Ellmma Foundation

Deacon Charitable Foundation

Citrus Heights, CA

The Deacon Charitable Foundation funds human services, animal welfare, and environmental work, including programs for children and families, housing, health, education, conservation, and animal protection. Grants are generally $1,000–$10,000 (2025 awards ranged from $60 to $15,000), primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington, with Idaho also noted. It accepts applications by invitation only.

M J Murdock Charitable Trust

Vancouver, WA

The M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust funds nonprofit capacity-building projects, including program and staff expansion, capital improvements, and equipment or technology, across areas such as education, health, arts, and community services. Its 2024 grants ranged from $4,000 to about $1.55 million, with a median of $87,000; it focuses on Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington, and also considers projects with more than half their impact there. Applicants start with an eligibility assessment and, if eligible, submit a Letter of Inquiry; the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

Hardy Huntley Charitable Foundation Inc

Allen, TX

The foundation supports assistance programs, including organizations serving children, families, and young people. Its 2025 grants ranged from $400 to $7,500, with a median of $5,000, and went to organizations in Florida, North Carolina, and Texas. It says to contact the foundation for an application and does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.

Santander Consumer USA Inc Foundation

Dallas, TX

Santander Consumer USA Inc. Foundation funds education and workforce preparation, financial and economic mobility, transportation access, sustainability and crisis recovery, and social and racial equity, particularly for underserved communities. Its 2025 grants ranged from $25,000 to $2,549,936, with a median of $115,000, supporting communities where Santander Consumer USA or its employees are present, primarily in Texas. It gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Zarpet Family Foundation

Chicago, IL

The Zarpet Family Foundation is a private family foundation established in 2019 and based in Chicago, Illinois. With total assets of approximately $35.7 million, the foundation distributed $826,460 in grants during 2023 across 9 awards. The foundation operates as a private independent foundation under IRS classification 501(c)(3) and does not maintain a public website, publicize application guidelines, or accept unsolicited proposals. Instead, trustees identify grantees through discretion and pre-existing relationships, making it a relationship-driven foundation with funding activity across multiple states including Colorado, Florida, Michigan, New York, Ohio, and Texas.

Vansickle Family Foundation

Dallas, TX

Byrne Family Foundation Trust

Dallas, TX

The Byrne Family Foundation Trust primarily funds education for children and educators, along with domestic animal welfare, in Dallas County, Texas, and Summit County, Utah. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $200,000, with a median of $7,807; its Fast Track program offers up to $10,000 for urgent needs. A brief application is available for Fast Track grants; the profile does not specify whether it accepts unsolicited requests for other grants.

Kayser Family Foundation Inc

Lafayette, CA

Thornton Family Foundation

Dallas, TX

The Thornton Family Foundation supports a varied range of causes, including environment and nature, children and youth, international relief, faith, health, education, and community improvement. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,000 to $30,000, with a median of $10,000; recipients were in Texas and several other states. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Hillcrest Foundation

Dallas, TX

Hillcrest Foundation funds Texas charitable organizations working in education, health, and poverty relief, with most grants going to Dallas County and nearby communities. Its typical grant is around $55,000, though awards range from $10,000 to $500,000. It accepts online applications from eligible organizations.

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc

Nashville, TN

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee supports nonprofits through community impact and fund-specific grants across a range of charitable areas, primarily serving Middle Tennessee. Its 2024 grants had a median of $8,500, though awards varied widely; it accepts applications for annual Special Interest Grants, but is not opening a new competitive Community Impact cycle for 2026–2027.

HCA Healthcare Foundation

Nashville, TN

HCA Healthcare Foundation funds community health and health equity, including primary care, basic needs, education, and the arts; its Middle Tennessee Fund serves nine counties, while other initiatives support communities served by HCA Healthcare. In 2024, grants ranged from $1,000 to $9.65 million, with a median of $5,000. It accepts requests through an Applicant Inquiry Form for new applicants and organizations that have not received funding in 18 months; staff provide next steps after review.