OMNICOM GROUP INC. P 2011-06-06 2012-01-05
300 MERCK & COMPANY INC./ P 2011-01-05 2012-01-05
1800 BROWN & BROWN INC. P 2011-09-30 2012-07-19
1500 BROWN & BROWN INC. P 2011-09-30 2012-01-05
7100 SUNTRUST CAPITAL IX P 2008-06-25 2012-07-11
7300 REGIONS RINANCING TR III P 2008-09-18 2012-12-03
5000 REGIONS FINANCING TR III P 2008-09-18 2012-10-25
2500 BB&t CAP TR V P 2008-10-09 2012-07-18
2000 J P MORGAN ALERIAN MLP P 2011-05-05 2012-01-03
4000 FERRELLGAS PARTNERS P 2012-01-11 2012-08-13
1600 ENERGY TRANSFER EQUITY P 2012-05-08 2012-09-17
2000 WILLIS GROUP HOLDINGS P 2012-02-17 2012-04-26
1900 HERBALIFE LTD P 2012-05-01 2012-09-18
1100 TUPPERWARE CORP P 2011-07-29 2012-02-10
800 STANLEY BLACK & DECKER P 2012-06-18 2012-07-24
800 STANLEY BLACK & DECKER P 2012-06-26 2012-03-29
800 QUALCOMM P 2012-04-26 2012-08-21
1000 QUALCOMM P 2011-05-18 2012-04-04
2000 PLUM CREEK TIMBER CO P 2011-11-15 2012-01-23
2500 J C PENNEY CO P 2012-04-02 2012-09-18
5000 MYLAN LABS INC. P 2011-08-04 2012-01-20
1000 HESS CORPORATION P 2012-04-23 2012-08-10
2000 HALLIBURTON CO P 2011-12-21 2012-07-31
100 GOOGLE INC. P 2012-02-13 2012-07-24
1600 GLOBAL PAYMENTS INC. P 2012-04-02 2012-09-18
100 GENERAL ELECTRIC P 2011-08-08 2012-03-13
7400 GENERAL ELECTRIC P 2011-08-05 2012-02-22
1000 FRANKLIN RESOURCES INC. P 2012-01-20 2012-01-25
1250 FLUOR CORP P 2012-06-05 2012-07-23
1600 DEERE & CO P 2012-03-13 2012-05-14
800 DEERE & CO P 2011-08-03 2012-01-18
800 CHEVRON CORP P 2011-09-28 2012-02-07
1000 BECTON DICKINSON P 2012-04-26 2012-07-31
300 AUTOZONE INC P 2011-06-03 2012-03-05
151521.965 PIMCO LOW DURATION FUND A P 2009-08-25 2012-10-26
14354.067 PIMCO LOW DURATION FUND A P 2009-08-25 2012-04-18
90124.389 HENDERSON INTL OPPORTUNITIES P 2006-10-31 2012-09-20
551.153 HENDERSON INTL OPPORTUNITIES P 2011-12-29 2012-09-20
(e) Gross sales price (f) Depreciation allowed
(or allowable)
(g) Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale
(h) Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a 20,000   11,220 8,780
b 112,765   80,099 32,666
c 109,450   78,609 30,841
d 82,961   76,814 6,147
e 92,218   108,174 -15,956
30   28 2
330,067   180,123 149,944
187,108   272,807 -85,699
304,960   281,054 23,906
27,993   24,700 3,293
291,332   131,509 159,823
334,531   256,657 77,874
35,443   28,351 7,092
286,253   220,637 65,616
12,344   9,870 2,474
25,662   12,435 13,227
297,448   248,778 48,670
304,585   234,408 70,177
131,548   132,542 -994
103,100   116,732 -13,632
251,718   273,097 -21,379
44,345   37,320 7,025
26,471   27,666 -1,195
11,595   10,970 625
46,859   32,547 14,312
33,338   27,123 6,215
177,500   146,908 30,592
182,500   112,768 69,732
126,991   77,892 49,099
62,500   49,756 12,744
77,992   73,858 4,134
83,034   72,476 10,558
72,120   60,954 11,166
72,775   68,306 4,469
195,744   182,239 13,505
68,096   68,646 -550
51,289   50,548 741
61,890   62,830 -940
49,417   50,925 -1,508
66,783   56,455 10,328
79,032   80,212 -1,180
71,017   87,542 -16,525
99,492   100,306 -814
49,336   54,377 -5,041
66,013   66,866 -853
60,801   61,288 -487
69,296   73,866 -4,570
1,784   1,585 199
132,452   122,002 10,450
103,232   103,106 126
58,948   59,356 -408
123,351   126,820 -3,469
68,865   61,398 7,467
85,456   75,678 9,778
76,082   77,185 -1,103
113,689   85,965 27,724
1,612,194   1,531,887 80,307
150,000   145,120 4,880
1,839,439   2,278,772 -439,333
11,249   9,689 1,560
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l) Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i) F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 (j) Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69
(k) Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a       8,780
b       32,666
c       30,841
d       6,147
e       -15,956
      2
      149,944
      -85,699
      23,906
      3,293
      159,823
      77,874
      7,092
      65,616
      2,474
      13,227
      48,670
      70,177
      -994
      -13,632
      -21,379
      7,025
      -1,195
      625
      14,312
      6,215
      30,592
      69,732
      49,099
      12,744
      4,134
      10,558
      11,166
      4,469
      13,505
      -550
      741
      -940
      -1,508
      10,328
      -1,180
      -16,525
      -814
      -5,041
      -853
      -487
      -4,570
      199
      10,450
      126
      -408
      -3,469
      7,467
      9,778
      -1,103
      27,724
      80,307
      4,880
      -439,333
      1,560
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7
Bracket 2 1,061,480
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see instructions). If (loss), enter -0-
in Part I, line 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bracket 3 101,741
Part V
Qualification Under Section 4940(e) for Reduced Tax on Net Investment Income
(For optional use by domestic private foundations subject to the section 4940(a) tax on net investment income.)

