Think Happy Thoughts Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Think Happy Thoughts Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Byrdstown, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $117,465 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $26,000. 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$117,465
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$135,466
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was down from $133,307 the year before.
63% 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 | $53,856 | 19 | $13,343 |
| 2024 | $133,307 | 24 | $178,193 |
| 2025 | $117,465 | 25 | $135,466 |
How to apply
Think Happy Thoughts Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Think Happy Thoughts Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 13 | $65,792 |
| Arizona | 1 | $26,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $10,575 |
| Indiana | 2 | $5,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,350 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $630 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $618 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Turning Point USA | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization. | $26,000 |
| Tennessee Tech Foundation | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization. | $25,000 |
| Pickett County Ministerial Association | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $10,600 |
| Metz Family Foundation | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $10,075 |
| Sisters Closet | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $10,000 |
| fSPCA | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $5,350 |
| Town of Byrdstown | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization. | $5,000 |
| Good Neighbors Theatre | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Lambda Chi Alpha | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Dash for Derek | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Individual | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $2,232 |
| Bloomington Christian Church | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $2,000 |
| Hillsdale College Foundation | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization. | $1,000 |
| Special Olypic Tenn | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Tenn Sheriffs Department | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Albertville Museum | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Tunnel of Towers Foundation | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization. | $630 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization. | $618 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization. | $600 |
| HOPE International | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization. | $500 |
| Thornwell | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization. | $500 |
| Smaritan's Purse | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $500 |
| Medical Education & Research | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $500 |
| Empower Pickett County | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $200 |
| Miller's Pizzeria | Donation to a domesticallyregistered charitable organization | $160 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeff Piersall
- Judith Piersall
- Wes Piersall
- Ellie Carmical
Questions people ask
Does Think Happy Thoughts Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Think Happy Thoughts Foundation Inc give?
$117,465 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Think Happy Thoughts Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeff Piersall (President), Judith Piersall (Secretary), Wes Piersall (Treasurer) and Ellie Carmical (Director).
What does Think Happy Thoughts Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and education.