Joy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joy Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $163,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$163,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$661,275
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $62,000 the year before.
83% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $62,000 | 6 | $436,250 |
| 2024 | $163,000 | 8 | $661,275 |
How to apply
Joy 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 3 | $135,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $21,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pritchard Preparatory School | To further exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Pure Word Deliverance House of Prayer | To further exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| John Minick Ministries | To further exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Amloved Foundation | To further exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Pure Word Deliverance House of Prayer | To further exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Individual | To assist with purchase of wheelchair accessible van for a disabled child | $5,000 |
| Women's Resource Center | To further exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Scan of Wilson County | To further exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Pittman
- Roy C Flowers
- Roy Nichol
Questions people ask
Does Joy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joy Foundation give?
$163,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Joy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah Pittman (Director), Roy C Flowers (President-Treasurer) and Roy Nichol (Secretary).