Public charity · Nashville
Brewer Family Foundation
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $502K
- Typical grant
- $502K to $502K (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $502K, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County
- Buildings & equipment
- 1 of its Tennessee grants went to buildings, renovations or equipment, e.g. “Restricted for the construction of a new science building at fisk...”
- Total giving that year
- $502K
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | — | 0 |
| 2024 | $502K | $502K | 1 |
How to apply
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Board and officers
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- Dr Janine SmithPresident
- William C Bowen Sr EsqVice president
- Frank SimmonsSecretary
- Roland ParrishTreasurer
- W Eric LusainDirector
- Wendy J Thompson JdDirector
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
- Restricted for the construction of a new science building at fisk university
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fisk University | Nashville, Davidson County | Restricted for the construction of a new science building at fisk university | $502K |