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THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION

THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION

Chattanooga, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
62-0535344
Regional Funder
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THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION

Chattanooga, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
62-0535344
Regional Funder

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Est.

1924

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Layman Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $500K in grants paid to 12 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PROMOTE/SUPPORT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION WITH WORK STUDY/AGRICULTURAL EMPHASIS.
Total Funding Given

$500K

2024
Grantees funded
12
Multi-year grantees
92%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

11

Median 1st year grant
$10.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
S
Steve Dickman
Board Member
W
Wanda Sarr
Board Member
R
Ron Oxentenko
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION?
No. THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION give?
THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, Tennessee, 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 LAYMAN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $500 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include FLETCHER ACADEMY INC, HERITAGE ACADEMY INC, and Rural Life Foundation Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION?
THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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