MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION
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The Memphis Bioworks Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within the Memphis area. In 2023, the foundation paid a total of $13.4K across 19 grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based approach to funding by operating on an invitation-only basis and not accepting unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE FOUNDATION IS EXECUTING A STRATEGIC BUSINESS PLAN THAT LEVERAGES THE COMPETITIVE STRENGTHS WITHIN THE REGION WHILE EXPANDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, AND ENTREPRENEUR SUPPORT NEEDED TO EXPAND BIOSCIENCE INDUSTRIES.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Science
Bioethics
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MEMPHIS ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERI
$3.1M
21%
Lab Four Professional Development CenterInc
$3M
20%
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER MEMPHIS INC
$1.1M
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION?
No. MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION give?
MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee, New York, and California. 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 MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $27 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $13 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include MEMPHIS ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERI, Lab Four Professional Development CenterInc, and COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER MEMPHIS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION?
MEMPHIS BIOWORKS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.