Tennessee for Nonprofits Grants

This funding opportunity supports projects that preserve historic resources, such as surveys and restorations, benefiting the public and requiring matching funds from the grantee.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in Tennessee's rural counties for diverse arts projects that promote community engagement and vitality.

This funding opportunity supports a variety of arts projects in Tennessee's urban counties, encouraging both arts and non-arts organizations to enhance community engagement and vitality.

This program provides funding for out-of-school arts initiatives that help underserved youth develop essential skills for success in education and careers through artistic engagement.

This funding program provides financial support for projects that improve access to the arts for underserved groups, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, seniors, and military families.

This grant provides funding for innovative arts learning projects in community settings, focusing on hands-on education and engagement with various art forms for participants of all ages.

This grant provides financial support to artists with disabilities living in Hamilton County, Tennessee, to help them create, develop their work, and enhance their professional skills.

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, for projects that enhance the quality of life, promote social welfare, and address community needs.

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is seeking applications for its Community Tree Planting Program. Donor Name: Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) State: Tennessee County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/27/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Funding for the Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) was provided to the Tennessee Department of Agriculture by the 2008 State Legislature. The Community Tree Planting TAEP program is administered by the Division of Forestry’s Urban and Community Forestry Program. The goal of TAEP community tree planting grant is to increase the tree resource base in cities and towns across the state of Tennessee. It is NOT to provide beautification. Trees are work horses for communities, providing energy savings through shading, storm water mitigation, rain interception, and air quality improvement through filtration and absorption. These are direct cost saving benefits to communities. Beautification should not be used as an objective for a TAEP tree planting project. It is recommended that a “blanket” statement for Goals and Objectives include one or more of the following: Urban trees provide a multitude of benefits including but not limited to: cooler temperatures, cleaner air, reduced flooding and erosion, help improve human health, and provide food and shelter for wildlife. Funding Information Eligible applicants may apply for grants up to $20,000.  Minimum amount requested must be $500. All grant contracts will start on December 1, 2024 or after and end on April 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Communities/local units of government Non-profit organizations Elementary, secondary and higher education institutions For more information, visit TDA. Related Posts:David, Helen and Marian Woodward Fund - Atlanta 2024Request for Applications for Urban & Community…Grants to address Elevated Risk of Intimate Partner…Rigorously Evaluating Primary Prevention Strategies…Rigorous Evaluation of Primary and Secondary…Research Grants to Rigorously Evaluate Innovative…Effectiveness Research to Prevent…Conducting Research Related to Preventing…ACE: Expanding the Best Available EvidenceNominations open for 2025 Reed Environmental Writing Award2024 Sustainable Materials Management Grants (Region 4)DOJ/BJA: Medicaid and Corrections Training and…BJA: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant ProgramSubmit Applications for Accessibility GrantsIndividual Artist Career Grant Program 2025BJA: Global Justice Information Sharing InitiativeJudiciary Education on Substance Use and Substance…NIC: Enhancing CJCC Through Specialized Technical…Leadership Development for Deputy Wardens and Second…2024 Homeland Security Preparedness Technical…2025–2026 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health…

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community and faith-based organizations in select Tennessee counties for innovative projects that promote health equity and address social determinants of health.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Tennessee for projects that address and mitigate the impacts of the opioid crisis in Williamson County through prevention, treatment, and community support initiatives.

This program provides funding for businesses, nonprofits, community groups, churches, and educational institutions to implement projects that enhance neighborhood beauty, foster community engagement, and celebrate local culture in Jackson.

The Laura J. Kress Angel Tree Fund provides grants in support of gifts for children in Tennessee during the holiday season. Donor Name: East Tennessee Foundation State: Tennessee County: Campbell County (TN), Claiborne County (TN), Cocke County (TN), Grainger County (TN), Hamblen County (TN), Hancock County (TN), Hawkins County (TN), Morgan County (TN), Scott County (TN), Union County (TN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Funding Information Amounts will range from $5,000 to $10,000. The grant term is November 1, 2024 – January 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Confirmation that the organization is a 501(c)(3) public charity, unit of government, or public educational institution New or emerging groups that do not have nonprofit status may apply if they have an established nonprofit organization as a fiscal sponsor Employee Identification Number (EIN) Legal name of organization, address, and contact information (phone, email address, fax) Primary contact person and title Most recent financial statements and/or most recent audit and/or IRS Form 990 Current year organization operating budget List of current board of directors or equivalent governing body List of staff administering the project Confirmation that the organization operates and is organized so as to not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, familial status, sexual orientation, age, disability, covered veteran status, or other characteristics as identified in the Foundation’s Diversity and Non-Discrimination Statement. Additional Eligibility Criteria specific to the Laura J. Kress Angel Tree Fund: Grants must provide support to children who are under-resourced and underserved. Children served must live in Campbell, Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, Hancock, Hawkins, Morgan, Scott, or Union counties. Please note the following exceptions to the general eligibility requirements: Because Laura J. Kress Angel Tree Fund is a donor advised fund, applicant organizations are not required to provide their most recent financial statements and/or audit and/or IRS Form 990; current year operating budget; or list of current board of directors. The following types of requests will not be funded Check eligibility requirements specific to each competitive grant program for variations. Grants to individuals. We are restricted by law and therefore unable to provide grants directly to individuals. Projects that have explicit religious content, express a particular religious view, or advance a religious purpose Debt retirement or budget deficits Endowment funds or general fundraising campaigns Capital campaigns. For more information, visit ETF.

