MCKENZIE FOUNDATION
Chattanooga, TN, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
62-1805189
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder

Chattanooga, TN, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
62-1805189
•
•
Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The MCKENZIE FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on education and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $741.9K across 94 grantees. Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc
$2.1M
26%

BONEFISH & TARPON TRUST INC
$458K
6%
METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES INC
$301.5K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
38
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15.1K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MCKENZIE FOUNDATION?
Yes. MCKENZIE 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 MCKENZIE FOUNDATION give?
MCKENZIE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee, Florida, 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 MCKENZIE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MCKENZIE 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 MCKENZIE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, MCKENZIE FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $742 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MCKENZIE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MCKENZIE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc, BONEFISH & TARPON TRUST INC, and METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MCKENZIE FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting MCKENZIE FOUNDATION’s website.
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