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Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist

Nashville, Tennessee  ·  EIN 621103568  ·  Private foundation

Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist is a Tennessee-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $2.4M in annual giving against $36.8M in assets. This page documents the 1,849 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$2.4M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$36.8M
Total assets
1,849
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist funds

Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, faith-based (christian), food & agriculture, health care, and related causes.

Arts & CultureEducationFaith-Based (Christian)Food & AgricultureHealth CareHigher EducationHousing & HomelessnessLibraries & LiteracyYouth Development

Populations it has supported include children, families, older adults, women girls.

childrenfamiliesolder adultswomen girls

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Westminster Presbyterian Church
TO THE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN.
Nashville, TN$250K2017
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
THE DOROTHY (DOTTIE) CATE FRIST FOUNDATION ADVISED FUND.
Nashville, TN$204K2020
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
THE TRACY AND BILL FRIST FUND.
Nashville, TN$200K2022
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
COLOBUS MONKEY HABITAT EXHIBIT
Nashville, TN$200K2022
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
COLOBUS MONKEY HABITAT EXHIBIT
Nashville, TN$200K2023
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
COLOBUS MONKEY HABITAT EXHIBIT
Nashville, TN$200K2024
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
THE CAROL K. AND ROBERT A. FRIST, M.D. FUND.
Nashville, TN$186K2024
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
THE CAROL K. AND ROBERT A. FRIST, M.D. FUND.
Nashville, TN$186K2023
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
THE CAROL K. AND ROBERT A. FRIST, M.D. FUND.
Nashville, TN$186K2020
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
THE CAROL K. AND ROBERT A. FRIST, M.D. FUND.
Nashville, TN$186K2022
Love From Music City
SUPPORT FOR FOSTER CARE AND DCS SAFE ROOM.
Hendersonville, TN$170K2022
Upward Intuition Inc
THE DOROTHY CATE FRIST DESIGNATED SKATE SPOT IN HONOR OF AVERY STARK.
Pensacola, FL$150K2023
Bridge Ministry
FOR GENERAL SUPPORT.
Goodlettsville, TN$150K2018
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
FOR THE SWINGING BRIDGE PROJECT AT THE SPIDER MONKEY EXHIBIT.
Nashville, TN$140K2017
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
TO THE DOROTHY (DOTTIE) CATE FRIST FOUNDATION ADVISED FUND.
Nashville, TN$135K2017

Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2017$2.0M
2018$2.2M
2020$2.4M
2022$3.0M
2023$2.6M
2024$2.6M

How to apply for funding from Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist

Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist

Does Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist accept grant applications?
Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist fund?
Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Westminster Presbyterian Church, Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist give in grants?
Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist reported $2.4M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $14.8M over 1,849 grants.
Where is Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist located?
Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist is based in Nashville, Tennessee. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 621103568.
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About this profile. This page is built from Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.