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Nonprofit
National Park Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Apr 6 – May 8, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
Funds programs that bring elementary students to national parks to learn. Schools, nonprofits, tribes and park partners can apply with a National Park Service site. Last year's typical award was near $57,500.
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Nonprofit
The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Apr 10, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Up to $30K
Should we apply? · Get ready
- In Tennessee
- Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
Schools and districts facing money problems can get help paying a Japanese teacher's salary, up to $30,000 per school per year. The school shares the cost. The next application comes out in early 2027.
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Nonprofit
National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about May 5 – Jun 10, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Up to $10K
Should we apply? · Get ready
Pays for outdoor programs on public land that help veterans' health and well-being. Nonprofits, government agencies and tribes can apply. Grants are up to $10,000.
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Community foundation
East Tennessee Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Aug 17 – Sep 18, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Up to $25K
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Anderson County, Blount County, Campbell County, Carter County and 21 more counties
Grants up to $25,000 for collaborative projects that strengthen how organizations work together across ETF's 25-county region. The 2026 application closed in September and awards come in December.
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Community foundation
East Tennessee Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Feb 2 – Feb 27, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Up to $15K
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Anderson County, Blount County, Campbell County, Carter County and 21 more counties
Two-year grants up to $15,000 for arts organizations and arts programming in ETF's region; next awards in 2028.
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Community foundation
East Tennessee Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Jul 1 – Jul 31, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Up to $7,500
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Monroe County
Two-year grants of $5,000-$7,500 for Monroe County well-being; next awards in 2028.
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Community foundation
Christian Community Foundation of Memphis (Hope for Memphis Fund) · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Sep 1, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Shelby County
Grants to Gospel-centered Christian ministries in the Memphis metro area that serve underserved people and work toward citywide change. The fall 2026 round has closed.
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Corporate
American Water Charitable Foundation (Tennessee American Water) · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Feb 2 – Mar 6, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Hamilton County
Competitive grants for charities and schools in American Water service areas, including Tennessee American Water's, for clean water, conservation, environmental education and water-based recreation projects. One grant per organization per year; requests...
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Local
Millington Education Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Aug 1 – Sep 15, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Up to $750
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Shelby County
Grants of up to $750 for Millington Municipal Schools faculty to fund classroom projects; one application per faculty member per cycle. Funds cannot be used for salaries, food, travel, field trips or furniture.
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Local
Gallatin Chamber Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Jul 24, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Sumner County
Awards each fall to Gallatin K-12 public school teachers for special classroom projects, funded by the Gallatin Shamrock Run. Principal approval is required.
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Community foundation
Tipton County Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Mar 1 – Mar 31, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Tipton County
Annual education grant cycle for projects that improve educational outcomes for Tipton County residents. Teachers and administrators in either public school system may apply, as can leaders of nonprofit education programs at churches, homeschool...
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Local
Blount County Education Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Aug 14, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- $100 – $2,000
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Blount County
- No match
Competitive grants for Blount County Schools teachers, staff or academic teams to fund creative projects that support student learning and well-being. Proposals are scored anonymously by a review committee.
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Foundation
West End Home Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Apr 1 – Jun 25, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Cheatham County, Davidson County, Robertson County, Rutherford County and 3 more counties
Annual grants for nonprofits serving adults 60 and older in seven Middle Tennessee counties. New applicants send a letter of intent first. The 2027 funding cycle closed June 25, 2026.
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Health foundation
Siddiqi Charitable Foundation · May be open now
- Deadline
- Estimated window Jul 1, 2026 – Jun 30, 2027: it may be open now. Check the funder's page Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Anderson County, Bledsoe County, Blount County, Bradley County and 29 more counties
Grants for nonprofits in East Tennessee and Appalachia working on kidney disease, diabetes, hypertension and related conditions. Funds screening, education, research and prevention. Applications are emailed; the site still lists the July 2025 to June 2026...
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Community foundation
East Tennessee Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Aug 1, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Knox County
Grants for nonprofit or government groups doing affordable housing work inside the City of Knoxville. It funds building, saving, and fixing homes for low-income owners and rental help for very low-income households. Applications are due August 1 each year...
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Nonprofit
Knoxville Bar Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Apr 30, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Knox County
Grants for Knoxville projects that improve the courts, help people reach the legal system, or teach the public about law. Awards are usually $5,000 or less. The 2026 round closed April 30.
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Corporate
Lowe's Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Mar 1 – Mar 31, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- $100K – $1M
Should we apply? · Get ready
Grants of $100,000 to $1 million for skilled-trades training: instructors, materials, training space, equipment and student stipends. Public community and technical colleges apply directly in March. Community nonprofits (August) and national nonprofits...
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Foundation or nonprofit
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Jun 4, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- $30K – $150K
Should we apply? · Get ready
Supports community partnerships for wetland, riparian, urban forest and stormwater restoration with education and outreach. The 2026 RFP named priority Tennessee cities and counties. Needs at least a 1:0.75 match to compete.
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Foundation or nonprofit
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Jul 1, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- $150K – $500K
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Bradley County, Hamilton County, Polk County
- 8 past Tennessee awards
Funds watershed-based restoration that improves aquatic habitat and native freshwater species across ten Southeastern states including Tennessee. The Conasauga River watershed (GA/TN) is a top-priority focal area.
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Foundation or nonprofit
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Jul 20, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- $50K – $250K
Should we apply? · Get ready
Supports white-nose syndrome treatment, bat population protection and applied research nationwide with USFWS. Businesses, agencies, universities and nonprofits may apply; only unincorporated individuals are excluded.
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