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Also known as: C/O ERNEST WILLIAMS III
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Enchiridion Foundation is a private corporation based in NASHVILLE, TN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2015. The principal officer is Ernest Williams Iii. It holds total assets of $16.5M. Annual income is reported at $3.3M. Total assets have grown from $14K in 2014 to $17.9M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Tennessee. According to available records, Enchiridion Foundation has made 311 grants totaling $3.4M, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has grown from $532K in 2020 to $2.3M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $300 to $400K, with an average award of $11K. The foundation has supported 93 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Tennessee, Virginia, Oklahoma, which account for 94% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$8K
Largest Grant
$30K
Based on 69 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Enchiridion Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 311 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TN, VA, OK.
Enchiridion Foundation has distributed a total of $3.4M across 311 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $11K. Individual grants have ranged from $300 to $400K.
Enchiridion Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Enchiridion Foundation is headquartered in NASHVILLE, TN. While based in TN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jerry B Williams | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Frank M Bumstead | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ernest Williams Iii | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kelle B Barfield | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Matthew D Bumstead | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John D Claybrook | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$1.2M
Total Assets
$17.9M
Fair Market Value
$38M
Net Worth
$17.9M
Grants Paid
$1.1M
Contributions
$70K
Net Investment Income
$548K
Distribution Amount
$1.7M
Total: $17.5M
Total Grants
311
Total Giving
$3.4M
Average Grant
$11K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
93
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation ArmyGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Washington & Lee UniversityGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Lexington, VA | $400K | 2022 |
| Centennial Park ConservancyGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $55K | 2022 |
| Siloam Family Health CenterGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $53K | 2022 |
| Nashville Public Library FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $30K | 2022 |
| Osu FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Oklahoma City, OK | $25K | 2022 |
| Virginia Episcopal SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Lynchburg, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Cumberland HeightsGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $25K | 2022 |
| Pencil FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $20K | 2022 |
| Vellore Cmc FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | New York, NY | $20K | 2022 |
| Teach For AmericaGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $20K | 2022 |
| Nashville Symphony AssociationGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $15K | 2022 |
| Crossroads CampusGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $15K | 2022 |
| Ymca Of Middle TennesseeGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $15K | 2022 |
| CheekwoodGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $12K | 2022 |
| Episcopal School Of NashvilleGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| St Luke'S Community HouseGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Beacon Center Of TennesseeGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Interfaith Dental ClinicGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Room In The InnGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Faith Family Medical CenterGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Martha O'Brian CenterGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| The Next DoorGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Girl Scouts Of Middle TennesseeGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Ywca Nashville & Middle TennesseeGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Poplar ForestGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Forest, VA | $10K | 2022 |
| Fifty ForwardGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Centerstone FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Alive HospiceGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Goodwill Industries Of Mid-TnGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Nashville Public Education FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Nashville Rescue MissionGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Kipp NashvilleGENERAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
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