Private foundation · Knoxville
Oak Ridge Foundation
In 2024 it gave 13 grants worth $84,354 to Tennessee groups, 2 of them in Sevier County. A typical grant was $1,000. Most often for: “Classroom materials/equipment”.
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Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 13 totaling $84,354 · 2 in Sevier County
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $1,000
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $1,000: the middle grant to the 12 Tennessee groups it funded for the first time in 2024.
- Where it gives
- Anderson County, Sevier County, Knox County, Roane County, Putnam County, Morgan County, Rhea County, Monroe County and 1 more
- Buildings & equipment
- 11 of its Tennessee grants went to buildings, renovations or equipment, e.g. “Classroom materials/equipment”
- Funds new groups? How we figure this
- 92% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2024 were new (not funded in 2023): 12 of 13.
- Total giving that year
- $84,354
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $84K | $84K | 13 |
| 2023 | $2.7M | $2.7M | 1 |
All grants paid To Tennessee
How to apply
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Board and officers
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- James RobertoPresident
- Sylvia DavisSecretary & treasurer
- Robert Van HookChairman
- William StairDirector
- Nicole PorterDirector
- Mark KeckDirector
- David KeimDirector
As listed in its 2024 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Classroom materials/equipment (11 grants)
- Stem education and outreach (1 grant)
- Program assistance (1 grant)
How big its Tennessee grants are
| Grant size | Grants |
|---|---|
| Under $1,000 | 1 |
| $1,000 to $4,999 | 11 |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 0 |
| $25,000 to $99,999 | 1 |
From its 2024 IRS filing. Small groups: look at how many grants sit in the bands you'd ask for.
Tennessee organizations it funded
Sevier 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatlinburg Pittman High School | Gatlinburg, Sevier County | Classroom materials/equipment | $2,000 |
| Gay Hardin Academy | Sevierville, Sevier County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| Ut-Battelle Development Corporation | Oak Ridge, Anderson County | Stem education and outreach | $72K |
| Education Foundation for Clinton City and Anderson Schools | Clinton, Anderson County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| L&n Stem Psta | Knoxville, Knox County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| Roane County Schools Education Foundation | Kingston, Roane County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| Fellowship of the Saints Ministry Inc. New Colossus Academy | Cookeville, Putnam County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| Oliver Springs High School | Oliver Springs, Morgan County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| Partners in Education Foundation | Knoxville, Knox County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| Rhea County High School | Evensville, Rhea County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| Sweetwater High School | Sweetwater, Monroe County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| Union County High School | Maynardville, Union County | Classroom materials/equipment | $1,000 |
| Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge | Oak Ridge, Anderson County | Program assistance | $100 |
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