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Judith B. Cutcomb Scholarship

Napa Valley Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000

Napa Valley Community Foundation

We work side-by-side with local donors and nonprofits to tackle the most important challenges our Valley faces.

Our Board and staff are completely dedicated to the people and causes of Napa Valley and represent communities from American Canyon to Calistoga. They share skills, perspectives and the collaborative spirit that define our Napa Valley diversity.

Judith B. Cutcomb Scholarship

The Judith B. Cutcomb Scholarship is offered by CalRTA Napa Valley and administered by Napa Valley Community Foundation. It is awarded in memory of Judith B. Cutcomb, a St. Helena educator. The Cutcomb Scholarship supports current St. Helena Unified School District teachers who are continuing their education or graduates of St. Helena High School studying to be educators. Previous recipients of the scholarship are eligible to reapply.

Education - Higher Education Teacher Development & Training

Supporting Small Businesses on Main Street Course Scholarship

Main Street America
United States
Unspecified amount

Achieve Your Community’s Economic Vitality Goals

Generously sponsored by U.S. Bank, Supporting Small Businesses on Main Street courses center the real challenges of entrepreneurs and equip Main Street leaders with invaluable insights and practical tools needed to respond. 

Building Your Local Business Ecosystem helps Main Street leaders understand and strengthen the network of people, organizations, programs, and resources that support local entrepreneurs and small businesses. Across three connected virtual classroom sessions, you will map your local business ecosystem, identify strengths and gaps, and develop practical ways to improve coordination and turn shared insights into action.

Supporting Small Businesses on Main Street is a recurring learning offering, available twice each year. Each session explores a distinct, timely topic shaping Main Street economies, allowing practitioners to gain tools, knowledge, and strategies to meet the immediate needs and long-term economic vitality goals of their community’s entrepreneurs.

What You’ll Get

  • Three interactive virtual learning sessions
  • Dynamic curriculum developed by subject matter experts
  • Access to a peer network of Main Street economic development leaders
  • Curated suite of templates, resources, and customizable tools that you can use right away
  • A practical entrepreneurial ecosystem-mapping and action-planning process that you can apply in your own community
  • Eligibility for credit toward the Main Street America Revitalization Professional credential and AICP certification 

Why It’s Worth the Investment 

Many community leaders are driving critical economic development initiatives on tight budgets — so how do you justify the expense of this course to your Board or leadership team? Here’s what you and your community will receive from this investment:

  • Practical tools for understanding and mapping your local business ecosystem
  • Strategies for identifying gaps, overlaps, and opportunities within the local support system
  • Approaches for strengthening coordination among business-support partners
  • Evergreen resources that support continued implementation after the course
  • Professional credentials
  • National peer networking

Price, Registration & What's Included

  • Rates: $275 Member, $350 Non-member
Business Education Business Development

Lenore Hirsch-Jay Falk Scholarship

Napa Valley Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Napa Valley Community Foundation

We work side-by-side with local donors and nonprofits to tackle the most important challenges our Valley faces.

Our Board and staff are completely dedicated to the people and causes of Napa Valley and represent communities from American Canyon to Calistoga. They share skills, perspectives and the collaborative spirit that define our Napa Valley diversity.

Lenore Hirsch-Jay Falk Scholarship

The Lenore Hirsch-Jay Falk Scholarship benefits Napa County high school seniors that are graduating, and who have worked hard to overcome academic challenges. Applicants must be planning to attend a two- or four-year college program in general education. Although not a requirement, applications are strongly encouraged from students who have learning disabilities and/or attend a continuation high school in Napa County. Previous recipients of the scholarship completing their first, second, or third year of college are also eligible.

Education - Higher Education

Daisy Cavalli Scholarship Fund

Napa Valley Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $5,000

Napa Valley Community Foundation

We work side-by-side with local donors and nonprofits to tackle the most important challenges our Valley faces.

Our Board and staff are completely dedicated to the people and causes of Napa Valley and represent communities from American Canyon to Calistoga. They share skills, perspectives and the collaborative spirit that define our Napa Valley diversity.

Daisy Cavalli Scholarship Fund

The Daisy Cavalli Scholarship Fund benefits graduating seniors who attend a Napa Valley Unified School District high school and will be enrolling in a trade school, community college, or four-year college/university. Recipients will receive funding for each year that they are enrolled as a full-time student.

