Don R Elliott Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Don R Elliott Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $141,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $23,500 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$141,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$23,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $130,000 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 | $126,000 | 7 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 7 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $141,500 | 7 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Don R Elliott 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 Don R Elliott Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 3 | $58,500 |
| Colorado | 2 | $46,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $37,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Rescue Mission | Homelessness | $40,000 |
| Montgomery Christian School | Education | $30,000 |
| Family Foundtion Fund | Education | $25,000 |
| Lipscomb University | Education | $23,500 |
| Belmont University | Education | $10,000 |
| Valiant Cross Academy | Education | $7,000 |
| Tennyson Center for Children | Education | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert D Garth
- Matthew T Garth
- J Davis Garth
Questions people ask
Does Don R Elliott Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Don R Elliott Foundation give?
$141,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $23,500.
Who runs Don R Elliott Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert D Garth (Trustee), Matthew T Garth (Trustee) and J Davis Garth (Trustee).
What does Don R Elliott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.