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Formanek Foundation

Memphis, Tennessee  ·  EIN 261565007  ·  Private foundation

Formanek Foundation is a Tennessee-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $2.7M in annual giving against $41.8M in assets. This page documents the 112 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Formanek Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$2.7M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$41.8M
Total assets
112
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Formanek Foundation funds

Formanek Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, community improvement, criminal justice, education, and related causes.

Adult EducationArts & CultureCommunity ImprovementCriminal JusticeEducationEnvironment & ConservationFood & AgricultureHealth CareHigher EducationHousing & Homelessness

Populations it has supported include children, families, homeless population, low-income communities, older adults, women girls.

childrenfamilieshomeless populationlow-income communitiesolder adultswomen girlsyouth pop

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Formanek Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
State Collaborative on Reforming Education (tn Score)
TO PROMOTE PUBLIC EDUCATION AND ACADEMIC PROGRESS FOR TENNESSEE STUDENTS FROM KINDERGARTEN THROUGH CAREER
Nashville, TN$1.8M2022
Youth Villages
TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS THAT WILL SERVE BOTH CHILDREN IN NEED AS WELL AS THEIR PARENTS
Memphis, TN$1.3M2024
State Collaborative on Reforming Education (tn Score)
TO PROMOTE PUBLIC EDUCATION AND ACADEMIC PROGRESS FOR TENNESSEE STUDENTS FROM KINDERGARTEN THROUGH CAREER
Nashville, TN$1.1M2020
Brooks Museum
TO PROMOTE THE PROVISION OF VISUAL ART MEDIUM THROUGH DIVERSE EXHIBITS
Memphis, TN$1.0M2023
Alliance Foundation
TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS OF ALLIANCE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN SERVING THE MENTAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS OF THE MEMPHIS COMMUNITY
Memphis, TN$1.0M2023
Youth Villages
TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS THAT WILL SERVE BOTH CHILDREN IN NEED AS WELL AS THEIR PARENTS
Memphis, TN$1.0M2023
Brooks Museum
TO PROMOTE THE PROVISION OF VISUAL ART MEDIUM THROUGH DIVERSE EXHIBITS
Memphis, TN$1.0M2024
Church Health Center
TO SUPPORT THE PROVISION OF HEALTH CARE FOR UNDERINSURED PEOPLE
Memphis, TN$1.0M2022
Brooks Museum
TO PROMOTE THE PROVISION OF VISUAL ART MEDIUM THROUGH DIVERSE EXHIBITS
Memphis, TN$1.0M2022
Youth Villages
TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS THAT WILL SERVE BOTH CHILDREN IN NEED AS WELL AS THEIR PARENTS
Memphis, TN$1.0M2022
Church Health Center
TO SUPPORT THE PROVISION OF HEALTH CARE FOR UNDERINSURED PEOPLE
Memphis, TN$750K2024
Riverfront Development
TO PROMOTE THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF THE MISSISSIPPI BY SUPPORTING PUBLIC EVENTS ON THE RIVER.
Memphis, TN$600K2024
Riverfront Development
TO PROMOTE THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF THE MISSISSIPPI BY SUPPORTING PUBLIC EVENTS ON THE RIVER.
Memphis, TN$600K2022
Riverfront Development
TO PROMOTE THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF THE MISSISSIPPI BY SUPPORTING PUBLIC EVENTS ON THE RIVER.
Memphis, TN$600K2023
Church Health Center
TO SUPPORT THE PROVISION OF HEALTH CARE FOR UNDERINSURED PEOPLE
Memphis, TN$500K2023

Formanek Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$2.7M
2022$7.7M
2023$7.4M
2024$7.6M

How to apply for funding from Formanek Foundation

Formanek Foundation'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 Formanek Foundation

Does Formanek Foundation accept grant applications?
Formanek Foundation'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 Formanek Foundation fund?
Formanek Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Recent recipients include State Collaborative on Reforming Education (tn Score), Youth Villages, State Collaborative on Reforming Education (tn Score). Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Formanek Foundation give in grants?
Formanek Foundation reported $2.7M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $25.4M over 112 grants.
Where is Formanek Foundation located?
Formanek Foundation is based in Memphis, Tennessee. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 261565007.
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About this profile. This page is built from Formanek Foundation'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 Formanek Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.