The Grace Foundation of Memphis Inc
Historical FunderMemphis, Tennessee · EIN 62-1469984 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$3M
Organizations funded61
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$30.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $45,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SHANA R SOUTH |
|---|---|
| Address | 4515 POPLAR AVENUE STE 324, MEMPHIS TN 38117 |
| Phone | 9016826201 |
| Form and materials | LETTER OF REQUEST DETAILING FULL BACKGROUND AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
32% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Health | Memphis, TN | Health, general | $1,000,000 |
| Bellevue Baptist Church | Cordova, TN | Religion | $301,000 |
| University of North Alabama Foundation | Florence, AL | Educational | $185,000 |
| Lifewise Inc | Hilliard, OH | Youth devel | $150,000 |
| Union University | Jackson, TN | Educational | $125,000 |
| Bellevue Foundation Inc | Cordova, TN | Religion | $109,000 |
| Arise2read | Memphis, TN | Educational | $100,000 |
| Favor International Inc | Valrico, FL | International | $100,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Florence | Florence, AL | Religion | $100,000 |
| The Mailbox Club | Valdosta, GA | Educational | $100,000 |
| Woodmont Baptist Church | Florence, AL | Religion | $100,000 |
| Disciple Makers Network | Memphis, TN | Religion | $70,000 |
| West Cancer Foundation | Germantown, TN | Health, general | $66,000 |
| Agape Child & Family Services Inc | Memphis, TN | Program support | $50,000 |
| Restoration Academy Inc | Fairfield, AL | Educational | $50,000 |
| Neighborhood Christian Centers | Memphis, TN | Human service | $45,000 |
| Bluff Park United Methodist Church | Hoover, AL | Religion | $35,000 |
| Mid South Food Bank | Memphis, TN | Food, nutrition | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Memphis, TN | Human service | $25,000 |
| Calvary Rescue Mission | Memphis, TN | Human service | $20,000 |
| Memphis Union Mission | Memphis, TN | Religion | $15,000 |
| Blue Mountain College | Blue Mountain, MS | Educational | $10,000 |
| Christ Community Health Services | Memphis, TN | Health, general | $10,000 |
| Downline Ministries | Memphis, TN | Religion | $10,000 |
| Eikon Ministries Inc | Memphis, TN | Housing, shelter | $10,000 |
| Friends of Nazareth | Florence, AL | Religion | $10,000 |
| Highland Church of Christ | Cordova, TN | Religion | $10,000 |
| Memphis Teacher Residency | Memphis, TN | Educational | $10,000 |
| Morning Center - Memphis | Memphis, TN | Health, general | $10,000 |
| Ronnie Tullos Evangelistic Association Inc | Ellendale, TN | Religion | $10,000 |
| The Center for Executive Leadership | Birmingham, AL | Mental health | $10,000 |
| The Collegiate School of Memphis | Memphis, TN | Educational | $10,000 |
| Pioneer Missions Global | Jackson, TN | Religion | $9,000 |
| Cape Bible Chapel Inc | Cape Giradeau, MO | Religion | $7,500 |
| Memphis Oral School for the Deaf | Germantown, TN | Educational | $7,500 |
| Red Zone Ministries | Memphis, TN | Program support | $7,500 |
| Christian Community Foundation of Memphis | Memphis, TN | Program support | $5,000 |
| Advance Memphis | Memphis, TN | Educational | $5,000 |
| Crosslink Memphis Inc | Memphis, TN | Religion | $5,000 |
| For the Kingdom Camp | Memphis, TN | Sports/Leisure | $5,000 |
| Global Banjara Baptist Ministries International Inc | China Springs, TX | Religion | $5,000 |
| Mifa | Memphis, TN | Human service | $5,000 |
| One by One Ministries | Memphis, TN | Crime | $5,000 |
| Quarterbacking Children's Health Foundation | Birmingham, AL | Program support | $5,000 |
| Redeemer City to City | New York, NY | Religion | $5,000 |
| Reel Life International Inc | Birmingham, AL | International | $5,000 |
| Refugee Memphis | Memphis, TN | Program support | $5,000 |
| Secrets Savored Inc | Collierville, TN | Human service | $5,000 |
| Shepherd's Haven | Arlington, TN | Human service | $5,000 |
| Standing Near the Cross Inc | Oakland, TN | Religion | $5,000 |
| Kidfit Inc | Birmingham, AL | Program support | $3,500 |
| Briarwood Presbyterian Church | Birmingham, AL | Educational | $2,500 |
| Truth Seekers Fellowship | Memphis, TN | Religion | $2,500 |
| Menistry Inc | Collierville, TN | Religion | $1,500 |
| Love Worth Finding | Memphis, TN | Religion | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | Health, general | $1,000 |
| Leaders Building Leaders | Florence, AL | Religion | $500 |
| Mayo Clinic | Rochester, MN | Health, general | $500 |
| Methodist Healthcare Foundation | Memphis, TN | Health, general | $500 |
| Nexus Leaders Inc | Memphis, TN | Educational | $500 |
Showing the 60 largest of 61 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,996,600 | 61 |
| 2023 | $1,702,335 | 65 |
| 2022 | $2,148,000 | 63 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640349349100909
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 62-1469984
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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