The Sixteen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sixteen Foundation is a private foundation in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $550,710 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $385,660. 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$550,710
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$385,660
- Assets$15.5 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $601,160 the year before.
27% 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 | $678,000 | 11 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $601,160 | 14 | $14.4 million |
| 2025 | $550,710 | 15 | $15.5 million |
How to apply
The Sixteen 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 Sixteen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 13 | $495,710 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Tennessee Christian School | Unrestricted gift | $385,660 |
| Camp Shiloh | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Renew | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Murfreesboro Symphony | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Standing Stone State Park | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Murfreesboro Inner-City Ministry | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| The Journey Home Murfreesboro | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Ascension St Thomas Rutherford Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Barnabas Vision | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Eugene Church of Christ | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford | Unrestricted gift | $4,000 |
| North Boulevard Church of Christ | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Green House Ministries | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Rutherford County Library | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Murfreesboro Discovery Center | Unrestricted gift | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Dorothy B Adams
- W Andrew Adams
Questions people ask
Does The Sixteen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sixteen Foundation give?
$550,710 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Sixteen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dorothy B Adams (Trustee) and W Andrew Adams (Trustee).
What does The Sixteen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.