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Best Lincoln County Grants for Nonprofits in Tennessee

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Ted Vanden Bosch Scholarship for the Children of Police Officers, Firefighters, and Rescue Personnel

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area

Our Mission

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our Community’s Endowment to support high impact charitable projects, helping donors achieve their charitable goals, and leading and partnering in community-level initiatives.

Scholarships

CFHZ awards over $1 million in scholarships each year for students to attend schools of higher education throughout the nation. Our scholarships are possible thanks to the generosity of donors who invest in our community’s future by furthering the education of others.

All Holland/Zeeland area individuals interested in post-secondary education are encouraged to apply for CFHZ scholarships.

The Foundation proudly administers over 100 scholarships, each with unique eligibility criteria that must be met before a candidate can be considered.

Ted Vanden Bosch Scholarship for the Children of Police Officers, Firefighters, and Rescue Personnel

  • Graduating senior or graduating early college student who attends public, private, or home school in the primary service area of the Community Foundation or in Fennville, Hamilton, or Saugatuck
  • Enrolling at an accredited post-secondary school within the United States
  • Financial need (must submit the page of the FAFSA Submission Summary showing the Student Aid Index amount)
  • GPA of 3.0 or greater
  • Child of a firefighter, police officer, or rescue personnel
  • Special consideration given to candidates interested in pursuing a degree in the sciences
Education - Higher Education

Tracy Houting Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area

Our Mission

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our Community’s Endowment to support high impact charitable projects, helping donors achieve their charitable goals, and leading and partnering in community-level initiatives.

Scholarships

CFHZ awards over $1 million in scholarships each year for students to attend schools of higher education throughout the nation. Our scholarships are possible thanks to the generosity of donors who invest in our community’s future by furthering the education of others.

All Holland/Zeeland area individuals interested in post-secondary education are encouraged to apply for CFHZ scholarships.

The Foundation proudly administers over 100 scholarships, each with unique eligibility criteria that must be met before a candidate can be considered.

Tracy Houting Scholarship

  • Graduating senior, graduating early college student, or current college student from one of the following high schools: Holland High School, West Ottawa, Zeeland East, or Zeeland West
  • Enrolling/enrolled in a 2 or 4-year degree program at an accredited post-secondary school (including vocational/technical school) within the United States
  • Financial need (must submit the page of the FAFSA Submission Summary showing the Student Aid Index amount)
  • GPA of 2.5 or greater
  • Nominated by high school counselor based on traits like Tracy's (vivaciousness, positivity, and humbleness)
  • All other selection criteria being equal, preference given to a student who is active in scouting, cheerleading and/or choral singing, and/or a student with strong interest in Native American culture and history.
  • Potentially renewable for one additional year for recipients pursuing 2-year degrees and three additional years for recipients pursuing 4-year degrees.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

The Jenna’s Rainbow Moving Forward Grant

Childrens Brain Tumor Foundation Inc.
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Jenna’s Rainbow Moving Forward Grant, offered by the Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation, provides crucial financial assistance to adult survivors of brain or spinal cord tumors. Aimed at fostering independence, this grant supports costs associated with job transitions, new living situations, and resources to enhance self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years old, diagnosed before 21, and not have received recent funding from CBTF or JRF. This initiative empowers survivors to overcome challenges and move forward in their lives.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Education - High School +2 more

The Amazing Grace Scholarship

Childrens Brain Tumor Foundation Inc.
Private
United States
US $1,000
The Amazing Grace Scholarship, established by the Children's Brain Tumor Foundation, honors Grace Fulcher, a brain tumor survivor. This scholarship supports students diagnosed with brain or spinal cord tumors before age 21, who reside in the U.S. and are pursuing higher education. With a $1000 award, the scholarship aims to empower survivors to achieve their educational goals, inspired by Grace's resilience and academic success despite her challenges.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Education - High School +2 more

Zenko Family Fund Grant

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Scholarships

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation scholarships are awarded competitively based on criteria set by donors. These criteria could include financial need, the school the applicant is attending, academic achievement, as well as personal or career goals. The Community Foundation has a rigorous internal selection process for each scholarship decision, and each applicant is reviewed in depth, and considered thoroughly.