Consideration is given to first generation college students (i.e. neither parent has obtained a Bachelor’s Degree).

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Dave Smith Scholarship Fund

Napa Valley Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000 - US $4,000

Napa Valley Community Foundation

We work side-by-side with local donors and nonprofits to tackle the most important challenges our Valley faces.

Our Board and staff are completely dedicated to the people and causes of Napa Valley and represent communities from American Canyon to Calistoga. They share skills, perspectives and the collaborative spirit that define our Napa Valley diversity.

Dave Smith Scholarship Fund

The Dave Smith Scholarship Fund benefits graduating seniors who attend public high schools in Napa County and Napa Valley College students who plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, computer science or music at a community college or four-year college/university. Recipients will receive funding for up to four years of undergraduate study.

Music Education - Higher Education Electrical Engineering +1 more

Edward W. Solomon Scholarship

Napa Valley Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,500 - US $2,500

Napa Valley Community Foundation

We work side-by-side with local donors and nonprofits to tackle the most important challenges our Valley faces.

Our Board and staff are completely dedicated to the people and causes of Napa Valley and represent communities from American Canyon to Calistoga. They share skills, perspectives and the collaborative spirit that define our Napa Valley diversity.

Edward W. Solomon Scholarship

The Edward W. Solomon Scholarship is offered by CalRTA Napa Valley and administered by Napa Valley Community Foundation. It is awarded in memory of Dr. Edward W. Solomon. The Solomon Scholarship is given to support current Napa County teachers/educators who are continuing their education. Previous recipients of the scholarship are eligible to reapply.

In addition, applicants must demonstrate the potential for academic success by having been accepted in an upcoming college or university upper division or graduate level education program or course. Community college courses are acceptable only for current teachers who want/need to supplement their credential authorizations, and if the community college course is acceptable to the CTC Credentialing Office.

Education - Higher Education Teacher Development & Training

George & Gwendolyn Goodin Endowment Fund

Napa Valley Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000 - US $5,000

Napa Valley Community Foundation

We work side-by-side with local donors and nonprofits to tackle the most important challenges our Valley faces.

Our Board and staff are completely dedicated to the people and causes of Napa Valley and represent communities from American Canyon to Calistoga. They share skills, perspectives and the collaborative spirit that define our Napa Valley diversity.

George & Gwendolyn Goodin Endowment Fund

The George and Gwendolyn Goodin Endowment Fund provides one-year college and university scholarships to Napa County residents who are military veterans, or Napa County residents who are dependents of military veterans who were wounded or died while in active service. The number of scholarships awarded and the amount of each scholarship will be determined by the Fund’s Scholarship Selection Committee.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Tad Fujioka Memorial Scholarship

The Alaska Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Tad Fujioka Memorial Scholarship

A fund created in memory of Tad Fujioka to support graduates of Sitka High School, Pacific High School, Mount Edgecumbe High, or Sitka School District REACH homeschool. The scholarship will support college or vocational training in career choices that will help support the wellbeing and resilience of members of small Alaska communities.

Tad had great-grandparents who settled in Ketchikan in the early 1900's where his father learned to love fishing in Alaska. When Tad was one year old, he and his parents moved to Juneau, where Tad also learned to love fishing. After college, he moved to Sitka, where fishing was even better. After a stint of working in engineering, marrying, and starting a family, he got a salmon troll permit. He soon became involved not only in fishing but also in fishery policy and regulation, where his analytical ability helped to evaluate management proposals. His patience and diplomacy allowed him to effectively articulate ideas and solutions to problems he saw in existing conditions and propose measures, both in the management of the fishery and also in the processing sector, where he served as board chairman of the Seafood Producers Cooperative. He became a respected and effective advocate for the sustainability of the small boat fishing fleet, which supports the economy of many small towns and communities in Alaska. Commitment to serving his community included 20 years serving on the Sitka Advisory Committee to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, teaching friends and students to harvest wild foods, and sharing his harvest throughout the community and the state.

