Public charity · Nashville
Nfib the Voice of Free Enterprise Inc.
In 2025 it gave 1 grant worth $740,006 to Tennessee groups. A typical grant was $740,006 (1 grant).
Its tax filing doesn't say how to apply. Check its website or call before sending anything.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $740,006
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $740,006 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $740,006, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups? How we figure this
- Rarely: every Tennessee group it funded in 2025 had also been funded in 2024. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $740,006
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $740K | $740K | 1 |
| 2024 | $753K | $753K | 1 |
All grants paid To Tennessee
How to apply
Public charities don't report how to apply on their IRS return. Check its website for open grant rounds, or search GrantMe for its programs.
Board and officers
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- Brad ClosePresident
- David AddingtonSecretary/parliamentarian
- Jeff SmithCfo
- Chris PittsAsst secretary
- Michael MaloneyVp
- Dawn SimpsonTreasurer
- Nevin GroceChairman
- Steve SchrammDirector
- Jeff ReadyDirector
- Jose VillaDirector
- Patti MellardDirector
- Rob HoltDirector
- Maria DavidDirector
- Stephanie CamarilloDirector
- Amy SparksDirector
- Lisa FullertonDirector
- Sam ChamberlainDirector
As listed in its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nfib Small Business Legal Center | Nashville, Davidson County | General support | $740K |
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