Our scholarship program is simple. You are able to apply once for all foundation scholarships you may be eligible for. Once your application is submitted, you will be eligible for all those for which you meet the requirement.

Zenko Family Fund 

This fund was established in 1990 by Margaret L. Zenko as a means to assist individuals to help themselves become productive members of our community. Her husband, Edward, was a graduate of Pigeon Creek School and a self-educated engineer who started Progressive Engineering, which made parts for airplanes during World War II. They both had a keen interest in the Grand Haven Lighthouse and Pier and in retirement, Edward's energy was funneled into getting the lights installed on the catwalk. The Zenko Family Fund continues to give scholarships to deserving local students who show through their work ethic that education is important.

Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity

Agnes Zuverink-Norman Nursing Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Agnes Zuverink-Norman Nursing Scholarship

Graduating senior or graduating early college student from one of the following high schools: Black River, Holland Christian, Holland High School, West Ottawa, Zeeland East, or Zeeland West.

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Carolyn L. Ballard & Beverly J. Schoch Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Carolyn L. Ballard & Beverly J. Schoch Scholarship

Graduating senior from a high school within the Community Foundation’s primary service area.

Education - Higher Education

Women's Club of Grand Haven Grant

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Women's Club of Grand Haven Grant, established in 2001, offers scholarships to non-traditional students from the Tri-Cities seeking further education. Funded through community efforts such as an annual Used Book Sale, this grant prioritizes financial need and is open to applicants residing in Northern Ottawa County or those who graduated from local school districts. Preference is given to female applicants aged 21 and older, supporting educational advancement for those whose academic journeys have been interrupted.
Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Adult Education +3 more

Charles and Beatrice Kulier Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Charles and Beatrice Kulier Scholarship

Graduating senior or graduating early college student who attends public, private, or home school in the primary service area of the Community Foundation

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Brooks Family First Generation Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Brooks Family First Generation Scholarship

Graduating senior or graduating early college student from one of the following high schools: Black River, Holland High School, West Ottawa, Zeeland East, or Zeeland West.

Education - Higher Education

Bill and Maria Hoekstra Dental Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Bill and Maria Hoekstra Dental Scholarship

Graduating senior, graduating early college student, or current college student who permanently resides and attended high school, including home school, within the Foundation’s greater service area, including Fennville, Hamilton, Hudsonville, Saugatuck, and CTC students from any district.

Education - Higher Education Dental Health

Bernard and Jerene Lemmen Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Bernard and Jerene Lemmen Memorial Scholarship

Allegan or Ottawa County graduating senior, graduating early college student, current college student, or adult returning to school.

Education - Higher Education Adult Education Vocational & Trade Education

Benjamin H. Van Andel Promise of Excellence Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Benjamin H. Van Andel Promise of Excellence Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes and supports exceptionally talented students in any field who exhibit the gifts and passion to be world class leaders, performers, or artists in their area of giftedness.

Education - Higher Education

Wilma Jean Fynewever Scholarship

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Wilma Jean Fynewever Scholarship, established by Mary Keeton in memory of her mother, supports graduating seniors and non-traditional students from the Tri-Cities, Newaygo, or Muskegon County pursuing nursing careers. This scholarship prioritizes financial need and aims to encourage students to achieve their professional goals in healthcare. The application process is straightforward, allowing candidates to apply for multiple scholarships at once, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of their qualifications and needs.
Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Adult Education +1 more

West Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association Scholarship

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The West Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association Scholarship, established in 2001, supports students from Ottawa, Oceana, Newaygo, Muskegon, or Allegan County pursuing careers in horticulture or the green industry. Administered by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, awards consider financial need and academic achievement. Applicants, including high school seniors and college students, must submit transcripts and additional required documents. This scholarship aims to foster education and partnerships within West Michigan's green industry.
Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Landscape Architecture +2 more

Wallace K. and Jane Ewing Scholarship

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Wallace K. and Jane Ewing Scholarship, funded by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, supports high school seniors from the Tri-Cities pursuing studies in English. This scholarship considers financial need and involvement in arts and humanities activities, aiming to empower local students to achieve their educational goals. Applicants must submit transcripts and relevant documents, ensuring a comprehensive review process. This initiative reflects the commitment of Wally and Jane to positively impact student futures in the community.
Educational Access & Equity Education - Higher Education Humanities & Social Science

