The William B Stokely Jr Foundation
Accepts applications
The William B Stokely Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Knoxville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $372,450 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $205,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$372,450
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$205,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $317,954 the year before.
35% 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 | $317,954 | 14 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $372,450 | 17 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | William B Stokelyiii 11309 Station West Drive Suite 27, Knoxville, TN 37934 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (865) 966-4878 |
What The William B Stokely Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 16 | $337,450 |
| Georgia | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee Foundation | College education | $205,000 |
| Berry College Inc | Scholarship fund | $35,000 |
| Christian Academy of Knox | Education | $30,000 |
| First Baptist Church Concord | Religious | $30,000 |
| East Tennessee Children's | Children's medical svcs | $18,000 |
| Cocke County Relief Fund | Community | $10,000 |
| Covenant Health | Health services | $10,000 |
| Joni and Friends | Disability ministry | $10,000 |
| Stokely Memorial Library | Community ministry | $10,000 |
| Mission of Hope | Community ministry | $5,000 |
| Smoky Mountain Children's Home | Community ministry | $5,000 |
| Concord Christian School | Education | $1,000 |
| Museum of Appalachia | Historic preservation | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Great Smoky Mtn Nati | Land conservation | $1,000 |
| Pat Summit Foundation | Health services | $1,000 |
| Dogwood Arts Festival | Art education | $250 |
| Keep Knoxville Beautiful | Community conservation | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- William B Stokely III
- Kay H Stokely
- William B Stokely IV
- Stacy S Byerly
- Shelley S Przewrocki
- Clayton F Stokely
- Nikki Stansell
Questions people ask
Does The William B Stokely Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The William B Stokely Jr Foundation give?
$372,450 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The William B Stokely Jr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William B Stokely III (President, D), Kay H Stokely (Exec VP, Dir), William B Stokely IV (Director) and Stacy S Byerly (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The William B Stokely Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.