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THE DANNER FOUNDATION

THE DANNER FOUNDATION

Nashville, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
58-1803926
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE DANNER FOUNDATION

Nashville, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
58-1803926
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder

Overview

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Danner Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $444.5K in grants to 55 grantees, primarily focusing on Tennessee, Alabama, and Arkansas. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$444.5K

2024
Grantees funded
55
Multi-year grantees
56%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

30

Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
C
Claiborne K McLemore III
Board Member
G
Gail Greil
Board Member
R
Raymond L Danner Jr
Employee

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DANNER FOUNDATION?
No. THE DANNER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DANNER FOUNDATION give?
THE DANNER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee, Alabama, and Arkansas. 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 DANNER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DANNER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DANNER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DANNER FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $445 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DANNER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DANNER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville, HUB YOUTH CYCLING, and HARPETH CONSERVANCY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DANNER FOUNDATION?
THE DANNER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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