JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE
AI Summary
JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Tennessee. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
JOBS FOR TENNESSEE GRADUATE'S MISSION IS TO IDENTIFY STUDENTS WHO FACE BARRIERS TO GRADUATION, GUIDING EACH ONE TOWARD POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION, A MEANINGFUL CAREER, AND PRODUCTIVE ADULTHOOD. JTG SPECIALISTS TEACH THE JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES (JAG) MODEL DURING A STUDENT'S SENIOR YEAR, THEN ADD A 12-MONTH FOLLOW UP TO ENSURE SUCCESS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL. AMONG THE SKILLS OBTAINED FOR COLLEGE/WORKFORCE: LEADERSHIP ; JOB INTERVIEW SKILLS/RESUME WRITING; FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY; DRESS ETIQUETTE; COMMUNITY SERVICEJTG'S PURPOSE IT TO IMPROVE YOUNG LIVES FOREVER.
Cause Areas
5
Education
Secondary education
Community service
Human rights
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CHATTANOOGA GIRLS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
CHATTANOOGA, TN
$239.8K
8%
IVY ACADEMY INC
Soddy Daisy, TN
$195.2K
6%
TREZEVANT EPISCOPAL HOME
Memphis, TN
$53.3K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
31
Median 1st year grant
$45.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$30.4K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE?
No. JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE give?
JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee, Florida, and Michigan. 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 JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $45 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE make each year?
In 2025, JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE fund recently?
In 2025, JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include CHATTANOOGA GIRLS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, IVY ACADEMY INC, and TREZEVANT EPISCOPAL HOME. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE?
JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES TENNESSEE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.