Private foundation · Cary, MI (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Knier Family Foundation
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Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $2,600
- Typical grant
- $100 to $2,500 (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $1,300, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County, Davidson County · plus 36 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- 50% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2025 were new (not funded in 2023–2024): 1 of 2.
- Total giving that year
- $129K
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $129K | $2,600 | 2 |
| 2024 | $113K | $100 | 1 |
| 2023 | $95K | — | 0 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Steve and bonnie knier · cary · 9198161660
- What to send
- Letter form with irs determination letter stating the purpose of the grant request
- Deadlines
- December 1st
Next one: Dec 1, 2026 if the dates haven't changed since its 2025 filing - Limits
- Limited to awards for education, research, and/or medical assistance
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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- Steven J KnierTrustee
- Bonnie J KnierTrustee
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Nashville, Davidson County | General support | $2,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | General support | $100 |