Tennessee Community Development Funding via US Bancorp
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can access funding through US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible program. Organizations that address multiple pillars (work, home, play), advance diversity, equity and inclusion, and serve designated U.S. Bank communities may be especially competitive, including groups supporting teacher workforce or career readiness efforts.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Education Grants in Tennessee
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can apply for monetary support that complements teachers’ continuing education efforts. Grants from Costco Foundation help organizations in communities where Costco operates that can demonstrate community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support in their project budgets.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Tennessee
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative approaches to human services and other social issues can seek funding to develop or expand their programs. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites eligible organizations to propose new ways of addressing existing or previously unaddressed social problems, which may include creative models for teacher development or continuing education initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Youth and Child Welfare Grants from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can apply for the DanPaul Foundation’s grants, with awards up to US $15,000, including organizations in Tennessee. Funding may support early childhood development, teacher and parent training, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, refugee enrichment, and related youth-focused programs worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Tennessee Innovation
Early-stage nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations in Tennessee tackling urgent social or environmental challenges can access funding and support through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation; awards up to US $300,000 over three years for scalable, impact-first solutions. Education-focused initiatives that directly benefit underserved communities and can grow to reach thousands may be competitive.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tennessee Education Funding via Dunn Family Foundation
501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee developing educational testing tools, teacher support materials, or innovative education projects can apply for Dunn Family Foundation grants, typically US $5,000 - US $25,000, to fund project costs. Initial awards support specific projects, with possible follow-on operating or capital support tied to prior funding.
Dunn Family Foundation
Education and Empowerment Funding from Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to deliver education, crisis response, or economic empowerment programs for predominantly economically underserved communities, including in Tennessee, can seek Global Impact Cash Grants supporting innovative program delivery. Cisco Systems Foundation funds early-stage, tech-enabled solutions such as digital skills education, workforce preparation, and green job creation, with awards up to US $100,000.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Education and Safety Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Tennessee educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can access funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives; awards support programs like K–12 and higher education, STEM, and college and career pathways. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation may benefit teacher professional development or continuing education efforts that fit these focus areas.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Tennessee Education Funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits and equivalent charities working in education, health, or community services can access funding through the Labcorp Charitable Foundation to support programs like STEM education, food pantries, and healthcare access. This U.S.-based funder reviews requests in March and September and prioritizes equitable care, education, and community well-being.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Education Grants
Organizations supporting education, child health, or family economic stability for low-income urban youth in Tennessee and other eligible areas can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards are more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other mission-aligned entities.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Early Education Grants for Nonprofits from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee communities where PNC operates can seek funding for early childhood education or community economic development initiatives. PNC Foundation provides support for programs such as birth-to-five learning, teacher professional development, family engagement, job training, affordable housing, and neighborhood revitalization, which may include opportunities tied to teacher development and continuing education.
PNC Foundation
Education and Community Grants for Charities from Roche
Focused on humanitarian, education, community, and arts initiatives, this program invites accredited charities in Tennessee and worldwide to seek support for innovative, sustainable projects. Organizations offering science and education programs, youth services, primary health care, or community and environmental initiatives may be eligible for funding from Roche, often in partnership with local affiliate offices.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services in Tennessee and other eligible countries can seek support for programs serving marginalized and vulnerable communities. Semnani Family Foundation provides global funding that may benefit teacher training, literacy initiatives, or medical education efforts connected to continuing education and community health.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Tennessee Education
With a mission to support charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for programs that advance education and general welfare. U.S.-based nonprofits, including those offering teachers’ continuing education, may be eligible if all funded activities occur within the country and meet tax-exempt requirements.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community-focused programs can apply for Bank of America Foundation sponsorships. Funding may benefit efforts in workforce education, basic needs like hunger and shelter, community development, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion, helping strengthen economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities nationwide.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Storytelling Grants for Nonprofits from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can seek more than US $50,000 to tell powerful stories about their work through the Storytelling Grant. Focused on preservation, education, and wellness, the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation invites Tennessee education and teacher-support programs to enhance communications that showcase their community impact.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Tennessee Education Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations focused on education, youth, or family services can access funding via Robinson Foundation for single-year programs that tangibly improve people’s lives. Eligible nonprofits must serve communities in the Southern region and have operated for more than three years; funds are not available for facilities or other capital projects.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in Tennessee
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
With a mission to support community services, Insperity provides Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits with philanthropic grants and event sponsorships to advance key service and fundraising goals. Eligible organizations must either engage Insperity employees, be Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work, and may apply once per year.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Tennessee may be eligible for support from the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. Focused on respecting people, life, and the environment, this funding could help schools or education partners advance teacher-related or community education initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Tennessee Community Programs Funding via Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified government entities in Tennessee can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation’s grants supporting education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment projects. Eligible applicants must be located within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community, so Tennessee teachers’ continuing education initiatives may qualify when based in those areas.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services programs in Tennessee can apply for unrestricted grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to back environmental and human services work, Lawrence Foundation provides program or operating support that may help educators and schools enhance continuing education efforts.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Tennessee Education
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Tennessee nonprofit organizations with US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support museums, cultural and performing arts programs, schools and hospitals, and community-based services. IRS-qualified nonprofits offering education, skills training, or youth and teacher-focused programs may be eligible for these U.S.-wide funds.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Focused on community development and basic needs, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits to apply for grants supporting hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and cultural enrichment. Tennessee education and community organizations that fit these priorities and can engage Ameriprise volunteers may be competitive applicants.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Tennessee Education
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee can seek project funding for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs, with awards from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help U.S. organizations, including those supporting teacher development and continuing education, with one-year initiatives rather than general operating support.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Tennessee Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee that improve quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief can seek project, operating, or capital support. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help community-focused groups addressing poverty, hunger, homelessness, health access, literacy, and related services in areas where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Tennessee Community Programs Funding via Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $30,000 for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects. Education-focused nonprofits, including those offering teacher professional development or STEM programs, may be eligible if their work serves communities along the Union Pacific service area.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Tennessee nonprofits serving youth and families through education, housing, food security, or environmental programs can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for initiatives like academic enrichment, leadership development, hunger relief, family services, community gardens, and environmental stewardship projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc