Private foundation · Columbia, MD (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Wr Grace Foundation Inc.
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 6 totaling $10,000
- Typical grant
- $1,000 to $2,500 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $1,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Hamilton County, Marion County · plus 96 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- 17% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2024 were new (not funded in 2023): 1 of 6.
- Total giving that year
- $1.3 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.3M | $10K | 6 |
| 2023 | $853K | $10K | 6 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Httpsgraceversaiccomlogin · san mateo · 8177129495 · https://grace.versaic.com/login
- What to send
- No forms are required. However, each request should be submitted via e-mail with the following information: 1. The nature and background of the organization; 2. The sum being requested; 3. The specific purpose of the grant request; and 4. Photocopy of the current irs determination letter. Should the foundation express further interest in the organization, it would require in addition to the above: 1. A current financial statement; and 2. A list of current donors, particularly companies, foundations and governmental agencies, indicating the amounts contributed on an annual basis.
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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- Anthony YooChairman & secretary
- Michael J BrownDirector, vice chairman & treasurer
- Edwin C SparksDirector & vice chairman
- Kerrie WolfeDirector & vice chairman
- Rachel FlammAssistant treasurer
- Terrence A PuglisiAssistant treasurer
- Melissa SellersAssistant secretary
- Mary CrumholtDesignated signer
- George WelshDesignated signer
- Sean DempseyAnnual report signer
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
- Education & science
- Health & social welfare
- Urban, civic & culture
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton County Dept of Education | Chattanooga, Hamilton County | Education & science | $3,500 |
| Sisken Children's Institute | Chattanooga, Hamilton County | Health & social welfare | $2,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Chattanooga | Chattanooga, Hamilton County | Education & science | $1,000 |
| Chattanooga Room in the Inn | Chattanooga, Hamilton County | Health & social welfare | $1,000 |
| Tennessee Aquarium | Chattanooga, Hamilton County | Urban, civic & culture | $1,000 |
| Waterways | Chatanooga, Marion County | Education & science | $1,000 |
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