FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION
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The FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily in Tennessee, having paid out a total of $7.9 million in grants in 2025. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ADMINISTER PROGRAMS THAT ADDRESS CRUCIAL SOCIAL ISSUES IN NORTHEAST TENNESSEE, INCLUDING FOOD INSECURITY AND SUBSTANDARD HOUSING IN OLDER LOW-INCOME ADULTS, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, AND CHILDHOOD LITERACY.
Cause Areas
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Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Ballad Health
$7.6M
64%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION?
No. FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION give?
FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION 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 FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $2.4 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $7.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include Ballad Health. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION?
FIRST TENNESSEE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.