Foundations that fund organizations in Jamestown, Tennessee
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Jamestown nonprofits
9 private foundations gave $33K to Jamestown organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 9 that say either way accept applications.
21 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Jamestown around $500. 2 of these funders are based in Tennessee; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 9
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 9 that state a policy
- Dollars to Jamestown
- $33K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 21
- Typical median grant
- $500
- Based in TN
- 22%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Jamestown organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fentress County Education and Community | Jamestown, TN | 12 | $19K | $1,500 | Yes | Community Enhancement; Senior Prom; Christmas Shopping Spree for needy families |
| The Mori Family Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 2 | $8,000 | $4,000 | Preselected only | General & Unrestricted |
| Positive Step Foundation Inc | Howell, MI | 1 | $3,500 | $3,500 | Preselected only | To provide lifelong sanctuary care to vulnerable animals an… |
| Sperling Family Charitable Foundation | Birmingham, AL | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Casey Family Programs | Seattle, WA | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Employee matching gift - for general operating support |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
| Citizens Charitable Foundation | Johnston, RI | 1 | $208 | $208 | Preselected only | Matching gifts |
| Faith & Hope Pet Sanctuary | Pendleton, SC | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | Animal control |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 1 | $38 | $38 | Preselected only | Volunteer program |
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 Jamestown, Tennessee?
Fentress County Education and Community, The Mori Family Foundation, Positive Step Foundation Inc, Sperling Family Charitable Foundation, Casey Family Programs and 4 others reported grants to Jamestown 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 Jamestown. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.