Thompson Charitable Foundation Fund
The Thompson Charitable Foundation Fund supports projects improving community development, education, health, and quality of life in four Tennessee counties through research-driven, impactful initiatives.
Funder: East Tennessee Foundation
Due Dates: May 22, 2026 (Full application deadline; closes at 5:00 p.m. Eastern)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per award; one-year grant term (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027)
Summary: Supports projects that improve community well-being in Anderson, Blount, Knox, and Scott counties in Tennessee, focusing on development, education, health, and quality of life.
Description
The Thompson Charitable Foundation Fund, administered by the East Tennessee Foundation, provides grants to nonprofit organizations for projects that directly benefit residents of Anderson, Blount, Knox, and Scott counties in Tennessee. The fund prioritizes initiatives in community and economic development, education and workforce development, health and human services, and overall quality of life improvements. The goal is to create positive, lasting impact for communities within the targeted counties.