VFW Post 2326 Ward-Goff Memorial Scholarship

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The VFW Post 2326 Ward-Goff Memorial Scholarship, established by Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Ward and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Goff, honors their sons who served in the Vietnam War. This scholarship provides financial assistance to children and grandchildren of active military personnel and veterans. Applicants must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and submit necessary documents, including transcripts. The scholarship emphasizes financial need and aims to support outstanding students pursuing their educational goals.
Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Military & Veterans Services

Terry Linda Potter Scholarship

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Terry Linda Potter Scholarship, awarded by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, supports students from Northwest Ottawa County pursuing health-related degrees. Established in memory of Terry Linda Potter, this scholarship prioritizes financial need and academic performance. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to further education and submit necessary documentation, including transcripts and recommendation letters. This fund honors Terry's legacy, providing vital financial assistance to aspiring healthcare professionals in the Tri-Cities area.
Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Medical Education & Professional Training

Zeeland Rotary – Donald Morgan Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Zeeland Rotary – Donald Morgan Memorial Scholarship

Graduating senior who resides in the Zeeland Public School District (student does not have to attend Zeeland Public Schools to be eligible).

Education - Higher Education

St. Patrick's and St. Anthony's Church Scholarship

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The St. Patrick's and St. Anthony's Church Scholarship, provided by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, aims to support high school seniors from Northern Ottawa County. This scholarship emphasizes academic achievement, financial need, and personal goals. Applicants must demonstrate their connection to the church and submit a transcript along with other required documents. This initiative reflects the foundation's commitment to fostering educational opportunities within the community.
Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Catholicism

Batts Family Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Batts Family Scholarship

Graduating senior or graduating early college student who attends public, private, or home school in the primary service area of the Community Foundation.

Education - Higher Education

Scott A. Flahive Memorial Scholarship

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Scott A. Flahive Memorial Scholarship, established by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, honors a dedicated law enforcement officer who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. This scholarship supports local high school graduates pursuing degrees in criminal justice or law enforcement, with eligibility based on residency, academic performance, and intent to serve in the field. Applicants must submit transcripts and relevant documentation to be considered for this meaningful opportunity.
Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Law +1 more

ACS Award in Industrial Chemistry

American Chemical Society
Association/Society
United States
More than US $5,000

American Chemical Society

The American Chemical Society (ACS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1876 and chartered by the U.S. Congress. ACS is committed to improving all lives through the transforming power of chemistry. Our mission is to advance scientific knowledge, empower a global community, and champion scientific integrity. Our vision is a world built on science.

What We Do

More than 145 years after our founding, we remain a champion for chemistry, its practitioners and our global community of members.

We’re recognized as a leading publisher of authoritative scientific information. Our 80+ peer-reviewed journals are ranked the “most-trusted, most-cited and most-read.”

We empower our members to advance chemistry, elevate their career potential, expand their networks, inspire future generations, collaborate globally and build communities that provide scientific solutions.

We provide broader networks that facilitate connections and open doors in a way no other professional organization can match!

ACS Award in Industrial Chemistry

Purpose

To recognize outstanding contributions to chemical research in the industrial context. Significant creative contribution to chemistry in any field of chemical, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical, or biochemical research is appropriate.

The award consists of $5,000 and a certificate. Up to $2,500 for travel expenses to the meeting at which the award will be presented will be reimbursed.

Chemistry Chemical Engineering

Angie Van Hoven Nursing Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area

Our Mission

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our Community’s Endowment to support high impact charitable projects, helping donors achieve their charitable goals, and leading and partnering in community-level initiatives.

Scholarships

CFHZ awards over $1 million in scholarships each year for students to attend schools of higher education throughout the nation. Our scholarships are possible thanks to the generosity of donors who invest in our community’s future by furthering the education of others.

All Holland/Zeeland area individuals interested in post-secondary education are encouraged to apply for CFHZ scholarships.

The Foundation proudly administers over 100 scholarships, each with unique eligibility criteria that must be met before a candidate can be considered.

