Washington Foundation
Nashville, Tennessee · EIN 620649477 · Private foundation
Washington Foundation is a private foundation based in Nashville, Tennessee. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $827K in giving and $13.0M in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 413 individual grants from this funder — $3.5M awarded across 2017–2023 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Washington Foundation funds
Washington Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, criminal justice, disaster relief & emergency aid, faith-based (christian), food & agriculture, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, youth pop.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry UNRESTRICTED GIFT | Nashville, TN | $40K | 2018 |
| Cumberland Heights UNRESTRICTED GIFT | Nashville, TN | $40K | 2017 |
| Nashville Symphony Association UNRESTRICTED GIFT | Nashville, TN | $40K | 2017 |
How to apply for funding from Washington Foundation
Washington 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 Washington Foundation
- Does Washington Foundation accept grant applications?
- Washington 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 Washington Foundation fund?
- Washington Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry, Cumberland Heights, Nashville Symphony Association. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Washington Foundation give in grants?
- Washington Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $827K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $3.5M over 413 grants.
- Where is Washington Foundation located?
- Washington Foundation is based in Nashville, Tennessee. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 620649477.
- How can I find foundations similar to Washington Foundation?
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