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Dwayne Hawkins Family Foundation Support for Nonprofits

Dwayne Hawkins Family Foundation Inc
Private
Catoosa County, Georgia, Delaware County, Ohio +8 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, or those with a fiscal sponsor, can seek funding for programs, projects, or operations that advance healthcare, education, housing, animal welfare, veterans’ services, the arts, or community and economic development. Focused on broad community needs, the Dwayne Hawkins Family Foundation invites Marion County, Tennessee nonprofits to apply for quarterly-reviewed grants.
Animal Welfare - General Military & Veterans Services Economic Services & Development +4 more

Tennessee Arts Commission Grants for Marion County Hospitals

Tennessee Arts Commission
State/Local Government
Bedford County, Tennessee, Benton County, Tennessee +80 more
Up to US $25,000
Rural hospitals and 501(c)(3) organizations partnering with them in Marion County, Tennessee can seek funding to develop arts-based health and wellness programs. Focused on arts and rural health, Tennessee Arts Commission offers up to US $25,000 for projects like artist-led classes, healing arts spaces, murals, and other creative interventions in hospital settings.
Art & Culture Arts / Culture Access & Participation Rural Development +1 more

Infrastructure and Development Funding from Tennessee Department

Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development
State/Local Government
Anderson County, Tennessee, Bledsoe County, Tennessee +50 more
Up to US $1,000,000
Nonprofits and public entities in Marion County, Tennessee can seek funding for economic development, public infrastructure, water and wastewater projects, workforce development, tourism, and community revitalization efforts. Grants from Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development support Appalachian Regional Commission priorities, offering up to US $1,000,000 for construction and US $500,000 for non-construction projects in eligible Tennessee counties.
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water Water Resource Management Economic Services & Development +9 more

Marion County Infrastructure Funding via Appalachian Regional Commission

Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +421 more
Unspecified amount
State and local agencies, local governing boards, nonprofits, tribes, and higher education institutions in Marion County, Tennessee can seek support for critical infrastructure and workforce or business development projects. With a mission to strengthen Appalachian communities, Appalachian Regional Commission provides flexible Area Development investments in water and wastewater systems, transportation, broadband, entrepreneurship, worker training, and related regional economic initiatives.
Economic Services & Development Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Entrepreneurship +3 more

Operating Support Grants for Rural Arts from Tennessee Arts Commission

Tennessee Arts Commission
State/Local Government
Bedford County, Tennessee, Benton County, Tennessee +75 more
Up to US $25,000
Marion County, Tennessee 501(c)(3) arts organizations in Commission-recognized disciplines can access funding through the Tennessee Arts Commission for general operating support. Eligible rural nonprofits must be chartered in a Tennessee rural county, have a three-year Commission funding history, a minimum $30,000 budget, and may request up to US $25,000 with a 1:1 cash match.
Art & Culture Rural Development

Tennessee Arts Commission Rural Arts Grants

Tennessee Arts Commission
State/Local Government
Bedford County, Tennessee, Benton County, Tennessee +74 more
US $1,000 - US $25,000
Nonprofit organizations and local government entities in Marion County, Tennessee can receive US $1,000 - US $25,000 to support rural arts projects that enhance community vitality and engagement. Grants from Tennessee Arts Commission help fund performances, festivals, exhibitions, workshops, artist residencies, public art, accessibility improvements, and related administrative or technical support across recognized artistic disciplines.
Arts / Culture Access & Participation Rural Development Public / Community Art +10 more

Marion County Economic Revitalization Funding via Appalachian Regional Commission

Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +428 more
Up to US $2,500,000
Nonprofits and local partners in Marion County, Tennessee working on economic development, workforce training, job creation, or nonprofit capacity may be eligible for the POWER Initiative, with awards up to US $2,500,000. With a mission to revitalize coal-impacted Appalachian communities, Appalachian Regional Commission supports implementation and planning projects that diversify economies and build competitive workforces.
Economic Services & Development Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Job Creation +1 more

Appalachian Regional Commission Support for Regional Economies

Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +428 more
Up to US $10,000,000
Nonprofit and public entities in Marion County, Tennessee undertaking multi-state economic and community development projects can apply for Appalachian Regional Commission’s ARISE grants; awards up to US $10,000,000 for planning or implementation. Funding supports regional initiatives in economic development, workforce readiness, community revitalization, and tourism across eligible Appalachian counties.
Community Development & Revitalization Economic Services & Development Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness +1 more

