Americana Corner Inc
Preselected recipients only
Americana Corner Inc is a private foundation in Franklin, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$250,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$11,861
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $250,000 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $899 |
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $8,685 |
| 2023 | $250,000 | 1 | $257,857 |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 1 | $92,822 |
| 2025 | $250,000 | 1 | $11,861 |
How to apply
Americana Corner 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Americana Corner Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Smithsonian Institution | Support smithsonian mission. | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Hand
- Charlene Hand
- Shanna Fink
Questions people ask
Does Americana Corner Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Americana Corner Inc give?
$250,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Americana Corner Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Hand (Chairperson/President/Director), Charlene Hand (Treasurer/Director) and Shanna Fink (Secretary/Director).
What does Americana Corner Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.