We are now recruiting volunteers to review grant applications and make funding recommendations. Apply online using the form at: https://form.jotform.com/240444141711141 or call: 615-383-9442
Want to learn more about being a small grant reviewer for our program? Watch a brief video by grantee Amy Harris at: https://youtu.be/s71VkeQhzoM?si=MCJMZFjH5TtbiLLw
Deadline to apply is: May 31st, 2024
“The lifting power of many wings can achieve twice the distance of flying alone.”
The Coalition's Board of Directors offers biannual small grant awards of up to $10,000.00 per grant. In keeping with the mission of the Coalition, the grant awards must BUILD CAPACITY in the disability community and include a sustainability plan.
What is Capacity Building?
Definition of capacity building adopted by the Board of Directors in June 2018:
CAPACITY BUILDING is not just about the capacity of a nonprofit today -- it's about the future. Distinct capacity building projects such as identifying a communications strategy, improving volunteer recruitment, developing a leadership succession plan, identifying more efficient uses of technology, and engaging in collaborations with community partners -- all build the capacity of a charitable nonprofit to effectively deliver its mission in the future. When capacity building is successful, it strengthens a nonprofit’s ability to fulfill its mission over time and enhances the nonprofit’s ability to have a positive impact on lives and communities.
~ National Council of Nonprofits
Who can apply?
- Projects/organizations in the State of Tennessee, that are IRS - designated tax-exempt organizations - 501(c)(3) and government entities
- As part of the annual budget, the project/organization's unrestricted funds must be less than $2 million
- Projects/organizations that are ready to build capacity and expand inclusion within the disability community
Please note that effective March 2021, prior Grant Recipients cannot re-apply for two years (four grant cycles), with the exception of topic-specific grant cycles.
The small grants program does NOT fund:
- Individual or family grants
- Membership fees
- Conferences
- Fundraisers
- Replacement of lost funding
- Reimbursement for purchases previously made
- General operating cost
- Political Activities
- Social events
Example of funded proposals:
- To add technology for outreach, communication, managing finances, data storage, and optimizing operations
- Create a resource library of videos/podcasts
- Develop a formal volunteer program
- Purchasing equipment (i.e., hearing assistive technology, computers) that can be used by many individuals and over time
- Assist in the funding of a new chapter of the organization
If you would like to be added to the Small Grants email award notification list please use this link to register your email address: https://form.jotform.com/232266260440044
For more information, contact:
Carrie Carlson | smallgrants@tndisability.org