The Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 54 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $650,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.9 million
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$650,000
- Assets$39.8 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
30% of its 2024 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 | $1.4 million | 55 | $38.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 54 | $39.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Tate Wilson 802 Rozelle Street, Memphis, TN 38104 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (901) 346-8800, twilson@kwff.org |
| What to submit | See our website at http://www.kwff.org/our-grant-process/grant-application-process/ |
| Deadlines | January 15 and august 15 |
| Restrictions | Contact tate wilson at twilson@kwff.org for more information. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 52 | $1.9 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee Foundation Inc | General - operating | $650,000 |
| Emmanuel Center Inc | General - operating | $150,000 |
| Knowledge Quest | General - operating | $105,000 |
| Memphis Brooks Museum of Art Inc | General - operating | $102,500 |
| The Works Inc | General - operating | $100,000 |
| Advance Memphis | General - operating | $50,000 |
| Christian Community Foundation of Memphis | General - operating | $50,000 |
| Urban Renaissance Partners Inc | General - operating | $50,000 |
| Soulsville Charter School | General - operating | $32,000 |
| Memphis Delta Preparatory Charter School Inc | General - operating | $30,000 |
| Bloc Ministries | General - operating | $25,000 |
| Christian Brothers University | General - operating | $25,000 |
| Innovate Memphis | General - operating | $25,000 |
| Lemoyne-Owen College | General - operating | $25,000 |
| One Family Memphis Rox | General - operating | $25,000 |
| Rhodes College | General - operating | $25,000 |
| Soulsville Foundation | General - operating | $25,000 |
| Streets Ministries | General - operating | $25,000 |
| University of Memphis Foundation | General - operating | $25,000 |
| Visible Music College | General - operating | $25,000 |
| Allmemphis | General - operating | $20,000 |
| Apple Seeds Inc | General - operating | $20,000 |
| Memphis Black Arts Alliance | General - operating | $20,000 |
| Score CDC | General - operating | $20,000 |
| Slingshot Memphis Inc | General - operating | $20,000 |
| South Memphis Alliance | General - operating | $20,000 |
| Vance Avenue Youth Development Center | General - operating | $20,000 |
| ARISE2READ | General - operating | $15,000 |
| Codecrew | General - operating | $15,000 |
| Memphis Theological Seminary | General - operating | $15,000 |
| Hutchison School | General - operating | $13,887 |
| Briarcrest Christian School | General - operating | $12,580 |
| City Leadership | General - operating | $10,000 |
| Families Matter Inc | General - operating | $10,000 |
| Forward Memphis | General - operating | $10,000 |
| Launchyourcity Inc | General - operating | $10,000 |
| Memphis Inner City Rugby | General - operating | $10,000 |
| Memphis Medical District Collaborative | General - operating | $10,000 |
| Memphis Symphony Orchestra Inc | General - operating | $10,000 |
| Protect Our Aquifer | General - operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tate Wilson
- Carole Wilson West
- Kevin Geshke
- Adrian C Blackney
- Margaret W Hodges
- Wilson Moore
- McLean T Wilson
- Robert A Wilson
- Stephanie B Wilson
- Susan C Wilson
- Webb Wilson
Questions people ask
Does The Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: January 15 and august 15.
How much does The Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs The Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Tate Wilson (President/Ceo), Carole Wilson West (Chairperson of the Board), Kevin Geshke (Finance Chair) and Adrian C Blackney (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.