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Tennessee grants for City or township governments

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Professional Development Grants for Arts Organizations
$1,000
South Arts
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small and mid-sized nonprofit arts organizations in the southeastern U.S. for professional development activities that enhance staff skills and organizational effectiveness.

Arts
Nonprofits
American Electric Power Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
American Electric Power Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities for projects that improve education, address essential human needs, promote social justice, and support environmental stewardship in communities served by American Electric Power.

Energy
Nonprofits
Grant Opportunity Fund (GO Fund)
Contact for amount
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 22, 2026

This program provides financial support to economically distressed and at-risk rural communities in Tennessee, helping them meet matching fund requirements for larger state or federal grants.

Community Development
County governments
Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Contact for amount
East Tennessee Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

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
Tennessee Tire Environmental Act Program (TEAP)
$500,000
Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 4, 2023

This program provides financial assistance to Tennessee-based organizations for projects that promote innovative recycling and beneficial uses of scrap tires, enhancing environmental sustainability and community development.

Environment
Nonprofits
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development, fostering economic growth and resilience in local communities.

Community Development
Special district governments
National-Central Expanding Opportunities for Community Change
$350,000
Cultivating Healthy Environments – National-Central
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2027

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments working to address environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved communities across the U.S.

Environment
Nonprofits
Tennessee Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)
$4,847,500
Tennessee Department of Military
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 13, 2023

This funding provides resources to state, local, tribal, and territorial agencies to enhance their capabilities in preventing and responding to terrorism and other major threats to national security.

Safety
City or township governments
Tennessee Weatherization Assistance Program
$8,547
Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This program provides funding to improve energy efficiency in homes for low-income residents in Tennessee, focusing on vulnerable populations such as the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and families with young children.

Energy
Nonprofits
Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY 2025 Region 4 Wetlands Program
$600,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 6, 2026

Date Added

Feb 23, 2026

This grant provides funding to state, Tribal, and local governments in the southeastern U.S. to develop and improve programs for wetland conservation and management.

Environment
State governments
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Tennessee Family Resource Centers
Contact for amount
Tennessee Department of Education
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 8, 2023

This grant provides funding to local education agencies in Tennessee to establish Family Resource Centers that support students and families by addressing social, emotional, and physical health needs to enhance academic success.

Education
Nonprofits
Arts in Rural Places Grants
$3,000
South Arts
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in rural Southern communities for engaging professional artists in various artistic disciplines.

Arts
Nonprofits
Rutherford County Opioid Settlement Grant
$100,000
Rutherford County
Local

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and government organizations in Rutherford County for innovative projects that address and mitigate the opioid crisis through prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives.

Health
Nonprofits
Tennessee Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)
Contact for amount
Tennessee Department of Military
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 9, 2023

This grant provides funding to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments for projects that reduce the risks and impacts of natural disasters through long-term mitigation strategies.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
Tennessee Agriculture Enterprise Fund
$499,999
Tennessee Department of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Dec 22, 2023

This funding initiative provides financial support to Tennessee-based agricultural, food, and forestry businesses, as well as nonprofits and local governments, to enhance market access, increase production capacity, and promote innovation in the agricultural sector.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
SRO Program Grant
$75,000
Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to Tennessee law enforcement agencies for placing full-time, certified School Resource Officers in K-12 public and charter schools to enhance safety and foster positive relationships within the school community.

Safety
City or township governments
Community Foundation of Rutherford County Grant
$5,000
Community Foundation of Rutherford County
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2024

Date Added

Aug 9, 2024

The Community Foundation of Rutherford County awards grants to promote the betterment of Rutherford and Cannon Counties, providing a way to make lasting gifts for the benefit of local nonprofits. The foundation's mission is aligned with supporting organizations that enhance the well-being of the community through various initiatives. This grant program is a key part of that mission, specifically targeting eligible nonprofits and government entities within these two counties to address local needs and foster community development. The target beneficiaries for this grant program are 501(c)(3) public charities and entities of government, such as libraries or departments, located within Rutherford and Cannon Counties. The impact goal is to support projects and programs that contribute to the betterment of these communities. While specific impact goals and measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond promoting general betterment, the foundation aims to empower local organizations to implement effective solutions that create positive change. The program prioritizes organizations that are physically located and serving the residents of Rutherford and Cannon Counties. Funding information indicates that nonprofits may request grants up to a maximum of $5,000, with an overall grant size ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. This suggests a focus on supporting a range of smaller to medium-sized projects that can have a tangible impact at the local level. The grant period for successful applicants is December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025, indicating a one-year duration for funded projects. While the foundation's strategic priorities and theory of change are not explicitly stated in the provided text, the emphasis on local community betterment and support for qualifying nonprofits suggests a belief that direct funding to these organizations will lead to improved social outcomes and community resilience within Rutherford and Cannon Counties.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY25 Bureau of Land Management Invasive and Noxious Plant Management- Bureau wide
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2025

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for projects aimed at managing and controlling invasive and noxious plant species on public lands across the U.S.

Natural Resources
State governments