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Est.

1993

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Knoxville CBID Management Corporation, doing business as Downtown Knoxville Alliance, is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking with a total of $80K distributed among 11 grantees in 2025. This funder 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

DEVELOPMENT OF THE DOWNTOWN AREA OF KNOXVILLE
Total Funding Given
$80K
2025
Grantees funded
11
Multi-year grantees
82%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
C
Chip Barry
Board Member
N
Natalea Cummings
Board Member
B
Blaine Wedekind
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE?
No. KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE give?
KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE 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 KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE make each year?
In 2025, KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $80 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE fund recently?
In 2025, KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include DOGWOOD ARTS INC, NOURISH KNOXVILLE INC, and INNOVATION VALLEY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE?
KNOXVILLE CBID MANAGEMENT CORPORATION DBA DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.