Private foundation · Kansas City, MO (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Muriel Mcbrien Kauffman Family
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $5,000
- Typical grant
- $1,000 to $4,000 (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $2,500, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County · plus 187 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- 100% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2024 were new (not funded in 2023): 2 of 2.
- Total giving that year
- $12.2M
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12.2M | $5,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $10.1M | — | 0 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Julia i kauffman · kansas city · 8169321219
- What to send
- Description of organization, purpose and use of funds requested.
- Limits
- Some geographic and charitable fields limitations.
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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- Alexandra E MooreDirector
- Amy ClarkCoo
- Cara Z NewellDirector
- David LadyCio/director
- George P JandlDirector
- Julia Irene KauffmanChairman/ceo
- Julia Power WeldDirector
- Lauren Mm LapointeDirector
- Peter W BrownDirector
- Sharon BlickensderferCfo/treasurer
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
- Matching gift
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Association - TN Chapter | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching gift | $4,000 |
| Nashville Steam Preservation Society Inc. | Nashville, Davidson County | Matching gift | $1,000 |
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