Public charity · Memphis
Literacy Mid-South Inc.
In 2024 it gave 4 grants worth $40,000 to Tennessee groups. A typical grant was $10,000. Most often for: “Program expenses”.
Its tax filing doesn't say how to apply. Check its website or call before sending anything.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 4 totaling $40,000
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $10,000
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $10,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $352,803
How to apply
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Board and officers
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- John NicholsInterim executive director
- Dana MigliaccioChair
- Meghan CullenChair
- Ashley JohnsonSecretary
- Tim StakemTreasurer
- Crystal CookDirector
- Edith GnanadassDirector
- Cherhonda Mason-AyersDirector
- Chandra TuggleDirector
- Venita DoggettDirector
- Wendy GriswoldDirector
- Chantale HillardDirector
- Michelle ArmstrongDirector
- Samuel BachelorDirector
- Jerry JohnsonDirector
- Mark SpanierDirector
As listed in its 2024 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Program expenses (4 grants)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading With Mrs Richardson | Memphis, Shelby County | Program expenses | $10K |
| Telisa Franklin Ministries | Memphis, Shelby County | Program expenses | $10K |
| Raleigh Community Church of Christ | Memphis, Shelby County | Program expenses | $10K |
| Operation Taking Back 901 | Memphis, Shelby County | Program expenses | $10K |
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