Nmi Foundation
Invitation OnlyChattanooga, Tennessee · EIN 85-3583237 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$9M
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$1,012,000
Total assets$563K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $8,000,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
0% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girls Preparatory School | Chattanooga, TN | Establishment and funding of the sharon mills sustainability fund which is aimed at ensuring the girls preparatory school achieves long… | $8,000,000 |
| Chattanooga Area Food Bank | Chattanooga, TN | Supports sourcing and purchase of fresh vegetables and fruits, proteins, dairy, and shelf stable foods; adding staffing and professional… | $1,012,000 |
| Tivoli Theatre Foundation | Chattanooga, TN | Supports the capital renovation campaign providing the following for permanent art (steel and glass sculpture) being installed during the… | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,027,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $1,303,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532569349100308
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-3583237
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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