Private foundation · Birmingham, AL (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
William W Jenkins Char Rmdr Trust
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Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 8 totaling $24K
- Typical grant
- $1,516 to $6,063 (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $2,273, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County, Putnam County, White County, Knox County
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $24K
How to apply
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Board and officers
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- Regions BankTrustee
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. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Theological University | Cookeville, Putnam County | General operating | $6,063 |
| Central Church of Christ | Sparta, White County | General operating | $6,063 |
| University of Tennessee Foundation | Knoxville, Knox County | General operating | $3,031 |
| Lipscomb University | Nashville, Davidson County | General operating | $3,031 |
| Upper Cumberland Public Television | Cookeville, Putnam County | General operating | $1,516 |
| Nashville Public Radio | Nashville, Davidson County | General operating | $1,516 |
| Nashville Public Television | Nashville, Davidson County | General operating | $1,516 |
| White County High School | Sparta, White County | General operating | $1,516 |