Mount Rest Fund
The Mount Rest Fund supports Knox County, TN projects improving education, health, and preventing adverse childhood experiences for women, children, and youth.
Funder: East Tennessee Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project; typical grant term is 2 years
Summary: Supports projects that benefit women, children, and youth in Knox County, TN, focusing on education, health, and prevention of adverse childhood experiences.
Key Information: Next grant cycle details available by January 31, 2027; no grants awarded in 2026.
Description
The Mount Rest Fund, administered by the East Tennessee Foundation, is dedicated to supporting projects that specifically benefit women, children, and youth in Knox County, Tennessee. The fund honors a legacy of community care and focuses on initiatives that advance early childhood education, address drivers of health, and prevent or mitigate Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Funding is intended for organizations whose work directly improves the welfare and opportunities of these populations within the county.
