Tennessee grants for City or township governments
Explore 113 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Apr 30, 2026
Date Added
Oct 5, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to small and mid-sized nonprofit arts organizations in the southeastern U.S. for professional development activities that enhance staff skills and organizational effectiveness.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 12, 2024
This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities for projects that improve education, address essential human needs, promote social justice, and support environmental stewardship in communities served by American Electric Power.
Application Deadline
Dec 30, 2025
Date Added
Oct 2, 2025
This program provides funding opportunities for certified counties in Tennessee to support community development projects that align with their strategic goals.
Application Deadline
Dec 30, 2025
Date Added
Oct 2, 2025
This program provides funding to certified counties in Tennessee for community development projects that align with local goals, enhancing collaboration and long-term prosperity.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 9, 2023
This funding provides support to states, territories, and Native American tribes to develop and enhance emergency response plans and training programs for hazardous materials management based on local needs and risks.
Application Deadline
Dec 30, 2025
Date Added
Oct 2, 2025
This program provides funding to distressed counties in Tennessee for high-impact projects that promote economic development and community growth, with a focus on strategic planning and measurable outcomes.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 31, 2025
This funding initiative provides financial support to local communities in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development.
Application Deadline
Apr 30, 2027
Date Added
Feb 14, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments working to address environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved communities across the U.S.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 13, 2023
This funding provides resources to state, local, tribal, and territorial agencies to enhance their capabilities in preventing and responding to terrorism and other major threats to national security.
Application Deadline
May 15, 2026
Date Added
Jul 28, 2025
This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 9, 2023
This grant provides federal funding to state and local agencies for installing safety devices at highway-railroad crossings and improving safety measures to reduce accidents in Tennessee.
Application Deadline
Apr 30, 2027
Date Added
Feb 14, 2025
This funding initiative provides financial support to community-based organizations, local and tribal governments in eight southeastern states to address environmental justice issues and promote healthier environments.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 8, 2023
This grant provides funding to local education agencies in Tennessee to establish Family Resource Centers that support children and families facing high-risk challenges such as poverty, substance abuse, and domestic violence through collaborative community partnerships.
Application Deadline
Feb 13, 2026
Date Added
Nov 6, 2025
This funding opportunity supports conservation projects in the Appalachian region that protect wildlife habitats and enhance ecological connectivity, targeting community organizations, municipalities, and tribal nations.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 5, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in rural Southern communities for engaging professional artists in various artistic disciplines.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 9, 2023
This program provides funding to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments to implement projects that reduce future disaster risks following federally declared disasters.
Application Deadline
Dec 1, 2025
Date Added
Nov 12, 2024
This funding opportunity supports local governments, universities, nonprofits, and state agencies in Tennessee to implement projects that reduce nonpoint source pollution and improve water quality in impaired watersheds.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Dec 4, 2023
This grant provides funding to local governments in Tennessee for community-based projects that improve transportation options and enhance the cultural, historic, and environmental aspects of transportation infrastructure.
Application Deadline
Aug 31, 2024
Date Added
Aug 9, 2024
The Community Foundation of Rutherford County awards grants to promote the betterment of Rutherford and Cannon Counties, providing a way to make lasting gifts for the benefit of local nonprofits. The foundation's mission is aligned with supporting organizations that enhance the well-being of the community through various initiatives. This grant program is a key part of that mission, specifically targeting eligible nonprofits and government entities within these two counties to address local needs and foster community development. The target beneficiaries for this grant program are 501(c)(3) public charities and entities of government, such as libraries or departments, located within Rutherford and Cannon Counties. The impact goal is to support projects and programs that contribute to the betterment of these communities. While specific impact goals and measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond promoting general betterment, the foundation aims to empower local organizations to implement effective solutions that create positive change. The program prioritizes organizations that are physically located and serving the residents of Rutherford and Cannon Counties. Funding information indicates that nonprofits may request grants up to a maximum of $5,000, with an overall grant size ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. This suggests a focus on supporting a range of smaller to medium-sized projects that can have a tangible impact at the local level. The grant period for successful applicants is December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025, indicating a one-year duration for funded projects. While the foundation's strategic priorities and theory of change are not explicitly stated in the provided text, the emphasis on local community betterment and support for qualifying nonprofits suggests a belief that direct funding to these organizations will lead to improved social outcomes and community resilience within Rutherford and Cannon Counties.
Application Deadline
Jul 23, 2025
Date Added
Jun 24, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for projects aimed at managing and controlling invasive and noxious plant species on public lands across the U.S.
