Private foundation · Franklin
Community Health Systems Foundation
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Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 53 totaling $366K
- Typical grant
- $500 to $5,000 (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $2,000, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County, Williamson County, Madison County, Wilson County, Shelby County, Knox County, Weakley County · plus 23 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- 42% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2024 were new (not funded in 2023): 16 of 38.
- Total giving that year
- $470K
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $470K | $366K | 53 |
| 2023 | $441K | $310K | 74 |
How to apply
The foundation's filing doesn't describe how to apply. Look for a website, or send a short letter asking whether it accepts requests.
Board and officers
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- Tim L HingtgenPresident & ceo
- Justin D PittExecutive vice president & as
- R Gabriel OttingerSenior vice president & treasurer
- Kevin J HammonsExecutive vice president
- Christopher G CobbSecretary
- W Bradley CashExecutive vice president
- Jason K JohnsonSenior vice president
As listed in its 2024 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Matching grant or gift
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Groups it already funds are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Recipient | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn University Foundation | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $100K |
| Village at Glencliff | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $32K |
| Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee - Gabe and Pam Ottinger Family Fun | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $25K |
| Community Foundation of Middle TN - Kevin & Darla Hammons Charitable Advise | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $25K |
| Community Foundation of Middle TN - Kevin & Darla Hammons Charitable Advise | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $25K |
| Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee - Jason and Carrie Johnson Family | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $20K |
| Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee - the Justin Pitt Family Charitabl | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $20K |
| American Red Cross | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $10K |
| Cumberland University | Lebanon, Wilson County | Matching grant or gift | $10K |
| Able Voices | Brentwood, Williamson County | Matching grant or gift | $9,755 |
| Dancing for Safe Haven | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $8,500 |
| Vanderbilt University - Chic Awearness | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $7,500 |
| Brightstone | Franklin, Williamson County | Matching grant or gift | $5,300 |
| American Cancer Society | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $5,000 |
| American Heart Association | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America - Middle Tennessee Council | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $4,850 |
| Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee - Chs Cares Fund | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $4,110 |
| Hope Clinic for Women | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $4,000 |
| Siloam Health | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $4,000 |
| Safe Haven Family Shelter | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $3,500 |
| Thistle Farms | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $3,000 |
| Village at Glencliff | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $2,583 |
| American Red Cross Nashville Area Chapter | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching grant or gift | $2,500 |
| Williamson County Casa | Franklin, Williamson County | Matching grant or gift | $2,500 |