Land Conservation Funding from Open Space Institute

Open Space Institute Land Trust Inc.
Private
Chattooga County, Georgia, Cherokee County, Alabama +22 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit land trusts and conservation organizations in Marion County, Tennessee seeking to permanently protect large forest blocks may be eligible for capital grants supporting conservation easements or fee acquisitions. Marion County nonprofits can access funding through Open Space Institute to preserve high-priority habitat on the Southern Cumberland Plateau and cover associated transaction and limited stewardship costs, with some support also available to state or local agencies.
Land / Habitat Conservation

Marion County Arts Facilities Funding via Tennessee Arts Commission

Tennessee Arts Commission
State/Local Government
Bedford County, Tennessee, Benton County, Tennessee +80 more
Up to US $200,000
Local governments and 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organizations in Marion County, Tennessee can seek funding to build, renovate, or expand rural arts and cultural facilities through the Rural Arts Facilities Fund. Grants from the Tennessee Arts Commission provide up to US $200,000 for capital improvements, accessibility upgrades, and essential equipment that support ongoing arts programming.
Art & Culture Rural Development Public / Community Art +1 more

Educational Foundation of America Grants for Reproductive Health

Educational Foundation of America
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +372 more
Unspecified amount
Educational and health-focused 501(c)(3) public charities, academic institutions, and government entities working on reproductive health and rights in Marion County, Tennessee can apply for funding to expand access to abortion and contraception. The Educational Foundation of America supports litigation, direct support for providers, abortion funds, and communications and advocacy efforts, with a special emphasis on the Appalachian region.
Reproductive Health Reproductive Rights

Spectrum Communications Digital Literacy Grants in Marion

Charter Communications / Spectrum Mobile LLC
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Acadia Parish, Louisiana +1125 more
US $2,500 - US $50,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Marion County, Tennessee with existing programs that teach broadband use and digital skills to families or seniors may be eligible for US $2,500 - US $50,000 to expand their impact. Spectrum supports technology access and digital literacy initiatives in its service markets that partner with low-income or multicultural urban or rural communities.
Technology Access & Digital Literacy

Marion County Storytelling Funding via Mid Atlantic Arts

Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +255 more
US $5,000
Black Appalachian oral storytellers with strong cultural ties to Marion County, Tennessee and other ARC-designated Appalachian counties can receive US $5,000 fellowships to sustain and share Black storytelling traditions. Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation’s CALT Black Appalachian Storytellers Fellowship honors fellows at the “In the Tradition…” National Black Storytelling Festival and supports ongoing community-based story-sharing.
Black American Culture & Heritage

Dwayne Hawkins Family Foundation Event Sponsorships in Marion County

Dwayne Hawkins Family Foundation Inc
Private
Catoosa County, Georgia, Delaware County, Ohio +8 more
Unspecified amount
With a mission to support community-focused nonprofits, the Dwayne Hawkins Family Foundation provides Marion County, Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations with sponsorship funding for fundraising events that offer public visibility and recognition. Eligible nonprofits may request support for galas, golf tournaments, charity walks, benefit dinners, and similar promotional initiatives in the communities the foundation serves.
Animal Welfare - General Military & Veterans Services Economic Services & Development +4 more

Appalachian Community Fund Support for LGBTQ Organizing

Appalachian Community Fund
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alleghany County, Virginia +138 more
Up to US $2,000
Nonprofit, community-led organizations doing LGBTQ organizing and services in Marion County, Tennessee can seek up to US $2,000 to build capacity and strengthen institutional resources. With a mission to fund grassroots social change, Appalachian Community Fund prioritizes new and emerging efforts, especially those led by or serving LGBTQ youth in Central Appalachia.
LGBTQIA+ Services Sexuality & LGBTQIA+ Rights

Appalachian Community Fund Grants for Marion County

Appalachian Community Fund
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alleghany County, Virginia +138 more
Unspecified amount
Grassroots, community-led 501(c)(3) organizations in Marion County, Tennessee can seek technical assistance funding to build organizational capacity and skills for social justice work. Focused on social, economic, racial, and environmental justice in Central Appalachia, Appalachian Community Fund supports training in leadership, fundraising, planning, financial management, community organizing, and related areas.
Social Justice / Human Rights