To honor his legacy, his family has chosen to honor Tad by starting the Tad Fujioka Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Vocational & Trade Education

Field Initiated Projects Program (Development) (363971)

US HHS: Administration for Community Living (ACL)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $245,000 - US $250,000
The Field Initiated Projects Program (Development) aims to enhance the inclusion and self-sufficiency of individuals with disabilities through innovative research and development. This program supports the creation of tools, methods, and systems that assist people with disabilities, particularly those with significant support needs. With 16 grants available, the initiative will span 36 months, focusing on impactful projects that foster independence, employment, and community integration.
Disability Care & Services Medical Rehabilitation Emerging Technology Development

Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems Centers

US HHS: Administration for Community Living (ACL)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $560,000 - US $640,000
The Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems Centers aim to enhance TBI rehabilitation through evidence-based research. These centers focus on generating knowledge to improve health, community participation, and employment outcomes for TBI individuals. Funded by the US HHS Administration for Community Living, the grants support site-specific and collaborative research, contributing to a longitudinal database. Each center can receive varying funding amounts, depending on eligible database participants, with a project timeline of 60 months comprising five 12-month budget periods.
Disability Care & Services Neurological Diseases & Disorders Medical Rehabilitation

Lifespan Respite Care Program: State Grants

US HHS: Administration for Community Living (ACL)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $300,000 - US $500,000
The Lifespan Respite Care Program invites state agencies to apply for grants aimed at enhancing respite services for caregivers of individuals with disabilities or chronic conditions. This initiative supports both new states and those re-establishing their programs, focusing on collaboration, training, and outreach to address the respite needs of diverse populations. Approximately ten cooperative agreements will be funded over three years, aligning with federal requirements for lifespan respite care.
Community Services Disability Care & Services Family Services

National Breastfeeding Support, Implementation, and Hospital Quality Improvement Initiative

Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The National Breastfeeding Support Initiative aims to enhance maternity care quality by engaging diverse partners and providing training to healthcare organizations. It focuses on implementing evidence-based practices to support breastfeeding, ensuring safe and effective maternity care in hospitals across the U.S. and territories. By fostering collaboration and utilizing data for quality improvement, the initiative seeks to create a sustainable impact on maternal and infant health.
Women's Health Maternal And Perinatal Health Health Care Access & Delivery

The Future is for Everyone Fund

Meta (Facebook)
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Aiken County, South Carolina +40 more
Unspecified amount

Benefitting people in the places making the AI future possible

The Future is for Everyone Fund

Meta is investing directly in education, community enhancement, workforce development and sustainability projects in locations where we have a data center in the United States.

The AI future we are building is for everyone. That starts with making sure everyone in the places that are home to a Meta data center feel the benefits in their communities. We want students to have bright futures, small businesses to flourish and communities to be prosperous.

Our commitment to the communities we call home.

The Future is for Everyone Fund supports investments and programs that address local community priorities in the United States, where we have a Meta data center:

We invest in the people and shared spaces that help a community thrive. That includes the parks, trails, and gathering places where neighbors come together, the technology and access that keep them connected, and first responders - like police officers, firefighters, and paramedics — who keep our communities safe.

We support the people and organizations that power local economies - helping workers gain the skills, certifications, and hands-on experience the modern economy rewards, and backing initiatives that create jobs and give a community its character.

We fund the programs, spaces, and tools that help learners of every age discover what they're capable of - from early literacy and the arts to hands-on science, technology, and problem-solving - and we equip the educators who make it happen with the resources to bring their most ambitious lessons to life.

We invest in the long-term health of the land, water, and wildlife that make our communities home - supporting things like habitat restoration and resource conservation that connects people to the natural world.

What is the Future is for Everyone Fund?

The Future is for Everyone Fund is Meta’s $1 billion commitment to invest directly in the U.S. communities that are home to a Meta data center. The Fund supports local schools, nonprofits, and community organizations and is organized into four focus areas that reflect local priorities: Community Enhancement, Economic Vitality, Education, and Sustainability. It builds on the over $70 million in grant funding we’ve provided to our data center communities since 2011.

Sustainability Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Artificial Intelligence (AI) +9 more

Launchpad Funds: Seed and Scaling Funding

Coefficient Giving
Private
Countries
US $10,000,000 - US $50,000,000

Request for Proposals: Launchpad Funds

Background

Coefficient Giving is increasing its giving, primarily to prepare for the billions of dollars in new philanthropic capital that may become available in the coming years. Our increased giving in global health and wellbeing is a temporary surge, with two objectives: to smooth funding and pull forward initiatives we expect to be cost-effective, and to help create an ecosystem of regrantors and implementers with the capacity to allocate this new money as cost-effectively as possible. Additional context on our scaling is provided in this blog post. 

