The General Community Grants
Grant portal opens: June 15, 2022
The General Community Grants Frequently Asked Questions
Is my organization eligible? Organizations must meet the following criteria:
- Currently registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization as designated by the IRS in good standing
- Office located and programs offered in the city of Nashville, TN
- Grants may not be made to organizations that discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, or disability status
What information do I need to fill out an application?
- Organization Federal tax ID number/EIN
- Description of organization and programming
- Number of individuals served
- Racial/Ethnic breakdown of participants and staff
- Breakdown of participants who are economically disadvantaged
- Name(s) and levels of involvement of any employees
May I discuss my organization’s ideas for a grant prior to my application?
Will I know when my application has been received or if it is funded?
- Yes. The person whose contact information is listed on the grant application will receive a confirmation email upon receipt. That same person will receive an email regarding the status of the application.