Also known as: Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation · Wilson Foundation
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 626046687) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, The Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation reported 48 grants totaling $1,916,577 to 48 organizations across 3 states and territories. Its largest reported grant was $650,000 to University of Tennessee Foundation Inc.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee Foundation Inc | KNOXVILLE, TN | $650,000 |
| Emmanuel Center Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $150,000 |
| Knowledge Quest | MEMPHIS, TN | $105,000 |
| Memphis Brooks Museum of Art Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $102,500 |
| The Works Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $100,000 |
| Advance Memphis | MEMPHIS, TN | $50,000 |
| Christian Community Foundation of Memphis | MEMPHIS, TN | $50,000 |
| Urban Renaissance Partners Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $50,000 |
| Soulsville Charter School | MEMPHIS, TN | $32,000 |
| Memphis Delta Preparatory Charter School Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $30,000 |
| Bloc Ministries | CINCINNATI, OH | $25,000 |
| Innovate Memphis | MEMPHIS, TN | $25,000 |
| Lemoyne-Owen College | MEMPHIS, TN | $25,000 |
| One Family Memphis ROX | MEMPHIS, TN | $25,000 |
| Rhodes College | MEMPHIS, TN | $25,000 |
| Soulsville Foundation | MEMPHIS, TN | $25,000 |
| Streets Ministries | MEMPHIS, TN | $25,000 |
| University of Memphis Foundation | MEMPHIS, TN | $25,000 |
| Visible Music College | MEMPHIS, TN | $25,000 |
| Allmemphis | MEMPHIS, TN | $20,000 |
| Apple Seeds Inc | GERMANTOWN, TN | $20,000 |
| Memphis Black Arts Alliance | MEMPHIS, TN | $20,000 |
| Score CDC | MEMPHIS, TN | $20,000 |
| Slingshot Memphis Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $20,000 |
| South Memphis Alliance | MEMPHIS, TN | $20,000 |
| Vance Avenue Youth Development Center | MEMPHIS, TN | $20,000 |
| ARISE2READ | MEMPHIS, TN | $15,000 |
| Codecrew | MEMPHIS, TN | $15,000 |
| Memphis Theological Seminary | MEMPHIS, TN | $15,000 |
| Hutchison School | MEMPHIS, TN | $13,887 |
| Briarcrest Christian School | EADS, TN | $12,580 |
| City Leadership | MEMPHIS, TN | $10,000 |
| Families Matter Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $10,000 |
| Forward Memphis | MEMPHIS, TN | $10,000 |
| Launchyourcity Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $10,000 |
| Memphis Inner City Rugby | MEMPHIS, TN | $10,000 |
| Memphis Medical District Collaborative | MEMPHIS, TN | $10,000 |
| Memphis Symphony Orchestra Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $10,000 |
| Protect Our Aquifer | MEMPHIS, TN | $10,000 |
| Teach for America | NEW YORK, NY | $10,000 |
| Thistle and BEE Enterprises Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $10,000 |
| Memphis University School | MEMPHIS, TN | $9,900 |
| ST Mary's Episcopal School | MEMPHIS, TN | $5,710 |
| Lite Memphis | MEMPHIS, TN | $5,000 |
| Memory Makers of the Midsouth | GERMANTOWN, TN | $5,000 |
| Memphis Family Connection Center | MEMPHIS, TN | $5,000 |
| Memphis-Shelby County LAW Enforcement Foundation Inc | MEMPHIS, TN | $5,000 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