With new potential capital on the way, we want to increase the supply of actionable and fundable plans to address some of the world’s hardest problems. We’re looking for specific, credible strategies to convert funding into measurable progress. Our ideal funds are:

However, we are also open to funds that are thematic and don’t have a quantified goal — for example, a fund organized around a promising type of intervention. Such funds still need to be led by a single, identifiable person who is accountable for the fund’s direction.

Through this request for EOIs, we aim to seed or scale Launchpad Funds that can grow to $100m+ over the next few years. We don’t seek scale for its own sake; it is a proxy for the ambition of the fund, and a signal that the problem is large and tractable enough to justify deploying significantly more capital over time.

What we will fund

  • We expect to support established ideas that have either not yet secured anchor support or could significantly scale beyond their existing level of funding.
  • This funding can cover operating expenses, but we expect most of it to be used for activities that make progress on the fund’s goals — whether through regranting or direct implementation.
  • For exceptional proposals, we may consider funding levels beyond $50m. We anticipate higher funding levels will involve more thought partnership from our team.
  • While we don’t expect to make grants longer than 36 months, funded proposals may later be considered for additional funding beyond the initial period.

Urban Planning Public Policy Food Access & Hunger +13 more

NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) Phase I (363983)

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $225,000
The NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) Phase I program invites proposals for groundbreaking aerospace concepts, aiming to transform potential in aeronautics. This initiative supports innovative research through multiple award phases, focusing on Phase I requirements and evaluation criteria. A virtual forum will be held on October 7, 2026, to discuss the Appendix’s details and clarify submission guidelines. Additional information will be available on the NSPIRES page, ensuring participants are well-informed about the process.
Aerospace Engineering Space Science Emerging Technology Development

National Parks Business Plan Internship

US Department of the Interior: National Park Service (NPS)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $1,700,000
The National Parks Business Plan Internship aims to enhance the operational health of national parks through a graduate-level program that trains students in business management and NPS operations. Participants will engage in substantive analysis, gain insights into park management, and promote federal careers in conservation. This initiative seeks to involve underrepresented graduate students from disciplines such as business administration and public policy, fostering a commitment to stewardship of public lands.
Education - Higher Education Environmental Education Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness +1 more

Promoting Cancer Surveillance Workforce, Education, and Data Use (363986)

Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
This funding opportunity aims to enhance the cancer surveillance workforce through education and support for certified Oncology Data Specialists. The initiative will improve the quality and completeness of cancer data collected by the National Program of Cancer Registries. By fostering collaboration and promoting the value of cancer surveillance data, this program seeks to empower public health actions, research, and policy-making, ensuring a robust response to current and future cancer-related challenges.
Cancer / Oncology Epidemiology & Public Health Medical Education & Professional Training

Greater Minnesota Housing Infrastructure Grant Program

Minnesota Housing Finance Agency
State/Local Government
Aitkin County, Minnesota, Becker County, Minnesota +80 more
Up to US $500,000

Greater Minnesota Housing Infrastructure Grant Program

Grant funds can be used to cover up to 50% of capital costs of physical public infrastructure necessary to support a qualifying housing development. This may include sewers, water supply systems, utility extensions, streets and more, necessary to support single-family, multifamily, homeownership and rental housing development.

Grants are generally limited to:

  • $40,000 per lot for one to four units
  • $180,000 per lot for multifamily housing (five or more units/building)
  • $60,000 per manufactured housing lot
  • No more than $500,000 to any grantee or project over a two year period.

Applicants’ matching funds may include in-kind contributions, such as donation of land.

Equitable & Affordable Housing

Riecke Professional Development Fellowship

Achieve Foundation Inc
Private
United States
Up to US $5,000

About

What We Do

The Achieve Foundation promotes high-quality education that prepares South Orange-Maplewood School District students for the future.

We support our students, families and educators by addressing inequities, inspiring innovation and fostering community.

Riecke Professional Development Fellowship

About the Program

Achieve’s Michelle T. Riecke Fellowship funds summer professional development opportunities for faculty.

Fellowships are awarded to individuals (up to $3,000) and/or teaching teams (up to $5,000).

This year, Achieve awarded $9,111 to support four professional development programs for six teachers.

