Private foundation · Worcester, MA (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Wilensky Foundation
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $5,540
- Typical grant
- $2,770
- A realistic first ask
- About $2,770, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County, Wilson County · plus 22 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- 50% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2025 were new (not funded in 2023–2024): 1 of 2.
- Total giving that year
- $66,480
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $66K | $5,540 | 2 |
| 2024 | $67K | $6,082 | 2 |
| 2023 | $57K | $5,138 | 2 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Jacob arthur wharton · worcester · 5087537300 · jwharton@ worcesteradvisors.com
- What to send
- Applications should be submitted on 8 1/2 x 11 paper with reference to the tax deductibility of the organization.
- Limits
- Charitable purposes only, no political organizations
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2025. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
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- Jacob Arthur WhartonTrustee
As listed in its 2025 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Cancer research
- Veterans support
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Past winners are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Past winner | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Memphis, Shelby County | Cancer research | $2,770 |
| Charlie Daniels Journey Home Projec | Mt Juliet, Wilson County | Veterans support | $2,770 |