Private foundation · Chicago, IL (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Usg Foundation Inc.
In 2025 it gave 8 grants worth $6,470 to Tennessee groups, 1 of them in Hamilton County. A typical grant was $38 to $600. Most often for: “Health & Human Services”.
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 8 totaling $6,470 · 1 in Hamilton County
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $38 to $600 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $200: the middle grant to the 6 Tennessee groups it funded for the first time in 2025.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County, Cumberland County, Hamilton County, Williamson County · plus 259 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
- 75% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2025 were new (not funded in 2023–2024): 6 of 8.
- Total giving that year
- $785,944
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $786K | $6,470 | 8 |
| 2024 | $864K | $5,740 | 4 |
| 2023 | $815K | $12K | 6 |
All grants paid To Tennessee
How to apply
- Contact
- Diane Earll · Chicago · (312) 436-4000 · skonor@usg. com
- What to send
- A grant proposal in writing in the form of a letter outlining the following: - a statement and background summary of the need or problem - reason why the usg foundation inc would be interested in the proposal - the amount of the monetary request and how it will be uesd - a copy of the organizations 501 c 3 tax exemption letter from the irs
- Limits
- To receive a donation from the usg foundation the organization must be a not for profit organization with irs 501c3 tax exempt status or a similar qualified organization in one of the following categories: - college or university that grants a four year or higher degree is located in the u.s. And is accredited. - hospitals hospice and health and welfare organizations that are accredited by an appropriate regional or professional association and provide a service to the community. - cultural and community organizations such as museums orchestras libraries historical societies public broadcasting systems performing arts centers community centers food pantries animal shelters festivals zoos and botanical gardens.
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2025. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- Diane EarllPresident director
- Michele GreenDirector
- Sean RameyDirector
- Jennifer AdamsSecretary
- Derrick HutchinsonDirector
As listed in its 2025 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Health & Human Services (4 grants)
- Community & Civic (3 grants)
- Educational Institutions and Related Activities (1 grant)
How big its Tennessee grants are
| Grant size | Grants |
|---|---|
| Under $1,000 | 7 |
| $1,000 to $4,999 | 0 |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 1 |
From its 2025 IRS filing. Small groups: look at how many grants sit in the bands you'd ask for.
Tennessee organizations it funded
Hamilton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga Church Ministries Inc. | Chattanooga, Hamilton County | Community & Civic | $520 |
| Williamson County Schools | Thompsons Station, Williamson County | Educational Institutions and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | Health & Human Services | $600 |
| United Fund of Cumberland County Inc. | Crossville, Cumberland County | Community & Civic | $200 |
| Alsac St Jude | Memphis, Shelby County | Health & Human Services | $50 |
| Alsac St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | Health & Human Services | $38 |
| St Jude Children Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | Health & Human Services | $37 |
| Fairfield Glade Fire Department | Fairfield Glade, Cumberland County | Community & Civic | $25 |