The Bill Gatton Foundation
Bristol, Tennessee · EIN 621266284 · Private foundation
Based in Bristol, Tennessee, The Bill Gatton Foundation has awarded $64.4M across 34 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to University of Kentucky. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Bill Gatton Foundation funds
The Bill Gatton Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on education.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky EDUCATION | Lexington, KY | $13.2M | 2024 |
| University of Kentucky EDUCATION | Lexington, KY | $11.0M | 2022 |
| University of Kentucky Educational | Lexington, KY | $6.9M | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from The Bill Gatton Foundation
The Bill Gatton Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at billgattonfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Bill Gatton Foundation
- Does The Bill Gatton Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Bill Gatton Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Bill Gatton Foundation fund?
- The Bill Gatton Foundation's grants focus on education. Example recipients include University of Kentucky. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Bill Gatton Foundation give in grants?
- The Bill Gatton Foundation reported $7.2M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $64.4M over 34 grants.
- Where is The Bill Gatton Foundation located?
- The Bill Gatton Foundation is based in Bristol, Tennessee. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 621266284.
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