Perceptics Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Perceptics Foundation is a private foundation in Knoxville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $89,889 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $3,100 and the largest $10,496. 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$89,889
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$3,100
- Largest grant$10,496
- Assets$39,721
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was down from $120,161 the year before.
71% of its 2025 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 | $76,100 | 14 | $40,704 |
| 2024 | $120,161 | 23 | $12,223 |
| 2025 | $89,889 | 28 | $39,721 |
How to apply
Perceptics 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.
What Perceptics Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 7 | $31,846 |
| Tennessee | 7 | $27,656 |
| Virginia | 4 | $22,400 |
| California | 2 | $3,312 |
| New York | 2 | $3,200 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $525 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $300 |
| Arizona | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Live and Let Live Farm Inc | Organization support | $10,496 |
| The Rescue Mission of Roanoke | Organization support | $7,000 |
| The Salvation Army Kids Cafe | Organzation support | $7,000 |
| Make Roanoke | Organization group | $6,800 |
| Raven Gael Blaisdell Foundation | Organization support | $5,550 |
| Cityhope of New Hampshire | Organization support | $5,000 |
| Halls High School PTO | Organization support | $5,000 |
| Moneta Elementary PTA Va Congress of Parents & Teachers | Organization support | $5,000 |
| Strawberry Plains Church | Organization support | $4,950 |
| Redemption Christian Center | Organization support | $4,800 |
| Deeper Still | Organization support | $4,500 |
| Emerald Youth Foundation | Organization support | $3,600 |
| Lake Christian Ministries | Organization support | $3,600 |
| Andy's Summer Playhouse | Organization support | $3,200 |
| Fountain City Recreation Commission | Organization support | $3,000 |
| Support the Enlisted Project (Step) | Organization support | $3,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Knoxville | Organization support | $1,806 |
| New York Rod Runners Team for Kids | Organization support | $1,800 |
| Avail | Organization group | $1,400 |
| Disciple Support Ministries Inc | Organization support | $500 |
| Harris Center for Conservation Education | Organization support | $450 |
| Foundation for the Children of Ca | Organization support | $312 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Organization support | $300 |
| American Cancer Society - MD | Organization support | $300 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Organization support | $150 |
| Free Software Foundation | Organization support | $150 |
| The Arizona Animal Welfare League | Organization support | $150 |
| Boston Police Foundation | Organization group | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Perceptics LLC
- Kim Herrera
- Yvonne Bernard
- Tammie Hernandez
- Julie Stropp
- Sandy Dalton
- David Bradshaw
- Stan Dawson
- Junior Deaderick
- Jesse Lazar
- Danny Wouters
Questions people ask
Does Perceptics Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Perceptics Foundation give?
$89,889 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $3,100.
Who runs Perceptics Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Perceptics LLC (Sole Member), Kim Herrera (President), Yvonne Bernard (Vice President) and Tammie Hernandez (Treasurer) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Perceptics Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.