Anchor 39 Foundation
Accepts applications
Anchor 39 Foundation is a private foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $164,250 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $6,125 and the largest $150,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$164,250
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$6,125
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $61,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $40,000 | 1 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $61,000 | 5 | $13.0 million |
| 2025 | $164,250 | 4 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Elijah Kim 1779 KIRBY PKWY Ste 15207, Memphis, TN 38138 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (901) 614-0139 |
| What to submit | In writing with stated goals aligned with charter |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Anchor 39 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $150,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $7,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mustard Seed Church | General charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| International Mission Board | General charitable purposes | $7,250 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Pan-African Academy of Christian Surgeons | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Kim
- Michelle Kim
- Elijah Kim
Questions people ask
Does Anchor 39 Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Anchor 39 Foundation give?
$164,250 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $6,125.
Who runs Anchor 39 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen Kim (Secretarydirector), Michelle Kim (Director) and Elijah Kim (Prestreasdirector).
What does Anchor 39 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.