The Pfeffer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Pfeffer Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Hill, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $86,090 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $19,000. 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$86,090
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$19,000
- Assets$39,640
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2025 was up from $26,718 the year before.
77% of its 2025 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 | $11,037 | 7 | $4,039 |
| 2024 | $26,718 | 16 | $125,788 |
| 2025 | $86,090 | 47 | $39,640 |
How to apply
The Pfeffer 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 Pfeffer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 32 | $54,590 |
| Illinois | 4 | $23,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $1,200 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $450 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Illinois University Foundation | General funds | $19,000 |
| Nashville Symphony | General funds | $9,625 |
| Leadership Nashville | General funds | $7,500 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General funds | $6,000 |
| Christ Presbyterian Church | General funds | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America - West Tennessee | General funds | $4,156 |
| Lipscomb Univeristy | General funds | $4,000 |
| Easter Seals | General funds | $3,000 |
| Amazima Ministries | General funds | $2,578 |
| Lincoln Heritage Council | General funds | $2,000 |
| Scounting Art Collection Recovery Project Inc | General funds | $2,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General funds | $2,000 |
| Nashville Zoo | General funds | $1,500 |
| Tucker's House | General funds | $1,500 |
| Boy Scouts of America Middle Tennessee Council | General funds | $1,450 |
| Agewell | General funds | $1,000 |
| Beacon Center of Tennessee | General funds | $1,000 |
| First Methodist Church of Metropolis | General funds | $1,000 |
| Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels | General funds | $1,000 |
| Joni & Friends | General funds | $1,000 |
| Lifesong for Orphans | General funds | $1,000 |
| Montgomery Bell Academy | General funds | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General funds | $1,000 |
| University of Tennessee Chattanooga Chi Alpha | General funds | $1,000 |
| Beaming Hope Church | General funds | $500 |
| Hospitality House of Nashville | General funds | $500 |
| Nashville Rotary | General funds | $500 |
| Oak Cottage for Women | General funds | $500 |
| RH Boyd Family Endowment Fund | General funds | $500 |
| American Heart Association | General funds | $250 |
| American Red Cross | General funds | $250 |
| Grace Works Ministries | General funds | $250 |
| Graceworks Ministries Inc | General funds | $250 |
| Shriners Children Hospital | General funds | $250 |
| St Judes Childrens Hospital | General funds | $250 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | General funds | $250 |
| Vanderbilt University | General funds | $250 |
| American Cancer Society | General funds | $200 |
| Judicial Watch | General funds | $200 |
| Reformed University Fellowship | General funds | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela K Pfeffer
- Philip M Pfeffer
Questions people ask
Does The Pfeffer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pfeffer Foundation give?
$86,090 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Pfeffer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pamela K Pfeffer (Trustee & Chairman) and Philip M Pfeffer (Trustee & Secretary).
What does The Pfeffer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.