The Genesco Foundation
Invitation OnlyNashville, Tennessee · EIN 87-4655387 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$65K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$1.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
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.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheekwood | Nashville, TN | General support | $25,000 |
| Two Ten Foundation | Waltham, MA | General support | $20,000 |
| Retail Roi Inc | Franklin, TN | General support | $10,000 |
| United Way of East Tennessee Highlands | Johnson City, TN | General support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $65,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $70,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543189349103719
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-4655387
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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