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  1. Federal

    2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program

    Forest Service · Department of Agriculture · Open

    Deadline
    Due Oct 12, 2026 · 4 days left
    Award
    $200K – $750K
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
    • Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
    • Only 4 days left to apply
    • Past Tennessee awards on file: 3

    The intent of the National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share grant program is to advance solutions to the economic, health, and environmental challenges faced by communities. This year’s program focuses on advancing community tree resource...

    Checked today against the source

  2. Foundation

    Grants (spring and fall online application windows)

    Robinson Foundation · Opening soon

    Deadline
    Due Oct 15, 2026 · 7 days left
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee
    • Only 7 days left to apply

    A family foundation that funds charities serving the Southern U.S., including Tennessee. Areas include children and families, disaster relief, medical help, veterans, animal welfare and education. Apply online during the spring or fall window.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  3. Corporate

    Louder Than Words grants

    JD Finish Line Foundation · Open

    Deadline
    Due about Oct 15, 2026 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
    Award
    Up to $10K
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)

    The JD Finish Line Foundation gives grants of up to $10,000 to nonprofits across the country. Each of three yearly rounds has its own focus: health, job skills or safe communities. The current safe communities round closes October 15.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  4. Tennessee state

    FVPSA Hurricane 2.0 (disaster preparedness for DV shelters)

    TN Office of Criminal Justice Programs (Dept. of Finance & Administration) · Open

    Deadline
    Due Oct 19, 2026 · 11 days left
    Award
    Up to $100K
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee
    • Only 11 days left to apply

    Equipment grants that help domestic violence shelters already funded by OCJP prepare for and respond to disasters. Personnel and travel costs are not allowed.

    Checked 3 days ago against the source

  5. Federal

    Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition

    AmeriCorps · Open

    Deadline
    Due Oct 20, 2026 · 12 days left
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
    • Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
    • Only 12 days left to apply
    • Past Tennessee awards on file: 30

    AmeriCorps improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps brings people together to tackle some of the country’s most pressing challenges through national service and volunteerism....

    Checked today against the source

  6. Private

    James L. Richardson Driver Grant (2026-27)

    Public Entity Partners (Tennessee local-government risk pool) · Open

    Deadline
    Due Oct 30, 2026 · 22 days left
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee
    • Needs a match (see how much in the notice)

    Tennessee cities and agencies insured by Public Entity Partners can get help paying for driver safety tools and training. It is a 50/50 matching grant. Motor vehicle record checks are paid at 100%, up to your limit.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  7. Foundation

    Program and operating grants (environment, human services, disaster relief)

    The Lawrence Foundation · Open

    Deadline
    Due Oct 31, 2026 · 23 days left
    Award
    $5,000 – $10K
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
    • No match required

    A family foundation that gives program and general operating grants anywhere in the US. It funds environment and human services work, plus some disaster relief. Most grants are $5,000 to $10,000.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  8. Corporate

    Oshkosh Corporation Foundation grants

    Oshkosh Corporation Foundation · Open

    Deadline
    Due about Oct 31, 2026 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)

    The Oshkosh Corporation Foundation funds nonprofits that fight poverty. It supports food and shelter, job training, youth mentoring and groups that help first responders. Priority goes to places where Oshkosh workers live, with four deadlines a year.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  9. Private

    Project Grants (state court improvement)

    State Justice Institute · Open

    Deadline
    Due Nov 1, 2026 · 24 days left
    Award
    Up to $300K
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
    • Needs a match (see how much in the notice)

    The State Justice Institute funds projects that improve how state and local courts work. Courts and national court support groups can apply. Every grant needs a cash match at least equal to the award.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  10. Corporate

    Erie Insurance Giving Network funding requests

    Erie Insurance · Open

    Deadline
    Due Nov 6, 2026 · 29 days left
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee

    Erie Insurance funds nonprofits, schools and towns in the states where it sells insurance, including Tennessee. Focus areas are safety, community building and the environment. Requests up to $25,000 are taken any time; bigger requests have set deadlines.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  11. Private

