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Grants paid by Nashville Predators Foundation, tax year 2023

EIN 62-1751832 · Nashville, TN · Form 990, Schedule I · NTEE T30

In tax year 2023, Nashville Predators Foundation (EIN 62-1751832) reported 70 grants paid totaling $1,316,525. Dataset version 2026.09.0, built 2026-09-03.

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Grants reported by Nashville Predators Foundation for tax year 2023
Tax yearRecipientMatchAmountTypePurposeSource filing
2023Monroe Carell Jr Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt Nashville, TNA$280,730paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Kaboom Washington, DCA$121,000paidPLAYSPACE BUILD202421369349312387
2023Nashville Predators Nashville, TNA$109,258paidNASHVILLE PREDATORS SUITE + GAME TICKETS FOR SPECIALITY GROUP SPONSORED BY PLAYER202421369349312387
2023YWCA of Nashville & Middle Tn Nashville, TNA$100,000paidAMEND TOGETHER INITIATIVE202421369349312387
2023Cafe Momentum Nashville Corporation Hermitage, TNA$54,534paidPURCHASE OF CATERING VAN AND SUPPLIES TO HELP GROW CATERING PROGRAM202421369349312387
2023Persist Nashville Inc Nashville, TNA$50,000paidTRANSITION PROGRAM (TO COLLEGE) FOR NASHVILLE AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES202421369349312387
2023Yaipak Outreach Clarksville, TNA$40,400paidPURCHASE OF WAREHOUSE EQUIPMENT (PALLET SHELVING, STAND-UP FORKLIFT TO MOVE AND MANAGE PELLETS OF ITEMS DONATED TO SUPPORT CHILDREN ENTERING FOSTER CARE); BEDS AND MATTRESSES202421369349312387
2023Wags & Walks Nashville Hermitage, TNA$30,000paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Make-a-Wish Middle Tennessee Nashville, TNA$25,605paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Mtsu Foundation Murfreesboro, TNA$15,000paidGENERAL PURPOSES - MTSU FOUNDATION GENERALS FUND202421369349312387
2023Nurture the Next Nashville, TNA$14,430paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Community Cooperative Inc Fort Myers, FLA$12,455paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Murfreesboro City Elementary School District Murfreesboro, TNU$10,758paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023My Bag My Story Brentwood, TNA$10,000paidFOSTER CHILDREN ARE ONE OF THE MOST VULNERABLE POPULATIONS IN OUR COMMUNITY, AND OFTEN THEY GROW UP WITH LITTLE DIGNITY AND LOW SELF-ESTEEM, LEADING TO DIRE SITUATIONS SUCH AS HIGHER DROP-OUT RATES, MORE LEARNING DISABILITIES, AND MORE SCHOOL EXPULSIONS. WHEN CARA FINGER'S FIRST FOSTER CHILDREN ARRIVED CARRYING THEIR FEW BELONGINGS IN TRASH BAGS AND WAS TOLD THIS WAS NORMALSHE FOUNDED MY BAG MY STORY TO PROVIDE FOSTER CHILDREN WITH THEIR OWN DURABLE, HIGH-QUALITY BAG TO STORE AND CARRY THEIR BELONGINGS AS THEY ENTERED STATE CUSTODY OR CHANGED PLACEMENTS. A $10,000 GIFT WILL HELP REACH OUR GOAL OF 1,000 BAGS.202421369349312387
2023Food for the Soul Nashville, TNA$10,000paidFOOD FOR THE SOUL'S BACKPACK PROGRAM PROVIDES STUDENTS WITH MEALS AND SNACKS EVERY WEEKEND THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR. WITHOUT THESE MEALS, THE CHILDREN ENROLLED IN OUR PROGRAM COULD GO OVER 65 HOURS WITHOUT FOOD. WE CURRENTLY HAVE FIVE SCHOOLS AND 237 STUDENTS IN MIDDLE TENNESSEE ENROLLED IN OUR PROGRAM. AT THIS TIME, FOOD FOR THE SOUL HAS 16 COMMUNITY ACHIEVES SCHOOLS ON THE WAITLIST FOR OUR BACKPACK PROGRAM. WITH THE PREDATOR FOUNDATIONS' HELP, WE CAN ADD ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS AND STUDENTS TO OUR PROGRAM AND ENSURE THAT WE ARE TAKING CARE OF FEEDING THE CHILDREN RIGHT HERE IN OUR COMMUNITY.202421369349312387
2023Scripps Howard Fund Cincinnati, OHA$10,000paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Tullahoma South Jackson Civic Association Tullahoma, TNA$10,000paidOUR OUTDOOR STAGE HAS BEEN COMPLETED AND WE HAVE HAD CONCERTS OUTSIDE WITH BANDS THAT PROVIDED THEIR OWN SOUND EQUIPMENT. HOWEVER, WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO PRODUCING PLAYS IN THE SPRING, SUMMER AND FALL AS WELL AS HOSTING OUR SUMMER CAMP FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS ON THE COURTYARD STAGE. WE ARE IN DESPERATE NEED OF A SOUND SYSTEM FOR OUTDOORS THAT WILL ACCOMMODATE THE VARIOUS NEEDS OF OUR YOUTH AND THEATER DEPARTMENTS.202421369349312387
