Mary Wester Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary Wester Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $51,791 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $10,750 and the largest $25,291. 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$51,791
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$10,750
- Largest grant$25,291
- Assets$581,721
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $36,000 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $21,500 | 2 | $494,448 |
| 2023 | $36,000 | 5 | $595,130 |
| 2024 | $51,791 | 4 | $581,721 |
How to apply
Mary Wester 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 4 | $51,791 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YWCA | General Purpose | $25,291 |
| Christ the King | General Purpose | $11,500 |
| The Villages at Glencliff | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Saint Henry Church | General Purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Wester
- Kenneth House
- Katherine Fahey
- Jenny House
Questions people ask
Does Mary Wester Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Wester Foundation give?
$51,791 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $10,750.
Who runs Mary Wester Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Wester (President), Kenneth House (Treasurer), Katherine Fahey (Secretary) and Jenny House (Director).