Private foundation · Nashville
Micah Charitable Foundation
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 3 totaling $3,475 · 3 in Davidson County
- Typical grant
- $275 to $2,000 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $1,200, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County · plus 7 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- 33% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2025 were new (not funded in 2023–2024): 1 of 3.
- Total giving that year
- $15,282
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15K | $3,475 | 3 |
| 2024 | $14K | $3,529 | 3 |
| 2023 | $45K | $9,524 | 4 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Richard curtis · Nashville · 6153771308 · richard@curtisit.com
- What to send
- Detail explanation of charitable purpose and amount requested. A copy of recent financial statements.
- Limits
- Available funds
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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- Richard L CurtisTrustee
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
- Poor children camp
- Homeless relief
- Homeless shelter
Tennessee organizations it funded
Davidson County grants are listed first, then the largest. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Care Fellowship | Nashville, Davidson County | Homeless shelter | $2,000 |
| Barefoot Republic | Nashville, Davidson County | Poor children camp | $1,200 |
| Bridge Ministry | Nashville, Davidson County | Homeless relief | $275 |