Private foundation · Springfield, MO (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Oreilly Automotive Foundation Inc.
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $25,000
- Typical grant
- $25,000 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $25,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Montgomery County · plus 50 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- Rarely: every Tennessee group it funded in 2025 had also been funded in 2023–2024. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $1.5 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.5M | $25K | 1 |
| 2024 | $1M | $20K | 2 |
| 2023 | $494K | $10K | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- O'Reilly Automotive Foundation · Pittsburgh · privatefoundationsolutions@pnc.com
- What to send
- Applicants should visit: https://www.cybergrants.com/pncprivatebank/Oreilly_auto to determine eligibility and receive guidance on required materials and next steps for submitting an application or letter of inquiry for consideration.
- Deadlines
- Check Foundation website for application deadlines.
- Limits
- Check Foundation website for award limitations/restrictions
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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- Tamara ConnSecretary
- Eric BirdTreasurer
- David O'reillyChair of the board of directors
- Greg HensleeDirector
- Brad BeckhamDirector
- Julie GrayPresident/executive director
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
- 2025 General Operating Support - Manna Cafe Ministries
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manna Cafe Ministries | Clarksville, Montgomery County | 2025 General Operating Support - Manna Cafe Ministries | $25K |