Brinkley Taf Brinkley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brinkley Taf Brinkley Foundation is a private foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $277,500 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$277,500
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $294,400 the year before.
18% of its 2025 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 | $245,000 | 35 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $294,400 | 36 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $277,500 | 33 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
Brinkley Taf Brinkley 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 Brinkley Taf Brinkley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 21 | $220,000 |
| Arkansas | 8 | $33,000 |
| Mississippi | 4 | $24,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian Day School Annual Fund | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Bollweevil Charity Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Second Presbyterian Church | Charitable | $17,000 |
| Children's Foundation of Memphis | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Courage Thru Cancer | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Little Lighthouse Central Mississippi Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Memphis University School | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Thistle and Bee | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cali's Smile Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Carnival Memphis | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Choices Center for Reproductive Health | Charitable | $10,000 |
| BMHC Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Renew Church | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Margie's Haven House | Charitable | $6,000 |
| St John's Episcopal Church | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Binghampton Christian Academy | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Memphis Opportunity Scholarship Trust | Charitable | $5,500 |
| New Ballet Ensemble | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Reach Memphis | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Baptist Health Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Call of Cleburne County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Church Health Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Elmwood Cemetary | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Harwood Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hutchinson School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Peer Power Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Storehouse Food Pantry | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Oaks Collaborative | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Projects Kids | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Warhorses for Heros | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Carti Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Fairfield Bay Library | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Argent Trust Company of Tennessee
Questions people ask
Does Brinkley Taf Brinkley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brinkley Taf Brinkley Foundation give?
$277,500 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Brinkley Taf Brinkley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Argent Trust Company of Tennessee (Trustee).
What does Brinkley Taf Brinkley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.