Private foundation · Memphis
Dobbs 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
- 5 totaling $2.2M
- Typical grant
- $10K to $450K (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $250K, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 1 grant outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $2.2M
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.
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.
| Recipient | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hutchison School | Memphis, Shelby County | General operating | $1.5M |
| St Georges Independent School Foundation | Collierville, Shelby County | General operating | $450K |
| Memphis University School | Memphis, Shelby County | General operating | $250K |
| Carnival Education Fund | Memphis, Shelby County | General operating | $10K |
| Downline Ministries | Germantown, Shelby County | General operating | $5,000 |