If section 4940(d)(2) applies, leave this part blank.
Was the foundation liable for the section 4942 tax on the distributable amount of any year in the base period?
If “Yes,” the foundation does not qualify under section 4940(e). Do not complete this part.
1 Enter the appropriate amount in each column for each year; see page 18 of the instructions before making any entries.
(a)
Base period years Calendar
year (or tax year beginning in)
(b)
Adjusted qualifying distributions
(c)
Net value of noncharitable-use assets
(d)
Distribution ratio
(col. (b) divided by col. (c))
2011 2,727,299 59,134,668 0.04612
2010 2,164,796 53,977,125 0.04011
2009 2,955,178 47,045,570 0.06282
2008 3,575,775 56,381,209 0.06342
2007 3,464,017 72,690,570 0.04765
2 Total of line 1, column (d) ...................... 2 0.26012
3 Average distribution ratio for the 5-year base period—divide the total on line 2 by 5, or by
the number of years the foundation has been in existence if less than 5 years
. . .
3 0.05202
4 Enter the net value of noncharitable-use assets for 2012 from Part X, line 5..... 4 62,209,683
5 Multiply line 4 by line 3....................... 5 3,236,334
6 Enter 1% of net investment income (1% of Part I, line 27b)........... 6 21,514
7 Add lines 5 and 6......................... 7 3,257,848
8 Enter qualifying distributions from Part XII, line 4.............. 8 2,891,130
If line 8 is equal to or greater than line 7, check the box in Part VI, line 1b, and complete that part using a 1% tax rate. See
the Part VI instructions.
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Part VI
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see page 18 of the instructions)
1a Bulletand enter “N/A” on line 1. Bracket
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions)
b 1 43,027
hereBulletand enter 1% of Part I, line 27b...................
c All other domestic foundations enter 2% of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2  
3 Add lines 1 and 2............................ 3 43,027
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-). 4  
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 43,027
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2012 estimated tax payments and 2011 overpayment credited to 2012 6a 39,331
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source....... 6b
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868) 6c 10,000
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld ........... 6d  
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 49,331
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. if Form 2220 is attached. Click to see attachment 8 37
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed.......Bullet 9  
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid...Bullet 10 6,267
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2013 estimated taxBullet6,267 Refunded Bullet 11  
Part VII-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? ....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes (see page 19 of
the instructions for definition)?............................
1b
 
No
If the answer is “Yes” to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. bullet$   (2) On foundation managers.bullet$  
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.bullet$  
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If “Yes,” attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If “Yes,” attach a conformed copy of the changes....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?........
4a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
No
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If “Yes,” attach the statement required by General Instruction T.
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
  • By language in the governing instrument, or
  • By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
  • that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument?................
    6
    Yes
     
    7
    Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If “Yes,” complete Part II, col. (c), and Part XV.
    7
    Yes
     
    8a
    Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see instructions)
    bulletGA
    b
    If the answer is “Yes” to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
    General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If “No,” attach explanation .
    8b
    Yes
     
    9
    Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
    or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2012 or the taxable year beginning in 2012 (see instructions for Part XIV)?
    If “Yes,” complete Part XIV.............................
    9
     
    No
    10
    Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If “Yes,” attach a schedule listing their names and addresses.
    10
     
    No
    11
    At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
    meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. (see instructions) .............
    11
     
    No
    12
    Did the foundation make a distribution to a donor advised fund over which the foundation or a disqualified person had
    advisory privileges? If "Yes," attach statement (see instructions).................
    12
     
    No
    13
    Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
    13
    Yes
     
    Website addressbulletN/A
    14
    The books are in care ofbulletJEFFERSON KNOX Telephone no.bullet (706) 595-1907
    Located atbullet3133 Washington Rd N WTHOMSONGA ZIP+4bullet30824
    15
    Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041.........bullet
    and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ......bullet
    15  
    16
    At any time during calendar year 2012, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over
    a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country? .................
    16
     
