Private foundation · Fond Du Lac, WI (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Grande Foundation
In 2024 it gave 2 grants worth $6,750 to Tennessee groups, 2 of them in Shelby County. A typical grant was $500 to $6,250.
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $6,750 · 2 in Shelby County
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $500 to $6,250 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $3,375, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 88 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups? How we figure this
- 50% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2024 were new (not funded in 2023): 1 of 2.
- Total giving that year
- $588,985
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $589K | $6,750 | 2 |
| 2023 | $477K | $250 | 1 |
All grants paid To Tennessee
How to apply
- Contact
- The Grande Foundation · Fond du lac · (920) 269-7200
- What to send
- Organization's name, address, telephone number, and contact person information. Also, a brief description of the organization's mission and purpose, a copy of the 501(c)(3) non-profit status, a description of the need being adressed and a description of how the grant will be used, a description of measurements used to determine effectiveness, and a complete budget for the project.
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2024. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- John CandelaChair of the board & direc
- Todd H KossPresident
- Rick FrohVice president
- Rich DoyleSecretary and treasurer
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
- Youth programs (1 grant)
- Health & human services (1 grant)
Tennessee organizations it funded
Shelby County grants are listed first, then the largest. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Make A Wish Mid South | Memphis, Shelby County | Youth programs | $6,250 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | Health & human services | $500 |