THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC
AI Summary
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within Tennessee, having awarded a total of $107.1 million to 2,953 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO BE A LEADER, CATALYST, AND RESOURCE FOR PHILANTHROPY FOR THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE COMMUNITY.
Cause Areas
2
Philanthropy
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Nashville Symphony Association
$34.1M
5%
THE NASHVILLE CATALYST FUND
$19.5M
3%
Vanderbilt University
$18.6M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
2.5K
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$11.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC?
No. THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC give?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee, Florida, and California. 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 THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC make each year?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC awarded about 2,450 grants, totaling nearly $107.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC awarded grants to about 2,950 grantees. Recent grantees include Nashville Symphony Association, THE NASHVILLE CATALYST FUND, and Vanderbilt University. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.