Tennessee Community Development Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can access funding via US Bancorp Foundation. Organizations serving designated U.S. Bank communities and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion may be competitive, including those whose robotics-related programs support workforce readiness, youth development, or community spaces.
US Bancorp Foundation
Youth Development Grants for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Tennessee working on youth health, education, development, or welfare can apply for the DanPaul Foundation’s grants, with awards up to US $15,000. Programs in areas like early childhood development, youth enrichment, science education, or related robotics and STEM activities that engage and support young people may be eligible.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Robotics
Early-stage, impact-focused nonprofits and mission-driven startups working on scalable social or environmental solutions in Tennessee, including robotics applications, can receive up to US $300,000 over three years for growth and capacity. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help organizations serving underserved communities with proven pilots expand their reach in priority regions worldwide.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
SkillPointe Foundation Manufacturing Training Grants in Tennessee
Students pursuing high-demand skilled trades or advanced manufacturing programs in Tennessee can access funding through SkillPointe Foundation to support vocational and technical education. Eligible applicants must be enrolled in or accepted to a post-secondary institution, with awards ranging from US $2,000 - US $5,000 that may benefit those focused on robotics-related manufacturing fields.
SkillPointe Foundation
Tech-Enabled Education Funding from Cisco Systems
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for education, crisis response, or economic empowerment in Tennessee and worldwide can seek up to US $100,000 to tackle critical social challenges. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions, so robotics and STEM initiatives serving predominantly economically underserved communities may be eligible.
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 seek Good Neighbor Citizenship funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Organizations with robotics or STEM-related programs may be eligible if they advance K–12 STEM, academic performance, college and career pathways, or community safety and development priorities supported by State Farm Companies Foundation.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation STEAM Grants in Tennessee
Tennessee nonprofits running substantial arts, culture, or STEAM programs for U.S. audiences can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for program, capital, or limited general support, often above US $100,000. Organizations using robotics within broader STEM or arts education initiatives, especially for K–12 youth or talent development, may be competitive if they meet the foundation’s size and impact criteria.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Tennessee Education Funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Nonprofit and charitable-equivalent organizations in Tennessee working in health, education, or community services can seek support for programs such as STEM education, food pantries, and healthcare access. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides funding that may benefit robotics-related STEM initiatives serving local communities in the U.S.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Education Grants in Tennessee
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations in Tennessee working on education or children’s health can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants of more than US $50,000 to support or scale projects. Programs must serve children or youth from urban low-income communities and operate within the U.S., India, or South Africa focus areas.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Early Education and Community Grants from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee communities where PNC operates can seek PNC Foundation grants for early childhood education and community economic development programs. Funding supports birth-to-five learning (including STEM/STEAM), educator development, family engagement, affordable housing, small business support, arts and culture, and services for low- and moderate-income residents, which may benefit robotics-related education initiatives.
PNC Foundation
STEM and Community Grants for Charities from Roche
Focused on STEM education and community development, accredited charities in Tennessee can apply for Roche funding to support humanitarian, educational, environmental, or arts and culture projects. Organizations with robotics or broader STEM/STEAM programming for youth or communities may be eligible when projects are innovative, sustainable, and allow active collaboration with Roche affiliates and employees.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, and disaster relief in Tennessee and worldwide can apply for Semnani Family Foundation support. The foundation funds programs serving marginalized and vulnerable communities, including healthcare access, child and women’s health, food and shelter, and other human and social services, which may benefit robotics initiatives that advance these goals.
Semnani Family Foundation
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or inclusion may be eligible for sponsorship support. Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides regional U.S. sponsorships that can benefit robotics-related initiatives when they advance economic mobility, education, or community vitality in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Tennessee Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working on poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, or human and social services in Tennessee and other eligible countries can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000. With a mission to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant, it currently funds smaller, non-sectarian organizations with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000.
Gupta Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits seeking to tell impactful stories about preservation, education, or wellness work in Tennessee can apply for the Storytelling Grant, with awards of more than US $50,000. Focused on impact-driven storytelling, the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation may support robotics-related programs that fit these pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Tennessee Community Support Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Tennessee 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern region can access funding for programs in education, youth and family services, poverty relief, health, disaster relief, animal welfare, conservation, and spiritual endeavors. The Robinson Foundation supports single-year, non-capital projects from fiscally responsible nonprofits active for more than three years, which may include robotics-related initiatives that fit these priorities.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in Tennessee
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Tennessee 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services programs or fundraising events can apply for grants or event sponsorships; funding may benefit robotics initiatives that engage local communities. With a mission to help communities where employees live and work, Insperity provides eligible charities with philanthropic grants and event sponsorships once per year.
Insperity
Tennessee Community Programs Funding via Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities in Tennessee communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation grants supporting education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment. Robotics programs that advance these priorities and serve eligible GP communities may be competitive for funding.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting basic needs, at-risk youth education, workforce readiness, or domestic violence services in Tennessee may be eligible for program funding if located within 15 miles of a TJX site. The TJX Foundation invites aligned nonprofits, including those with robotics-related enrichment for youth, to complete an eligibility questionnaire before submitting a letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Tennessee Robotics Funding via John Deere Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Robotics teams affiliated with schools or 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Tennessee can seek funding to participate in the FIRST Robotics Competition, especially those serving underserved, underrepresented, or rural students. With a mission to expand STEM access, John Deere Foundation provides support to teams near its Inspire communities or with committed John Deere employee mentors.
John Deere Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Tennessee Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Tennessee nonprofits with grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000 for museums, cultural and performing arts, education, health facilities, environmental and wildlife protection, and community services. IRS-qualified organizations running robotics-related education or skills-training programs that fit these categories may be eligible to apply.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs may be eligible for Ameriprise Financial grants. Focus areas include hunger relief, shelters and supportive housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, community development, and cultural enrichment, which could support robotics-related initiatives that advance economic stability or community engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Tennessee Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Tennessee can seek funding for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, environmental, or community programs through the Dr Scholl Foundation, with awards of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Robotics initiatives that fit these categories may be eligible if they align with the foundation’s broad program areas.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Tennessee Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving community quality of life in Tennessee can seek project, operating, or capital support for economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S. community-focused nonprofits, including those whose robotics or STEM programs advance workforce readiness and economic mobility where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Tennessee STEM and Workforce Funding via Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Tennessee 501(c)(3) public charities with programs in safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $30,000 for direct services and capacity building. Robotics and STEM initiatives that build job skills or youth development in Union Pacific–served communities may be eligible.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Tennessee nonprofits and 501(c)(3) equivalents running youth, community, food security, or environmental programs can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants ranging from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Robotics organizations that incorporate education, leadership development, or community impact for underserved youth may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc