Public charity · Memphis
Mdcdc Inc.
In 2025 it gave 10 grants worth $73,336 to Tennessee groups. A typical grant was $7,000 to $7,500. Most often for: “Community Development”.
Its tax filing doesn't say how to apply. Check its website or call before sending anything.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 10 totaling $73,336
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $7,000 to $7,500 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants over $5,000, the only ones its filing lists)
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $7,500: the middle grant to the 9 Tennessee groups it funded for the first time in 2025. Its filing lists only grants over $5,000, so smaller first grants aren't counted.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 3 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups? How we figure this
- 90% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2025 were new (not funded in 2024): 9 of 10.
- Total giving that year
- $194,965
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $195K | $73K | 10 |
| 2024 | — | $80K | 7 |
All grants paid To Tennessee
How to apply
Public charities don't report how to apply on their IRS return. Check its website for open grant rounds, or search GrantMe for its programs.
Board and officers
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- Dr Michael UgwuekeChairman
- Mr Ike AnandVice chair
- Dr Lewis ReichSecretary
- Dr Michelle TaylorTreasurer
- Mr Antonio AdamsDirector
- Dr Peter BuckleyDirector
- Msashley McdurmonDirector
- Dr Reginald CoopwoodDirector
- Dr Tracy HallDirector
- Mr Pitt HydeDirector
- Dr Hampton HopkinsDirector
- Mr Doug McgowenDirector
- Ms Chandell RyanDirector
- Mr Joe VaughnDirector
- Mr John WebbDirector
- Rory ThomasPresident & ceo
- Keesa MitchellVice president
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
- Community Development (10 grants)
How big its Tennessee grants are
| Grant size | Grants |
|---|---|
| Under $1,000 | 0 |
| $1,000 to $4,999 | 0 |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 9 |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1 |
From its 2025 IRS filing. Grants of $5,000 or less aren't listed on the form public charities file (Schedule I), so small grants are missing here.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inkan Builders | Memphis, Shelby County | Community Development | $10K |
| Bar Limina | Memphis, Shelby County | Community Development | $7,500 |
| Sam Toliver | Memphis, Shelby County | Community Development | $7,500 |
| Daavon Grayson | Memphis, Shelby County | Community Development | $7,500 |
| Cece Glenn ( Ark 5 Llc) | Germantown, Shelby County | Community Development | $7,500 |
| Ashleigh Hayes Dba Evolve Pilates | Memphis, Shelby County | Community Development | $7,000 |
| Malone Park Commons | Memphis, Shelby County | Community Development | $7,000 |
| Airport City Executive Center - Cafe & Catering | Memphis, Shelby County | Community Development | $7,000 |
| Lavish A Luxe Boutique | Memphis, Shelby County | Community Development | $6,586 |
| The Hospitality Hub of Memphis | Memphis, Shelby County | Community Development | $5,750 |
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