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THE DAY FOUNDATION

THE DAY FOUNDATION

Memphis, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
64-6025122
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE DAY FOUNDATION

Memphis, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
64-6025122
Private Foundation
Regional Funder

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Day Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that provides funding primarily in Tennessee, Florida, and Minnesota, with a total of $11.5 million awarded to 43 grantees in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with The Day Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$11.5M

2024
Grantees funded
43
Multi-year grantees
86%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

31

Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$75K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
C
Charlotte a Henderson
Board Member
J
J Richard Buchignani
Board Member
C
C Thomas Whitman
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DAY FOUNDATION?
No. THE DAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DAY FOUNDATION give?
THE DAY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee, Florida, and Minnesota. 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 DAY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DAY FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DAY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DAY FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $11.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DAY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DAY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include YOUTH VILLAGES INC, Rhodes College, and CHRISTIAN BROTHERS LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DAY FOUNDATION?
THE DAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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