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Private foundation · San Antonio, TX (gives in Tennessee from out of state)

Genevieve & Ward Orsinger Foundation

Invitation only

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. See its board and officers below: do you or your board know any of them?

Grants in Tennessee
1 totaling $1,500
Typical grant
$1,500 to $1,500 (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
A realistic first ask
About $1,500, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
Where it gives
Shelby County · plus 73 grants outside Tennessee
Buildings & equipment
None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
Total giving that year
$3.2M

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.

Board and officers

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  • Linda McdavittPresident/ceo
  • Nancy MayVice president
  • Patricia MeyerSecretary
  • Michael BaconTrustee
  • Cyndi HensleyTrustee
  • John J McdavittTrustee
  • Richard OrsingerTrustee

As listed in its 2023 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.

What it funds most often

  • Treatment for st. jude patients

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.

RecipientWherePurposeAmount
St Jude Children's Research HospitalMemphis, Shelby CountyTreatment for st. Jude patients$1,500

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