The Melkus Family Foundation
Nashville, Tennessee · EIN 621518285 · Private foundation
The Melkus Family Foundation is a Tennessee-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $4.3M in annual giving against $43.7M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 269 grants for The Melkus Family Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Melkus Family Foundation funds
The Melkus Family Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on domestic violence, food & agriculture, health care, higher education.
Populations it has supported include children, families.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Rescue Committee TO FURTHER ONE OR MORE OF THE EXEMPT PURPOSES OF THE CHARITY | New York, NY | $1.2M | 2023 |
| International Rescue Committee TO FURTHER ONE OR MORE OF THE EXEMPT PURPOSES OF THE CHARITY | New York, NY | $1.0M | 2024 |
| International Rescue Committee TO FURTHER ONE OR MORE OF THE EXEMPT PURPOSES OF THE CHARITY | New York, NY | $1.0M | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from The Melkus Family Foundation
The Melkus Family 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.
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Frequently asked questions about The Melkus Family Foundation
- Does The Melkus Family Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Melkus Family 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 Melkus Family Foundation fund?
- The Melkus Family Foundation's grants focus on domestic violence. Example recipients include International Rescue Committee. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Melkus Family Foundation give in grants?
- The Melkus Family Foundation reported $4.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $22.3M over 269 grants.
- Where is The Melkus Family Foundation located?
- The Melkus Family Foundation is based in Nashville, Tennessee. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 621518285.
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