THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Dunavant Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates by invitation only, not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the foundation distributed a total of $157K across 24 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO ASSIST THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER MEMPHIS, INC. IN CARRYING OUT ITS CHARITABLE MISSION.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS FOUNDATION
$5.6M
23%
THE MCCALLIE SCHOOL
$3.1M
13%
MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL
$3.1M
13%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$500K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION?
No. THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION give?
THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee, North Dakota, and Virginia. 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 DUNAVANT FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $500 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $157 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS FOUNDATION, THE MCCALLIE SCHOOL, and MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION?
THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.