Tennant Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tennant Family Foundation is a private foundation in Jacksonville, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,992 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,562 and the largest $17,400. 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$102,992
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,562
- Largest grant$17,400
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $93,990 the year before.
53% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $93,990 | 16 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $102,992 | 21 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Tennant 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 Tennant Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 15 | $77,151 |
| Oregon | 1 | $17,400 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $6,442 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Safe Girls Strong Girls | General use | $17,400 |
| Episcopal School of Jax | General use | $15,000 |
| Angels for Allison | General use | $10,984 |
| Daniel Memorial | General use | $10,331 |
| Angels for Allison | General use | $10,000 |
| St Marks Episcopal Chur | General use | $7,000 |
| Florida Brittany Rescue | General use | $5,200 |
| Hubbard House | General use | $5,182 |
| Reach of Haywood Co | General use | $5,000 |
| Trinity Rescue Mission | General use | $5,000 |
| Shriners Childrens Hosp | General use | $2,562 |
| City Rescue Mission | General use | $1,547 |
| Garden Club of Jax | General use | $1,544 |
| St Jude Childrens Hosp | General use | $1,500 |
| FSCJ Artist Series | General use | $1,175 |
| Samaritans Purse | General use | $1,021 |
| Toys for Tots | General use | $851 |
| St Marks Episcopal | General use | $569 |
| Navigators | General use | $500 |
| Samaritans Purse | General use | $421 |
| Jacksonville Zoo | General use | $206 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward D Tennant
- Cristine S Tennant
Questions people ask
Does Tennant Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tennant Family Foundation give?
$102,992 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,562.
Who runs Tennant Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward D Tennant (Trustee) and Cristine S Tennant (Trustee).
What does Tennant Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and housing and homelessness.