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

April 28, 2026 (application closes)

Up to $6,500 per award; one-year grant term (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027)

Supports innovative projects improving quality of life, health, education, and community development for Johnson County, Tennessee residents.

20% match required; salary/admin support capped at 30% of request; local presence in Johnson County required.

--- ## Description The Johnson County Community Foundation, a community fund of the East Tennessee Foundation, provides funding for programs and projects that build community goodwill, address local challenges, and enhance the quality of life for Johnson County residents. The Foundation prioritizes innovative initiatives that contribute to health and welfare, directly benefit families, women, and children, expand educational and cultural opportunities, support community or economic development, historic preservation, environmental enhancement, or strengthen the capacity and leadership of local nonprofits. --- ## Due Dates - Application opens: April 1, 2026 - Application closes: April 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum request: $6,500 per organization - Grant term: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027 - Grants are for one-year projects only --- ## Eligibility - Organizations must be a 501(c)(3) public charity, a unit of government, or a public educational institution. - New/emerging groups without nonprofit status may apply with a qualified fiscal sponsor. - Must have a local presence in Johnson County, directly serve Johnson County residents, and involve Johnson County citizens as volunteers, staff, or board members. - Salary or administrative support may not exceed 30% of the requested funding. - A 20% match is required (can be cash, in-kind goods/services, or a combination). - Organizations must not discriminate per the [Foundation’s Diversity and Non-Discrimination Statement](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/about-us/diversity-and-non-discrimination-statement/). - Grants to individuals, debt retirement, endowments, general fundraising campaigns, and capital campaigns are not eligible. - Projects with explicit religious content or that limit participation based on faith are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Review [General Eligibility and Funding Criteria](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/general-eligibility-and-funding-criteria/). - Applications are submitted online via the [ETF Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=easttennesseefoundation). - New users must create an account; returning users log in with existing credentials. - Required documents include: organization and project budgets, financial statements, IRS Form 990 or audit, lists of board members and key staff. - Follow the [ETF Grant Application Guide (PDF)](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ETF-Grant-Application-Guide.pdf) for step-by-step instructions. - The application cannot be edited after submission. --- ## Additional Information - Grant awards will be announced in July 2026. - Projects must be completed within the one-year grant period. - Grantees are required to submit progress and final reports through the grant portal. - For technical issues or questions about eligibility, contact the Grantmaking Team before the deadline. --- ## External Links - [Johnson County Community Foundation Program Page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/grants/johnson-county-community-foundation) - [General Eligibility and Funding Criteria](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/general-eligibility-and-funding-criteria/) - [ETF Grant Portal (Application Submission)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=easttennesseefoundation) - [ETF Grant Application Guide (PDF)](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ETF-Grant-Application-Guide.pdf) - [Apply for Grants – ETF General Info](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/apply-for-grants/) --- ## Contact Information | Name / Department | Email | Phone | |-------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------| | Grantmaking Team (general) | grantmaking@etf.org | (865) 524-1223 x144 / (877) 524-1223 x144 | | Ashley Siferd Butler, Director | [Email](mailto:ab*****@*tf.org) | | | Brooke Anguiano, Assistant Director | [Email](mailto:ba*******@*tf.org) | | | Team Members | [Contact Page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/about-us/team-members/) | |

Johnson County Community Foundation

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