Economic Development Fund of East Tennessee

From East Tennessee Foundation

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Type of Support

Overview

The grant program supports initiatives that drive economic development in East Tennessee. Specific causes aren't detailed, but the focus is on fostering regional growth. Grants are awarded for one-year terms running from August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025, with funding amounts ranging from $5,000 to $6,500.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
TN (Anderson County, Blount County, Campbell County, Carter County, Claiborne County, Cocke County, Grainger County, Greene County, Hamblen County, Hancock County, Hawkins County, Jefferson County, Johnson County, Knox County, Loudon County, McMinn County, Monroe County, Morgan County, Roane County, Scott County, Sevier County, Sullivan County, Unicoi County, Union County, Washington County)
Organization Type
Organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Units of government
Educational institutions
Organizations with a fiscal sponsor
Other
  • Must provide an Employee Identification Number (EIN)
  • Must provide legal name, address, and contact information including phone, fax, and email address
  • Must have a primary contact person and title
  • Must have a list of staff administering the project
  • Must submit most recent financial statements, audit, or IRS Form 990
  • Must submit current year operating budget
  • Must provide a list of current board of directors or equivalent governing body
  • Must operate and be organized in a non-discriminatory manner as per the Foundation's Non-Discrimination Policy Statement
  • Located in ETF’s 25-county service area in East Tennessee and serve constituents in this area

Ineligibility

Projects with explicit religious content or purposes
Debt retirement or budget deficits
Endowment funds or general fundraising campaigns
Capital improvements
Grants to individuals.
5k – 6.5k

Submission

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