Private foundation · EIN 87-4029399 · Nashville, Tennessee · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Paths to Freedom

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: 4 grants paid, $164K total, median $12K. 100% of grants stayed in Tennessee.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
4
$164K
Median grant
$12K
Stays in TN
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.8M

Grants paid in 2024

4 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Davis House Child Advocacy CenterFranklin, TNSupport services for children who have experienced abuse$137K
Impact Youth OutreachMadison, TNTo facilitate positive relationships with inner city, at-risk youth through mentorship, scholarship, and educational programming that encou…$13K
Serve and ProtectFranklin, TNTo provide services to first responders and safety professionals who have experienced PTSD or other mental health challenges. The goal is t…$10K
Oz Arts NashvilleNashville, TNTo support the creation, development and presentation of significant performing and visual art works by leading artists whose contribution…$4,250

About this foundation

Paths to Freedom is a private grantmaking foundation in Nashville, Tennessee, tax-exempt since 2023. 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 Paths to Freedom 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 Paths to Freedom give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $164K across 4 grants, a median of $12K.

Where does Paths to Freedom give?

Tennessee (4 grants), per its latest filing.

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