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Last updated: November 2, 2026. Next update: December 6, 2026.

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Community Possible Grant Program: Play, Work, & Home Grants

Rolling deadline
The Community Possible Grant Program by U.S. Bank aims to foster economic and workforce advancement, as well as safe and affordable housing. By partnering with 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, the program seeks to drive lasting change within communities through collaborative grantmaking. Priority is given to organizations that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and that address multiple pillars of work, home, and play. This initiative reflects U.S. Bank's commitment to creating a more equitable society.
US Bancorp Foundation

Unspecified amount

Creag Foundation Grant

Rolling deadline
The Creag Foundation, established in 2009 in Woodinville, Washington, provides funding to innovative 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations addressing social issues. Focused on smaller organizations, the foundation seeks to support those with unique approaches to improve the human condition. Eligible applicants must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and present a new or previously unaddressed solution to societal challenges. Applications are by invitation only, encouraging creativity and passion in charitable work.
Creag Foundation

Up to US $100,000

Tech-Enabled Impact Grants for Nonprofits from Cisco

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology to address education, crisis response, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations worldwide, including Madison County, Tennessee, expand innovative services for predominantly economically underserved communities.
Cisco Systems Foundation

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Community Safety and Education Funding from State Farm Companies Foundation

Rolling deadline
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Madison County, Tennessee can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Focus areas include auto and home safety, disaster preparedness and recovery, affordable housing, job training, neighborhood revitalization, food insecurity, financial literacy, and K-16 academic and career success.
State Farm Companies Foundation

More than US $100,000

William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Culture

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit cultural institutions offering arts or science programs in Madison County, Tennessee and across the U.S. can seek more than US $100,000 to support programs, capital projects, or limited general and endowment needs. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help organizations with budgets over $2 million, especially those engaging youth, developing artists, or providing STEAM education, that demonstrate broad, lasting impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation

Unspecified amount

Michael & Susan Dell Partnerships

Rolling deadline
The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides grants to organizations focused on improving the lives of children in urban poverty in the U.S., India, and South Africa. They prioritize projects in education, health, and family economic stability. Grants typically do not exceed 25% of a project's budget or 10% of an organization's annual expenses. The foundation seeks to partner with organizations already making an impact, ensuring funding supports impactful social enterprises.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

Unspecified amount

Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Nonprofit Grants

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Madison County, Tennessee seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can apply for funding from the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust. Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Madison County, Tennessee nonprofits with support for well-managed projects that significantly benefit their target populations and advance the general welfare within the U.S.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust

Unspecified amount

The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program

Rolling deadline
The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program aims to enhance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations. This initiative focuses on critical areas such as workforce education, basic needs like food and housing, and community development. The Foundation invested $350 million last year and encourages employee volunteerism and giving, supporting nonprofits in various sectors, including arts, culture, and diversity initiatives.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc

US $1,000 - US $20,000

Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grant

Applications due Nov 11, 2026
The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation offers grants to support diverse initiatives, including museums, educational programs, and environmental activities. Aiming to make a significant impact with modest funding, the Foundation targets IRS-qualified non-profits in the U.S. Grants typically range from $1,000 to $20,000, fostering community development and enhancement. Organizations focused on youth, seniors, and individuals with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply, as the Foundation seeks to empower those in need.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation

US $250 - US $5,000

Spark Good: Strengthening Community - Local Grants

Applications due Dec 31, 2026
The Spark Good: Strengthening Community Local Grants program by the Wal-Mart Foundation empowers local organizations through grants ranging from $250 to $5000. This initiative aims to enhance community welfare by supporting diverse projects, including animal shelters and educational programs. Eligible organizations must have a verified Spark Good account, ensuring funds are allocated effectively to meet local needs and foster community development. Together, we can create lasting impacts through small yet significant actions.
Wal-Mart Foundation

US $2,500

Central Indiana Community Foundation Law Scholarships

Applications due Jan 3, 2027
Students pursuing a law career and graduating from eligible Central Indiana high schools can receive US $2,500 for college tuition and related educational expenses, plus a paid internship. Grants from Central Indiana Community Foundation help Madison County, Tennessee audiences see an example of legal education support that may inform similar scholarship opportunities.
Central Indiana Community Foundation

Up to US $45,000

Madison County Arts Funding via Tennessee Arts Commission

Applications due Jan 14, 2027
Nonprofit arts organizations in Madison County, Tennessee’s eligible urban county can seek operating support for arts programming and administration, with awards up to US $45,000. Focused on arts and culture, Tennessee Arts Commission invites established 501(c)(3) arts groups with prior Commission funding and budgets of at least $30,000 to apply with a 1:1 cash match.
Tennessee Arts Commission

Unspecified amount

100 Women Who Care Community Grants in Madison County

Applications due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and eligible funds serving rural residents in Madison County, Tennessee can receive flexible support for operating needs or specific projects through grants from 100 Women Who Care: West Tennessee. Applicants may request up to $10,000, with two awards made after finalist presentations at the March 5, 2026 luncheon.
100 Women Who Care: West Tennessee

US $5,000 - US $25,000

Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Madison County Nonprofits

Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
Dr Scholl Foundation provides Madison County, Tennessee nonprofits with project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, and environmental areas. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with at least three years of financial activity can apply annually for US $5,000 - US $25,000 in one-year support, limited to one application per grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation

