Memorial Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Memorial Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.4 million in 182 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$4.4 million
- Number of grants182
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$135 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.3 million the year before.
31% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.3 million | 194 | $136 million |
| 2024 | $4.4 million | 182 | $135 million |
How to apply
Memorial Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Memorial Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 180 | $4.3 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,920 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fiftyforward Madison Station | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $200,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $100,000 |
| YWCA of Nashville and Middle TN | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $90,000 |
| Operation Stand Down Tennessee | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $85,000 |
| Siloam Health | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $80,000 |
| Stars Nashville | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $80,000 |
| Agape | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $75,000 |
| Interfaith Dental Clinic of Nashville | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $75,000 |
| Sexual Assault Center | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $75,000 |
| Hope Family Health Services | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $60,000 |
| Project Return | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $60,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $60,000 |
| Faith Family Medical Center | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $55,000 |
| Martha O'Bryan Center | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $55,000 |
| Safe Haven Family Shelter | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $55,000 |
| The Next Door | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $55,000 |
| Community Care Fellowship | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $50,000 |
| Men of Valor | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $50,000 |
| Nashville Food Project | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $50,000 |
| Oasis Center | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $50,000 |
| Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $45,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $45,000 |
| Nashville Conflict Resolution Center | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $45,000 |
| Thistle Farms | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $45,000 |
| Welcome Home Ministries | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $45,000 |
| National Museum of African American Music | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $43,000 |
| 100 Black Men of Middle Tennessee | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| Ancora TN | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| Backfield in Motion | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| Conexion Americas | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| Crossroads Campus | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| Nashville International Center for Empowerment | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| Renewal House | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| Room in the Inn | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| The Victor S Johnson III Nashville Children's Alliance | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $40,000 |
| Nashville Public Television | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $37,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $35,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Tennessee | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $35,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott S Perry
- Jackson Routh
- David E McKee
- Varina F Buntin
- Alfonzo Alexander
- Frank E Gordon
- Frank Grace Jr
- Shanna L Jackson
- Beth Little
- Kim Crane Mallory
- Melvin J Malone
- Will Morrow
- George C Paine II
- J Edward Pearson Jr
- Eddie Phillips
Questions people ask
Does Memorial Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Memorial Foundation Inc give?
$4.4 million in tax year 2024, across 182 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Memorial Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Scott S Perry (President), Jackson Routh (Vice Pres, Programs and Grants), David E McKee (Chair) and Varina F Buntin (Vice Chair) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Memorial Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.