    No
    See instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1. If "Yes", enter the name of the foreign country bullet  
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    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
    File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the “Yes” column, unless an exception applies.
    Yes
    No
    1a
    During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
    (1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person?
    (2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
    a disqualified person?.........................
    (3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person?
    (4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person?
    (5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
    for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)?.................
    (6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check “No”
    if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
    after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.).........
    b
    If any answer is “Yes” to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
    section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see page 20 of the instructions)?...
    1b
     
    No
    .........bullet
    c
    Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
    that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2012?.............
    1c
     
    No
    2
    Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
    operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
    a
    At the end of tax year 2012, did the foundation have any undistributed income (lines 6d
    and 6e, Part XIII) for tax year(s) beginning before 2012?...............
    If “Yes,” list the years bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    b
    Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
    (relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
    to all years listed, answer “No” and attach statement—see instructions.) ..............
    2b
     
    No
    c
    If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
    bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    3a
    Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business enterprise at
    any time during the year?.........................
    b
    If “Yes,” did it have excess business holdings in 2012 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
    or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
    by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
    the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
    if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2012.)....................
    3b
     
    No
    4a
    Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
    4a
     
    No
    b
    Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
    charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2012?
    4b
     
    No
    5a
    During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
    (1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))?
    (2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
    on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive?...............
    (3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes?
    (4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
    in section 509(a)(1), (2), or (3), or section 4940(d)(2)? (see instructions)........
    (5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
    educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals?........
    b
    If any answer is “Yes” to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
    Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see instructions)? ......
    5b
     
    No
    .........bullet
    c
    If the answer is “Yes” to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
    tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant?............
    If “Yes,” attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d).
    6a
    Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on
    a personal benefit contract?........................
    b
    Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?....
    6b
     
    No
    If “Yes” to 6b, file Form 8870.
    7a
    At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
    b
    If yes, did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? ....
    7b
     
    No
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Page 6
    Part VIII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors
    1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation (see instructions).
    (a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position
    (c) Compensation
    (If not paid, enter
    -0-)
    (d) Contributions to
    employee benefit plans
    and deferred compensation
    (e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    JEFFERSON B A KNOX DIRECTOR
    40.00
    120,000 30,000  
    P O BOX 26
    THOMSON,GA30824
    2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see instructions). If none, enter “NONE.”
    (a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position
    (c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
    employee benefit
    plans and deferred
    compensation
    (e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    JUDY WHIDDON ADMINISTRATIVE
    40.00
    96,000    
    PO BOX 26
    THOMSON,GA30824
    Total number of other employees paid over $50,000...................bullet  
    3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
    (a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
    NONE
    Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............bullet  
    Part IX-A
    Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
    List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
    1
     
    2  
    3  
    4  
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Page 7
    Part IX-B
    Summary of Program-Related Investments (see instructions)
    Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
    1  
    2  
    All other program-related investments. See page 24 of the instructions.
    3  
    Total. Add lines 1 through 3..........................bullet  
    Part X
    Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations,
    see instructions.)
    1
    Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes:
    a
    Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
    1a
    56,835,547
    b
    Average of monthly cash balances.......................
    1b
    921,366
    c
    Fair market value of all other assets (see instructions)................
    1c
    5,400,126
    d
    Total (add lines 1a, b, and c).........................
    1d
    63,157,039
    e
    Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
    1c (attach detailed explanation) .............
    1e
    0
    2
    Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
    2
     
    3
    Subtract line 2 from line 1d.........................
    3
    63,157,039
    4
    Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1 1⁄2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see
    instructions) .............................
    4
    947,356
    5
    Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. Enter here and on Part V, line 4
    5
    62,209,683
    6
    Minimum investment return. Enter 5% of line 5..................
    6
    3,110,484
    Part XI
    Distributable Amount bullet and do not complete this part.)
    1
    Minimum investment return from Part X, line 6....................
    1
    3,110,484
    2a
    Tax on investment income for 2012 from Part VI, line 5......
    2a
    43,027
    b
    Income tax for 2012. (This does not include the tax from Part VI.)...
    2b
     
    c
    Add lines 2a and 2b............................
    2c
    43,027
    3
    Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
    3
    3,067,457
    4
    Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
    4
     
    5
    Add lines 3 and 4............................
    5
    3,067,457
    6
    Deduction from distributable amount (see instructions).................
    6
     
    7
    Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XIII,
    line 1................................
    7
    3,067,457
    Part XII
    Qualifying Distributions (see instructions)
    1
    Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
    a
    Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, column (d), line 26 ..........
    1a
    2,891,130
    b
    Program-related investments—total from Part IX-B..................
    1b
     
    2
    Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes...............................
    2
     
    3
    Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
    a
    Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
    3a
     
    b
    Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
    3b
     
    4
    Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part V, line 8, and Part XIII, line 4
    4
    2,891,130
    5
    Foundations that qualify under section 4940(e) for the reduced rate of tax on net investment
    income. Enter 1% of Part I, line 27b (see instructions).................
    5
     
