ARTSBUILD

CHATTANOOGA, TN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
23-7005188
Regional Funder
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CHATTANOOGA, TN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
23-7005188
Regional Funder

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Est.

1968

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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ARTSBUILD is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Tennessee, having disbursed a total of $977K across 35 grantees in the 2024 filing year. This organization operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with ARTSBUILD can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO GALVANIZE BROAD PARTICIPATION IN AND WIDESPREAD SUPPORT OF THE ARTS.
Total Funding Given

$977K

2024
Grantees funded
35
Multi-year grantees
77%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

27

Median 1st year grant
$9.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$12K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
J
James McKissic
Board Member
E
Edna Varner
Board Member
M
Miles Huff
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ARTSBUILD?
No. ARTSBUILD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ARTSBUILD give?
ARTSBUILD primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are ARTSBUILD’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ARTSBUILD fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,300. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ARTSBUILD make each year?
In 2024, ARTSBUILD awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $977 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ARTSBUILD fund recently?
In 2024, ARTSBUILD awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include Hunter Museum of American Art, CHATTANOOGA SYMPHONY & OPERA ASSOCIATION, and CHATTANOOGA THEATRE CENTRE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ARTSBUILD?
ARTSBUILD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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