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Tennessee grants for City or township governments

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Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative
$2,500,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in the Appalachian region for projects that promote economic diversification and workforce development in communities impacted by coal industry job losses.

Workforce Development
State governments
Farm Infrastructure Improvement Grant
$100,000
University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to licensed dairy farms in the southeastern U.S. to improve their infrastructure and operational efficiency, enhancing profitability and sustainability in the dairy industry.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Tennessee Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant (HMEP)
Contact for amount
Tennessee Department of Military
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 9, 2023

This grant provides funding to state and tribal agencies to improve emergency preparedness and response capabilities for hazardous materials incidents, particularly those related to transportation.

Safety
City or township governments
ThreeStar Grant Program - Certification Required: Distressed Counties
$1,000,000
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 2, 2025

This program provides funding for distressed counties in Tennessee to implement high-impact projects that promote economic development and community growth, with a focus on strategic planning and measurable outcomes.

Community Development
County governments
Jefferson Health Care Foundation Fund
$100,000
Jefferson Health Care Foundation Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative healthcare projects that improve access and wellbeing for residents of Jefferson County, particularly targeting underserved populations.

Health
Nonprofits
South Arts’ Cross-Sector Impact Grants–2026
$15,000
South Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects between arts organizations and non-arts entities in the Southern U.S. to creatively address health and wellness challenges in their communities.

Arts
Individuals
Robotics Award Program
$5,000
Tennessee Valley Authority
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2026

This grant provides financial support to K–12 schools and nonprofit organizations in the TVA service area to enhance robotics education and encourage student participation in competitions.

Education
Nonprofits
Southeast Aquatics Fund
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions in the southeastern U.S. to improve aquatic habitats and water quality, particularly for endangered species and key river basins.

Environment
Nonprofits
Tennessee Tire Environmental Act Program (TEAP)
$500,000
Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 4, 2023

This program provides financial assistance to Tennessee-based organizations for projects that promote innovative recycling and beneficial uses of scrap tires, enhancing environmental sustainability and community development.

Environment
Nonprofits
Cumberland Plateau-Southern Appalachians Stewardship Fund
$750,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions in the Cumberland Plateau and Southern Appalachians to restore ecosystems, improve habitats, and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
MartinConnects Fund
$8,000
MartinFed
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities in specific U.S. regions for initiatives addressing homelessness, STEM education, veterans' services, and support for women and children.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Precision Technology and Management Grant
$150,000
University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to licensed dairy businesses in the Southeastern U.S. and Puerto Rico to adopt precision technologies that improve sustainability, efficiency, and profitability in dairy operations.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Community Impact Grants
$30,000
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Middle Tennessee that enhance community well-being through initiatives in the arts, child and youth development, and positive mental health, particularly for underserved populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Tennessee Weatherization Assistance Program
$8,547
Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This program provides financial assistance to low-income households in Tennessee to improve energy efficiency and reduce utility costs through weatherization services, prioritizing vulnerable populations such as the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and families with young children.

Energy
Nonprofits
Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports collaborative economic development projects across multiple Appalachian states, targeting local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions to drive regional transformation and growth.

Community Development
Nonprofits
READY Grants to Grow
$500,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in economically distressed areas of the Appalachian Region to enhance their capacity through training, strategic planning, and community-led initiatives for sustainable economic growth.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Community Tree Planting Grant
$20,000
Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDA-DoF)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, nonprofit organizations, and public schools in Tennessee for planting trees on public lands to improve community wellbeing and environmental health.

Environment
City or township governments
The Community Placemaking Grants program
$100,000
Project for Public Spaces
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This program provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofits and local governments to improve public spaces through community-driven projects that promote inclusivity and accessibility.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Tennessee Family Resource Centers
Contact for amount
Tennessee Department of Education
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 8, 2023

This grant provides funding to local education agencies in Tennessee to establish Family Resource Centers that support students and families by addressing social, emotional, and physical health needs to enhance academic success.

Education
Nonprofits
Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program
$100,000
The Nature Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects in the Appalachian region that protect wildlife habitats and enhance ecological connectivity, targeting community organizations, municipalities, and tribal nations.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits