Jere D Creed Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jere D Creed Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hixson, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,977 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $425 and the largest $7,000. 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$24,977
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$425
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$297,712
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,754 the year before.
56% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $10,434 | 7 | $232,875 |
| 2023 | $23,519 | 10 | $330,533 |
| 2024 | $18,754 | 14 | $318,262 |
| 2025 | $24,977 | 17 | $297,712 |
How to apply
Jere D Creed 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 Jere D Creed Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 5 | $8,436 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $7,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $6,000 |
| New York | 3 | $2,150 |
| Illinois | 2 | $600 |
| Arizona | 1 | $451 |
| Texas | 1 | $160 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $100 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $50 |
| Georgia | 1 | $30 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Disaster Relief | $7,000 |
| Cross of Christ Lutheran Church | Religious | $6,000 |
| Mid-South District | Disaster Relief | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Tower Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Cowan Railroad Museum Inc | General | $1,976 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Medical | $1,000 |
| Lutheran Church Charities Fund | Religious | $500 |
| Food for the Hungry | General | $451 |
| McKamey Animal Center | General | $425 |
| AdoptaPlatoon | General | $160 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Medical | $100 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Medical | $100 |
| Doctor's Without Borders USA | Medical | $100 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | General Purpose | $50 |
| Boys Town | General | $50 |
| Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire Rescue | General Use | $35 |
| Arthritis Foundation | General | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- Jere D Creed
- Karen L Creed
- Neil J Principe
Questions people ask
Does Jere D Creed Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jere D Creed Family Foundation give?
$24,977 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $425.
Who runs Jere D Creed Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jere D Creed (President), Karen L Creed (Vice President) and Neil J Principe (Treasurer).
What does Jere D Creed Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and health.