Private foundation · Auburn, IN (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
The James Foundation Inc.
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $1,000
- Typical grant
- $1,000 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $1,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Madison County · plus 448 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $11.5 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8.9M | — | 0 |
| 2024 | $11.7M | — | 0 |
| 2023 | $11.5M | $1,000 | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- The james foundation inc · auburn · 2603330068
- What to send
- Please visit www.thejamesfoundation.org to download and fill out the james foundation preliminary grant application.
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2023. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- Rick JamesChairman
- Vicki JamesPresident
- Stephanie FooteVice president
- Jeffrey TurnerSecretary
- Matt FetterDirector
- Jessica BussDirector
- Kendra KlinkExecutive director
As listed in its 2023 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Snack backpack ministry support - feeding over 220 kids for a weekend
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Inter-Faith Association | Jackson, Madison County | Snack backpack ministry support - feeding over 220 kids for a weekend | $1,000 |
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