Private foundation · Chipley, FL (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Leslie and Bonnie Trawick Family Foundat
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $8,000
- Typical grant
- $3,000 to $5,000 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $4,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County, Shelby County · plus 17 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
- $91,000
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $91K | $8,000 | 2 |
| 2024 | $76K | $8,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $50K | $8,000 | 2 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Mr james l trawick jr · chipley · 8506383822
- What to send
- All applications must be written and include the applicant's legal name, address, and a copy of the applicant's exempt determination letter (if applicable)
- Limits
- Grants are made to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 501 (c)(3) of the internal revenue code as may be selected by the board of directors in its absolute discretion in order to carry out the purpose of the corporation.
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 L Trawick JrDirector and president
- Jenee Trawick FloydDirector and sec/treasurer
- Emma TrawickDirector
- Jon FloydDirector
As listed in its 2025 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Assist in its charitable programs
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Nashville, Davidson County | Assist in its charitable programs | $5,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | Assist in its charitable programs | $3,000 |