Foundations that fund organizations in Sparta, Tennessee
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Sparta nonprofits
6 private foundations gave $28K to Sparta organizations in their latest filings; 4 of the 6 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Sparta around $3,789. 3 of these funders are based in Tennessee; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 6
- Accept applications
- 4
- of 6 that state a policy
- Dollars to Sparta
- $28K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $3,789
- Based in TN
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Sparta organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlett Family Foundation | Nashville, TN | 1 | $11K | $11K | Yes | Tuition |
| William W Jenkins Char Rmdr Trust | Birmingham, AL | 2 | $7,579 | $3,789 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Christian Scholarships Missions and Projects Foundations | Sparta, TN | 1 | $7,165 | $7,165 | Yes | Missions |
| The Dalton Family Foundation | Twinsburg, OH | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Yes | Donation for general operations |
| Baird Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Health and human services |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
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 Sparta, Tennessee?
Scarlett Family Foundation, William W Jenkins Char Rmdr Trust, Christian Scholarships Missions and Projects Foundations, The Dalton Family Foundation, Baird Foundation Inc and 1 others reported grants to Sparta 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 Sparta. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.