Private foundation · St Louis, MO (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
The William R Orthwein Jr and Laura
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $42,006
- Typical grant
- $42,006 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $42,006, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County · plus 42 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 2024 had also been funded in 2023. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $5.7 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.7M | $42K | 1 |
| 2023 | $5.3M | $38K | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- William r orthwein jr laura rand or · st louis · 3143061839 · foundation@wrolro.net
- What to send
- Applicants for funding must submit a complete proposal including an application form with a two-page cover letter.
- Deadlines
- The application deadline is june 1. Final decisions about grant awards will be made by november 30.
Next one: Nov 30, 2026 if the dates haven't changed since its 2024 filing - Limits
- Grants are not made to charities outside the united states.
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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- Nettie O DodgeDirector and president
- Stephen C JonesDirector and secretary
- Elisabeth BaconDirector and 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | General operating | $42K |