Private foundation · Washington, DC (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Gratis Foundation
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $25,000
- Typical grant
- $25,000 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $25,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 69 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $1 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1M | — | 0 |
| 2024 | $1M | — | 0 |
| 2023 | $1M | $25K | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Wells fargo philanthropic services · winston salem · 8882354351
- What to send
- Https://www.wellsfargo.com/private-foundations/gratis-foundation application must be submitted through the online grant application form.
- Deadlines
- January 31st, may 31st and september 30th
Next one: Jan 31, 2027 if the dates haven't changed since its 2023 filing - Limits
- The foundation does not accept grants that would be payable to, or for the benefit of, specific individuals. The foundation supports programs in the fields of education, health care and medical research, humanitarian services, abused and neglected children, and assisting u.s. Military personnel and their families.
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2023. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- Mary Sandra ZaccariaDirector
- Justin ZaccariaPres/secty/treas
As listed in its 2023 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
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 Childrens Research Hospital Inc. | Memphis, Shelby County | General use | $25K |