Don Gibson American Music Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Don Gibson American Music Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $33,000. 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$41,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$33,000
- Assets$86,818
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $81,000 the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $75,000 | 4 | $19,600 |
| 2023 | $34,500 | 4 | $124,309 |
| 2024 | $81,000 | 4 | $39,340 |
| 2025 | $41,000 | 4 | $86,818 |
How to apply
Don Gibson American Music 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 2 | $35,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Destination Cleveland County | General use | $33,000 |
| Country Music Hall of Fame | General use | $5,000 |
| The Banker's House Foundation | General use | $2,000 |
| Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame | General use | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara P Gibson
- R Horton Frank III
- Joseph F Gallivan
Questions people ask
Does Don Gibson American Music Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Don Gibson American Music Foundation give?
$41,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Don Gibson American Music Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara P Gibson (President), R Horton Frank III (Secretary/Tr) and Joseph F Gallivan (Director).