The Assisi Foundation of Memphis seeks to foster a deeper appreciation of Memphis arts and culture.
Donor Name: The Assisi Foundation of Memphis
State: Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee
County: Crittenden County (AR), DeSoto County (MS), Fayette County (TN), Shelby County (TN), Tipton County (TN)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 11/07/2025
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Foundation supports some of the area’s cultural icons and groups that work to promote the cultural and artistic heritage of the Greater Memphis area.
Requests may be considered for (1) capital campaigns/endowments, (2) renovations and repairs, and (3) underwriting special programming/artists (after all other options have been explored). Any other types of requests (such as requests for audience development, marketing, or arts education and outreach) will be referred to Arts Memphis.
Geographical Locations
Your organization must be located in Shelby, Fayette and Tipton Counties in Tennessee; Crittenden County, Arkansas; or Desoto County, Mississippi.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for funding, your organization must meet the following requirements:
- IRS status:
- Your organization must currently hold tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code.
- Organization Location:
- Your organization must based in the Greater Memphis area.
- Faith Nondiscrimination Policy:
- Organizations that exclude individuals based on their faith are not eligible for funding. This includes, but is not limited to, requiring participants, staff, or board members to sign a statement of faith affirming specific religious beliefs or limiting services, employment, or leadership opportunities to individuals of a particular faith. Your organization is required to certify that it welcomes individuals of all faith traditions, both Christian and non-Christian.
Exclusions
Grants are not made to or for:
- Individuals (including personal financial assistance or scholarships)
- National fundraising campaigns
- Events (including but not limited to): auctions, dinners, fundraisers, festivals, health fairs, conferences, tournaments, workshops, or event tickets
- Religious outreach projects that serve only one congregation
- Political organizations, candidates, or lobbying efforts
- Financial shortfalls, such as recurring budget deficits or government funding cuts
- Athletic competitions, including tournament fees and travel expenses
- Evangelization or proselytizing efforts
- Ongoing program expenses, such as annual workshop series, membership dues, regularly needed medical equipment, or patient care costs
- Regularly supported activities of fundraising organizations
- Sponsorships
- Emergencies
- Charter Schools
- Summer Camps.
For more information, visit The Assisi Foundation of Memphis.
