Turner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Turner Family Foundation is a private foundation in Franklin, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $398,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $260,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$398,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$260,000
- Assets$740,927
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $130,250 the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 | $130,250 | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $398,500 | 8 | $740,927 |
How to apply
Turner Family 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 Turner Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $260,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $66,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $62,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | General | $260,000 |
| City Team Ministries | General | $60,000 |
| Unity of Savannah | General operations | $50,000 |
| Individual | General | $15,000 |
| Individual | General | $10,000 |
| The Learning Center | General | $2,000 |
| Green-Meldrim House | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert E Turner Jr
- Carolyn Turner
Questions people ask
Does Turner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Turner Family Foundation give?
$398,500 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Turner Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert E Turner Jr (President) and Carolyn Turner (Treasurer).
What does Turner Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.