Tennessee Safety Grants

This funding opportunity provides local law enforcement agencies in Tennessee with financial support to place full-time, certified School Resource Officers in K-12 public and charter schools to enhance safety and foster positive relationships with students.

This funding is available to nonprofit organizations in Knoxville that are working to reduce opioid-related harm through prevention, treatment, and recovery support initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Knoxville that promote arts, culture, and social services, enhancing community engagement and well-being.

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 to use arts and culture for community revitalization and economic growth.

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.

Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) is accepting applications for its 2024 Families First Community Grants. Donor Name: Tennessee Department of Human Services State: Tennessee County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/10/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Department is looking to engage eligible non-profit organizations in Tennessee with evidence-based and evidence- informed program models that can administer community-based services to meet the needs of low-income families, placing the whole family on a path to permanent economic security. The Department requires these services to be delivered in a manner that improves economic security and well-being for low-income families and fosters a more strategic use of TANF funds, specifically as it pertains to the four purposes of TANF:  Providing assistance to needy families so that children can be cared for in their own homes;  Reducing the dependency of needy parents on government benefits by promoting job preparation, work, and marriage;  Preventing and reducing the incidence of out-of-wedlock pregnancies; and  Encouraging the formation and maintenance of two-parent families.  The Department is seeking to partner with eligible non-profit organizations in Tennessee that demonstrate an understanding of the challenges low-income families experience in their community, including those related to:  Education;  Health and well-being;  Economic stability; and  Safe, stable, and nurturing relationships. The Department seeks to partner with organizations that have:  Implemented or developed community-based programs that have been proven to be effective even when subjected to third-party evaluation.  Demonstrated strong leadership and coordination of cross-sector partnerships.  Demonstrated a proven track record for providing services intended to help low-income families achieve economic mobility.  Identified a diverse set of resources, secured cross-sector partnerships, and developed a plan to deliver services from a family-led approach that is aligned with one or more of the four purposes of TANF.  Articulated long-term impact of the community’s approach, including applicable return on investment and cost- benefit analysis, to support and sustain delivery of services.  Articulated a desire to work in partnership with the Department, community-based organizations, other stakeholders, and current and former customers to co-create solutions that address significant social problems.  Innovative initiatives leveraging other public resources to build the economic, social, and developmental capital of those served to reduce dependency. Eligibility Criteria Eligible nonprofit organizations who wish to apply, including subcontractor partners, must maintain tax-exempt status under 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(19), with such status acknowledged by IRS determination letter. All eligible entities who wish to apply must not be currently debarred, suspended, or otherwise ineligible to conduct business in the State of Tennessee. Grant Contracts with the Department may be entered for services on a short-term basis and based upon the type of service needed, available resources and funding, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements. For more information, visit TDHS.

The West End Home Foundation is seeking applications from organizations to enhance the quality of life for older adults. Donor Name: West end Home Foundation State: Tennessee County: Cheatham County (TN), Davidson County (TN), Robertson County (TN), Rutherford County (TN), Sumner County (TN), Williamson County (TN), Wilson County (TN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The West End Home Foundation is dedicated to helping support and sustain a comprehensive system of care for older adults in Middle Tennessee. The broad spectrum of programs that benefit each year address one of the key impact areas: Advocacy – legal assistance and education for issues related to aging and advocacy for new or expanded initiatives to ensure a comprehensive system of care for older adults Enrichment and Socialization – opportunities for meaningful social interaction and lifelong learning Food and Nutrition – services such as groceries, home-delivered and congregate meals to meet the nutritional needs of vulnerable older adults Healthcare – primary health care including diagnosis and treatment of chronic and critical conditions, oral health care and behavioral health services Housing – home repair and safety modifications, rent and utility assistance and access to appropriate housing solutions to facilitate safe and affordable housing Transportation – safe and affordable transportation to ensure that older adults have access to needed services and have opportunities to remain engaged in community life Wellness and Supportive Care – prevention, wellness and in-home supportive services to promote and sustain healthy aging Special Projects – other initiatives that complement and enhance the mission of The West End Home Foundation. The West End Home Foundation administers a competitive grants process that carefully evaluates each request in light of identified community needs, resources available, impact on target population, agency capacity and success in delivering the highest quality of service with demonstrated outcomes. Types of Grants Awarded: Program – funding to support implementation of a specific program or project. Projects may be new or ongoing. Capital – funding to support a capital investment in agency infrastructure such as equipment, technology, facility maintenance or facility acquisition/expansion Annual – all grants are awarded for a period of one year. Eligibility Criteria  To Be Eligible for Funding, Applicants Must: Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Provide services that align with the WEHF mission. Priority consideration is given to projects specifically designed to meet the unique needs of adults age 60 and older. Demonstrate capacity to deliver services that achieve meaningful and measurable outcomes Provide services in one or more of the following middle Tennessee counties: Cheatham, Davidson, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, Wilson. For more information, visit West End Home Foundation.

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.