The Blum Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Blum Family Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $362,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $135,000. 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$362,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$135,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $404,715 the year before.
20% 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 | $177,350 | 78 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $404,715 | 92 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $362,000 | 5 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Blum 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2 | $137,000 |
| California | 1 | $75,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $75,000 |
| New York | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Joan B Shayne Fund | For one or more exempt purposes described in irc section 501(c)(3) | $135,000 |
| Blum-Merten Family Fund | For one or more exempt purposes described in irc section 501(c)(3) | $75,000 |
| Blum Family Fund | For one or more exempt purposes described in irc section 501(c)(3) | $75,000 |
| Haslett Family Charitable Fund | For one or more exempt purposes described in irc section 501(c)(3) | $75,000 |
| Kehilla High School | For one or more exempt purposes described in irc section 501(c)(3) | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan B Shayne
- Jennifer L Blum
- Lauren Blum
- Emily Blum Haslett
Questions people ask
Does The Blum Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Blum Family Foundation give?
$362,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Blum Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan B Shayne (Chairman/Trustee), Jennifer L Blum (Trustee), Lauren Blum (Secretary/Trustee) and Emily Blum Haslett (Trustee).