Private foundation · EIN 27-2378279 · Franklin, Tennessee · Religion

Center for Sustainable Stewardship

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 0 grants paid, total.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
0
Median grant
—
Stays in TN
—
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$4.4M

About this foundation

Center for Sustainable Stewardship is a private grantmaking foundation in Franklin, Tennessee, administered in care of Jonathan Oppenheimer, tax-exempt since 2014. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Center for Sustainable Stewardship accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Center for Sustainable Stewardship give each year?

Center for Sustainable Stewardship reports about $4.4M in assets. Its 990-PF return shows total grants paid each year.

Where does Center for Sustainable Stewardship give?

Center for Sustainable Stewardship is based in Franklin, TN. Most private foundations give mainly in their home region.

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