    6
    Adjusted qualifying distributions. Subtract line 5 from line 4..............
    6
    2,891,130
    Note: The amount on line 6 will be used in Part V, column (b), in subsequent years when calculating whether the foundation qualifies for
    the section 4940(e) reduction of tax in those years.
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Page 8
    Part XIII
    Undistributed Income (see instructions)
    (a)
    Corpus
    (b)
    Years prior to 2011
    (c)
    2011
    (d)
    2012
    1 Distributable amount for 2012 from Part XI, line 7 3,067,457
    2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2012:
    a Enter amount for 2011 only....... 2,679,816
    b Total for prior years:20, 20, 20  
    3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2012:
    a From 2007.......  
    b From 2008.......  
    c From 2009.......  
    d From 2010.......  
    e From 2011.......  
    fTotal of lines 3a through e.........  
    4Qualifying distributions for 2012 from Part
    XII, line 4: bullet$ 2,891,130
    a Applied to 2011, but not more than line 2a 2,679,816
    b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
    (Election required—see instructions)......
     
    c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
    required—see instructions).........
    0
    d Applied to 2012 distributable amount..... 211,314
    e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus  
    5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2012.    
    (If an amount appears in column (d), the
    same amount must be shown in column (a).)
    6Enter the net total of each column as
    indicated below:
    a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5  
    b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
    line 4b from line 2b ...........
     
    c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
    income for which a notice of deficiency has
    been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
    tax has been previously assessed......
     
    d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable amount
    —see instructions ...........
     
    e Undistributed income for 2011. Subtract line
    4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see
    instructions .............
     
    f Undistributed income for 2012. Subtract
    lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
    be distributed in 2013 ..........
    2,856,143
    7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
    corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
    section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (see
    instructions) .............
     
    8Excess distributions carryover from 2007 not
    applied on line 5 or line 7 (see instructions) ...
     
    9Excess distributions carryover to 2013.
    Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ......
     
    10 Analysis of line 9:
    a Excess from 2008....  
    b Excess from 2009....  
    c Excess from 2010....  
    d Excess from 2011....  
    e Excess from 2012....  
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Page 9
    Part XIV
    Private Operating Foundations (see instructions and Part VII-A, question 9)
    1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
    foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2012, enter the date of the ruling.......bullet
     
    b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
    2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
    income from Part I or the minimum
    investment return from Part X for each
    year listed ..........
    Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
    (a) 2012 (b) 2011 (c) 2010 (d) 2009
             
    b 85% of line 2a .........          
    c Qualifying distributions from Part XII,
    line 4 for each year listed .....
             
    d Amounts included in line 2c not used directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities ....
             
    e Qualifying distributions made directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities.
    Subtract line 2d from line 2c ....
             
    3 Complete 3a, b, or c for the
    alternative test relied upon:
    a “Assets” alternative test—enter:
    (1) Value of all assets ......          
    (2) Value of assets qualifying
    under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)
             
    b “Endowment” alternative test— enter 2⁄3
    of minimum investment return shown in
    Part X, line 6 for each year listed...
             
    c “Support” alternative test—enter:
    (1) Total support other than gross
    investment income (interest,
    dividends, rents, payments
    on securities loans (section
    512(a)(5)), or royalties) ....
             
    (2) Support from general public
    and 5 or more exempt
    organizations as provided in
    section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii)....
             
