The Aslan Foundation
Accepts applications
The Aslan Foundation is a private foundation in Knoxville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $880,643 in 58 grants; the typical grant was $3,400 and the largest $275,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$880,643
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$3,400
- Largest grant$275,000
- Assets$127 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
9% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $698,223 | 62 | $112 million |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 89 | $121 million |
| 2024 | $880,643 | 58 | $127 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Applications to Be Submitted Online 5107 Homberg Drive, Knoxville, TN 37919 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (865) 524-6360 |
| What to submit | Foundation's online grant application |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Aslan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 25 | $819,310 |
| New York | 12 | $37,825 |
| California | 5 | $16,090 |
| Washington | 3 | $6,800 |
| Michigan | 2 | $5,100 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $5,100 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,979 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,400 |
| Oregon | 1 | $3,400 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young-Williams Center | 2024 grant | $275,000 |
| Big Ears Festival | 2024 grant | $229,167 |
| Tri-Star Arts | 2024 grant | $80,000 |
| Knoxville Symphony Orchestra | 2024 grant | $38,000 |
| Knoxville Museum of Art | 2024 grant | $35,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of TN Valley | 2024 grant | $25,000 |
| Young-Williams Animal Center | 2025 grant | $25,000 |
| Big Ears Festival | 2025 grant | $20,832 |
| A Step Ahead | 2024 grant | $20,000 |
| Ijams Nature Center | 2024 grant | $20,000 |
| Appalachian Mountain Bike Club | 2024 grant | $16,000 |
| Knoxville Opera Company | 2024 grant | $15,000 |
| Knoxville History Project | 2024 grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $5,100 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $5,100 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $4,979 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $4,796 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $4,554 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,400 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,279 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,157 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $3,036 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2024 | $2,914 |
| Knox Heritage | Contribution | $2,700 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2023 | $1,700 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2023 | $1,700 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2023 | $1,700 |
| Individual | Artist grant - 2023 | $1,700 |
Officers and trustees
- Lindsay Y McDonough
- Mark K Williams
- Robert S Young
Questions people ask
Does The Aslan Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Aslan Foundation give?
$880,643 in tax year 2024, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $3,400.
Who runs The Aslan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lindsay Y McDonough (Treasurer), Mark K Williams (Secretary) and Robert S Young (President).
What does The Aslan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.