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Tennessee Private Grants

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Reptile and Amphibian Conservation Grant Program
$2,500
The Orianne Society
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to graduate students conducting herpetological research focused on the conservation and management of reptiles and amphibians in the southeastern United States.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Thriving Communities Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
United Way of South Central Tennessee Grant
Contact for amount
United Way of South Central Tennessee
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that improve education, health, and financial stability for communities in seven counties of South Central Tennessee.

Community Development
Nonprofits
T.H.R.I.V.E Grant
$5,000
Vanderbilt University
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 11, 2025

This grant provides up to $5,000 in seed funding for Vanderbilt students and registered student organizations to develop innovative projects that promote community belonging, collaboration, and inclusivity on campus.

Community Development
Individuals
Southern Prize and State Fellowships for Literary Arts
$25,000
South Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 5, 2025

This grant provides financial support and professional development opportunities to exceptional scriptwriters residing in the Southern United States, celebrating their contributions to the region's cultural landscape.

Arts
Individuals
Rosendin Foundation Annual Grants
$100,000
The Rosendin Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on emotional, occupational, and nutritional health, primarily in specific states and areas near Rosendin or Modular Power Solutions offices.

Health
Nonprofits
Youth Literacy Grants
Contact for amount
Dollar General Literacy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2026

This funding opportunity supports schools, public libraries, and nonprofit organizations that provide literacy programs for K-12 students struggling with reading, located near Dollar General stores.

Education
Nonprofits
Arts Build Communities Grant Program
$5,000
Tennessee Arts Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 9, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Tennessee-based nonprofit organizations and local governments in creating community-focused arts projects that enhance access to the arts and improve quality of life.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Youth Endowment Fund Grant
$20,000
East Tennessee Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations that create innovative programs to improve the well-being and future prospects of youth in East Tennessee by addressing education, health, and the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences.

Youth
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grant
$120,000
Community Foundation of West Tennessee
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 17, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in West Tennessee for community-driven projects that benefit local residents across various sectors, excluding operating support and individual grants.

Community Development
Nonprofits
NFL Foundation Grassroots Program
$250,000
National Football League (NFL) Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in underserved communities to improve local football fields, ensuring safe and accessible spaces for youth sports and community engagement.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Donaldson Foundation Organizational Grants
$20,000
Donaldson Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on educational initiatives in communities where Donaldson Company operates, helping to enhance access to education and address local educational needs.

Education
Nonprofits
Tellico Community Foundation Grant
$10,000
Tellico Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 21, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Loudon and Monroe counties that are focused on innovative programs and projects aimed at improving childhood development and education.

Education
Nonprofits
Opportunity Endowment Fund
$25,000
East Tennessee Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and public organizations in East Tennessee to strengthen their operational capacity and foster collaboration on projects that address community needs and promote prevention initiatives.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Community Disaster Relief Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Georgia that are working on recovery projects following the recent wildfires.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County
$7,500
East Tennessee Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 17, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations that enhance education, culture, social services, and economic development for residents of Monroe County, encouraging community collaboration and engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Idea Leap Grant Program
$30,000
Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This program provides financial support and mentorship to small businesses in Tennessee and Georgia that are poised for growth but need additional resources to expand and thrive.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
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
Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Contact for amount
East Tennessee Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit and government organizations in Knoxville to develop and improve affordable housing options for low-income and very low-income residents.

Housing
Nonprofits