South Arts Support for Appalachian Folk Arts

South Arts, Inc.
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alexander County, North Carolina +133 more
US $30,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in eligible Central Appalachian counties, including Marion County, Tennessee, can apply for South Arts’ In These Mountains Infrastructure Grants, awarding US $30,000 for organizational infrastructure needs. Funding supports tools, training, planning, equipment, and other non-programming costs that strengthen folk and traditional arts, especially in rural and underrepresented communities.
Art & Culture Folk Art / Traditional Art Music

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Habitat Grants in Marion County

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +113 more
US $250,000 - US $750,000
Focused on land and water conservation, eligible organizations in Marion County, Tennessee can seek National Fish and Wildlife Foundation support for restoring forests, grasslands, and freshwater habitats. Grants of US $250,000 - US $750,000 back projects that enhance wildlife, improve soil and water health, and expand conservation practices on working agricultural and forest lands.
Forestry Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration Freshwater Conservation +3 more

Beverly Joyce White Memorial Scholarship for Hospice Nursing Staff

Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation (VBLF)
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Mission Statement

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of all communities in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas by investing and serving as a catalyst for ideas, partnerships, medical education, research and programs. The Foundation defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, spiritual and social well-being.

Beverly Joyce White Memorial Scholarship for Hospice Nursing Staff

The scholarship is awarded to hospice nursing staff who are pursuing a certification in hospice palliative care or other related education offerings.

Nursing

GIAR Grandmother’s First-Generation Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
Up to US $25,000

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.

GIAR Grandmother’s First-Generation Scholarship

This scholarship is established in the memory and honor of Gramie Georgina, Grandma Isabella, Grandmother Ann, and Grannie Ruth, all first-generation women who were never able to attend college. This scholarship is only accepting renewal applications for 2026.

Helps First-Generation Young Women living in Nevada or Hawaii.

The scholarship funds the undergraduate or graduate college education of first-generation young women of Portuguese, Mexican, Central American or South American ancestry, under the age of 25. The term first-generation is defined here as a young woman who has immigrated to the United States of America and become a naturalized citizen or the daughter of an immigrant of Portuguese, Mexican, Central American and South American Ancestry. The student must be a resident of Nevada or Hawaii.

This scholarship is a one-time award of up to $5,000 based on need (which will be verified through your attached FAFSA and Financial Aid documents). One scholarship may be awarded to cover the full cost of attendance at UNR (up to $25,000), also based on need. All awards have the potential to be renewed with reapplication.

Education - Higher Education

Delaney L. Wykle Nursing Scholarship

Beckley Area Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Delaney L. Wykle Nursing Scholarship, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, aims to support nursing students from Raleigh and Summers counties in West Virginia. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, possess a minimum 3.0 GPA, and be enrolled in an accredited four-year nursing program. This scholarship helps empower students to achieve their educational goals while enhancing community health services in Southern West Virginia.
Education - Higher Education Education - High School Academic Scholarship Programs +2 more

Byrd Prillerman High School Memorial Scholarship

Beckley Area Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Byrd Prillerman High School Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, provides need-based support to Raleigh County students residing in the former Main Gulf area. Preference is given to descendants of past students or teachers of Byrd Prillerman School. This scholarship aims to empower local students in their pursuit of higher education, fostering community growth and educational achievement.
Education - Higher Education Education - High School Academic Scholarship Programs +1 more

Partners for Environmental Progress (PEP) Scholarship

Community Foundation of South Alabama
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Community Foundation of South Alabama

Since its inception, the Community Foundation has grown to over 500 funds and awarded over $98 million in grants and scholarships throughout the eight counties of southwest Alabama, improving the lives of many residents in our corner of the world.

We amplify the gifts from generous donors through wise investment, support others in efforts to enhance our community, and lead and collaborate on initiatives which have a broad impact.

Scholarships

The more than 40 scholarship funds at the Foundation were created by generous donors who wanted to help the students in our community achieve a brighter future. We are committed to assisting the most promising students with scholarships for professional certificate programs, two and four-year undergraduate degrees and graduate school. The scholarship funds at the Foundation award grants to high school, community college and university students to be used for tuition, books, and fees.

