Tennessee Community Development Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on early learning, family stability, or community development can access funding via US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible program. Grants support economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and community arts and culture in designated U.S. Bank communities, with priority for organizations led by people of color and those advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Education Grants in Tennessee
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee focused on children, education, or health and human services can seek program funding that demonstrates measurable community impact. Grants from Costco Foundation help early learning and child-focused education programs that show clear community need, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support. Applications are reviewed within 4–6 weeks.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Tennessee
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative approaches to social problems can seek support for new or reimagined human services programs through the Creag Foundation. Focused on innovation, the foundation invites organizations, including those with early learning or Head Start-related initiatives, to inquire if they have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year.
Creag Foundation
Youth Programs Funding for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Tennessee serving children and youth can apply for DanPaul Foundation grants of up to US $15,000 to support health, education, development, and welfare programs. Funding may benefit early learning, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, environmental education, and related youth-focused initiatives, including Head Start-aligned efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Tennessee Education Innovation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations in Tennessee and beyond can seek up to US $300,000 over three years to scale innovative social and environmental solutions. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help education and early learning initiatives, among other sectors, that serve underserved communities and can reach at least 10,000 people within five years.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Education and Empowerment Funding from Cisco Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education, or economic empowerment programs may be eligible for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000 in Tennessee and worldwide. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an initial letter of inquiry.
Cisco Systems Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Arts Grants in Tennessee
Tennessee cultural and arts-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for substantial culture programs in the U.S., with awards typically more than US $100,000. Support may cover program, capital, or limited general and endowment needs, including arts education and artist development that benefit young people.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Tennessee Community Health Funding via Labcorp Foundation
Tennessee early education and community service nonprofits can seek support for health, welfare, education, or community initiatives through the Labcorp Charitable Foundation. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides Tennessee education and community organizations with funding for food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives that may complement Head Start and early learning programs.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Early Education Grants
Organizations running early learning or other education programs for urban low-income children, including those in Tennessee, can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards are More than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other entities working in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Early Education Funding for Nonprofits from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing early childhood education or community development services in Tennessee communities where PNC operates can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant. Funding supports birth-to-five learning, educator development, family engagement, and economic development initiatives serving primarily low- and moderate-income families, which may complement or extend local Head Start programming.
PNC Foundation
Education and Social Impact Funding from Roche
Preschool and early learning nonprofits in Tennessee seeking support for humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or contemporary arts initiatives can apply for Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy. Focused on sustainable, high-quality projects managed by accredited charities, Roche invites organizations to propose innovative programs that may engage its expertise, logistics, and employees as partners.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Education Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services in Tennessee and other eligible countries can seek support for programs serving marginalized and vulnerable communities. Semnani Family Foundation provides global funding that may benefit early learning, child welfare, and family support initiatives connected to Head Start and similar efforts.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Tennessee Education
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running educational, scientific, medical, or other charitable programs in Tennessee can seek support for work carried out in the U.S. With a mission to advance charitable, scientific, medical, and educational efforts, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides funding to tax-exempt organizations, which may include early learning and preschool initiatives.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on housing, jobs, hunger, or community development in Tennessee can seek sponsorship funding to advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives such as basic needs, workforce development, arts and culture, and inclusive community programs, which may benefit early learning and family-focused services.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Tennessee Human Services Funding via Gupta Family
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working on poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, or other human and social services in Tennessee and worldwide can seek support for programs helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant. With a mission to help the disadvantaged become self-reliant, Gupta Family Foundation provides grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000 to smaller, non-sectarian organizations.
Gupta Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Preschool and early learning nonprofits in Tennessee can use this storytelling grant to highlight the impact of their Head Start or early childhood programs. Focused on preservation, education, and wellness, the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation invites 501(c)(3) and aligned for-profit organizations to apply for awards of more than US $50,000 to share their community impact.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Tennessee Education Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations providing education, early learning, or family services can access funding through Robinson Foundation for single-year projects serving communities south of the Mason-Dixon line. Programs supporting children and families, poverty relief, or related Head Start-style services may be eligible if they demonstrate fiscal responsibility and clear, tangible impact in the Southern region.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in Tennessee
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can apply for grants or event sponsorships that aid important service goals. With a mission to help the communities where they live and work, Insperity provides eligible charities with philanthropic funding and sponsorship once per year, including organizations connected to Insperity employees or clients.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Education
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Preschool and early learning nonprofits in Tennessee can seek funding for community services, environmental education, and peacebuilding initiatives that benefit young children. Focused on broad social and environmental impact, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations, including those operating Head Start or similar early childhood programs, to apply.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Tennessee Community Programs Funding via Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities in Tennessee communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation support to advance education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment initiatives. Early learning and preschool programs that meet these priorities and serve GP communities may be especially competitive.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Family Support Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in Tennessee can seek funding for basic needs, out-of-school supports, and workforce readiness programs for at-risk youth, as well as domestic violence safety services. The TJX Foundation invites eligible groups to begin with an online questionnaire and Letter of Inquiry for consideration.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Tennessee Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Tennessee can seek unrestricted program or operating support for environmental, human services, and related work. With a mission to back these causes, Lawrence Foundation provides US $5,000 - US $10,000 grants, which may benefit early learning or family-focused services connected to Head Start populations.
Lawrence Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment can seek funding that supports hunger relief, housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, and arts access. Focused on strengthening communities, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. nonprofits with strong volunteer engagement to apply if they align with its three core grantmaking areas.
Ameriprise Financial
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Tennessee Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help Tennessee nonprofits provide community-focused programs, including early childhood and family support services. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations near O’Reilly Auto Parts locations may request project, general operating, or capital support for efforts such as economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief that benefit underserved families.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Tennessee Community Programs Funding via Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $30,000 for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects. Early learning and youth-serving programs, including those complementing Head Start services in Union Pacific–served communities, may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s cause areas and DEI priorities.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Tennessee Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth and families through education, housing, food security, or environmental programs can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. Grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 support initiatives such as early learning enrichment, character and leadership development, hunger relief, and community-based projects that benefit children and their communities.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc