The City of Knoxville is now accepting applications for Community Agency Grants.
Donor Name: City of Knoxville
State: Tennessee
City: Knoxville
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 02/21/2025
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Community Agency Grants support non-profit organizations that help the City meet its goals and priorities in two categories: Arts & Culture and Community and Social Services.
Goals & Priorities
- Public Safety
- Public Safety is a critical and primary function of City government. People deserve to be and feel safe in Knoxville. Non-profit partners play a key role in proactive prevention and effective, innovative response to crises facing local residents.
- Healthy & Connected Neighborhoods
- The City invests in Healthy & Connected Neighborhoods to create a sense of place within the community. It support diverse and affordable housing options and projects that bring energy and life into neighborhoods. Non-profits bring people together to find connection and celebrate the rich culture, history, and art.
- Clean & Resilient Future
- The City focuses on securing a Clean and Resilient Future for Knoxville. It is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions for both City operations and the community as a whole. Non-profits have a role in building a sustainable future. Small, everyday actions add up to help make Knoxville a greener, healthier community.
- Thriving Businesses & Good Jobs
- A healthy economy supports a healthy community, and vice versa. The City strives to be a model employer and to support thriving businesses and good jobs for residents. Nonprofits advance education and workforce development, connect families with opportunities to thrive and help make sure Knoxville remains a great place to work, to invest, to visit, and to raise a family.
Eligibility Criteria
Any non-profit organization may apply for a grant if it operates within the City of Knoxville has been in operation for at least five years and is registered as a charitable organization with the Tennessee Secretary of State or has a current exemption.
For more information, visit City of Knoxville.