    (3) Largest amount of support
    from an exempt organization
             
    (4) Gross investment income          
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the organization had $5,000 or more in
    assets at any time during the year—see instructions.)
    1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
    aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
    before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
    bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
    ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
    2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
    Check here bullet
    aThe name, address, and telephone number or e-mail of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
    KNOX FOUNDATION
    3133 WASHINGTON RD
    THOMSON,GA30814
    (706) 595-1907
    bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
    NO SPECIFIC FORMAT
    cAny submission deadlines:
    NO SPECIFIC DEADLINES
    dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
    factors:
    NONE
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Page 10
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (continued)
    3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
    Recipient If recipient is an individual,
    show any relationship to
    any foundation manager
    or substantial contributor
    Foundation
    status of
    recipient
    Purpose of grant or
    contribution
    Amount
    Name and address (home or business)
    aPaid during the year
    WOODLAWN METHODIST CHURCH
    2220 WALTON WAY
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    WILLIAM WESTON IV FUND
    PO BOX 31358
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 1,500
    UGA FOUNDATION- TERRY COLLEGE OF BU
    UGA CAMPUS
    ATHENS,GA30602
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 260,000
    UGA ATHLETICS WILLIAM C HARTMAN JR
    UGA CAMPUS
    ATHENS,GA30602
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 21,137
    UALC - CAINE HALTER FUND
    27 UNION SQUARE WEST SUITE 304
    NEW YORK,NY10003
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 1,000
    THOMSON MCDUFFIE LIBRARY
    WASHINGTON ROAD
    THOMSON,GA30324
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 6,600
    THOMSON HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC BOOSTE
    WASHINGTON ROAD
    THOMSON,GA30324
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPP0RT 3,690
    ST JUDE CHILDRENS RESEARCH HOSPITAL
    262 DANNY THOMAS PLACE
    MEMPHIS,TN38102
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 20,000
    SE FIREFIGHTERS BURN FOUNDATION
    3614 DEWEY GRAY CIRCLE BLDG C
    AUGUSTA,GA30909
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 12,000
    SEENA MAGOWITZ FOUNDATION
    7105 E PARADISE DRIVE
    SCOTTSDALE,AZ85254
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,500
    SAVANNAH RIVERKEEPER INC
    P O BOX 14908
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 1,000
    MERCER UNIVERSITY
    1400 COLEMAN AVENUE
    MACON,GA31207
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    KAPPA ALPHA ORDER EDUCATIONAL FOUND
    115 LIBERTY HALL ROAD
    LEXINGTON,VA24450
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    JACK DAVIS FOUNDATION
    BUCKHEAD
    BUCKHEAD,GA30305
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 11,000
    IKE JUSTINE WASHINGTON FOUNDATION
    2500 WALTON WAY
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 1,000
    GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF MIDDLE GA
    FURYS FERRY ROAD
    AUGUSTA,GA30907
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 51,000
    GLASCOCK CO PUBLIC LIBRARY
    RAILROAD AVENUE
    GIBSON,GA30810
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,000
    GEORGIA CATTLEMENS FOUNDATION
    P O BOX 27990
    MACON,GA31221
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,000
    FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC BROADCASTING
    260 1TH STREET NW
    ATLANTA,GA30318
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,500
    FIRESIDE INDUSTRIES
    P O BOX 2525
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    FERST FOUNDATION FOR CHILDHOOD
    P O BOX 1327
    MADISON,GA30650
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 36,000
    FAMILY COUNSELING CENTER OF THE CSR
    3711 EXECUTIVE CENTER SUITE 201
    MARTINEZ,GA30907
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    EAST LAKE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
    2606 ALSTON DRIVE
    ATLANTA,GA30317
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    DIVERS ALERT NETWORK
    PO BOX 415
    DURHAM,NC27705
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    CURE CHILDHOOLD CANCER
    1117 perimtete center w
    ATLANTA,GA30338
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,500
    CULTURE CHANGERS INC
    1836 birch drive
    NORTH AUGUSTA,SC29860
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,000
    CONVENT OF ST HELENA EPISCOPAL
    3042 EAGLE DRIVE
    AUGUSTA,GA30906
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,000
    COLUMBIA COUNTY ORCHESTRA ASSOCIATI
    RONALD REAGAN BLVD
    MARTINEZ,GA30907
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,000
    COLUMBIA COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
    6100 COLUMBIA ROAD
    GROVETOWN,GA30813
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,000
    CHRIST COMMUNITY HEALTY CENTER
    1226 DANTIGNAC ST
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 50,000
    CASHIERS HISTORICAL SOCITY
    1940 N CAROLINA 107
    CASHIERS,NC28717
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 3,000
    CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH
    2510 RICHMOND HILL ROAD
    AUGUSTA,GA30906
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 1,000
    BRIDGE MINISTRY
    715 S OLD BELAIR ROAD
    GROVETOWN,GA30813
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 3,000
    BETHEL UMC CHURCH
    416 2ND STREET
    JACKSON,SC29831
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,000
    AUGUSTA RESCUE MISSION
    526 WALKER STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,000
    ALZHEIMERS ASSOCIATION OF GA CHAPTE
    7022 EVANS TOWNE CENTER BLVD
    EVANS,GA30809
    N/A EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    AIKEN MUSIC FESTIBAL
    P O BOX 5538
    AIKEN,SC29804
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 600
    UGA FOUNDATION OF THE LEGACY ENDOWM
    P O BOX 1369
    DECATUR,GA30031
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,500
    UNITED WAY OF MCDUFFIE COUNTY
    P O BOX 87
    THOMPSON,GA30824
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    SOUTHEASTERN COUNCIL OF FOUNDATIONS
    50 HERTZ PLAZA
    ATLANTA,GA30303
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,000
    GEORGIA STATE GOLF FOUNDATION
    121 VILLIAGE PARKWAY NORTHEAST
    MARIETTA,GA30067
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 30,000
    FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF AUGUST
    642 TELFAIR STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 37,500
    FAMILY Y OF THOMPSON
    510 WEST HILL STREET
    THOMPSON,GA30824
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 10,000
    AUGUSTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
    2500 WALTON WAY
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 1,000
    SMILE TRAIN
    41 Madison Ave 28th Floor
    NEW YORK,NY10010
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 8,500
    LUCY CRAFT LANEY THE DELTA HOUSE IN
    1116 Phillips Street
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 7,500
    GEORGIA PUBLIC BROADCASTING
    260 14th Street NW
    ATLANTA,GA30318
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    GEORGIA METH PROJECT INC
    PO Box 724436
    ATLANTA,GA31139
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 20,000
    FURMAN UNIVERSITY
    3300 Poinsett Highway
    GREENVILLE,SC29613
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,000
    FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
    802 N Liberty St
    WAYNESBORO,GA30907
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    CHARLES F CHAPMAN SCHOOL
    4343 SE St Lucie Blvd
    STUART,FL34997
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 25,000
    AUGUSTA TRAINING SHOP
    1704 Jenkins Street
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 3,000
    AUGUSTA ROWING CLUB
    101 Riverfront Dr
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    AUGUSTA CHARITY CLASSIC FUND
    PO Box 204168
    AUGUSTA,GA30917
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 1,600
    UNITED METHODIST CHILDRENS HOME
    325 8TH STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT. 14,100
    TRINITY ON THE HILL
    1330 MONTE SANTO AVE
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT. 10,000
    PAINE COLLEGE
    1235 15TH ST
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT. 3,500
    MADISON MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER
    434 S MAIN STREET
    MADISON,GA30650
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT. 5,600
    IMPERIAL THEATER
    749 BROAT ST
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT. 95,000
    AUGUSTA EXCHANGE CLUB CHARITY
    PO BOX 3884
    AUGUSTA,GA30914
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT. 4,500
    AUGUSTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS
    313 BASTON RD
    MARTINEZ,GA30907
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT. 20,000
