Allen Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Allen Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Collierville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $105,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $57,500. 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$105,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$57,500
- Assets$0
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $88,050 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $55,000 | 9 | $0 |
| 2024 | $88,050 | 10 | $0 |
| 2025 | $105,500 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
Allen Family Foundation Inc 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 Allen Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 4 | $75,500 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Prospect Baptist Church | Church services and christian teachi | $57,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | U.s. Disaster relief support | $10,000 |
| Together Ministry Center | Minister to those who are homeless | $8,000 |
| Memphis Oral School for the Deaf | Work with deaf children | $5,000 |
| National Down Syndrome Society | Research and support for condition | $5,000 |
| Southern Jewel Dog Rescue | Rescue dogs in memphis metro | $5,000 |
| Desoto Hope Community Cancer Suppor | Cancer support services | $5,000 |
| Forever Young Veterans | Support and counseling for snr vets | $5,000 |
| Porter Leath | Low income education support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dyanne Sporup
- Betty Jeanne Allen
- Robert D Allen
Questions people ask
Does Allen Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Allen Family Foundation Inc give?
$105,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Allen Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Dyanne Sporup (Director), Betty Jeanne Allen (Director) and Robert D Allen (Director).
What does Allen Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and disability.