McCauley-Lindsay Charities of Tenn
Accepts applications
McCauley-Lindsay Charities of Tenn is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $50,168 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.9 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$50,168
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$46.5 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.1 million the year before.
62% 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 | $2.1 million | 30 | $43.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 26 | $46.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Chris McCarthy 782 Melrose Ave, Nashville, TN 37211 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (615) 673-4430 |
| What to submit | Written application with breakdown of request |
| Restrictions | Only award to 501(c)3 organizations |
What McCauley-Lindsay Charities of Tenn funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 26 | $1.9 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Justice Center | Roof constructions | $250,000 |
| Leah Rose Residence | Roof repairs | $200,000 |
| Room in the Inn | Property purchase - mortgage | $150,000 |
| Heaven South (The Store) | Pallet jack, vehicle, checkout lane | $146,682 |
| Shower Up | Truck and trailer | $118,131 |
| St Luke's Community House | Fire protection system, contract buy | $116,870 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Davidson Co | Robertson co land purch & matching s | $115,000 |
| Martha O'Bryan | Furniture for offices & programming | $97,014 |
| Pastoral Counseling Centers of TN | Office and program room furniture | $59,869 |
| Thistle Farms | Windows, flooring, painting | $59,696 |
| Mending Hearts | Kitchen & laundry appliances | $56,425 |
| Renewal House | Appliances, office furniture, fence | $54,993 |
| The Mary Parrish Center | Kitchen appliances, security windows | $50,337 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Wilson Co | Wilson co build | $50,000 |
| Agape | Carpet, painting, fencing | $46,182 |
| Dismas Inc | Washers and dryers | $46,002 |
| Catholic Comfort Care Homes | Downpayment on house | $45,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid TN | 12-15 passenger van | $42,090 |
| Feed America First | Forklift, scale, fan | $41,806 |
| Bridge Ministry | Box truck and wrap | $39,293 |
| The New Beginnings Center | Exercise equip for satellite locatio | $36,164 |
| Samaritan Recovery Community | Suv | $27,814 |
| The Next Door | Lighting, parking lot, food equip, c | $24,354 |
| The Contributor | Copier, printer, office furniture | $24,026 |
| Tennessee Wildlife Federation | Hungry program | $6,000 |
| Compassionate Hands Inc | Water heater, food warmer, cart | $2,938 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Zoretic
- Randy Wolcott
- Chris McCarthy
- Phillip E Chamblee
- Albert W Buckley Jr
- Trey Dunaway
- Sue Chilton
- Thomas V White
- Father James N Miller
- John W Nelley Jr
Questions people ask
Does McCauley-Lindsay Charities of Tenn accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does McCauley-Lindsay Charities of Tenn give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $50,168.
Who runs McCauley-Lindsay Charities of Tenn?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy Zoretic (Director), Randy Wolcott (Director), Chris McCarthy (President) and Phillip E Chamblee (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does McCauley-Lindsay Charities of Tenn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, faith communities and food and hunger.