[East Tennessee Foundation](https://easttennesseefoundation.org)

February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Typical grants range from $5,000–$15,000 for one-year terms (based on recent ETF cycles)

Supports programs that enhance the wellbeing, culture, and development of Carter County, Tennessee and its residents.

Applicants must have a local presence in Carter County and direct benefit to county residents.

--- ## Description The Elizabethton/Carter County Community Foundation, a fund of the East Tennessee Foundation, is dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of Carter County and its residents. The fund focuses on initiatives that preserve the area’s history, culture, and landscape, and seeks to enhance health and welfare, educational and cultural opportunities, community and economic development, historic preservation, environmental enhancement, and nonprofit organizational capacity. Funding is intended to create opportunities for community engagement and improvement, with an emphasis on projects that make a significant contribution to Carter County and utilize its unique assets. --- ## Due Dates - February 2027 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards are expected to range from **$5,000 to $15,000** for a one-year term, based on recent East Tennessee Foundation community fund cycles. - Actual award amounts and availability may vary; confirm with the funder during the application cycle. --- ## Eligibility - Applicant organizations **must have a local presence in Carter County, Tennessee**. - Projects must **directly serve people who live in Carter County**. - Organizations should demonstrate **Carter County citizen involvement** (volunteers, staff, or board members). - **Salary or administrative support requested must not exceed 10%** of the total funding requested. - Eligible applicants include: - 501(c)(3) public charities - Units of government - Public educational institutions - New or emerging groups may apply with a fiscal sponsor - Organizations must operate without discrimination and provide required documentation (EIN, financials, board/staff lists). - Grants are **not** made to individuals, for debt retirement, endowment, general fundraising, or capital campaigns. Projects with explicit religious content or participation restrictions based on faith are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [East Tennessee Foundation's online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=easttennesseefoundation). - New users must register an account; returning users may log in with existing credentials. - Review the [ETF Grant Application Guide (PDF)](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ETF-Grant-Application-Guide.pdf) for step-by-step instructions. - Prepare required documents: project and organizational budgets, financial statements, board and key staff lists. - Ensure compliance with all eligibility and documentation requirements before submission. - Contact the Grantmaking Team with questions or for technical assistance. --- ## Additional Information - The fund will not offer a competitive grant cycle in 2026; the next anticipated opportunity is projected for February 2027. - Areas of focus include health, welfare, education, cultural opportunities, economic development, historic preservation, environmental enhancement, and nonprofit capacity building. - Applicants are strongly encouraged to review both the [general eligibility criteria](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/general-eligibility-and-funding-criteria/) and any Carter County-specific requirements. --- ## External Links - [Program Page – Elizabethton/Carter County Community Foundation](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/grants/elizabethton-carter-county-community-foundation) - [East Tennessee Foundation Grants – Main Page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/) - [ETF Grant Application Guide (PDF)](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ETF-Grant-Application-Guide.pdf) - [Online Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=easttennesseefoundation) - [General Eligibility and Funding Criteria](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/general-eligibility-and-funding-criteria/) --- ## Contact Information | Name / Role | Email | Phone | |--------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------| | Grantmaking Team (general inquiries) | [grantmaking@etf.org](mailto:grantmaking@etf.org) | (865) 524-1223 x144 / (877) 524-1223 x144 | | Ashley Siferd Butler, Director of Competitive Grants | See [team page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/about-us/team-members/) | | | Brooke Anguiano, Assistant Director of Grantmaking & Operations | See [team page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/about-us/team-members/) | | For more details or individual staff contacts, visit the [ETF Team Members page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/about-us/team-members/).

Elizabethton/Carter County Community Foundation

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