Tennessee Community Development Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can access funding through US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible program. Organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple pillars, may be eligible to support projects that include environmental conservation of public spaces.
US Bancorp Foundation
Youth and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits worldwide, including those in Tennessee, can apply for DanPaul Foundation grants up to US $15,000 to support youth health, education, development, and welfare. Programs may include environmental education on clean air and water, poverty and homelessness services, refugee enrichment, child advocacy, and related youth-focused initiatives.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Climate Resilience Funding from Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience projects in Tennessee and worldwide can seek Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation prioritizes innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities and accepts applications year-round via an initial Letter of Inquiry.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Safety and Community Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Tennessee educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Programs that improve auto or home safety, support disaster preparedness and recovery, expand affordable housing, address food insecurity, or strengthen education and job readiness may be eligible, including environmentally focused projects.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in Tennessee
Tennessee cultural nonprofits offering arts or science programming can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation to support impactful culture initiatives. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million may receive program, capital, or limited general/endowment support, with a focus on arts education, artist development, and STEAM-related science programs. Awards are typically more than US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Tennessee Community Health Funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Tennessee nonprofits and other eligible charitable organizations can receive support for health, education, and community initiatives, including food pantries, patient services, and STEM programs. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides funding that may benefit environmental conservation groups with community health or education components serving local residents.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations such as nonprofits, schools, governments, and social enterprises working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability in Tennessee may be eligible for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Programs must serve children or youth from urban low-income communities in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Environmental and Community Grants for Charities from Roche
Environmental and community-focused charities in Tennessee and worldwide can apply for Roche’s philanthropic funding to support humanitarian, science education, community development, and arts projects. Focused on sustainable development and high-impact partnerships, Roche invites accredited charities to propose innovative environmental conservation or related initiatives that engage local stakeholders and, where appropriate, leverage Roche expertise and employee involvement.
La Roche, Inc.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Tennessee Nonprofits
With a mission to strengthen charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations with support for programs that materially benefit the general welfare. U.S.-based nonprofits doing environmental conservation alongside these priorities may be eligible if all funded activities occur within the country.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Environmental and community-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Tennessee can seek sponsorship support for programs advancing housing, jobs, hunger relief, arts, culture, and environmental initiatives. Bank of America Foundation supports efforts that preserve neighborhoods, address critical basic needs, promote diversity and inclusion, and strengthen the economic, social, and cultural life of local communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Tennessee Social Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 for social and humanitarian programs, including disaster relief, from Gupta Family Foundation. With a mission to support focused interventions, the foundation funds smaller organizations, typically 501(c)(3)s or qualifying foreign entities, currently operating in select countries including the U.S.
Gupta Family Foundation
Archival Records Funding for Tennessee Repositories via Tennessee State Library and Archives
Applications due Aug 14, 2026
Official county or municipal archives and authorized Tennessee not-for-profit record repositories can apply for the Tennessee State Library and Archives’ Archives Development Program Direct Grants, with awards up to US $10,000 for archival supplies, conservation, staffing, and digitization. Programs preserving environmental or land-use records may be eligible under this opportunity.
Tennessee State Library and Archives
Archival Preservation Grants for Tennessee Nonprofits from Tennessee State Library and Archives
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Government entities and not-for-profit organizations in Tennessee that hold permanent, historically valuable archival collections can receive up to US $5,000 to improve preservation and access to records. Tennessee State Library and Archives funds technology for digitization, conservation training, contracted digitization services, part-time archivists, and archival supplies, which may benefit environmental conservation collections and records.
Tennessee State Library and Archives
Environmental Conservation Grants for Nonprofits from Tucker Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on environmental conservation, education, or youth development can apply for Tucker Foundation support for land acquisition, conservation easements, operating activities, or related programs. Organizations in Hamilton or Bradley County may be eligible, especially those preserving natural environments or offering conservation-focused educational initiatives for young people.
The Tucker Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in Tennessee
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations seeking support for community services programs or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships; awards can back key service and financial goals. With a mission to help communities where employees live and work, Insperity provides nonprofits with philanthropic funding and sponsorships when employee involvement or client relationships are present.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Environmental Conservation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Environmental conservation nonprofits in Tennessee can seek project or program support through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation, which funds 501(c)(3) charitable organizations. Focus areas include environmental conservation, broader environmental initiatives, community services, and peacebuilding, so Tennessee-based groups working at these intersections may be competitive applicants.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Tennessee Community Programs Funding via Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities in Tennessee communities near Georgia-Pacific manufacturing facilities can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation’s grants to support education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment projects. Environmental conservation initiatives that strengthen long-term community well-being may be especially competitive if they serve areas within 30 miles of a GP facility.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek TJX Foundation support for basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. Tennessee environmental groups that also provide these services for vulnerable families and children may be eligible if they meet the mission and policy requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Tennessee Conservation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Environmental nonprofits, public schools, and libraries in Tennessee can seek unrestricted program or operating support for conservation and related human services work. With a mission to back environmental and human services causes, Lawrence Foundation provides US $5,000 - US $10,000 grants to 501(c)(3) public charities and similar organizations, with no geographic restrictions.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Tennessee Conservation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Tennessee environmental conservation nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support environmental and wildlife protection activities. IRS-qualified U.S. organizations, including community-based programs, museums, schools, and related groups working on conservation and community services, may be eligible to apply during the foundation’s spring or fall award rounds.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven programs in the U.S., including Tennessee, may be eligible for Ameriprise Financial Community Grants. Focus areas such as housing, hunger relief, workforce readiness, and arts access could support conservation-related groups that also strengthen community resilience and economic stability.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Tennessee Environment
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek project funding in areas like environmental programs, education, health care, social services, and civic or cultural initiatives, including work in Tennessee. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help support one-year projects, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000, primarily for U.S.-based applicants.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Environmental and Youth Funding from Community Foundation
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and government entities in Coffee County, Tennessee can apply for the Lillian Ashley Fund, with awards up to US $20,000 to implement or expand specific program activities. Administered by Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, this grant supports children’s health, animal welfare, and environmental conservation initiatives that advance clear goals and milestones.
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
The Nature Conservancy Land Protection Grants in Tennessee
Applications due Feb 14, 2027
Nonprofit conservation and community organizations, municipalities, Tribal Nations, and agencies in Tennessee can access funding through The Nature Conservancy’s Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program for fee and easement land acquisition projects. Grants up to US $100,000 support capital, due diligence, stewardship, and community engagement costs for conserving resilient, connected lands with clear community benefits.
The Nature Conservancy
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Tennessee Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help Tennessee nonprofit organizations improve economic stability, workforce development, health, and disaster relief services for underserved people. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) or equivalent public charities near O’Reilly Auto Parts locations may request project, general operating, or capital support, which can include community programs that intersect with environmental conservation needs.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Tennessee Youth Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Tennessee environmental conservation and youth-focused nonprofits can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards to support programs for underserved young people, families, and communities. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. may apply for US $30,000 - US $350,000 for initiatives in youth development, food security, housing, and environmental stewardship projects like community gardens or outdoor classrooms.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc