Literacy Endowment for East Tennessee
The Literacy Endowment for East Tennessee funds projects that improve literacy and educational opportunities for residents across the region’s 25 counties.
Funder: East Tennessee Foundation
Due Dates: May 29, 2026 (Full application deadline, closes 5:00 p.m. Eastern)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,500 per award; one-year grant term (Aug 1, 2026–July 31, 2027)
Summary: Supports projects that promote and enhance literacy for residents in the East Tennessee region.
Description
The Literacy Endowment for East Tennessee provides funding for projects and initiatives that promote and enhance literacy in the East Tennessee region. Established in 2003, this fund is dedicated to improving literacy outcomes by supporting organizations addressing literacy challenges and advancing educational opportunities for residents across ETF’s 25-county service area.