Angie Van Hoven Nursing Scholarship

  • Graduating Zeeland East High School or Zeeland West High School senior, regardless of the school district in which the student resides, or a graduating senior who resides in the Zeeland Public School District and attends Holland Christian High School
  • Enrolling at an accredited post-secondary school within the United States
  • Planning to pursue a post-secondary degree in nursing
  • Potentially renewable for three additional years
Education - Higher Education Nursing

DeLong and Brower, P.C. Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area

Our Mission

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our Community’s Endowment to support high impact charitable projects, helping donors achieve their charitable goals, and leading and partnering in community-level initiatives.

Scholarships

CFHZ awards over $1 million in scholarships each year for students to attend schools of higher education throughout the nation. Our scholarships are possible thanks to the generosity of donors who invest in our community’s future by furthering the education of others.

All Holland/Zeeland area individuals interested in post-secondary education are encouraged to apply for CFHZ scholarships.

The Foundation proudly administers over 100 scholarships, each with unique eligibility criteria that must be met before a candidate can be considered.

DeLong and Brower, P.C. Scholarship

  • Graduating senior, graduating early college student, or college freshman or sophomore who attends/attended public, private, or home school in the primary service area of the Community Foundation
  • Enrolling/enrolled in a 2 or 4-year degree program at an accredited post-secondary school (including vocational/technical school) within the United States
  • Financial need (must submit the page of the FAFSA Submission Summary showing the Student Aid Index amount)
  • GPA of 3.0 or greater
  • Planning to study accounting, finance, or economics
  • Potentially renewable for one additional year
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Franz Family International Adoption Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area

Our Mission

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our Community’s Endowment to support high impact charitable projects, helping donors achieve their charitable goals, and leading and partnering in community-level initiatives.

Scholarships

CFHZ awards over $1 million in scholarships each year for students to attend schools of higher education throughout the nation. Our scholarships are possible thanks to the generosity of donors who invest in our community’s future by furthering the education of others.

All Holland/Zeeland area individuals interested in post-secondary education are encouraged to apply for CFHZ scholarships.

The Foundation proudly administers over 100 scholarships, each with unique eligibility criteria that must be met before a candidate can be considered.

Franz Family International Adoption Scholarship

  • Graduating senior who attends public, private, or home school in the primary service area of the Community Foundation
  • Accepted into a 2 or 4-year degree program at an accredited post-secondary school (including vocational/technical school) within the United States
  • Financial need, a consideration (encouraged to submit the page of the FAFSA Submission Summary showing the Student Aid Index amount)
  • From a family with an internationally adopted child or children (applicants do not have to be adopted themselves but must have at least one sibling who is internationally adopted)
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Franz Family Scholarship for Families Impacted by Cancer

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area

Our Mission

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our Community’s Endowment to support high impact charitable projects, helping donors achieve their charitable goals, and leading and partnering in community-level initiatives.

Scholarships

CFHZ awards over $1 million in scholarships each year for students to attend schools of higher education throughout the nation. Our scholarships are possible thanks to the generosity of donors who invest in our community’s future by furthering the education of others.

All Holland/Zeeland area individuals interested in post-secondary education are encouraged to apply for CFHZ scholarships.

The Foundation proudly administers over 100 scholarships, each with unique eligibility criteria that must be met before a candidate can be considered.

Franz Family Scholarship for Families Impacted by Cancer

  • Graduating senior who attends public, private, or home school in the primary service area of the Community Foundation
  • Accepted into a 2 or 4-year degree program at an accredited post-secondary school (including vocational/technical school) within the United States
  • Financial need, a consideration (encouraged to submit the page of the FAFSA Submission Summary showing the Student Aid Index amount)
  • A cancer patient or survivor; or a sibling or child of a cancer patient, survivor, or victim
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Lincoln County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Tennessee

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Tennessee?

Grants are most commonly $122,522.

$122,522

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Lincoln County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Tennessee awarded a total of 44,541 grants.

2022 39,759

2023 39,873

2024 44,541

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Lincoln County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Tennessee, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Human Services, and Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations.

1. Education

2. Human Services

3. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Lincoln County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by 25.17%.

2022 $3,809,568,961

2023 $4,350,973,827
14.21%

2024 $5,446,107,598
25.17%

Tennessee Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Shelby County, Davidson County, and Knox County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Shelby County $2,664,074,547
Davidson County $1,298,691,246
Knox County $294,292,803
Hamilton County $283,062,013
Henderson County $215,691,648

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