Economic Development Fund for East Tennessee

General Description

Established in 1982, this fund supports charitable and educational programs aimed at fostering regional economic development.

Application Process

The Economic Development Fund for East Tennessee will award grants in 2028.

Information about the next grant cycle will be available by January 31, 2028.

Grant Amounts and Terms

Organizations can apply for amounts up to $5,000.

Grants were awarded for one-year terms in August 2026. The grant term is August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027.

Who May Apply

Click here for General Eligibility and Funding Criteria.
Additional eligibility criteria specific to the Economic Development Fund for East Tennessee:
- Organizations must be located in and serve constituents in ETF’s 25-county service area.

How to Apply

Additional Information

Please direct your questions to a member of East Tennessee Foundation’s Grantmaking Team:
Ashley Siferd Butler, Director of Competitive Grants
Brooke Anguiano, Assistant Director of Grantmaking & Operations
Email: gr*********@*tf.org
Telephone: (865) 524-1223 ext. 144 or toll-free (877) 524-1223 ext. 144