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The John D Tickle Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, meaning nonprofits must establish a connection to be considered for funding. Organizations interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE FOUNDATION INC
Knoxville, TN
$3M
48%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The John D Tickle Foundation?
No. The John D Tickle Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The John D Tickle Foundation give?
The John D Tickle Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are The John D Tickle Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The John D Tickle Foundation fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $1.5 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The John D Tickle Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The John D Tickle Foundation awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The John D Tickle Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The John D Tickle Foundation awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The John D Tickle Foundation?
The John D Tickle Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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