Ned R McWherter Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ned R McWherter Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Jackson, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $291,211 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$291,211
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $279,170 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $203,450 | 28 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $279,170 | 38 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $291,211 | 38 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
Ned R McWherter Charitable 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.
What Ned R McWherter Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 36 | $268,711 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $15,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Community Foundation of West Tennessee | For general purposes | $90,000 |
| The Jackson Symphony | For general purposes | $35,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | For general purposes | $25,000 |
| Clinton Foundation | For general purposes | $15,000 |
| Swan Ball 2025 | For general purposes | $10,000 |
| Sunset Cemetery | For general purposes | $10,000 |
| Aspell Manor | For general purposes | $8,000 |
| Folds of Honor | For general purposes | $7,500 |
| Rifa | For general purposes | $7,500 |
| The Star Center | For general purposes | $7,500 |
| Weakley County Library Board | For general purposes | $7,000 |
| West TN PBS | For general purposes | $5,000 |
| Jackson Boys & Girls Club | For general purposes | $5,000 |
| Global Citizens Adventure Corps | For general purposes | $4,000 |
| The Dream Center | For general purposes | $4,000 |
| Ned Ray McWherter Institute | For general purposes | $4,000 |
| Discovery Park of America | For general purposes | $3,700 |
| Swan Ball 2025 Patron's Party | For general purposes | $3,500 |
| Crime Stoppers | For general purposes | $3,000 |
| Lucille McWherter Senior Center | For general purposes | $3,000 |
| Weakley County Senior Center (co City of Dresden) | For general purposes | $3,000 |
| St John's Community Service | For general purposes | $3,000 |
| Andrew Jackson Foundation | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| City of Jackson - the Ned | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| Tennessee FFA Foundation | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| WestStar - U T Martin | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| The Jackson Symphony | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| Volunteer State Horseman's Foundation | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| Belmont University | For general purposes | $2,000 |
| City of Dresden | For general purposes | $1,500 |
| Lane College | For general purposes | $1,500 |
| Miss Volunteer America Pageant | For general purposes | $1,500 |
| TN Performing Arts Center TPAC Gala | For general purposes | $1,300 |
| Weakley County Library Board | For general purposes | $1,211 |
| TN Center of Performance Excellence | For general purposes | $1,000 |
| West Tennessee Veterans Coalition | For general purposes | $1,000 |
| Room in the Inn | For general purposes | $1,000 |
| Nashville Symphony | For general purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael R McWherter
- Madelyn B Pritchett
- Mary Jane McWherter
Questions people ask
Does Ned R McWherter Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ned R McWherter Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$291,211 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Ned R McWherter Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael R McWherter (President), Madelyn B Pritchett (Secretary) and Mary Jane McWherter (Director).
What does Ned R McWherter Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and seniors.