The Michelle T. Riecke Teaching Fellowship was established with the Achieve Foundation in 2004 in memory of former Board of Ed president Shelley Riecke, who passed away at age 39.

The Fellowship fosters outstanding teaching by enabling educators to undertake continuing education in their fields in the summer, and inspiring them to share the new knowledge they acquire with their District colleagues upon their return to school.

While fellowships are awarded for both subject-specific and broader educational interests, faculty are encouraged to look for programs that nurture their professional passion.

Teacher Development & Training

Margaret Olivia Sage (MOS) Grants

Russell Sage Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $750,000

About the Russell Sage Foundation

One of the oldest American foundations, the Russell Sage Foundation, was established by Mrs. Margaret Olivia Sage in 1907 for “the improvement of social and living conditions in the United States.” In its early years, the foundation undertook major projects in low-income housing, urban planning, social work, and labor reform. The foundation now dedicates itself to strengthening the methods, data, and theories of the social sciences to diagnose social problems and improve social policies. It also funds researchers at other institutions and supports programs intended to develop new generations of social scientists.

Margaret Olivia Sage (MOS) Grants

The Russell Sage Foundation (RSF) is launching a new competition, the Margaret Olivia Sage (MOS) Grants, to support research by multi- or inter-disciplinary teams on social, economic, and political challenges with generational consequences for social and living conditions in the United States. Such challenges are typically national in scope, involve both systemic and individual factors, and the questions they raise are as urgent for policymakers and communities as they are for researchers.

Humanities & Social Science Governance & Democracy Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Mensa Foundation: Excellence in Research

Mensa Education And Research Foundation
Private
Countries
US $500

About

Founded in 1971, the Mensa Foundation was established by members of American Mensa to extend the organization’s impact. While connected by a shared purpose, the Foundation operates independently, guided by its own Board of Trustees, strategic plan, and initiatives.

Awards

Excellence in Research

The Mensa Foundation’s Awards for Excellence in Research recognize researchers who are building new knowledge in intelligence.

Presented annually, these awards honor exceptional work published in peer-reviewed journals or presented at professional conferences.

Details

A prestigious recognition in the field, the Awards for Excellence in Research celebrate innovative contributions that redefine how intelligence, giftedness, and related fields are studied and applied.

Award Components

    Criteria for Entry

    Neuroscience

    K-12 Backpack Feeding Program Mini-Grants

    Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation
    Corporate
    United States
    US $1,000

    Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation

    The Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation goes beyond food aid to create lasting change. Through innovative programs, strategic partnerships and volunteer action, Stop Hunger tackles the root causes of food insecurity.

    In 2025, Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation and the Hunger Center awarded grants to 131 programs representing 118 communities in 37 states plus the District of Columbia. Collectively, these programs provided an estimated 22,000 backpacks full of shelf-stable food items for students to take home for the weekend or holidays when school meals are not served.

    Since 2006, the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation has been a driving force behind weekend and holiday hunger relief for students across the U.S. Through support of food backpack programs, the Foundation partners with local food banks and schools to discreetly provide K-12 students with backpacks filled with nutritious, shelf-stable meals. These backpacks are distributed in safe, familiar settings – typically on the last school day before a weekend or school break – ensuring that all children who rely on free or reduced-price school meals don’t go hungry when school is out.

    K-12 Backpack Grant

    The K-12 Backpack Grant is an initiative launched by the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation and administered in partnership with the Congressional Hunger Center to support community backpack programs. Grants of $1,000 will be issued to community organizations with established backpack feeding programs that provide students with shelf-stable, nutritious meals when school is out of session.

    Food Delivery & Distribution Services Food Access & Hunger Food Security

    BJA FY 2026 Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Act Program

    US DOJ: OJP Bureau of Justice Assistance
    Federal Government
    American Samoa, Guam +4 more
    Up to US $645,000
    The BJA FY 2026 Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Act Program aims to assist state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting civil rights offenses that resulted in death before December 31, 1979. This funding opportunity is part of the DOJ's broader commitment to enhance public safety, protect civil rights, and ensure justice for victims of violent crime. Applications are due on November 20, 2026.
    Social Justice / Human Rights Crime & Justice Community / Public Safety +2 more

