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Invitation OnlyCleveland, Tennessee · EIN 99-2952595 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,016 and $6,000.
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
28% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagles of Peace | Chattanooga, TN | Operating funds | $12,000 |
| Dao Ministries | Sale Creek, TN | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Encouragement Inc | Colorado Springs, CO | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Isaiah 117 House | Elizabethton, TN | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Project 61-3 Ministries | Hixson, TN | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Hixson, TN | Operating funds | $5,016 |
| Kusel Mission Ministry | Lynchburg, VA | Operating funds | $2,649 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($1,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $45,165 | 8 |
| 2024 | $10,200 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 29, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631809349100503
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 99-2952595
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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