Mary Perkins Bradbury Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary Perkins Bradbury Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $57,360 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,300 and the largest $45,000. 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$57,360
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,300
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$678,513
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $15,700 the year before.
43% 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 | $15,700 | 5 | $595,750 |
| 2024 | $57,360 | 7 | $678,513 |
How to apply
Mary Perkins Bradbury 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 Mary Perkins Bradbury Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 4 | $53,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,300 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $560 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont University | For use in the public charity | $45,000 |
| YWCA of Nashville and Middle Tennessee | For use in the public charity | $5,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | For use in the public charity | $2,500 |
| The Order of St John | For use in the public charity | $2,300 |
| Friends of Presque Isle Library | For use in the public charity | $1,000 |
| Insight Counseling Centers | For use in the public charity | $1,000 |
| Wildlife Forever | For use in the public charity | $560 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon Hels
Questions people ask
Does Mary Perkins Bradbury Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Perkins Bradbury Foundation give?
$57,360 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,300.
Who runs Mary Perkins Bradbury Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sharon Hels (Trustee).
What does Mary Perkins Bradbury Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.