Foundations that fund organizations in Decherd, Tennessee
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Decherd nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $173K to Decherd organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Decherd around $25K. 2 of these funders are based in Tennessee; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Decherd
- $173K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $25K
- Based in TN
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Decherd organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoller Foundation | Houston, TX | 2 | $120K | $60K | Yes | General support; Ministry |
| The Cartinhour-Woods Foundation Inc | Chattanooga, TN | 2 | $50K | $25K | Preselected only | Operating funds |
| Angel Fund Charitable Institution Inc | Estill Springs, TN | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Yes | Assist with the mission of the organization |
| Estelle Abe & Marjorie Sanders Tn Fdn | Birmingham, AL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | General operating |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Decherd, Tennessee?
Stoller Foundation, The Cartinhour-Woods Foundation Inc, Angel Fund Charitable Institution Inc, Estelle Abe & Marjorie Sanders Tn Fdn reported grants to Decherd organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Decherd. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.