Private foundation · Cordova
James H Prentiss Foundation
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 3 totaling $84,500
- Typical grant
- $10,000 to $38,500 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $36,000, 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
- Funds new groups?
- 33% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2024 were new (not funded in 2023): 1 of 3.
- Total giving that year
- $84,500
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $84K | $84K | 3 |
| 2023 | $82K | $80K | 3 |
How to apply
- Contact
- James h prentiss jr · cordova · 9016063034
- What to send
- No particular form
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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- James H Prentiss JrPresident
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way | Memphis, Shelby County | Charitable | $38K |
| Memphis Child Advocacy Center | Memphis, Shelby County | Charitable | $36K |
| Shelby Farms Park Conservancy | Memphis, Shelby County | Charitable | $10K |