Yarbrough Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Yarbrough Family Foundation is a private foundation in Franklin, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $6.7 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $3.6 million. 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$6.7 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$3.6 million
- Assets$222 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was down from $7.0 million the year before.
45% 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 | $4.4 million | 81 | $99.3 million |
| 2024 | $7.0 million | 31 | $148 million |
| 2025 | $6.7 million | 29 | $222 million |
How to apply
Yarbrough 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 Yarbrough Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 20 | $6.4 million |
| Florida | 3 | $275,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,524 |
| Virginia | 1 | $360 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Middle TN | Unrestricted | $3.6 million |
| Tennessee Technological University | Unrestricted | $2.5 million |
| American Educational Assistance Foundation | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Community Foundation Ocalamarion County | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Transitions Life Center | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Marion Therapeutic Riding Association | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| NAMI | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Canary Impact Labs | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Christ Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Love on Wheels | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| National Center for Family Philanthropy | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Smyrna Rotary Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Franklin High School Band Boosters | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Living Waters for the World | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Shepherds of Hope | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Compassion International | Unrestricted | $1,524 |
| Franklin High School XC Track Booster | Unrestricted | $400 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted | $360 |
| Franklin High School | Unrestricted | $350 |
| Nashville Humane Association | Unrestricted | $324 |
| Nashville Rescue Mission | Unrestricted | $324 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Unrestricted | $324 |
| Center for Courageous Kids | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Grassland Middle School Parents Club | Unrestricted | $200 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Chainsaws for Jesus | Unrestricted | $100 |
| YMCA of Middle Tennessee | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Williamson County Animal Center | Unrestricted | $50 |
| TN Technological University Foundation | Unrestricted | $20 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon Yarbrough
- Kathy Lee Campbell Yarbrough
- Jon P Yarbrough Jr
- Amelia Yarbrough
Questions people ask
Does Yarbrough Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Yarbrough Family Foundation give?
$6.7 million in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Yarbrough Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jon Yarbrough (President), Kathy Lee Campbell Yarbrough (Secretary), Jon P Yarbrough Jr (Director) and Amelia Yarbrough (Director).
What does Yarbrough Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and faith communities.