    AUGUSTA ARSENAL SOCCER CLUB
    3824 MADDOX RD
    AUGUSTA,GA30909
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT. 6,000
    UGA MUSEUM OF ART
    394 S MILLEDGE AVE STE 142
    ATHENS,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 20,000
    THOMSON-MCDUFFIE CHAMBER OF COMMERC
    111 RAILROAD ST
    THOMSON,GA30824
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,000
    ST SIMONS LAND TRUST
    1624 FREDERICA RD STE 6
    ST SIMONS ISLAND,GA31522
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 1,500
    MCDUFFIE COUNTY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
    521 HILL ST SW
    THOMSON,GA30824
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 4,660
    GIRL SCOUTS OF HISTORIC GEORGIA
    4150 F A A ROAD
    CUMMING,GA30041
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    NEW BETHLEHEM COMMUNITY CTR
    1336 CONKLIN AVE
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL
    PO BOX 4736
    CHATTANOOGA,TN37405
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,000
    COASTAL EMPIRE POLIO SURVIVORS
    112 VAN NUYS BLVD
    SAVANNAH,GA31419
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,500
    UGA TEE-OFF CLUB
    120 PENDLETON DR
    ATHENS,GA30606
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 1,000
    THE LYDIA PROJECT INC
    1321 ARSENAL AVE
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF GEORGIA
    PO BOX 1089
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 16,000
    COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON FOUNDATI
    66 GEORGE STREET
    CHARLESTON,SC29424
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 43,000
    AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL
    1920 HIGHLAND AVENUE
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 2,600
    STORYLAND THEATRE
    PO BOX 14875
    AUGUSTA,GA30919
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 17,000
    ST JOHN UMC
    PO BOX 444
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 4,000
    WESTMINISTER SCHOOL
    3067 WHEELER ROAD
    AUGUSTA,GA30909
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 50,000
    JUD C HICKEY CENTER
    1901 CENTRAL AVE
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    HERITAGE ACADEMY
    2230 BROAD STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 42,000
    AUGUSTA MINI THEATRE
    430 8TH STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 12,000
    UNIVERSITY HEALTH CARE FOUNDAT
    2100 CENTRAL AVE SUITE D-1
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 11,000
    RACHEL LONGSTREET FOUNDATION
    PO BOX 2247
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 50,000
    MOLLYS MILITIA INC
    501 LAUREL LAKES DRIVE
    BELVEDERE,SC29860
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD
    1105 FURYS LANE STE C
    MARTINEZ,GA30907
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 52,000
    MCCALLIE SCHOOL
    500 DODDS AVENUE
    CHATTANOOGA,TN37404
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 3,000
    EASTER SEALS
    PO BOX 2441
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 14,000
    SE NATURAL SCIENCES
    1858 LOCK DAM RD
    AUGUSTA,GA30906
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    AUGUSTA MUSEUM OF HISTORY
    560 REYNOLDS ST
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 57,500
    AUGUSTA PREPARATORY DAY
    285 FLOWING WELLS ROAD
    AUGUSTA,GA30907
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 46,000
    BOYS GIRLS CLUB AUGUSTA
    1903 DIVISION STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 31,000
    ACTIVITIES COUNCIL OF THOMSON
    PO BOX 674
    THOMSON,GA30824
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY
    2177 CENTRAL AVENUE
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 32,500
    FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN
    PO BOX 204168
    AUGUSTA,GA30917
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,000
    FORE AUGUSTA
    3165 DAMASCUS ROAD
    AUGUSTA,GA30909
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 5,800
    BOYS GIRLS CLUB THOMSON
    1903 DIVISION STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 25,000
    HOPE HOUSE FOR WOMEN
    PO BOX 3597
    AUGUSTA,GA30914
    NONE EXEMPT GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    WIMBERLY HOUSE MINISTRIES
    PO BOX 50
    WAYNESBORO,GA30830
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 10,000
    SALVATION ARMY
    PO BOX 2523
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 15,000
    FAMILY Y
    3617 WALTON WAY
    AUGUSTA,GA30909
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 15,000
    AMERICAN RED CROSS
    1322 ELLIS STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 65,000
    CHILD ENRICHMENT INC
    PO BOX 12036
    AUGUSTA,GA30914
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 40,000
    ACTION MINISTRIES INC
    PO BOX 2001
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 30,000
    AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
    PO BOX 539
    THOMSON,GA30824
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 6,000
    TUESDAY MUSIC LIVE
    605 REYNOLDS ST
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 5,000
    EMPTY STOCKING FUND
    PO BOX 1928
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 5,000
    UNITED WAY OF CSRA
    PO BOX 1724
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 20,000
    SACRED HEART CULTURAL CENTER INC
    1301 GREENE STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 157,500
    HISTORIC AUGUSTA INC
    PO BOX 37
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 18,000
    THE HALE FOUNDATION
    402 WALKER STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30902
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 35,000
    GREATER AUGUSTA ARTS COUNCIL
    1301 GREEN STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 18,000
    GOLDEN HARVEST FOOD BANK
    3310 COMMERCE DRIVE
    AUGUSTA,GA30909
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 40,000
    GERTRUDE HERBERT ART INS
    506 TELFAIR STREET
    AUGUSTA,GA30901
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 55,000
    GACAROLINA COUNCILBSA
    PO BOX 2247
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 10,000
    CSRA HUMANE SOCIETY
    PO BOX 14667
    AUGUSTA,GA30919
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 25,000
    AUGUSTA SYMPHONY
    PO BOX 579
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 360,000
    AUGUSTA PLAYERS INC
    PO BOX 2352
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 35,000
    AUGUSTA OPERA ASSOCIATION
    PO BOX 240
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 20,000
    AUGUSTA CHORAL SOCIETY
    PO BOX 1402
    AUGUSTA,GA30903
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 30,000
    AUGUSTA CHILDREN CHORALE
    PO BOX 115383
    AUGUSTA,GA30919
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 16,500
    AUGUSTA BALLET INC
    1301 GREEN ST
    AUGUSTA,GA30904
    NONE EXEMPT GENERL SUPPORT 45,000
    Total .................................bullet 3a 2,719,387
    bApproved for future payment
    Total .................................bullet 3b  
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Page 11
    Part XVI-A
    Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
    Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
    Related or exempt
    function income
    (See instructions.)
    1Program service revenue: (a)
    Business code
    (b)
    Amount
    (c)
    Exclusion code
    (d)
    Amount
    a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    f
    gFees and contracts from government agencies          
    2 Membership dues and assessments....          
    3Interest on savings and temporary cash investments          
    4 Dividends and interest from securities....     14 1,360,409  
    5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
    aDebt-financed property......          
    bNot debt-financed property.....     16 133,871  
    6Net rental income or (loss) from personal property          
    7 Other investment income.....     18 9,996  
    8Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than inventory     18 588,848 472,632
    9 Net income or (loss) from special events:          
    10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory..          
    11 Other revenue: aMISCELLEANOUS RECEIPTS     14 3,229  
    b
    c
    d
    e
    12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e)..   2,096,353 472,632
    13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)..................
    132,568,985
    (See worksheet in line 13 instructions to verify calculations.)
    Part XVI-B
    Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
    Line No.
    DownArrow
    Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XVI-A contributed importantly to
    the accomplishment of the foundation’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
    instructions.)
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Page 12
    Part XVII
    Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
    1
    Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section
    Yes
    No
    501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political organizations?
    a
    Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
    (1) Cash...................................
    1a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Other assets.................................
    1a(2)
     