Partners for Environmental Progress (PEP) Scholarship

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria: be an owner, employee or dependent of an owner or employee of the local branch/site of a company whose membership in PEP is in good standing at the time of the application, selection & awarding of the scholarship to the applicant. Applicants must currently be enrolled at the time of the application as a full or part-time student in a two year or four year accredited technical college, or university for secondary or post-secondary work and have a minimum 3.0 GPA with a declared course of study and major in one of the following: environmental science, environmental planning, environmental engineering, or other related science fields of study, including, but not limited to, all engineering fields, marine science, geoscience, fisheries science, forestry, and estuarine science and management.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Poarch Creek Indian Community Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of South Alabama
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Community Foundation of South Alabama

Since its inception, the Community Foundation has grown to over 500 funds and awarded over $98 million in grants and scholarships throughout the eight counties of southwest Alabama, improving the lives of many residents in our corner of the world.

We amplify the gifts from generous donors through wise investment, support others in efforts to enhance our community, and lead and collaborate on initiatives which have a broad impact.

Scholarships

The more than 40 scholarship funds at the Foundation were created by generous donors who wanted to help the students in our community achieve a brighter future. We are committed to assisting the most promising students with scholarships for professional certificate programs, two and four-year undergraduate degrees and graduate school. The scholarship funds at the Foundation award grants to high school, community college and university students to be used for tuition, books, and fees.

Poarch Creek Indian Community Scholarship Fund

Annually, the Poarch Creek Indian Community Scholarship Fund will award a minimum of one scholarship to a male student and one to a female student. Applicants must be a resident of the State of Alabama or one of the following counties in Florida: Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Holmes, Washington or Gadsden. Academic merit, community involvement, and other factors such as financial need and/or workforce demand, will be taken into consideration when reviewing applications

Education - Higher Education

Roland and Jean Fry Scholarship

Community Foundation of South Alabama
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Community Foundation of South Alabama

Since its inception, the Community Foundation has grown to over 500 funds and awarded over $98 million in grants and scholarships throughout the eight counties of southwest Alabama, improving the lives of many residents in our corner of the world.

We amplify the gifts from generous donors through wise investment, support others in efforts to enhance our community, and lead and collaborate on initiatives which have a broad impact.

Scholarships

The more than 40 scholarship funds at the Foundation were created by generous donors who wanted to help the students in our community achieve a brighter future. We are committed to assisting the most promising students with scholarships for professional certificate programs, two and four-year undergraduate degrees and graduate school. The scholarship funds at the Foundation award grants to high school, community college and university students to be used for tuition, books, and fees.

Roland and Jean Fry Scholarship

For Mobile County Public High School senior who demonstrates financial need, has a good GPA and can attend any college.

Education - Higher Education

Steve and Carolyn Perry Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of South Alabama
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Community Foundation of South Alabama

Since its inception, the Community Foundation has grown to over 500 funds and awarded over $98 million in grants and scholarships throughout the eight counties of southwest Alabama, improving the lives of many residents in our corner of the world.

We amplify the gifts from generous donors through wise investment, support others in efforts to enhance our community, and lead and collaborate on initiatives which have a broad impact.

Scholarships

The more than 40 scholarship funds at the Foundation were created by generous donors who wanted to help the students in our community achieve a brighter future. We are committed to assisting the most promising students with scholarships for professional certificate programs, two and four-year undergraduate degrees and graduate school. The scholarship funds at the Foundation award grants to high school, community college and university students to be used for tuition, books, and fees.

Steve and Carolyn Perry Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is for an individual pursuing technical training or certification in advanced manufacturing & will support both career training and career advancement training. The applicant must demonstrate that he or she meets the skill requirements of the training or certification program. Financial need is not required but may be taken into consideration. 

Vocational & Trade Education Manufacturing Engineering

Volunteer Challenge Grants

CVS Health Foundation
Private
United States
US $150 - US $3,000

Volunteer Challenge Grants

Each year, CVS Health colleagues volunteer thousands of hours at nonprofit organizations in their communities. To help our colleagues lend even more support to the causes they care about, the CVS Health Foundation offers grants for volunteer service. Funded through the Foundation, our Volunteer Challenge Grant program supports nonprofit organizations where our colleagues donate their time, with grants ranging from $150 to $3,000. The more hours our colleagues give — starting with just 10 logged hours — the more support the nonprofit of their choice can receive from the Foundation.

Volunteer Challenge Grants are awarded on behalf of individuals who volunteer 10, 25 or 100 or more hours of service, to teams that volunteer more than 50 hours of service, and to both individuals and teams who fundraise for a charitable run, walk or ride event.

Volunteerism & Philanthropy

Marion County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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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 Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion 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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