Private foundation · Agawam, MA (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
The Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $21,424
- Typical grant
- $21,424 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $21,424, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Sevier County · plus 252 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- Rarely: every Tennessee group it funded in 2024 had also been funded in 2022–2023. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $841,030
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $841K | $21K | 1 |
| 2023 | $1.3M | $7,500 | 1 |
| 2022 | $865K | $7,500 | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Harold grinspoon · agawam · 4132760700
- What to send
- A written request which should include a description of the functions to be funded, amount requested, annual budget of soliciting organization.
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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- Diane TrodermanTrustee
- Harold GrinspoonTrustee
- Winifred SandlerTrustee
- Patrick GerykChief financial officer
- Steven GrinspoonTrustee
- Adrian DionChief operating officer
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
- General contribution
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollywood Foundation | Sevierville, Sevier County | General contribution | $21K |
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