THE DUNAVANT FOUNDATION
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The Dunavant Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Tennessee, North Dakota, and Virginia, with a total of $157K in grants paid to 24 grantees in 2025. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through 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.