Private foundation · Franklin
Living Legacy Foundation
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.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 8 totaling $8.2M
- Typical grant
- $45K to $425K (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $90K, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County, Williamson County, Shelby County · plus 40 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $18.7M
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.
What it funds most often
- Impact philanthropy
- Janie's fund
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Groups it already funds are good people to ask what the foundation looks for.
| Recipient | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philanthropic Impact Foundation | Franklin, Davidson County | General support | $7.3M |
| Catalyst Philanthropy Fund | Nashville, Davidson County | Impact philanthropy | $425K |
| Tj Martell Foundation | Nashville, Davidson County | General support | $150K |
| Porter's Call | Franklin, Williamson County | General support | $100K |
| Nashville Wine Auction | Nashville, Davidson County | General support | $80K |
| Angel Armies Inc. | Franklin, Williamson County | General support | $45K |
| Youth Villages Foundation Inc. | Memphis, Shelby County | Janie's fund | $42K |
| 5050 Foundation | Nashville, Davidson County | General support | $18K |