Private foundation · Tulsa, OK (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
William S & Ann Atherton Foundation
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $2,000
- Typical grant
- $2,000 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $2,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Lewis County · plus 38 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $3 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.3M | — | 0 |
| 2023 | $3M | $2,000 | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Jessica faubert · tulsa · 9187493953
- What to send
- Description of program and outline of needs
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2023. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- William S AthertonChairman
- D Ann AthertonDirector
- Jessica Ann FaubertPresident
- J Thomas AthertonTreasurer
- M Dirk AthertonDirector
- Preston B SmithSecretary
As listed in its 2023 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elephant Sanctuary | Hohenwald, Lewis County | General fund | $2,000 |