Vf Foundation
Invitation OnlyHermitage, Tennessee · EIN 81-6200122 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$326K
Organizations funded22
Typical grant$11,000
Total assets$6.4M
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.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
70% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate Ethiopia | Hermitage, TN | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $37,500 |
| Equal Chance for Education | Nashville, TN | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $35,000 |
| Hope Inc | San Francisco, CA | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $25,000 |
| Hype - Hope for Youth | Atlanta, GA | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $25,000 |
| Bethany Christian Services | Grand Rapids, MI | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $20,000 |
| Ethiopia Education Initiatives | New York, NY | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $20,000 |
| Selamta Family Project | Lebanon, TN | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $20,000 |
| Epic Girl | Nashville, TN | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $15,000 |
| Hope for the Fatherless | Castle Pines, CO | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $12,500 |
| Justice and Hope USA NFP | Roscoe, IL | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $12,500 |
| Steps Home | IN | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $12,000 |
| Children's Haven | Joplin, MO | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $11,000 |
| Every Mother's Advocate | Pompano Beach, FL | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Hope Ethiopia | Calgary, CA | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| International Generosity Foundation | Clearwater, FL | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Pink Girl Inc | Rogersville, TN | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Sebaconnect Charity | Washington, DC | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Urban Promise Nashville | Nashville, TN | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Donorsee Foundation | Springfield, VA | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $6,000 |
| Take Care of Home | Los Angeles, CA | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Bridge2rwanda Inc | Little Rock, AR | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Hali Access Network Inc | Bovine Center, NY | To promote scientific, educational, and other charitable activities. | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $326,500 | 22 |
| 2023 | $300,000 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522549349100702
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-6200122
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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