THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION
Bristol, TN, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
62-1266284
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
Bristol, TN, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
62-1266284
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
AI Summary
The Bill Gatton Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to grantmaking, with a focus on international development. In the 2024 filing year, the Foundation paid a total of $27.1 million across 14 grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the Foundation's current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Cause Areas
1
International development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NATIONAL COUNCIL ON FAMILY RELATIONS
$28.7M
40%
KING UNIVERSITY
$9.6M
13%
University of Kentucky Research Foundation
$5M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$32K
Median 2nd year grant
$2.1M
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION give?
THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky, Tennessee, 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 BILL GATTON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $32 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $27.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include NATIONAL COUNCIL ON FAMILY RELATIONS, KING UNIVERSITY, and University of Kentucky Research Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting THE BILL GATTON FOUNDATION’s website.
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