Pontikes Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pontikes Family Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $293,786 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$293,786
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $322,834 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 | $176,135 | 4 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $322,834 | 7 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $293,786 | 7 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Pontikes Family 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 Pontikes Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 3 | $131,815 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,971 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Soc-F | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Tomahawk Charitable Solutions Foundation Inc | General purpose | $80,000 |
| The Veterans Center | General purpose | $50,000 |
| The Station Foundation | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Strings Music Festival | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Portland Symphony Orchestra | General purpose | $1,971 |
| Tomahawk Charitable Solutions Foundation Inc | General purpose | $1,815 |
Officers and trustees
- Nicholas Pontikes
- Gwen Pontikes
- Dorene Gustitus
Questions people ask
Does Pontikes Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pontikes Family Foundation give?
$293,786 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Pontikes Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nicholas Pontikes (President), Gwen Pontikes (Vice President) and Dorene Gustitus (Vice President).
What does Pontikes Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.