Mba Wilson Trust
Preselected recipients only
Mba Wilson Trust is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$25.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $889,716 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $911,820 | 1 | $19.1 million |
| 2024 | $889,716 | 1 | $21.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 1 | $25.5 million |
How to apply
Mba Wilson Trust 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 Mba Wilson Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Bell Academy | General use with special attention to library | $1.0 million |
Officers and trustees
- Justin P Wilson
- Edward C Wilson
- Blair J Wilson
Questions people ask
Does Mba Wilson Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mba Wilson Trust give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs Mba Wilson Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Justin P Wilson (Trustee), Edward C Wilson (Trustee) and Blair J Wilson (Trustee).
What does Mba Wilson Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.