Up to US $2,000

College Arts Scholarships for Students from Community Foundation

Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Graduating high school students in McHenry County who were active in musical theater can apply for the Jennifer Samson Memorial Scholarship, awarding up to US $2,000 toward two- or four-year college degrees. This scholarship from The Community Foundation for McHenry County may also interest arts-focused nonprofits supporting college-bound youth in Madison County, Tennessee.
The Community Foundation for McHenry County

US $2,500 - US $20,000

Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Support for Students

Applications due Feb 5, 2027
High school seniors graduating from Fauquier County public schools who plan to attend two- or four-year colleges can receive renewable scholarship support for higher education from Northern Piedmont Community Foundation. Awards range from US $2,500 - US $20,000 based on institution type and renewal, and students with financial need, including those from Madison County, Tennessee, may benefit if otherwise eligible.
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation

US $1,000

Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Support for Students

Applications due Feb 5, 2027
Madison County, Tennessee students seeking need-based support for a four-year college degree can access funding through Northern Piedmont Community Foundation; awards are US $1,000 and may be renewable for four years. Applicants must be residents of Culpeper County, plan to attend a 4-year institution, and demonstrate financial need, with preference for community involvement and volunteerism.
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation

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Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Support for Culinary Students

Applications due Feb 5, 2027
High school students pursuing culinary arts careers who live in Fauquier County and attend a Fauquier County public high school can apply for the David Collins Jeck Memorial Scholarship. Offered by Northern Piedmont Community Foundation, it supports study at accredited culinary schools or colleges with formal culinary programs, which may include options accessible from Madison County, Tennessee.
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Arts Scholarships for Students from Northern Piedmont Community Foundation

Applications due Feb 5, 2027
Students pursuing visual, music, theater, culinary, or other creative arts majors who attend Madison County or Culpeper County public high schools, or are graduates from those schools already in college, can apply for Northern Piedmont Community Foundation’s Lynne Goldsborough Yowell Scholarship. Awards support higher education costs for eligible arts-focused students.
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation

US $2,000

Madison County Scholarships Funding via Northern Piedmont Community Foundation

Applications due Feb 5, 2027
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation provides Madison County, Tennessee students with renewable scholarship support for higher education. Graduating high school seniors from Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, or Rappahannock counties planning to attend a 2- or 4-year college may be eligible for the Martha Mae Giles Scholarship, with awards of US $2,000 and priority for members or children of members of Our Saviour Lutheran Church.
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation

US $1,000 - US $2,000

Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Support

Applications due Feb 6, 2027
High school seniors seeking higher education funding in Madison County, Tennessee should note this scholarship actually serves students in Virginia’s Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, and Rappahannock counties. With a mission to support local students, Northern Piedmont Community Foundation provides renewable $1,000–$2,000 awards for eligible private school alumni meeting GPA and service criteria.
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation

US $4,000

Community Foundation Support for Scholarship Programs

Applications due Feb 26, 2027
Students pursuing funeral service careers in Western North Carolina can receive US $4,000 in scholarship support for post-high school education through the Asheville Wilbert Vault Service Scholarship. With a mission to build charitable capital, The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina provides this aid, which may benefit Madison County, Tennessee nonprofits assisting eligible students or families.
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina

Up to US $10,000

Madison County Veterinary Studies Funding via Community Foundation

Applications due Feb 26, 2027
Graduates of Madison County students’ eligible high schools pursuing veterinary medicine in North Carolina or Tennessee can receive up to US $5,000 through the Mary R. Hemphill Scholarship. Focused on veterinary science, The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina invites applicants, especially those interested in large animals, to apply for renewable support toward a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree.
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina

Up to US $15,000

Deaconess Foundation Nursing Grants in Madison

Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Students pursuing a first associate or bachelor’s nursing degree at an accredited nonprofit school who live in Madison County, Tennessee may be eligible for up to US $15,000 to help cover educational costs. Deaconess Foundation’s Nursing Scholarship Grants prioritize applicants with significant financial need and are renewable for up to ten semesters.
Deaconess Foundation

Unspecified amount

Robinson Foundation Grant

Applications due May 15, 2027
The Robinson Foundation Grant, established in 2016, aims to alleviate hardships faced by individuals and communities, demonstrating God's love through charitable contributions. As a family-operated foundation, it focuses on creating meaningful, long-term impacts in various areas including animal welfare, education, and disaster relief. Organizations eligible for funding must be 501(c)(3) public charities. The foundation prioritizes fiscally responsible projects with the potential for tangible results, while not supporting capital projects.
Robinson Foundation

US $5,000 - US $250,000

Madison County Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation

Applications due Jul 31, 2027
Nonprofit organizations addressing poverty, disability, social exclusion, or humanitarian needs in Madison County, Tennessee may be eligible for US $5,000 - US $250,000 to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. With a mission to support focused human and social services, Gupta Family Foundation funds smaller 501(c)(3) entities and qualifying foreign organizations operating worldwide, including the U.S.
Gupta Family Foundation

Unspecified amount

TJX Foundation Youth and Basic Needs Grants in Madison County, Tennessee

Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Madison County, Tennessee providing basic needs, academic enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence services may be eligible for national funding that includes this area. Grants from TJX Foundation help programs serving vulnerable families and children located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. Applicants start with an eligibility questionnaire and Letter of Inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc

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Last updated: November 2, 2026. Next update: December 6, 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 Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison 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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