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Local
Downtown Memphis Commission / Center City Development Corporation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Up to $80K
- Local program: Shelby County
- Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
A dollar-for-dollar matching grant for street-visible exterior work (storefronts, masonry, painting, signage, lighting, awnings, patios, design fees) on commercial buildings in Downtown Memphis' Central Business Improvement District. Property owners and...
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Foundation
The Frist Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Davidson County
Nashville foundation grants that help nonprofits strengthen systems and effectiveness (strategic planning, earned revenue, technology) or invest in buildings, renovation and land. New applicants take an eligibility quiz, then submit a short request...
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Foundation
Robert W. and Elise B. Lykins Charitable Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
Louisville family foundation with no stated limits on where it gives. Half of its past grants went to Nashville groups such as parks, public media and the library. There is no form or deadline.
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Nonprofit
Youth Service America (YSA) · Open
- Deadline
- Due Oct 25, 2026 · 15 days left
- Award
- Up to $2,000
- In Tennessee
- Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
Grants of $2,000 help start or grow youth councils. Grantees hold a youth leadership summit near MLK Day 2027. A $1,000 match is required.
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Foundation
ECMC Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
ECMC Foundation funds projects that help underserved students finish college or career-technical credentials. Nonprofits, colleges, and government agencies can send a letter of inquiry any time. Strong ideas are invited to send a full proposal.
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Nonprofit
Pulitzer Center · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
Pays reporting costs for in-depth stories on issues the news often misses. Staff and freelance journalists anywhere may apply, on any topic. Most awards for international travel run $5,000 to $10,000.
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Local
Connect Downtown Johnson City (Main Street program) · Open
- Deadline
- No deadline listed: see the official notice
- Award
- $250 – $4,000
- Local program: Carter County, Sullivan County, Washington County
Small annual grants for businesses and property owners in Johnson City's Main Street Program area for improvements (including façades, signage, lighting, outdoor seating, ADA upgrades), business development, and downtown events. Projects must be finished...
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Tennessee state
TN Department of Agriculture · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
County or area beekeeping associations can get state grants to pay local bee inspectors they choose. The state has set aside $22,050 to split among associations that ask. Associations sign a grant contract from the State Apiarist.
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Association
Tennessee Hospital Association / Tennessee Center for Health Workforce Development · Open
- Deadline
- Due Dec 10, 2026 · 61 days left
- Award
- Up to $1,500
Tennessee nurses who coach nursing students one-on-one can earn a $1,500 payment. You need at least 70 hours of precepting in one cycle and a short online course. Money is limited and paid until it runs out.
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Foundation
The Allen Foundation (Nashville) · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
This Nashville foundation helps people in struggling communities in the U.S. and abroad. It likes small projects that big charities pass over. There is no deadline; past Tennessee grants went to Nashville groups.
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Federal
Institute of Museum and Library Services · Open
- Deadline
- Due Nov 13, 2026 · 34 days left
- Award
- $5,000 – $350K
- In Tennessee
- Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
- 18 past Tennessee awards
Institute of Museum and Library Services expects to make 20 awards of $5,000 to $350,000.
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Foundation
Herbert T. Weston Jr. and Marian S. Weston Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
A family foundation that takes general letters stating your purpose, with your IRS tax-exempt letter. It lists no deadlines or limits. Recent Tennessee grants went to river, cave and animal groups.
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Foundation
Watson-Brown Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Due Apr 15, 2027 · 187 days left
- Award
- Amount not specified
Grants to public charities and colleges that study or preserve the history and culture of the South. It funds research, museums and archives, book costs, preservation and programs. Send a short letter of inquiry first; applications are due April 15.
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Foundation
Speller Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
Small Nashville family foundation with no stated limits on place or field. Most past grants went to Nashville Jewish community groups and local charities. Send a written request any time.
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Foundation
Myron Lewis Foundation · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
Small Memphis-area family foundation with no stated limits on place or field. All recent grants went to Memphis and Germantown groups for operating costs. Send a letter stating your request any time.
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Corporate
Unum Group · Open
- Deadline
- Rolling: apply any time
- Award
- Amount not specified
- Local program: Hamilton County
Unum funds nonprofits that help disadvantaged students, improve mental health and other health needs, and respond to disasters. Groups near Unum's home offices, including Chattanooga, get priority. Requests are taken year-round, but contact the local Unum...
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Federal
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · Department of Transportation · Open
- Deadline
- Due Sep 1, 2027 · 326 days left
- Award
- $300K – $20M
- In Tennessee
- No match
- 7 past Tennessee awards
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration expects to make 10 awards of $300,000 to $20 million. Open to many kinds of groups. See who can apply.
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Federal
Centers for Disease Control-GHC · Department of Health and Human Services · Opening soon
- Deadline
- Opens Dec 14, 2026 · due about Feb 12, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
- In Tennessee
- No match
- 5 past Tennessee awards
Centers for Disease Control-GHC expects to make 1 award. Anyone can apply.
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Nonprofit
The Carter Center · Opening soon
- Deadline
- Opens the end of January 2027 (no exact date yet)
- Award
- Amount not specified
Should we apply? · Get ready
A year-long fellowship with a stipend and training for U.S. journalists reporting on mental health. Fellows report from home and do not move. Freelancers may apply with a letter from someone who knows their work.
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Federal
Centers for Disease Control - NCIPC · Department of Health and Human Services · Opening soon
- Deadline
- Opens Jan 26, 2027 · due about Mar 31, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
- Award
- Up to $125K
Should we apply? · Get ready
- In Tennessee
- Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
- 18 past Tennessee awards
Centers for Disease Control - NCIPC expects to make 50 awards of up to $125,000. Anyone can apply.
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