Tennessee Foundation for Architecture
Tennessee Foundation for Architecture is a nonprofit organization, based in Brentwood, TN. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $305K in total assets. Net investment income was $10K.
Tennessee Foundation for Architecture at a glance
- Total assets
- $305,478
- +15.3% vs 2023
- Revenue (2024)
- $47,506
- +6.0% vs 2023
- Net investment income (2024)
- $9,788
- -22.2% vs 2023
- Expenses (2024)
- $6,944
- +8.8% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Tennessee Foundation for Architecture funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
8 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 8 grants of 8 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $19K (2020) to $37K (2022). In 2022 it made 5 grants totaling $37K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Civic Design Center Nashville, TN | Public Outreach Program | $15,000 |
| College of Architecture Desigh Knoxville, TN | Scholarships | $6,789 |
| East Tennessee Comm Design Knoxville, TN | Public Outreach Program | $5,500 |
| AIA Memphis Memphis, TN | Public Outreach Program | $5,000 |
| AIA Tennessee Nashville, TN | Public Outreach Programs | $5,000 |
Ready to take the next step with Tennessee Foundation for Architecture?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $305,478 | $47,506 | $6,944 | — | — | — | $9,788 |
| 2023 | $264,916 | $44,838 | $6,384 | — | — | — | $12,586 |
| 2022 | $226,462 | $-1,175 | $44,640 | $37,289 | 5 | $37,289 | $5,152 |
| 2021 | $272,277 | $41,314 | $4,449 | — | — | $4,449 | $22,881 |
| 2020 | $235,412 | $4,102 | $22,299 | $18,900 | 3 | — | $805 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Tennessee Foundation for Architecture is led by P Jeanne Myers, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 8 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
P Jeanne Myers
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
James K Christain
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Josh Flowers
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Scott Busby
Director
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Ashley Cates
Ex-Officio
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Beth Meadows
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Rebecca R Conrad
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Trey Wheeler
Executive Officio
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Frank Wagster (2020–2023) — Past President
- Former: Scott Poole (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Jennifer Barker (2023) — Director
- Former: Jessica Stack (2023) — Director
- Former: Amy Howard Sherrill (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Greg Campbell (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: J Scott Busby (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Robin L Vasa (2020–2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Tennessee Foundation for Architecture
How large is Tennessee Foundation for Architecture?
Tennessee Foundation for Architecture reported $305K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $48K.
Where does Tennessee Foundation for Architecture operate?
Tennessee Foundation for Architecture has awarded grants in Tennessee.
What is Tennessee Foundation for Architecture's EIN?
Tennessee Foundation for Architecture's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-1679107. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Other open foundation grants in Tennessee
Tennessee Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Tennessee Foundation for Architecture's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Tennessee
Carolyn Smith Foundation
Hendersonville, TN
The Carolyn Smith Foundation funds economic prosperity—especially housing, food security, and economic mobility—and dementia and neurodegenerative disease, as well as animal welfare, education, arts and culture, the environment, and healthcare. It primarily supports nonprofits serving Middle Tennessee, especially Davidson and Sumner Counties, and its 2025 grants had a median of $15,000, ranging from $328 to $225,000. It accepts unsolicited requests through its Spring application cycle; the 2026 cycle has closed, and the next is scheduled for February 1, 2027.
Assets
$2.1M
Grants
165
Total Given
$4.8M
South Cumberland Community Fund
Monteagle, TN
The South Cumberland Community Fund supports nonprofits across the Plateau, funding local projects and organizational development such as stronger administration, clearer missions, and strategic planning. Its 2024 grants averaged about $14,000, with awards ranging from roughly $5,600 to $38,000; its materials do not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
—
Grants
16
Total Given
$224K
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc
Nashville, TN
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee supports nonprofits across a range of needs, including housing, disaster relief, education, health, public safety, and the arts. Its 2024 grants had a median award of $8,500, with amounts ranging widely; it primarily serves Middle Tennessee, with 76% of 2024 grant dollars going to Tennessee recipients. Special Interest Grant applications are submitted through its grants portal; no new competitive Community Impact cycle is planned for fiscal year 2026–2027.
Assets
$832.0M
Grants
2,450
Total Given
$107.1M
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
Vanderbilt University’s grants primarily support research, alongside priorities tied to education, healthcare, and improving the human condition. In 2025 it awarded 208 grants ranging from $250 to $54.3 million, with a median of about $50,800; 65% of grant dollars went to Tennessee recipients. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$14.8B
Grants
208
Total Given
$91.2M
Sandra Schatten Foundation
Nashville, TN
The foundation supports cultural, educational, public-space, library, and media organizations, primarily in Tennessee. Its 2024 grants had a median of $11,250, though awards ranged from $25 to $731,500. It gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$7.2M
Grants
38
Total Given
$1.8M
Dollar General Employee Assistance
Goodletsville, TN
The foundation provides emergency financial assistance to active Dollar General employees and their families facing qualifying hardships, such as a home loss, a death, or a serious illness or injury. In 2026, grants ranged from $37 to $6,000, with a median of $2,000; all reported recipients were in Tennessee. It accepts applications from eligible employees, who must submit supporting documentation.
Assets
$5.8M
Grants
957
Total Given
$1.7M
More similar funders
More Funders in Tennessee
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Tennessee Foundation for Architecture's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Tennessee Foundation for Architecture down — hundreds of funders to go?