Volunteer State College Foundation

Morning Pointe Foundation

Ooltewah, TN

The Morning Pointe Foundation funds scholarships for students pursuing careers in nursing, culinary arts, social work, and therapy, along with caregiver education and awareness programs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $300 to $6,000, with a $2,000 median, and primarily supported partners in Tennessee and across the Southeast. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

HCA Healthcare Foundation

Nashville, TN

HCA Healthcare Foundation funds community health and health equity, including primary care, basic needs, education, and the arts; its Middle Tennessee Fund serves nine counties, while other initiatives support communities served by HCA Healthcare. In 2024, grants ranged from $1,000 to $9.65 million, with a median of $5,000. It accepts requests through an Applicant Inquiry Form for new applicants and organizations that have not received funding in 18 months; staff provide next steps after review.

Ben Chandler Family Foundation

Nashville, TN

Joseph F Kraus and Hazel Kraus Human Development

Lawrenceburg, TN

Ron Hart Foundation Inc

Chattanooga, TN

The Ron Hart Foundation supports a range of charitable causes, including scholarships, health care, public safety, and museums. Its 2024 grants ranged from $150 to $11,000, with a median of $1,000, and went mostly to organizations in Tennessee, with additional funding in Georgia and North Carolina. It accepts requests by letter signed by a responsible adult; deadlines are flexible, and awards depend on available funding.

American Association of Community Colleges

Washington, DC

The American Association of Community Colleges funds community colleges and related foundations for education and student-success efforts, including its Skills to Succeed projects. Its 2024 grants ranged from $6,000 to $330,000, with a median of $20,000, and went to recipients across the United States. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

The Kelso Family Foundation

Franklin, TN

Arts Midwest Incorporated

Minneapolis, MN

Arts Midwest funds arts organizations, artists, and community arts activities, including touring, reading programs, and arts education, primarily across nine Midwestern states and the Native Nations in the region, with some initiatives beyond it. In 2025, grants ranged from $6,000 to $1 million, with a median of $20,000; it does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc

Nashville, TN

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee supports nonprofits through community impact and fund-specific grants across a range of charitable areas, primarily serving Middle Tennessee. Its 2024 grants had a median of $8,500, though awards varied widely; it accepts applications for annual Special Interest Grants, but is not opening a new competitive Community Impact cycle for 2026–2027.

Dollar General Employee Assistance

Goodletsville, TN

The foundation provides emergency financial assistance to active Dollar General employees and their families facing qualifying hardships, such as a home loss, a death, or a serious illness or injury. In 2026, grants ranged from $37 to $6,000, with a median of $2,000; all reported recipients were in Tennessee. It accepts applications from eligible employees, who must submit supporting documentation.

The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc

Chattanooga, TN

The foundation supports scholarships and community needs including affordable housing, health and wellness, workforce development, education, culture, and hunger relief, with a focus on Chattanooga and surrounding areas; Fund for Chattanooga grants prioritize organizations serving Hamilton County residents. Its 2024 grants had a median of $10,000, and a separate program offers unrestricted grants of up to $30,000. It does not describe an open unsolicited application process: prospective applicants are asked to discuss a proposal with staff, who may invite them to apply.

Community Foundation of Greater Memphis Inc

Memphis, TN

The Community Foundation of Greater Memphis supports nonprofits serving West Tennessee, eastern Arkansas, and northern Mississippi across a range of community needs, with grants made mainly through donor-advised funds and several focused programs. Grant sizes vary widely; the 2025 median was $20,200, while its Nonprofit Capacity Building program averages about $15,000 and Community Solutions Grants ranged from $50,000 to $150,000. Some programs accept applications, but the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted generally.