American Paper & Twine Company Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyNashville, Tennessee · EIN 62-6046717 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$287K
Organizations funded17
Typical grant$12,500
Total assets$454K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
5% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University School of Nashville | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $75,000 |
| Belmont University | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $40,000 |
| Tall Timbers | Tallahassee, FL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Tennessee Higher Education Initiative | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Tennessee Performing Arts Council | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Nashville State Community College Foundation | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $24,000 |
| Abe's Garden | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Nashville | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $15,000 |
| Vanderbilt Hillel | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $12,500 |
| Cheekwood Estate & Gardens | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $9,000 |
| Andrew Jackson Foundation | Hermitage, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Cumberland Heights | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Nashville Zoo at Grassmere | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Adventure Science Center | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Akiva School | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Gordan Jewish Community Center | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Family & Children Service | Nashville, TN | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $287,000 | 17 |
| 2024 | $138,800 | 18 |
| 2023 | $176,450 | 31 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602099349100800
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 62-6046717
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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