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Tennessee state
TN Department of Economic & Community Development · Opening soon
- Deadline
- Opens spring 2027 (no exact date yet)
- Award
- Up to $1M
Should we apply? · Get ready
- In Tennessee
- Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
- 214 past Tennessee awards
Federal HUD money that Tennessee re-grants to smaller cities and counties for water and sewer work, community infrastructure, revitalization, and public health and safety projects. Each eligible city or county may submit one application per year, and the...
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Community foundation
East Tennessee Foundation · Opening soon
- Deadline
- Opens 2027 (details by January 31, 2027) (no exact date yet)
- Award
- Up to $6,500
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- Local program: Johnson County
Grants up to $6,500 for projects that improve quality of life in Johnson County. The next cycle runs in 2027, with details by January 31, 2027.
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Community foundation
East Tennessee Foundation · Opening soon
- Deadline
- Opens details by January 31, 2027 (no exact date yet)
- Award
- Up to $50K
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- Local program: Washington County
Grants up to $50,000 for 'life literacy' programs serving Washington County residents. Next-cycle information is due by January 31, 2027.
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Corporate
First Horizon Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Due Dec 31, 2026 · 82 days left
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Madison County, Shelby County
The First Horizon Foundation gives grants to nonprofits in Memphis, Shelby County, and Jackson. The application opens October 1, 2026, and closes December 31, 2026. Decisions come in February 2027.
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Foundation
Newell & Bettie Graham Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Obion County
A family foundation in Rives, Tennessee that limits its grants to Obion County. Send a written application that explains your need. Apply well before you need the money.
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Foundation
Christy-Houston Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Rutherford County
The Christy-Houston Foundation in Murfreesboro gives grants that must help people in Rutherford County or the counties next to it. There is no deadline listed. Contact the foundation to ask how to apply.
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Foundation
William B. Stokely Jr. Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
Knoxville family foundation that lists a contact for requests, with no form, deadline or limits. Most past grants went to Knoxville and Cocke County schools, health and relief groups.
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Community foundation
Community Foundation for Dickson County (CFMT affiliate) · Opening soon
- Deadline
- Opens Jan 1, 2027 · due about Jan 31, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Up to $5,000
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- Local program: Dickson County
Grants up to $5,000 for Dickson County nonprofits working on conservation, youth and older adults, or historic preservation.
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Foundation
The Valentine Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- No deadline listed: see the official notice
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Knox County
Grants for Knox County capital projects, historic preservation, arts, education and wellness. Applications open each September 1 and awards are announced in December. Apply with the online form or email the application document.
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Foundation
Citizens Bank Tri-Cities Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
A bank-linked foundation in Elizabethton that gives to charities and schools. Send your group's name and how the gift helps the community; there is no deadline. Past grants went mostly to Carter County and Tri-Cities groups.
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Foundation
Brown S & S Foundation (Regions Bank, trustee) · Open
- Deadline
- Due about Aug 1, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Robertson County
A bank-managed trust that gives to charities serving people in Robertson County and nearby communities. Get the application form from the trustee. Send it in before August 1.
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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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Foundation
Adams Family Foundation I · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
Murfreesboro family foundation that gives first in Tennessee, then in the Southeast. Send an open letter with your request; there is no deadline. Most 2025 grants went to Rutherford County groups such as libraries, clinics and youth programs.
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Foundation
Smith Family Foundation (Knoxville) · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Anderson County, Blount County, Grainger County, Jefferson County and 5 more counties
Grants for nonprofits, churches, schools and government agencies in Knox County and nearby communities. Apply with the online form on the website. It does not fund debt, deficits, travel, lobbying or individuals.
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Local
Clarksville-Montgomery County Community Health Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Due Nov 1, 2026 · 22 days left
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Cheatham County, Dickson County, Houston County, Montgomery County and 2 more counties
One-year grants for projects that improve community health through health behaviors, clinical care, the built environment, or social and economic factors. Applicants must hold a required pre-application meeting with the Grants Manager at least 30 days...
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Local
Robertson County Economic Development Board (Experience Robertson County) · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: about Mar 16 – Apr 30, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Up to $15K
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Robertson County
Robertson County pays for building or equipment projects that draw more visitors. Towns and nonprofits that own or lease the site can ask for up to $15,000. This is a one-time grant for each project.
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Local
Rutherford County Conservation Board (Rutherford County Recreation) · Open
- Deadline
- Due May 1, 2027 · 203 days left
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Rutherford County
The county's elected Conservation Board funds community clubs and organizations for projects that expand recreation opportunities or improve community spaces in Rutherford County, such as equipment, materials or construction. Proposals are accepted through...
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Local
Roane County United Way · Open
- Deadline
- Due Dec 31, 2026 · 82 days left
- Award
- Up to $5,000
- Local program: Roane County
Small grants for newer nonprofits, or for established groups bringing a new service or one-time project to Roane County, in health, youth, financial security or community resiliency. Applications are reviewed in quarterly batches.
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Local
McMinn County (Office of the County Mayor) - Woods Foundation Funding · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Sep 15, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- $2,500 – $10K
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: McMinn County
Grants run through the McMinn County Mayor's office for projects that improve the health of county residents. Mental health access, obesity, and substance abuse get special interest. Funded projects file a year-end impact report.
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Local
Roane County United Way · Closed for this year
- Deadline
- Next round: due about Mar 1, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- Local program: Roane County
Annual grants for ongoing services by well-established organizations serving Roane County residents, reviewed by a volunteer panel with interviews.
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