Private foundation · Lincoln, NE (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Creigh Family Foundation
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $750
- Typical grant
- $750 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $750, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County · plus 50 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- Rarely: every Tennessee group it funded in 2025 had also been funded in 2023–2024. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $330,250
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $330K | $750 | 1 |
| 2024 | $296K | $750 | 1 |
| 2023 | $290K | $750 | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Creigh Family Foundation · Lincoln · 4024772200
- What to send
- Application should be made by letter to the board and include the following: - the purpose for which the funds will be used - a list of current officers, directors, and trustees - a copy of the letter from the internal revenue service, authorizing irc section 501 (c)(3) status.
- Limits
- Organizations must function within the united states or its possessions.
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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- James C CreighPresident / treasurer / director
- John W CreighVice president / director
- Mary Elizabeth Creigh PfeilSecretary / director
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. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Assoc for State & Local History | Nashville, Davidson County | General operations | $750 |