    F26AS00023 FY2026 Prescott Marine Mammal Rescue and Response Grant Program

    US Department of the Interior: Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
    Federal Government
    American Samoa, Guam +4 more
    Up to US $150,000
    The F26AS00023 FY2026 Prescott Marine Mammal Rescue and Response Grant Program offers crucial financial support for marine mammal rescue efforts. This initiative aims to assist eligible participants in the recovery and treatment of stranded marine mammals, provide emergency response to stranding events, and enhance scientific research on marine mammal health. The program prioritizes applications that effectively address species-specific needs and bolster the capacity of stranding networks, ensuring the welfare of marine wildlife under the management of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
    Marine / Ocean Conservation Wildlife Health

    Early to Definitive Clinical Trials (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Required)

    US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
    Federal Government
    American Samoa, Guam +4 more
    Unspecified amount
    The NIH is set to release a Notice of Funding Opportunity for early to definitive clinical trials across various biomedical fields. This initiative focuses on trials evaluating drugs, devices, and interventions that align with NIH's mission. Utilizing the R61/R33 funding mechanism, projects can span up to 7 years, supporting both planning and trial phases. Interested investigators are encouraged to prepare collaborative proposals, although applications are not currently being solicited.
    Health & Medicine Health Care Access & Delivery

    Greenawalt Foundation Skilled Trades Program Grant

    Greenawalt Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Greenawalt Foundation

    Building Stronger Communities

    At The Greenawalt Foundation, we believe that opportunity is the foundation of prosperity. By supporting organizations that educate, train, and empower people in the trades, we’re helping to build a stronger, more sustainable future for all.

    Skilled Trades Grant Opportunities

    The Greenawalt Foundation advances opportunities in the skilled trades through funding for accredited pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs, workforce training initiatives, and youth career exploration experiences. These programs promote technical readiness and connect STEM education to modern trades careers, building a stronger, more sustainable workforce. Foundation support focuses on expanding access and creating equitable pathways to prosperity for individuals pursuing skilled trades careers. Through these efforts, the Foundation helps develop the next generation of skilled professionals who will shape the future of our communities.

    Eligible Grant Categories

    • Skilled Trades Training Support
    • Pre-Apprenticeship or Apprenticeship Programs
    • Youth Career Exploration Camps
    Vocational & Trade Education Apprenticeship & Internship Programs Youth Development & Leadership +1 more

    Mesara Family Foundation Grant

    Mesara Family Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    About

    Originally conceived by Dr Bruce Mesara in 1990 as a means to carry on his philanthropic efforts beyond his lifetime, the Mesara Family Foundation was re-envisioned by his two children Amy and Douglas in 2014, and received their 501(c)(3) status from the IRS in 2015. Amy and Douglas sought out the assistance of their cousins to build upon the charitable principals on their parents, aunts and uncles.

    The foundation is headquartered in Kalamazoo Michigan.

    Mission

    The mission of the Mesara Family Foundation is to honor the philanthropic principles of the Mesara and Pauch families by supporting carefully selected organizations that share similar values. Our focus is to provide support toward education, conservation and other causes of special family interest where our funding will make a genuine difference.

    Education Environmental Conservation

    Grants for Museums in Tennessee Highlights

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    Read more about each grant below or start your 14-day free trial to see all grants for museums in Tennessee recommended for your specific programs.

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

    Grant Insights : Grants for Museums in Tennessee

    Grant Availability

    How common are grants in this category?

    Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.

    200+ Grants for Museums in Tennessee grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

    39 Grants for Museums in Tennessee over $25K in average grant size

    28 Grants for Museums in Tennessee over $50K in average grant size

    22 Grants for Museums in Tennessee supporting general operating expenses

    100+ Grants for Museums in Tennessee supporting programs / projects

    2,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Human & Social Services

    3,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Education

    Grant Deadline Distribution

    Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for grants for Museums in Tennessee?

    Most grants are due in the first quarter.

    Q1
    31.8%
    Q2
    22.5%
    Q3
    26.1%
    Q4
    19.6%

    Typical Funding Amounts

    What's the typical grant amount funded for Grants for Museums in Tennessee?

    Grants are most commonly $12,250.

    $500 $500 Min.
    $12,250 $12.3 K Median
    $74,557 $74.6 K Average
    $2,300,000 $2.3 M Max.

    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 Grants for Museums in Tennessee 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 Grants for Museums in Tennessee 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 Grants for Museums in Tennessee 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