The 1944 Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyLavergne, Tennessee · EIN 46-4697887 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$424K
Organizations funded21
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
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
22% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daystar Counseling Ministries Inc | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $110,000 |
| Oak Hill School | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $110,000 |
| Father Vincent Capodanno High School | Vass, NC | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $25,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Dallas, TX | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $25,000 |
| Woodmont Christian Church | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $20,000 |
| Wonderfully Made Ministry | Brentwood, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $15,000 |
| Ensworth School | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $11,000 |
| Caf America | Alexandria, VA | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Corner to Corner | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Danita's Children Medical Center Inc | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $10,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Nashville Humane Association | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Gilda's Club | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Love One International | Brentwood, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Reformed University Fellowship | Lawrenceville, GA | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $10,000 |
| African Leadership Inc | Brentwood, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Jdrf | Brentwood, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Colon Cancer Coalition | Minneapolis, MN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Our Kids | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Nashville Predators Foundation | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | $4,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN | Promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities | -$1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $423,500 | 22 |
| 2023 | $420,000 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 15, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502279349100610
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-4697887
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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