Grants and free programs for 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Tennessee

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Publix Super Markets Charities Grants and Donations

Publix Super Markets CharitiesFor nonprofits and local governments and tribesOnly in 8 states: FL, GA, AL, NC, SC, TN, VA, KY

Publix Super Markets Charities funds nonprofits and schools in Publix's eight Southeastern states, focused on hunger, homelessness, youth, education and communities. Organizations register on the Publix Charitable Donations site and submit requests online; hunger-relief requests are due March 1 to April 30 and housing and shelter requests July 1 to August 31, while other nonprofit and sponsorship requests are taken year-round.

What you get: Not stated
Who qualifies: Organization must operate and/or serve clients in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia or Kentucky
Fully registered nonprofit (listed in the IRS database); donations to schools are made directly to the school (PTAs, PTSAs and booster clubs cannot register)
Priorities: alleviating hunger, reducing homelessness, encouraging youth, supporting education and improving communities
Publix Charities does not donate to benefit an individual
How to apply: Register the organization on the Publix Charitable Donations site (an employee or board member must register the organization; volunteers register separately)
Log in with the password emailed to you and submit your request for support
Submit hunger-relief requests March 1 to April 30 and housing and shelter requests July 1 to August 31; other requests may be submitted any time
Watch for an email decision; approved checks are mailed to the address on file

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Program page checked on October 16, 2026. The amount or dates aren't published, so confirm them on the program page.

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Nike Community Impact Fund (U.S. cities)

NikeFor nonprofits and local governments and tribesLocal programs in 6 states: GA, MA, TN, OR, WA, MO

The Nike Community Impact Fund gives grants to local nonprofits and schools that make play and sport possible for youth in Nike's employee communities. In the U.S., applications open in January 2027 for Atlanta, Boston, Mid-South/Memphis, Portland/Pacific Northwest and St. Louis, through partner foundations. Nike employee committees review applications, and organizations are notified by the end of May.

What you get: Not stated
Who qualifies: Local nonprofit organizations and schools driving change in youth sport and play
Must be in an NCIF-supported community: Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Mid-South/Memphis, TN; Portland, OR/Pacific Northwest; or St. Louis, MO
How to apply: In January 2027, apply through the partner foundation for your city: Charities Aid Foundation of America (Atlanta, Boston, Memphis, St. Louis) or Oregon Community Foundation (Portland/Pacific Northwest)
A committee of local Nike employees reviews applications; organizations are notified and grants paid by the end of May

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Program page checked on October 16, 2026. The amount or dates aren't published, so confirm them on the program page.

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