Established in 1991, this fund fosters the natural beauty of Knox County, TN and conserves for the general public certain areas of land in a natural state as a scenic area, sanctuary for plants, trees, animals, birds and other wildlife, and a protected watershed.
The next grant cycle will launch in 2024.
Grants were awarded in September 2022 for two-year terms and were up to $5,000.
General Eligibility and Funding Criteria
Additional eligibility criteria specific to the Wildlife Preservation Fund:
Please direct your questions to:
Ashley Siferd Butler, Director of Competitive Grants, or
Rachel Schott, Program Officer
East Tennessee Foundation
520 W. Summit Hill Drive, Suite 1101
Knoxville, TN 37902
Telephone: (865) 524-1223 or (877) 524-1223