Tankersley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tankersley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,755 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $12,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$24,755
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$8,758
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $96,500 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $138,100 | 17 | $25,872 |
| 2024 | $96,500 | 12 | $21,372 |
| 2025 | $24,755 | 4 | $8,758 |
How to apply
Tankersley Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Tankersley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 2 | $22,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $255 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boy Scouts of America | Tankersley Family Fund | $12,000 |
| Girls Athletic Leadership School of Denver | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | Women's Philanthropy Institute | $2,500 |
| National Trust for Historic Preservation in the Un | General & Unrestricted | $255 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Evans
- G Jackson Tankersley Jr
Questions people ask
Does Tankersley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tankersley Family Foundation give?
$24,755 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Tankersley Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Evans (Pres, Dir) and G Jackson Tankersley Jr (Dir, Sec, VP).
What does Tankersley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.