    No
    b
    Other transactions:
    (1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
    1b(1)
     
    No
    (2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
    1b(2)
     
    No
    (3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
    1b(3)
     
    No
    (4) Reimbursement arrangements...........................
    1b(4)
     
    No
    (5) Loans or loan guarantees.............................
    1b(5)
     
    No
    (6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
    1b(6)
     
    No
    c
    Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
    1c
     
    No
    d
    If the answer to any of the above is “Yes,” complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
    of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
    in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.
    (a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
    2a
    Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
    described in section 501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527?...........
    b
    If “Yes,” complete the following schedule.
    (a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
    Sign Here
    Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than taxpayer or fiduciary) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
    Bullet Bullet
    May the IRS discuss this return
    with the preparer shown below
    (see instr.)?
    Signature of officer or trustee Date Title
    Paid Preparer Use Only Print/Type preparer's name Preparer's Signature Date PTIN
    Firm's namebullet



    Firm's addressbullet







    Firm's EINbullet
    Phone no.
    Form 990-PF (2012)
    Additional Data


    Software ID: 12000229
    Software Version: 2012v2.0


    Form 990PF - Special Condition Description:
    Special Condition Description
    Schedule B
    (Form 990, 990-EZ,
    or 990-PF)
    Department of the Treasury
    Internal Revenue Service
    Schedule of Contributors
    Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    OMB No. 1545-0047
    2012
    Name of the organization
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
     
