William H Frist Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William H Frist Family Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$18.5 million
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2025 was up from $689,500 the year before.
72% 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 | $50,000 | 5 | $12.7 million |
| 2024 | $689,500 | 12 | $14.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 18 | $18.5 million |
How to apply
William H Frist 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 William H Frist Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 12 | $1.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $115,000 |
| New York | 2 | $81,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Tennessee State University Foundation | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $300,000 |
| The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $300,000 |
| Austin Peay State University Foundation | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $232,500 |
| The National Trust for Historic Preservation | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $112,000 |
| Meharry Medical College | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $100,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $75,000 |
| Tennessee Wildlife Federation | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $50,000 |
| Hope Through Healing Hands | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $50,000 |
| American Prairie Reserve | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $15,000 |
| George Mason University Foundation | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $10,000 |
| The Land Trust for Tennessee | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Mid TN Council | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $10,000 |
| Siloam Health | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $10,000 |
| The Olana Partnership | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $6,000 |
| Frist Art Museum | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $5,250 |
| Ensworth School | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $5,000 |
| Nashville Symphony | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $5,000 |
| St Patrick's Episcopal Day School | To promote religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational activities. | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William H Frist
Questions people ask
Does William H Frist Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William H Frist Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs William H Frist Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William H Frist (Trustee).
What does William H Frist Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.