These foundations have a track record of funding arts & culture work in Tennessee, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Free outdoor music festivalsLive music and performanceArts access+4 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; organizations without 501(c)(3) status may apply with a fiscal sponsor. The festival must take place outdoors in a public space, be free to the public without reserved tickets, required donations, pre-registration, pay-what-you-can entry, or required RSVPs, have a theme or programmatic focus, include live music and performance as a significant component, feature professional musicians who are compensated, and run for at least four hours on one day, multiple consecutive days, or two consecutive weekends. Seasonal and long-running events, as well as standalone performances and concert series, are ineligible.
Arts & CultureEducation & LeadershipEnvironmental Sustainability+2 more
Who can apply: Eligible organizations serving the listed Tennessee communities. Foundation grants are not provided to individuals, trips and tours, solely religious/social/fraternal organizations, charities that redistribute funds to other charitable organizations (except recognized united-fund type organizations), K-12 schools, political organizations or those primarily influencing legislation or promoting a particular ideological point of view, or operating budget deficits.
EducationArts and CultureOutreach / Community Programs+5 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations. Foundation prefers project-specific requests with defined, measurable outcomes; generally does not fund general operating support or fundraising campaigns. While historically focused in Indiana and Florida, requests from around the country are considered.
Arts & CultureEducation & LeadershipEnvironmental Sustainability+2 more
Who can apply: Eligible organizations in the listed Tennessee service areas. The foundation does not provide grants to individuals, trips and tours, solely religious/social/fraternal organizations, charities that redistribute funds to other charitable organizations (except recognized united-fund type organizations), K-12 schools, political organizations or those primarily influencing legislation or promoting a particular ideological point of view, or operating budget deficits.
Who can apply: Organizations must implement a community reading program using a book from the NEA Big Read Library. Projects must include required book discussions and community events, partnerships with community organizations, and a 1:1 local match.
Textile artTextile craftContemporary interpretations of Iranian art and culture+2 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be artists of Iranian heritage who are U.S. citizens. Organizations are welcome to apply for special exhibitions or productions. Textile-based art and craft are required, with multimedia work accepted; subject matter and themes are open.
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