    Employer identification number

    58-6163728
    Organization type (check one):
    Filers of:
    Section:
    Form 990 or 990-EZ





    Form 990-PF




    Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
    Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
    General Rule
    Special Rules
    ......................... Arrow Bullet   $    
    Caution. An organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2 of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its
    Form 990-EZ or on Part I, line 2 of its Form 990-PF, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF).
    For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
    for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2012)

    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2012)
    Page 2
    Name of organization
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
     
    Employer identification number

    58-6163728
    Part I
    Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
         
    (a)
    No.
    (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4
    (c)
    Total contributions
    (d)
    Type of contribution
    3
     
     

    THE GEORGE ANN KNOX CLAT TRUST    
    PO BOX 26
       
    THOMSON, GA   30824

    $187,265


    (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.
    (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4
    (c)
    Total contributions
    (d)
    Type of contribution
    2
     
     

    THE PAT KNOX DAK CLAT TRUST    
    PO BOX 927
       
    AUGUSTA, GA   30907

    $75,013


    (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.
    (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4
    (c)
    Total contributions
    (d)
    Type of contribution
    1
     
     

    THE PAT KNOX JKL CLAT TRUST    
    PO BOX 927
       
    AUGUSTA, GA   30907

    $75,013


    (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.
    (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4
    (c)
    Total contributions
    (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

         
     
       

    $  


    (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.
    (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4
    (c)
    Total contributions
    (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

         
     
       

    $  


    (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.
    (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4
    (c)
    Total contributions
    (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

         
     
       

    $  


    (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2012)

    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2012)
    Page 3
    Name of organization
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
     
    Employer identification number

    58-6163728
    Part II
    Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
         
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b)
    Description of noncash property given
    (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)
    (d)
    Date received
     
    $    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b)
    Description of noncash property given
    (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)
    (d)
    Date received
     
    $    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b)
    Description of noncash property given
    (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)
    (d)
    Date received
     
    $    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b)
    Description of noncash property given
    (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)
    (d)
    Date received
     
    $    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b)
    Description of noncash property given
    (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)
    (d)
    Date received
     
    $    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b)
    Description of noncash property given
    (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)
    (d)
    Date received
     
    $    
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2012)

    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2012)
    Page 4
    Name of organization
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
     
    Employer identification number

    58-6163728
    Part III
    Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
    that total more than $1,000 for the year. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.
    For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
    contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  

    Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
           
     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
           
     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
           
     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I
    (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
           
     
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2012)

    Additional Data


    Software ID: 12000229
    Software Version: 2012v2.0

    TY 2012 AccountingFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    ACCOUNTING FEES 7,900 3,950 0 3,950

    TY 2012 InvestmentsLandSchedule2
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Category/ Item Cost/Other Basis Accumulated Depreciation Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    Land 1,369,309   1,369,309 1,369,309
    Improvements       90,458
    Buildings 3,713,322 1,325,486 2,387,836 3,622,864
    Furniture and Fixtures 37,068 26,968 10,100 37,068

    TY 2012 InvestmentsOtherSchedule2
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Category/ Item Listed at Cost or FMV Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    BUCKEYE PARTNERS FMV   27,246
    TCS TOTAL RETURNMBS FUND FMV   408,956

    TY 2012 LegalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    LEGAL 2,674 1,337 0 1,337


    TY 2012 OtherAssetsSchedule
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Description Beginning of Year - Book Value End of Year - Book Value End of Year - Fair Market Value
    ACCRUED DIVIDENDS 204,117 276,053 276,053


    TY 2012 OtherDecreasesSchedule
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Description Amount
    NON DEDUCTIBLE EXPENSES FROM K-1S 42


    TY 2012 OtherExpensesSchedule
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    Rental Expenses 141,115 141,115    
    CONTRIBUTIONS FROM PASS THRU ENTITIES 25     25
    SECTON 1231 LOSS 303 303    
    ADVERTISING 98 49   48
    TRAVEL EXPENSES 2,576 1,288   1,288
    POSTAGE 71 36   35
    MEMBERSHIP DUES 108 54   54
    COMPUTER 955 477   478
    TELEPHONE EXPENSES 668 334   334
    OFFICE SUPPLIES 120 60   60
    MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 1,875 937   938


    TY 2012 OtherIncomeSchedule2
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Description Revenue And Expenses Per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income
    MISCELLEANOUS RECEIPTS 3,229    
    Other Investment Income 9,996    


    TY 2012 OtherProfessionalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    GRANT SERVICES 5,500 0 0 5,500
    INVESTMENT FEES 155,153 155,153 0 0


    TY 2012 TaxesSchedule
    Name:
    THE KNOX FOUNDATION
    EIN: 58-6163728
    Software ID:12000229
    Software Version:2012v2.0
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    FOREIGN TAXES PAID 3,695 3,695    
    PAYROLL TAXES 15,910 7,955   7,955