Private foundation · Abingdon, VA (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Wellspring Foundation of Southwest
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Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $434K
- Typical grant
- $200K to $234K (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $217K, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Washington County · plus 19 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
- $4.9M
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.9M | $434K | 2 |
| 2023 | $4.9M | $434K | 2 |
| 2022 | $584K | $25K | 1 |
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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- William HayterBoard member
- Donnie MeadowsBoard member
- Dr Haytham AdadaBoard member
- Dr Karen ElmoreBoard member
- Marvin GilliamChair
- Karl KindigBoard member
- Dr Joann PriceVice chair
- Thomas RevelsSecretary
- Elizabeth LoweBoard member
- Rev Kevin CampbellBoard member
- Sean McmurrayExecutive di
- Rusty LittleDirector of
- Susan AbelDirector of
- Courtney StringerDirector of
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
- Community support
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballad Health | Johnson City, Washington County | Community support | $234K |
| Fairview Housing Management Corp | Johnson City, Washington County | Community support | $200K |
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