The Nazareth Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyCookeville, Tennessee · EIN 81-1135220 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$395K
Organizations funded19
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$7.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 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.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
57% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collegeside Church of Christ | Cookeville, TN | For fellowships | $160,000 |
| LA Ola Ministriesthe Wave | Laredo, TX | For fellowships | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Cookeville, TN | To assist children | $20,000 |
| Mustard Seed Ranch | Cookeville, TN | To assist children | $20,000 |
| Turning Point | San Diego, CA | To spread the gospel | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Jacksonville, FL | To assist veterans | $20,000 |
| Cookeville Rescue Mission | Cookeville, TN | To assist homeless | $15,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Louisville, KY | Assist those in need | $15,000 |
| American Bible Society | Philadelphia, PA | To spread the gospel | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | New York, NY | Provide medical care | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | Assist those in need | $10,000 |
| In Touch Ministries | Atlanta, GA | To spread the gospel | $10,000 |
| Blood Water | Nashville, TN | Provide clean water and HIV medical treatment | $5,000 |
| Crmc Foundation | Cookeville, TN | Assist those in need | $5,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Garden Valley, TX | Provide medical care | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tn | Nashville, TN | Assist those in need | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Tampa, FL | Provide medical care for children | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | Provide medical care for children with cancer | $5,000 |
| Hope Media Group (Way Fm) | Houston, TX | To spread the gospel | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $395,000 | 19 |
| 2023 | $356,990 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202501349349101620
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-1135220
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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