Timothy 617 Foundation
Timothy 617 Foundation is a private foundation based in Brentwood, Tennessee. It makes grants to public and civic charities, including organizations working in health care, education, faith-based activities, humanitarian assistance, and community services, as reflected in its 2024 grants.
Timothy 617 Foundation at a glance
In short: Timothy 617 Foundation gave $250K across 31 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), mostly in Tennessee. 27% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $250,303
- -16.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 31
- -16.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $8,074
- +0.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $839,326
- -7.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 27% first-time grantees (8 of 30, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Tennessee (55% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Timothy 617 Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Submit a letter describing the applicant’s charitable need to Marie Dolan.
- Contact
Application contact: Marie Dolan
Mailing address: 9203 Sheridan Park Court, Brentwood, TN 37027
Phone: (732) 245-4286
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Timothy 617 Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Vanderbilt University Hospital ($100K). Together the top 10 received $229K.
Grant Size Distribution
134 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 132 grants of 134 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 55% of grant dollars went to recipients in Tennessee, 20% to New Jersey, 15% to Louisiana, 5% to New York, and 4% to Georgia. The largest listed awards included recipients in Tennessee, Louisiana, and New Jersey.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 31 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Timothy 617 Foundation open to new grantees?
27%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 8 of 30 grantees (27%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $10K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $1K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $49K (2020) to $298K (2023). In 2024 it made 31 grants totaling $250K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Hospital Nashville, TN | General Support | $100,000 |
| Tulane University New Orleans, LA | General Support | $36,500 |
| LT Dennis Zilinski Memorial Fund Holmdel, NJ | General Support | $29,664 |
| Christ Presbyterian Church Nashville, TN | General Support | $22,000 |
| Nashville Wine Auction Nashville, TN | General Support | $9,520 |
| United States Military Academy West Point, NY | General Support | $8,300 |
| Family Resources Associates Shrewsbury, NJ | General Support | $7,000 |
| Kids Alive International Alpharetta, GA | General Support | $6,000 |
| Operation Stand Down Nashville, TN | General | $5,375 |
| Love Thy Neighbor Long Branch, NJ | General Support | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $839,326 | $186,287 | $256,129 | $250,303 | 31 | $251,776 | $118,566 |
| 2023 | $909,168 | $245,071 | $310,100 | $297,992 | 37 | $305,627 | $31,585 |
| 2022 | $974,197 | $182,765 | $167,524 | $111,696 | 26 | $163,838 | $43,653 |
| 2021 | $958,956 | $102,222 | $140,490 | $75,600 | 20 | $129,182 | $70,727 |
| 2020 | $997,224 | $226,661 | $73,999 | $48,860 | 20 | — | $38,678 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation states that since its inception it has directly financially supported other public and civic 501(c)(3) charities. It also says it directly supports From the Heart Intl Education Foundation, providing program directors, tutors, administrators, and camp managers for music and sports programs.
Its 2024 recipients include organizations with varied missions. Nashville Wine Auction says it raises money to fight cancer through wine-related events. Kids Alive International says it works to help vulnerable and abused children through restorative education, family strengthening, protective care, and justice advocacy. Love Thy Neighbor describes its mission as mobilizing Christian churches in Monmouth County to transform lives and communities in the name of Christ. Other recipients include organizations serving military members and families, youth, people experiencing homelessness, and children affected by conflict or displacement.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 31 grants totaling $250,303. Grants ranged from $500 to $100,000, with a median of $1,000. Larger awards included Vanderbilt University Hospital ($100,000), Tulane University ($36,500), LT Dennis Zilinski Memorial Fund ($29,664), Christ Presbyterian Church ($22,000), Nashville Wine Auction ($9,520), and the United States Military Academy ($8,300). Other recipients included Family Resources Associates ($7,000), Kids Alive International ($6,000), Operation Stand Down ($5,375), and Love Thy Neighbor ($5,000).
The foundation’s filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It requests a letter describing the applicant’s charitable need; no application deadline or award restrictions are listed.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Thomas Dolan as president, Kelly McMullen as vice president, and Marie Dolan as secretary/treasurer.
Timothy 617 Foundation is led by Thomas E. Dolan Jr., President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Thomas E. Dolan Jr.
President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kelly McMullen
Vice President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marie Dolan
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Allison Dolan (2020–2021) — Treasurer
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 Timothy 617 Foundation
How much does Timothy 617 Foundation give each year?
Timothy 617 Foundation gave $250K across 31 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $298K across 37 grants.
What is Timothy 617 Foundation's typical grant size?
Timothy 617 Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $1,000, and its average grant was $8,074, across 31 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Timothy 617 Foundation that year got $3K on average.
Where does Timothy 617 Foundation give grants?
Timothy 617 Foundation gives mostly in Tennessee: 55% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New Jersey (20%) and Louisiana (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Nashville, TN (6 grants), New York, NY (2 grants), Avon by the Sea, NJ (2 grants) and Avon, NJ (2 grants).
Does Timothy 617 Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 97% of Timothy 617 Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (30 of 31) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Timothy 617 Foundation's largest grantees?
Timothy 617 Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Vanderbilt University Hospital ($100,000), Tulane University ($36,500) and LT Dennis Zilinski Memorial Fund ($29,664), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 66% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Timothy 617 Foundation?
Timothy 617 Foundation reported $839K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $186K.
What does Timothy 617 Foundation fund?
The foundation states that since its inception it has directly financially supported other public and civic 501(c)(3) charities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Timothy 617 Foundation?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Timothy 617 Foundation's EIN?
Timothy 617 Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-3622751. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Timothy 617 Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Timothy 617 Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 16, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/timothy-617-foundation-morg_16fd047e3863453c85f1545233810ca5
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