The Community Foundation Middle Tennessee provides grants to support organizations that provide the necessary care and resources to care for animals across Middle Tennessee. Donor Name: Community Foundation Middle Tennessee State: Tennessee County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Funding Goals Increase free or low-cost spay/neuter services and educational programming on the effects of pet overpopulation Sponsor retention programs that would help keep pets in low-income homes. Provide a safe and healthy home for a pet available for adoption Promote education and the humane treatment of animals through animal adoptions, injured animal rescue, and the use of animals for therapeutic services for people. Funding Information Nonprofits may request grants up to a maximum of $15,000. Grant Period December 1, 2024 – November 30, 2025. For more information, visit CFMT.

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee is seeking applications for its Lillian Ashley Fund. Donor Name: Community Foundation Middle Tennessee State: Tennessee County: Coffee County (TN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Lillian Ashley, a Manchester, Tennessee native, lived a wonderful life filled with extensive travel, but Lillian always wanted to give back to the community she loved. She created this endowment to benefit the children, animals, and the environment and conservation efforts of Coffee County. Funding Goals Support for the wellbeing of children and youth; Provide for the care and welfare of animals, and; Support environment and conservation efforts. Funding Information Nonprofits may request grants up to a maximum of $15,000. Grant Period December 1, 2024 – November 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations must be 501(c)(3) public charities or may be entities of government (i.e., libraries, departments, etc.). For more information, visit CFMT.

The Sports Fund exists to help ensure that children across this community can become part of a team. Donor Name: Community Foundation Middle Tennessee State: Tennessee Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Organizations with programming using a team approach such as sports and troupes which provide children and youth with a sense of belonging and hope, particularly in the critical afterschool hours, are eligible to apply for funding from the Sports Fund. Funding Goals Organizations with programs using a team approach which provide children and youth with a sense of belonging and hope. Funding Information Nonprofits may request grants up to a maximum of $5,000. Grant Period December 1, 2024 – November 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Organizations must be 501(c)(3) public charities or may be entities of government (i.e., libraries, departments, etc.). For more information, visit CFMT.

The Community Foundation for Dickson County supports local nonprofits to address unmet needs within Dickson County. Donor Name: Community Foundation for Dickson County State: Tennessee County: Dickson County (TN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Foundation serves as an endowment that will benefit the community in perpetuity. At the onset, The Community Foundation for Dickson County selected three categories to address: improved education, invigorated leadership, and an enhanced quality of life. Organizations that are located in Dickson County are welcome to apply for consideration of funding from the Community Foundation for Dickson County.  Funding Goals Support for environmental efforts; Support the needs of youth and the elderly, and; Preservation of historical places in the Dickson County. Organizations located in Dickson County are welcome to apply for consideration of funding from the Community Foundation for Dickson County. Funding Information Nonprofits may request grants up to a maximum of $5,000. Grant Period December 1, 2024 – November 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations must be 501(c)(3) public charities or must be entities of government (i.e., libraries, departments, etc.). For more information, visit CFMT.

The Community Foundation of Rutherford County awards grants to promote the betterment of Rutherford and Cannon Counties and provides a way to make lasting gifts for the benefit of nonprofits in the community. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Rutherford County State: Tennessee County: Cannon County (TN), Rutherford County (TN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Organizations located in Rutherford and Cannon Counties are welcome to apply for consideration of funding from the Community Foundation of Rutherford County. Funding Information  Nonprofits may request grants up to a maximum of $5,000. Grant Period December 1, 2024 – November 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations must be 501(c)(3) public charities or must be entities of government (i.e., libraries, departments, etc.). For more information, visit CFMT.

Applications are now being accepted for the Bellevue Community Foundation Grant. Donor Name: Community Foundation Middle Tennessee State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: In 2007, the Bellevue Community Fund was established in association with the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee with a goal to grow the fund and create a pool of charitable dollars to support programs serving the Bellevue Community. In 2020, the name evolved to become the Bellevue Community Foundation, an organization committed to working in collaboration with like-minded civic organizations in Bellevue. Organizations located in the Bellevue area (37221 zip code) are welcome to apply for consideration for funding from the Bellevue Community Foundation. Funding Information Nonprofits may request grants up to a maximum of $5,000.  Grant Period December 1, 2024 – November 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations must be 501(c)(3) public charities or may be entities of government (i.e., libraries, departments, etc.). For more information, visit CFMT.

The Bonnaroo Works Fund aims to grow its support of nonprofits that are changing the world through social impact and human development. Donor Name: The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Bonnaroo Works Fund is administered by The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and all proposals or inquiries should be directed to that organization. Program interests include, but are not limited to: education, music and arts programs for children or communities, protection of the environment and environment sustainability, and the arts & humanities. The Fund generally does not support: endowment programs, fundraising events, annual appeals of well-established organizations, or grants to individuals or religious or political causes. Funding Information The average grant allocation is between $1,000 and $10,000. Eligibility Criteria Grants are made to tax-exempt public charities under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and to government agencies without regard to factors of race, religion, sex or national origin. To complete this application you will need: Complete organizational information, including Grant Contact and Executive Director Information Detailed project information including detailed description, amount requested, total project budget, and timeline Detailed project implementation narrative, including how success of your efforts will be measured Information about future funding plans A completed and attached Project Budget Form Required organizational documentation. For more information, visit CFMT.