Jacob B Griffith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jacob B Griffith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $493,642 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $22,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$493,642
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$22,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$110,898
How to apply
Jacob B Griffith Family 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 Jacob B Griffith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 10 | $451,642 |
| Alabama | 1 | $27,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-America Theological Seminary | General support for charitable organization | $120,000 |
| Evangelical Christian School of Mem | General support for charitable organization | $110,000 |
| Memphis Union Mission | General support for charitable organization | $85,000 |
| Love Worth Finding Ministries Inc | General supoprt for charitable organization | $33,000 |
| The Common Thread Community | General support for charitable organization | $27,000 |
| Memphis Athletic Ministries Inc | General support for charitable organization | $24,000 |
| Life Choices of Memphis | General support for charitable organization | $20,000 |
| Memphis Area Youth Association | General support for charitable organization | $20,000 |
| Chirst Church Memphis | Scholarship for child day school | $15,642 |
| Campus Crusade Foundation | General support for charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Campus Outreach | General support for charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Eureka True Vine Baptist Church | General support for charitable organization | $9,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Madelyn Shivley
- Rebecca Pitts
- Victoria Buchanan
- Barry Griffith
- Sherri Griffith
- Alexander Griffith
Questions people ask
Does Jacob B Griffith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jacob B Griffith Family Foundation give?
$493,642 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $22,000.
Who runs Jacob B Griffith Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Madelyn Shivley (President), Rebecca Pitts (Secretary), Victoria Buchanan (Treasurer) and Barry Griffith (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Jacob B Griffith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.