Seme Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Seme Foundation is a private foundation in Cookeville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $262,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $75,000. 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$262,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$8.7 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $244,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $244,000 | 6 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $262,500 | 8 | $8.7 million |
How to apply
Seme 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 Seme Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 6 | $207,500 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $30,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cookeville Rescue Mission | Community support | $75,000 |
| Mustard Seed Ranch | Assist children | $50,000 |
| Hope Center Adoption and Family Services | Support families | $50,000 |
| Grassroots People's Fund | Support farms | $30,000 |
| Cookeville Crisis Pregnancy Clinic | Assist women | $25,000 |
| Wesley College | Education | $25,000 |
| Cookeville High School - Track and Field | Sport for children | $5,000 |
| Tennessee Central Railway Museum | Education | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas H Jones
- Clarence Lee Jones III
Questions people ask
Does Seme Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Seme Foundation give?
$262,500 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Seme Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas H Jones (President/Director) and Clarence Lee Jones III (Officer/Director).
What does Seme Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and education.