Goodlett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Goodlett Foundation is a private foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $354,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$354,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$11.4 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $364,500 the year before.
10% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $353,000 | 22 | $8.0 million |
| 2023 | $364,500 | 22 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $354,000 | 21 | $11.4 million |
How to apply
Goodlett 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 Goodlett Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 21 | $354,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Mid-South | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Madonna Learning Center | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Porter Leath | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Le Bonheur Children's Hospital | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Woodland Presbyterian Church | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Catholic Charities of West TN | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Mid-South Therapy Dogs | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Most - Memphis Opportunity Scholarship Trust | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Peer Power Foundation | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Literacy Mid-South | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Mifa - Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Memphis Inner City Rugby | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Youth Villages | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| TN Justice for Our Neighbors | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Church Health | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Facing History and Ourselves | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Le Bonheur Club Inc | To further the charity's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen S Williams
- David A Dunehew
- Warner B Rodda
- Pamela D Blow
Questions people ask
Does Goodlett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Goodlett Foundation give?
$354,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Goodlett Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathleen S Williams (Director/Treasurer), David A Dunehew (Director/President), Warner B Rodda (Director/Asst. Secretary) and Pamela D Blow (Director).
What does Goodlett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and faith communities.