BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN
AI Summary
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to fostering mentorship opportunities in Middle Tennessee. In 2025, the organization awarded a total of $507.4K across four grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model that operates by invitation only. Notably, BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS does not accept unsolicited proposals; nonprofits interested in collaboration can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS' MISSION IS TO CREATE AND SUPPORT ONE-TO-ONE MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS THAT IGNITE THE POWER AND PROMISE OF YOUTH.
Cause Areas
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Adult and child mentoring
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF EAST TENNESSEE INC
Knoxville, TN
$1.4M
23%
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA
Chattanooga, TN
$864K
14%
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mid-South Inc
Memphis, TN
$689.2K
11%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$37.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$37.7K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN?
No. BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN give?
BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN 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 BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $37 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN make each year?
In 2025, BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $507 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN fund recently?
In 2025, BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF EAST TENNESSEE INC, BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mid-South Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN?
BIG BROTHERSBIG SISTERS OF MIDDLE TN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.