The Barbara J Mapp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Barbara J Mapp Foundation is a private foundation in Brentwood, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $157,197 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $7,700 and the largest $20,500. 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$157,197
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$7,700
- Largest grant$20,500
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was down from $185,345 the year before.
5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $185,345 | 22 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $157,197 | 19 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Barbara J Mapp 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 The Barbara J Mapp Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 16 | $135,697 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Environmental Law Center | General support | $20,500 |
| Walden's Puddle | General support | $20,500 |
| Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary | General support | $16,780 |
| Horse Haven of Tennessee | General support | $16,700 |
| Friends of Warner Parks | General support | $15,582 |
| Harpeth Conservancy | General support | $15,500 |
| Agape Animal Rescue | General support | $15,000 |
| Nashville Zoo | General support | $13,935 |
| Friends of Radnor Lake | General support | $10,500 |
| Saddle Up | General support | $7,700 |
| Almost Home Animal Shelter | General support | $500 |
| Land Trust for Tennessee | General support | $500 |
| Nashville Humane Society | General support | $500 |
| Peppers Senior Dog Sanctuary | General support | $500 |
| Pet Community Center | General support | $500 |
| The Crossroads Campus | General support | $500 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary | General support | $500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General support | $500 |
| Tenngreen Land Conservancy | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Norman Miede
- Linda Bell
- Debby Miede
Questions people ask
Does The Barbara J Mapp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barbara J Mapp Foundation give?
$157,197 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $7,700.
Who runs The Barbara J Mapp Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Norman Miede (Director/Foundation Manage), Linda Bell (Director) and Debby Miede (Director).
What does The Barbara J Mapp Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and animals.