Cieraswish Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cieraswish Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Maryville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $28,000 and the largest $28,000. 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$28,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$28,000
- Largest grant$28,000
- Assets$38,990
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 1 | $35,243 |
| 2025 | $28,000 | 1 | $38,990 |
How to apply
Cieraswish 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 Cieraswish Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $28,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Jude's Childrens | Cancer research | $28,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Blackburn
- Sherri Blackburn
- Austin Blackburn
- Larry McClure
Questions people ask
Does Cieraswish Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cieraswish Foundation Inc give?
$28,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $28,000.
Who runs Cieraswish Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Blackburn (President), Sherri Blackburn (Treasurer), Austin Blackburn (Director) and Larry McClure (Director).
What does Cieraswish Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and youth programs.