James R Meadows Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James R Meadows Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 43 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $210,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$210,000
- Assets$24.2 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
14% 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 | $1.1 million | 46 | $23.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 43 | $24.2 million |
How to apply
James R Meadows Jr 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 James R Meadows Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 36 | $952,350 |
| Iowa | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $16,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fisk University | For use in the organization's exempt function | $210,000 |
| American Baptist College | For use in the organization's exempt function | $100,000 |
| Cumberland Heights | For use in the organization's exempt function | $100,000 |
| Mercy Corps | For use in the organization's exempt function | $100,000 |
| Peabody College of Vanderbilt | For use in the organization's exempt function | $100,000 |
| Land Trust for Tennessee | For use in the organization's exempt function | $75,000 |
| Backfield in Motion | For use in the organization's exempt function | $50,000 |
| WPLN | For use in the organization's exempt function | $30,000 |
| YWCA of Nashville & Middle Tennessee | For use in the organization's exempt function | $30,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | For use in the organization's exempt function | $25,000 |
| Preston Taylor Ministries | For use in the organization's exempt function | $25,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | For use in the organization's exempt function | $25,000 |
| Southern Environmental Law Center | For use in the organization's exempt function | $25,000 |
| Equal Chance for Education | For use in the organization's exempt function | $20,000 |
| Martha O'Bryan Center | For use in the organization's exempt function | $20,000 |
| Nurture the Next | For use in the organization's exempt function | $20,000 |
| United Way of East TN Highlands | For use in the organization's exempt function | $20,000 |
| United Way of Greater Nashville | For use in the organization's exempt function | $15,000 |
| Humane Society of US | For use in the organization's exempt function | $11,000 |
| Abe's Garden | For use in the organization's exempt function | $10,000 |
| Siloam Family Health Center | For use in the organization's exempt function | $10,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | For use in the organization's exempt function | $10,000 |
| St Jude | For use in the organization's exempt function | $10,000 |
| Tennessee Justice Center | For use in the organization's exempt function | $10,000 |
| Webb School | For use in the organization's exempt function | $10,000 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | For use in the organization's exempt function | $6,000 |
| Nashville Zoo | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,350 |
| A Step Ahead | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| Cumberland University | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| Downtown Presbyterian Church | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research & Conservation | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| Nashville Food Project | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| Nashville Humane Assn | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| Nashville Public Television | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| Nashville Publiceducation Foundation | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| National Museum of African American Music | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | For use in the organization's exempt function | $5,000 |
| Homework Hotline | For use in the organization's exempt function | $2,000 |
| Belcourt Theater | For use in the organization's exempt function | $1,000 |
| Cheekwood | For use in the organization's exempt function | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Meadows
- Anna Cerez Przbylinski
- Matt Williams
Questions people ask
Does James R Meadows Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James R Meadows Jr Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs James R Meadows Jr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patricia Meadows (President/Director), Anna Cerez Przbylinski (Director) and Matt Williams (Director).
What does James R Meadows Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.