    Adult Learn-to-Swim Grant

    USA Swimming Foundation (with U.S. Masters Swimming) · Open

    Deadline
    Due Nov 15, 2026 · 38 days left
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
    • No match required

    Grants help instructors and programs teach adults to swim. The goal is fewer adult drownings. Winners must register as a U.S. Masters Swimming club or workout group.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  12. Private

    Youth Learn-to-Swim Grant

    USA Swimming Foundation · Open

    Deadline
    Due Nov 15, 2026 · 38 days left
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
    • No match required

    Grants help swim lesson programs give free or low-cost lessons to children. Money can also pay for rides to lessons. You must be an approved Swim Lesson Provider before November 15.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  13. Corporate

    Build Strong community investment grants

    TC Energy (Columbia Gulf Transmission) · Open

    Deadline
    Due Nov 16, 2026 · 39 days left
    Award
    $1,000 – $25K
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Only near the company's Tennessee locations — check the program page

    TC Energy gives grants to groups within about 20 miles of its pipelines, including the Columbia Gulf line in Tennessee. It funds gear and hazmat training for first responders and other community needs. Most grants are $1,000 to $25,000.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  14. Corporate

    Domtar Connects community investments

    Domtar · Open

    Deadline
    Due Nov 30, 2026 · 53 days left
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Only near the company's Tennessee locations — check the program page

    Domtar funds groups working on education and literacy, people in need, and the environment near its sites. Apply through the online form between January 1 and November 30. Requests are reviewed every two months.

    Checked 3 days ago against the source

  15. Corporate

    Spark Good Local Community Grants (Walmart stores, Sam's Clubs, distribution centers)

    Walmart / Walmart Foundation · Open

    Deadline
    Due Nov 30, 2026 · 53 days left
    Award
    $250 – $5,000
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Only near the company's Tennessee locations — check the program page

    Local Walmart stores, Sam's Clubs and distribution centers give cash grants of $250 to $5,000 to groups serving their area. Nonprofits, schools, local governments and faith groups running community projects can apply. Apply through a Spark Good account on...

    Checked 3 days ago against the source

  16. Private

    Friends of NRA State Fund Grant - Tennessee (2027 cycle)

    Friends of NRA / The NRA Foundation · Open

    Deadline
    Due Dec 22, 2026 · 75 days left
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee

    Equipment, supplies, and funding for shooting sports, firearm and hunting safety, marksmanship, and conservation programs. Tennessee committee recommends grants from funds raised at Tennessee events.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

  17. Federal

    Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants

    AmeriCorps · Open

    Deadline
    Due Jan 13, 2027 · 97 days left
    Award
    Amount not specified
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
    • Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
    • Past Tennessee awards on file: 61

    AmeriCorps improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps brings people together to tackle some of the country’s most pressing challenges through national service and volunteerism....

    Checked today against the source

  18. Federal

    ROSS Rapid Response Program

    Department of Housing and Urban Development · Open

    Deadline
    Due Jan 25, 2027 · 109 days left
    Award
    $112K – $250K
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
    • Needs a match (see how much in the notice)
    • Past Tennessee awards on file: 26

    The ROSS Rapid Response Program (RRP) awards one-time assistance via a cost-reimbursable grant for service coordination and limited direct services for residents of HUD-assisted housing. The RRP utilizes a simplified application process to promote local...

    Checked today against the source

  19. Corporate

    Polaris TRAILS Grants Program

    Polaris Inc. · Open

    Deadline
    Due about Mar 1, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder
    Award
    Up to $10K
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
    • No match required

    Polaris gives money or products to off-road and snowmobile clubs for safe riding and trail care. Groups can get up to $10,000 a year. Deadlines are March 1 and September 1.

    Checked yesterday against the source

  20. Private

    Equipment and Technology Support (ETS) Grants for Children's Advocacy Centers

    National Children's Alliance · Open

    Deadline
    Due Jun 30, 2027 · 265 days left
    Award
    $5,000 – $50K
    • Open to: Volunteer fire or rescue department
    • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)

    Grants for children's advocacy centers to buy or upgrade equipment and technology. Awards are $5,000 to $50,000. Applications are taken until June 30, 2027, or until money runs out.

    Checked 2 days ago against the source

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