Bradford Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bradford Family Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 51 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $305,700. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$305,700
- Assets$32.5 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was up from $923,632 the year before.
22% of its 2024 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 | $923,632 | 45 | $26.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 51 | $32.5 million |
How to apply
Bradford 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 Bradford Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 29 | $898,411 |
| Georgia | 3 | $70,000 |
| New York | 2 | $60,000 |
| California | 3 | $30,250 |
| Texas | 2 | $30,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $20,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $15,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $7,600 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Bell Academy | General fund | $305,700 |
| Vanderbilt University | General fund | $200,000 |
| Cheekwood | General fund | $131,950 |
| St Bonaventure University | Endowed scholarship for robert dubill | $50,000 |
| St George's | General fund | $42,000 |
| Frontline Policy Council | General fund | $40,000 |
| Nashville Symphony | General fund | $40,000 |
| Friends of Warner Park | General fund | $26,175 |
| United Way (Designation Below) 1000 Each Organization | General fund | $25,000 |
| Austin Institute | General fund | $20,000 |
| Berkley Institute | General fund | $20,000 |
| Episcopal School of Nashville | General fund | $20,000 |
| Trinity School | General fund | $20,000 |
| All Saints Episcopal Church Linville | General fund | $19,000 |
| American Red Cross | Tiffany circle | $15,000 |
| Aphesis House | General fund | $15,000 |
| Netterville Dr Jim - Intern'l Healthcare Foundation - Med Missions | General fund | $15,000 |
| Centerstone | General fund | $11,000 |
| Cathedral of Christ the King | General fund | $10,000 |
| Colgate University | Jennifer w. Johnson memorial scholarship for katie bradford | $10,000 |
| Eastern European Mission | General fund | $10,000 |
| Helping Hearts Project | General fund | $10,000 |
| Hermitage | General fund | $10,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | General fund | $10,000 |
| Princeton University | General fund | $10,000 |
| The Witherspoon Institute | General fund | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | General fund | $8,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General fund | $6,000 |
| Crossmore School | Computer fund | $5,000 |
| Frist Art Museum | General fund | $5,000 |
| Nature Sacred Memorial | General fund | $5,000 |
| Saddle Up | General fund | $5,000 |
| Nashville Opera | General fund | $4,000 |
| Nashville Humane Association | General fund | $3,000 |
| Nashville Public Television | General fund | $3,000 |
| St Luke's Community House (Family Christmas Program) | General fund | $3,000 |
| Volunteer State Horsemen's | General fund | $1,086 |
| Avery County Humane | General fund | $1,000 |
| Brightstone | General fund | $1,000 |
| Linville Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lillian R Bradford
- Bryan R Bradford
Questions people ask
Does Bradford Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bradford Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bradford Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lillian R Bradford (Trustee) and Bryan R Bradford (Trustee).
What does Bradford Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.