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Better Than I Found It
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Better Than I Found It
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Brentwood, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
83-0579789
Regional Funder
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Better Than I Found It
Closed

Brentwood, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
83-0579789
Regional Funder

Overview

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This organization closed in 2024. It filed a final 990 indicating termination and no longer appears as active in IRS records, as it is absent from the EO Business Master File and Pub78 List.

Est.

2018

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Better Than I Found It is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Florida, Tennessee, and New Jersey. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

The mission of Better Than I Found It is to provide support to organizations working to improve the lives of others.
Total Funding Given

$2.1M

2023
Grantees funded
7
Multi-year grantees
57%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$45K
Median 2nd year grant
$0
D
Daniel Gokey
Board Member
R
Ruben E Burgos Jr
Board Member
P
Penny Railey
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Better Than I Found It?
No. Better Than I Found It does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Better Than I Found It give?
Better Than I Found It primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, Tennessee, and New Jersey. 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 Better Than I Found It’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Better Than I Found It fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $45 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Better Than I Found It make each year?
In 2023, Better Than I Found It awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $2.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Better Than I Found It fund recently?
In 2024, Better Than I Found It awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include TELL SOMEBODY MOVEMENT INC, PEOPLE LOVING NASHVILLE, and CITY RELIEF INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Better Than I Found It?
Better Than I Found It does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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