Private foundation · Franklin
The Shepherds Foundation Inc.
This foundation says it only funds groups it chooses itself. Don't send an unsolicited application. If your work fits, the usual path is an introduction through someone the foundation already knows, such as a board member or a current grantee.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 4 totaling $3.9M
- Typical grant
- $20K to $3.1M (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $365K, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County, Williamson County · plus 1 grant outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $3.9M
How to apply
The foundation's filing doesn't describe how to apply. Look for a website, or send a short letter asking whether it accepts requests.
What it funds most often
- Legacy campaign
- Operating fund
- Medical costs
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Groups it already funds are good people to ask what the foundation looks for.
| Recipient | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mike and Teresa Foundation | Franklin, Williamson County | Charitable | $3.1M |
| Diocese of Nashville | Nashville, Davidson County | Legacy campaign | $710K |
| Fourteenth Avenue Baptist | Nashville, Davidson County | Operating fund | $20K |
| Hunter Garstin | Nashville, Davidson County | Medical costs | $20K |