Grant to Support Children and Youth Development & Education in Tennessee (USA)
GrantID: 69902
Grant Funding Amount Low: $15,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $30,000
Summary
This grant opportunity is for nonprofit organizations and government entities serving youth. Its aim is to help children and young people thrive—supporting academic success, social‑emotional development, well‑being both inside and outside school, and creating environments that help young people build resilience over time.
Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) public charities or government bodies. Projects should align with priorities like integrating academic support with social‑emotional learning; offering engaging out‑of‑school or aftercare programs; strengthening ties among schools, families, and youth organizations; and supporting holistic growth and development for youth.
Grant funds are unrestricted operating support—meaning awardees may use them for general mission‑aligned costs, not only narrowly‑defined program expenses. The funding is intended for one‑year terms. The amount organizations may request depends on how large their organization’s operating budget is, with larger budgets qualifying for larger maximum requests. Small budget nonprofits may ask for smaller amounts, mid‑sized ones more, and those with higher budgets yet more (up to a ceiling).
Applicants must have a current organizational profile in the fund’s required system by a given deadline to be eligible. The application window opens in mid‑year (summer), with review in the following months and grant awards announced in the late fall. Once awarded, the funds are expected to be used within the grant year, and recipients will be asked to report on how they used the money and what outcomes or changes resulted.
Those working in Community Development & Services and located in Tennessee may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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