Gospel Music Trust Fund
Preselected recipients only
Gospel Music Trust Fund is a private foundation in Brentwood, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $143,722 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $43,000 and the largest $44,000. 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$143,722
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$43,000
- Largest grant$44,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $90,735 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $90,735 | 6 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $143,722 | 2 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Gospel Music Trust Fund 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Gospel Music Trust Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2 | $86,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Music Health Alliance | Medical | $44,000 |
| Porter's Call | Support | $42,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roland Lundy
- Bill Gaither
- Ed Harper
- Ken Harding
- Roger Holmes
- Darrell Harris
- Jackie Patillo
- Amy Grant
- Gerald Wolfe
- Terry Hemmings
- Paul Sizelove
- Velvet Kelm
- Ej Gaines
Questions people ask
Does Gospel Music Trust Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gospel Music Trust Fund give?
$143,722 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $43,000.
Who runs Gospel Music Trust Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Roland Lundy (President), Bill Gaither (Vice Preside), Ed Harper (Treasurer) and Ken Harding (Secretary) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does Gospel Music Trust Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and health.