Tom & Shirley Palmer Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyJonesborough, Tennessee · EIN 20-4079745 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$115K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$289K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $30,000.
From the return
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
0% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pregnancy Support Center of Johnson County | Mountain City, TN | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Doe River Gorge Ministries | Hampton, TN | Childrens Ministry | $30,000 |
| Families Involved Serving Humanity Inc | Kingsport, TN | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Overhome Mentoring Program | Johnson City, TN | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Appalachian Highlands Humane Society | Johnson City, TN | Animal Rescue | $5,000 |
| Tiny Miracles Kitten Rescue | Johnson City, TN | Animal Rescue | $5,000 |
| Rise Up For Kids | Johnson City, TN | Charitable | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $115,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $33,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $45,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 29, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601199349101610
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-4079745
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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