Private foundation · Wentzville, MO (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Tammy Stratman Brown Charities Ta 05152003
In 2024 it gave 2 grants worth $13,000 to Tennessee groups, 1 of them in Shelby County. A typical grant was $3,000 to $10,000.
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $13,000 · 1 in Shelby County
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $3,000 to $10,000 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $6,500, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County, Shelby County · plus 48 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
- Rarely: every Tennessee group it funded in 2024 had also been funded in 2023. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $283,900
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $284K | $13K | 2 |
| 2023 | $265K | $16K | 3 |
All grants paid To Tennessee
How to apply
- Contact
- Vicki Lederer · Wentzville · (636) 332-5636
- What to send
- Must complete an application and submit a 2-3 page essay detailing their interest and examples of their passion for their field of study and future career. Must also submit two personal reference letters.
- Deadlines
- The submission deadline is March 15th each year. Final recipients will be chosen by May 1st.
Next one: Mar 15, 2027 if the dates haven't changed since its 2024 filing - Limits
- Upwards of 20 scholarships ranging from $500-$4,000 are available to students living in the communities served by the Wentzville R-IV and Troy R-III school districts. Students must demonstrate a passion for their intended area of study at any accredited college, trade school, or university. Amounts are determined based on scores earned by demonstrating passion for their intended field of study through essay, portfolio, grades, and references. Upon final selection, the scholarships will be paid directly to the school following proof of enrollment, course schedule, and payment instructions. Recipients must submit annual reports as to their enrollment status and grades.
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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- Carl K StratmanTrustee
- Rhonda L ThompsonTrustee
- Vicki LedererTrustee
- Rachel StratmanTrustee
- Heather SchneiderTrustee
- Cheryl RussellMissionary outreach manage
- Andrea NorrisScholarship committee mana
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
- Scholarship Program -- Syria Lovelace (1 grant)
- General support of program. (1 grant)
Tennessee organizations it funded
Shelby 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Judes Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | General support of program. | $10K |
| Fisk University | Nashville, Davidson County | Scholarship Program -- Syria Lovelace | $3,000 |