Tennessee Recreation Funding via Academy Sports
Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations promoting safe sports, outdoor recreation, or first responder programs can seek in-kind support for community events and initiatives. Focused on safety, activity, and connection, Academy Sports + Outdoors invites collective groups like leagues, associations, and school districts in Tennessee store communities to request donations at least 90 days before their event.
Academy Sports + Outdoors
STEM and Basic Needs Funding from American Electric Power Foundation
American Electric Power Foundation provides Tennessee 501(c)(3) public charities and eligible public entities with funding for STEM education, basic needs like hunger and housing, and social justice initiatives. Organizations must be within AEP’s service territory or have national or regional reach benefiting the public, environment, or AEP customers, and meet strict non-discrimination standards.
American Electric Power Foundation
Auto Club Group Foundation Grants for Tennessee Safety
The Auto Club Group Foundation provides Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, local governments, and first responder agencies with funding for traffic safety, driver education, and K–12 financial literacy initiatives. Eligible applicants within the foundation’s 14-state footprint can request US $5,000 - US $15,000, including for passive speed enforcement equipment such as speed display signs.
The Auto Club Group Foundation
Dwayne Hawkins Family Foundation Grants for Tennessee Nonprofits
Tennessee 501(c)(3) public charities seeking support for programs, projects, or operations can apply for grants that fund healthcare, education, veterans’ services, animal welfare, housing, arts, and community and economic development. Grants from Dwayne Hawkins Family Foundation help organizations in Hamilton, Marion, and Sequatchie Counties advance their ongoing mission and impact in local communities.
Dwayne Hawkins Family Foundation Inc
C Spire Wireless Foundation STEM Grants in Tennessee
Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations focused on STEM education, digital literacy, technology, or workforce skills can access funding through C Spire Wireless Foundation to support community projects and events. Preference is given to groups based in the C Spire service region across Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama that strengthen tech education and professional development.
C Spire Wireless Foundation
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
CSX Foundation Grants for Tennessee Community Services
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions serving military members, veterans, first responders, or community needs can receive in-kind transportation services and donated railroad equipment and materials. CSX Foundation supports eligible organizations within its rail network communities through intermodal freight moves and occasional donations of supplies and retired rail cars.
Csx Foundation Inc
Tennessee Education Funding via Dunn Family Foundation
Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations developing educational testing, support materials, or innovative education projects can apply for Dunn Family Foundation grants, typically ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Eligible nonprofits must have offices in Tennessee, with initial awards for project costs and potential future support for operations or related capital needs.
Dunn Family Foundation
Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation Support for Community Needs
501(c)(3) nonprofits and eligible governmental units addressing community betterment, basic human needs, health, or the arts in Tennessee and other operating states can seek project support from the Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation. Grants may benefit programs like food banks, shelters, youth services, and similar initiatives focused on local residents’ well-being.
Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation
Tennessee Community Services Funding via Memorial Foundation
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving residents in the Nashville Memorial Hospital service area can seek funding for health care access, human and social services, education, youth and senior programs, and community services. Focused on community impact, Memorial Foundation considers capital projects, general operating support, and some start-up initiatives; applicants must first schedule a brief eligibility meeting.
Memorial Foundation
Tennessee Emergency Health Funding via Rosendin Foundation
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits facing unplanned emergencies like fires, floods, or other disasters can seek one-time support for emotional, occupational, or nutritional health needs. Focused on community well-being, The Rosendin Foundation invites eligible organizations in its Tennessee office and project areas to request up to US $5,000, reviewed on an as-needed basis.
The Rosendin Foundation
Capacity-Building Grants for Nonprofits from Frist Foundation
Established 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Davidson County residents with budgets over $250,000 can apply for Frist Foundation support to expand service capacity, strengthen sustainability, or improve technology. With a mission to improve quality of life, the foundation provides Tennessee organizations with project, technology, and selected operational funding in areas like arts, food insecurity, health disparities, immigrants, refugees, and unhoused neighbors.
Frist Foundation
Community Support Grants for 501(c)(3)s from Valero Energy Foundation
Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations addressing basic needs, health care, education, or civic and environmental initiatives can access funding through Valero Energy Foundation, by invitation only. Eligible nonprofits must serve communities near Valero’s Memphis operations, with all funding requests for the calendar year submitted at the same time.
Valero Energy Foundation
Truist Foundation Support for Workforce Development
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits providing workforce development and career navigation services in Tennessee and other Truist footprint states can apply for Truist Foundation Inspire Awards, with grants ranging from US $10,000 - US $250,000. Funding supports adult worker upskilling, AI literacy, wraparound basic needs, and career pathways programming that help people access quality jobs and economic mobility.
Truist Foundation Inc
Assisi Foundation Support for Tennessee Nonprofits
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing health, education, social justice, arts, or community services in select Mid-South counties of Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi can seek project support. The Assisi Foundation of Memphis provides funding for initiatives in Shelby, Fayette, and Tipton Counties in Tennessee, plus nearby counties, emphasizing community well-being and capacity building.
The Assisi Foundation of Memphis, Inc.
