Appalachian Community Fund Support for Social Justice
Focused on social justice capacity-building, Appalachian Community Fund invites Tennessee grassroots 501(c)(3) organizations in eligible Appalachian counties to seek technical assistance support. Community-led groups working for systemic social, economic, racial, and environmental justice can fund training and consulting in leadership, fundraising, planning, financial management, legal issues, community organizing, and communications.
Appalachian Community Fund
Social Justice Funding from American Electric Power Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charities, government entities, and qualifying foundations in Tennessee and other AEP service areas can seek funding for social justice, basic needs, and STEM education programs. The American Electric Power Foundation supports efforts advancing equity, hunger and housing services, and related environmental, health, safety, arts, and cultural initiatives.
American Electric Power Foundation
Tennessee Community Development Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic opportunity, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can access funding via US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program. Organizations that address multiple pillars (work, home, play), advance diversity, equity and inclusion, and are based in U.S. Bank communities may be especially competitive, including groups advancing social justice and human rights.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Youth Services Grants in Tennessee
Nonprofit organizations in Tennessee that are 501(c)(3)s and run programs for children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary support, which could benefit social justice and human rights efforts. Grants from Costco Foundation help community-based programs demonstrate measurable outcomes, collaborate locally, and leverage a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Tennessee
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in Tennessee can seek funding to develop or expand new approaches. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations to inquire about support, which may benefit groups advancing social justice or human rights in their communities.
Creag Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Social Impact
Early-stage social impact organizations addressing social justice and human rights in Tennessee and globally can access funding and support through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, with awards up to US $300,000. Grants provide multi-year capital plus intensive capacity-building and community for scalable, systems-focused solutions benefiting underserved populations.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in Tennessee
Tennessee arts and culture nonprofits with U.S. audiences can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for impactful arts and science programming. Grants support program, capital, and limited general or endowment needs for institutions like museums, theaters, symphonies, ballets, and arts schools, especially those engaging young people and underserved communities; typical awards exceed US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Tennessee Community Health Funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Tennessee nonprofits and other eligible charitable organizations working in health, education, or community services can receive support for programs such as food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and preventative health initiatives. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides grants to U.S.-based 501(c)(3) and equivalent organizations that strengthen local communities and promote equitable care and education.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Appalachian Community Fund Support for LGBTQ Organizing
With a mission to support grassroots social change, Appalachian Community Fund provides Tennessee LGBTQ and social justice organizations with grants up to US $2,000 to build capacity and institutional resources. Eligible 501(c)(3) or fiscally sponsored, community-led groups in designated Appalachian counties, especially new or youth-focused efforts, can apply anytime.
Appalachian Community Fund
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations serving urban children and youth in education, health, or family economic stability can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants of more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible entities in Tennessee and other U.S. locations, India, and South Africa include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and community-based organizations.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Global Community Programs Funding for Charities via Roche
Charitable organizations running humanitarian, educational, environmental, or arts and culture programs in Tennessee and worldwide can seek philanthropic support that promotes sustainable development and community well-being. Focused on humanitarian and social development, science education, community and environment, and contemporary arts, Roche invites accredited charities, including those advancing social justice and human rights, to propose innovative, high-quality projects.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations providing health, education, or disaster relief services to marginalized communities in Tennessee and worldwide can seek support from Semnani Family Foundation. The foundation funds initiatives such as healthcare access, child and women’s health, humanitarian aid, and social services, and Tennessee groups advancing social justice within these areas may be eligible.
Semnani Family Foundation
Grassroots Justice Funding from Southern Partners Fund
Rural grassroots community groups in Tennessee and the broader Southeast can use this grant for community organizing, capacity building, and voter engagement tied to social, economic, and environmental justice. Tennessee social justice and human rights organizers may be eligible for up to US $3,500 from Southern Partners Fund’s Discretionary Fund each year.
Southern Partners Fund
Bank of America Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee working on housing, jobs, hunger, community development, or related basic needs may be eligible for sponsorship support. Bank of America Charitable Foundation also considers arts, culture, environmental, and diversity initiatives, which can include social justice and human rights programming in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Tennessee Social Justice Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits advancing social justice and human rights in Tennessee and other eligible countries can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000 to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. With a mission to support focused interventions, the foundation favors smaller 501(c)(3) organizations or qualifying foreign entities with most funds reaching beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Assisi Foundation Support for Tennessee Social Justice
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
The Assisi Foundation provides Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for health, education, social justice, arts, and community enhancement initiatives in the Mid-South. Eligible organizations must operate in Shelby, Fayette, or Tipton Counties in Tennessee, or nearby counties in Arkansas and Mississippi, and maintain inclusive, non-discriminatory governance and services across faith traditions.
The Assisi Foundation of Memphis, Inc.
Insperity Community Services Grants in Tennessee
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services in Tennessee can seek philanthropic grants or event sponsorships that support their service and fundraising goals. With a mission to strengthen communities, Insperity provides Tennessee nonprofits with financial support when they engage Insperity employees, are Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can seek funding that may benefit social justice and human rights efforts in Tennessee. Focused on broad, forward-looking change, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites applicants whose work respects people, the environment, and all forms of life.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence services near TJX locations in Tennessee can seek grants supporting vulnerable children and families. The TJX Foundation funds programs like food, clothing, shelter, out-of-school learning, and safety initiatives; Tennessee social justice and human rights groups may be eligible if they meet these criteria.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries working on environmental or human services programs in Tennessee and beyond can seek $5,000 - $10,000 in unrestricted operating or project support. With a mission to back environmental and human services causes, Lawrence Foundation provides flexible funding that may benefit social justice and human rights initiatives.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Tennessee Nonprofits
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Tennessee nonprofits with grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support museums, cultural and performing arts programs, schools and hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife protection, and other community-based efforts. Organizations advancing social justice or human rights within these areas may be eligible if they are IRS-qualified and U.S.-based.
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 Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits to apply for funding that strengthens hunger relief, housing, adult self-sufficiency, and community vitality. Organizations advancing social justice or human rights through these services, especially those engaging Ameriprise employee or advisor volunteers, may be competitive applicants within this U.S.-wide program.
Ameriprise Financial
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Tennessee Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief in Tennessee communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help Tennessee social justice and human rights organizations serving underserved and underrepresented individuals and families build stronger, more resilient communities.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Tennessee Community Programs Funding via Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
501(c)(3) public charities 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. Organizations serving Union Pacific rail communities, including those advancing equity, youth development, basic needs, or community safety and justice, may be eligible.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth and families through education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. U.S.-based organizations and certain international equivalents may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for programs that support underserved young people, which may include social justice or human rights-focused initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Southern Partners Fund Support for Rural Organizing
Applications due May 6, 2027
Rural, community-based 501(c)(3) organizations using grassroots organizing for social, economic, or environmental justice in Tennessee and other Southeastern states can seek general or project support through the Hubert E. Sapp Regular Grant Cycle. Southern Partners Fund prioritizes small-budget groups building local leadership and community power rather than providing direct services.
Southern Partners Fund