Lift Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyKnoxville, Tennessee · EIN 26-0644407 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$15K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$243K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $1,100.
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
20% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lift Foundation Donor Advised Fund | Knoxville, TN | Contribution to donor advised fund | $8,615 |
| First Baptist Church Concord | Knoxville, TN | Contribution to general fund | $1,423 |
| Scott Hamilton Cares Foundation | Franklin, TN | Contribution to general fund | $1,100 |
| Brother's Keeper | Johnson City, TN | Contribution to general fund | $1,000 |
| Emmaus Community | Johnson City, TN | Contribution to general fund | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | Contribution to general fund | $1,000 |
| Heritage Baptist Church | Johnson City, TN | Contribution to general fund | $500 |
| Emerald Youth Foundation | Knoxville, TN | Contribution to general fund | $250 |
| Berachah Bible Church | Jonesboro, GA | Contribution to general fund | $250 |
| Tennessee Sheriff's Association | Lebanon, TN | Contribution to general fund | $35 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,173 | 10 |
| 2024 | $28,638 | 14 |
| 2023 | $5,350 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621909349101217
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-0644407
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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