Tennessee Community Programs Funding via Altra Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Aug 16, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits providing education, health, human services, environmental, cultural, or community development programs in Montgomery County, Tennessee can receive US $2,500 - US $10,000 through the Best Life Community Awards. Altra Foundation members nominate organizations they personally support, with finalists selected by employee judges and a Community Choice Award decided by public vote.
ALTRA FOUNDATION INC
Equity Initiatives Funding for Nonprofits from Dow Company Foundation
Applications due Sep 5, 2026
Nonprofit and charitable organizations, schools, hospitals, and government agencies in Tennessee counties like Knox and Montgomery can apply for Dow Promise grants of up to US $10,000 to support social, economic, or environmental initiatives benefiting Black youth and adults. Grants from Dow Company Foundation help 501(c)(3) organizations address community-identified needs and advance equitable opportunities where Dow operates.
Dow Company Foundation
Community Foundation Capacity Grants in Tennessee
Applications due Sep 27, 2026
Established 501(c)(3) nonprofits in west Tennessee, northern Mississippi, and eastern Arkansas can seek approximately US $15,000 for one-time capacity-building projects such as evaluation, training, planning, or technology upgrades. Focused on organizational development, Community Foundation of Greater Memphis funding requires a dollar-for-dollar cash match tied specifically to the approved capacity-building project.
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
Youth and Conservation Grants for Nonprofits from Tucker Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in youth education, environmental land conservation, arts education, or community-wide human services can access funding through the Tucker Foundation to support programs and operations. Eligible organizations must serve the Chattanooga/Hamilton County or Cleveland/Bradley County MSAs and may also pursue scholarships, capital projects, or conservation easements.
The Tucker Foundation
Tennessee Youth Programs Funding via Holloway Family Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering youth arts, mentorship, or workforce development programs within 25 miles of Nashville, Tennessee can seek support for program or general operating needs. The Graham and Carolyn Holloway Family Foundation funds U.S.-serving charities that promote creative expression, youth mentorship, and pathways to financial stability, with applications due each March.
Graham and Carolyn Holloway Family Foundation
Food and Shelter Grants for Nonprofits from UNICO Foundation
Applications due Feb 13, 2027
Grants help Tennessee 501(c)(3) food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters purchase food and provide shelter for low-income and vulnerable people. Eligible nonprofits must be registered, meet health regulations, operate outside private homes, and use 100% of funds for direct services. UNICO Foundation’s Ralph J. Torraco Fund serves organizations domiciled in select states, including Tennessee.
UNICO Foundation Inc
The Nature Conservancy Land Protection Grants in Tennessee
Applications due Feb 14, 2027
Tennessee 501(c)(3) conservation and community organizations, municipalities, Tribal Nations, and agencies can access funding for land protection and easement acquisition through The Nature Conservancy’s Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program. Grants up to US $100,000 support projects within the Appalachians Program boundary that secure resilient, connected lands and deliver meaningful community benefits such as access to nature, water protection, and recreation.
The Nature Conservancy
Tennessee Arts and Education Funding via Adams Foundation
Applications due Feb 15, 2027
Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations planning arts, culture, music, or education projects can seek up to US $50,000 for project-specific sponsorships, not general operations or capital needs. The Arthur F And Alice E Adams Supporting Foundation primarily supports innovative programs and performances, with a preference for organizations in Memphis and projects starting after February 15, 2027.
Arthur F And Alice E Adams Supporting Foundation
American Water Charitable Foundation Support for Watershed Projects
Applications due Mar 6, 2027
With a mission to support water and environmental projects, American Water Charitable Foundation provides Tennessee 501(c)(3) public charities and eligible educational institutions with funding for watershed protection, water conservation, and equitable water-based recreation. Projects must be completed within 12 months and occur within American Water service areas, including Tennessee and designated military service locations.
American Water Charitable Foundation Inc
US $100,000 - US $150,000
Youth Mental Health Grants for Nonprofits from Cigna Foundation
Pre proposal due Mar 12, 2027
With a mission to improve health and vitality, Cigna Foundation provides Tennessee 501(c)(3) public charities with US $100,000 - US $150,000 grants for youth mental health programs. Funding supports evidence-informed services for ages 5–18, especially in schools and underserved communities, including social-emotional learning, caregiver training, and improved access to mental health care.
CIGNA Foundation
Southern Partners Fund Support for Rural Justice
Applications due May 6, 2027
Rural, community-based 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee and other Southeastern states using grassroots organizing for social, economic, or environmental justice can seek general or project support through this grant cycle. Southern Partners Fund prioritizes small-budget groups building community leadership, strengthening rural communities, and advancing justice-focused campaigns over direct services or capital projects.
Southern Partners Fund
Tennessee Housing Innovation Funding via Enterprise Community Partners
Applications due May 16, 2027
Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations and other eligible housing innovators can access funding for scalable affordable housing solutions through Enterprise Community Partners. This national competition offers US $2,000,000 grants for proven innovations in design and construction, finance, or service delivery and programs that expand affordable rental, homeownership, or workforce housing options.
Enterprise Community Partners Inc