Private foundation · Patterson, LA (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
The Felterman Foundation
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $750
- Typical grant
- $750 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $750, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 64 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- Rarely: every Tennessee group it funded in 2025 had also been funded in 2023–2024. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $78,650
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $79K | $750 | 1 |
| 2024 | $69K | $750 | 1 |
| 2023 | $67K | $750 | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- The felterman foundation · patterson · 9853955341
- What to send
- Although not restricted by its articles of incorporation, the current policy is to provide donations only to not for profit institutions organized for an educational or religious purpose or governmental units for civic activities. Any party interested in soliciting funds from the foundation should submit an application containing the names and addresses of the soliciting organization, its not for profit function, and how the funds would be utilized in the furtherance of such function.
- Limits
- The foundation assumes no responsibility for processing such application. The foundation also does not guarantee that funds will be awarded to any applicant.
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2025. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- Daniel C FeltermanPresident
- Lisa F KornegayVice president
- Ben FeltermanDirector
- Jody M FeltermanTreasurer
As listed in its 2025 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Support for pediatric cancer treatment, research, and family support services
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | Support for pediatric cancer treatment, research, and family support services | $750 |