2023The New Beginnings Center Nashville, TNA$10,000paidSTRENGTH FOR THE JOURNEY - FUND COACHES FOR PROGRAM (FITNESS & NUTRIONAL COACHING FOR WOMEN, REGARDLESS OF ABILITY TO PAY)202421369349312387
2023American Cancer Society Nashville, TNA$10,000paidTHE SUMMER HEALTH EXPERIENCE (SHE) IN ONCOLOGY IS A 2-WEEK, INTENSIVE PROGRAM AT VANDERBILT IN SUMMER 2023. TWENTY FEMALE HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS OR SENIORS, PARTICULARLY THOSE FROM BACKGROUNDS UNDERREPRESENTED IN STEM, WILL BE INTRODUCED TO A WIDE RANGE OF CANCER-RELATED CAREER EXPERIENCES. THE SHE PROGRAM IS OFFERED TO STUDENTS AT NO COST. STUDENTS ENGAGE IN LECTURES AND HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES AROUND RESEARCH, CLINICAL CARE, SURVIVORSHIP, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. THE PARTICIPANTS ARE ALSO EXPOSED TO ROLE MODELS THROUGH INTERACTIVE PANELS AND NETWORKING WITH FEMALE LEADERS. PARTICIPANTS DEVELOP TECHNICAL, PROBLEM-SOLVING, AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS THAT CAN BE TRANSLATED TO ANY FIELD.202421369349312387
2023Cooper Trooper Foundation Franklin, TNA$10,000paidTHE EXPENSE TO UPDATE OUR COURAGE KITS WITH A STUFFED KOALA. THIS IS OFFERED FREE TO ANY SIBLING OF A CHILD DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER TO PROVIDE COMFORT AND REMIND THEM THAT THEY ARE IMPORTANT, DURING A TIME WHEN MOST OF THE ATTENTION IS ON THE BROTHER OR SISTER WITH CANCER. ADDITIONALLY, IT OFFERS A RESOURCE TO PARENTS, BECAUSE THEY CAN READ THE BOOK THAT IS BEING WRITTEN TO GO ALONG WITH THE KOALA TO CHILD. THIS BOOK WILL WALK THROUGH THE EMOTIONS THE SIBLINGS FEEL AND OPEN THE OPPORTUNITY FOR BETTER COMMUNICATION AND UNDERSTANDING IN HOW TO MEET THEIR NEEDS.202421369349312387
2023United Service Organizations Inc Fort Campbell, KYA$10,000paidTHE MILITARY COMMUNITY IS MADE UP OF BOTH SERVICE MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES. MILITARY SPOUSES AND MILITARY CHILDREN STAND ALONGSIDE THEIR SERVICE MEMBERS THROUGHOUT THEIR TIME IN THE ARMED FORCES, AND LIKE OUR SERVICE MEMBERS, THEY FACE THEIR OWN UNIQUE CHALLENGES. THIS GRANT WILL FUND THE FOLLOWING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS: AROUND THE TOWN EVENTS, MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD EVENTS, BACK TO SCHOOL, USO HOLIDAYS AND STORY TIMES. ALL GEARED TO BOOST MORAL WITH IN THE FAMILY UNIT AND IMPROVE THE LIVES OF THE SERVICE MEMBERS AND THEIR DEPENDENTS.202421369349312387
2023Hendersonville in-Line Hockey Assoc Hendersonville, TNA$10,000paidWE PROPOSE TO USE THE FUNDS TO HELP WITH THE PURCHASE OF A FLOOR SCRUBBER TO HELP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE NEW FLOOR PLAYING SURFACE THAT THE CITY GENEROUSLY PROVIDED US. THIS WILL HELP GROW THE SPORT AND KEEP THE YOUTH WE HAVE BY PROVIDING SAFE, ADEQUATE AND MAINTAINED FACILITIES.202421369349312387
2023Transformation Life Center Hermitage, TNA$10,000paidWE ARE ASKING FOR A GRANT TO THE TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER THAT WILL ENABLE US TO INVEST INTO OUR EXPANSION OF OUR VALUABLE PROGRAMS INTO MORE SCHOOLS AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS IN THE UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES WE PASSIONATELY SERVE. WITH INCREASED FUNDING, WE WILL CONTINUE TO BUILD A LEADERSHIP PIPELINE AND PATHWAY TO SUCCESS FROM 3RD - 5TH GRADE INTO MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL AS WELL AS CONTINUE TO SUPPORT OUR COLLEGE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM. ULTIMATELY, WE FULFILL OUR VISION "CULTIVATING TOMORROW'S LEADERS, TODAY!"202421369349312387
2023Randolph Howell Elementary STEM School Columbia, TNA$10,000paidTHE PROJECT IS TO CREATE A NATURE TRAIL AROUND THE SCHOOL TO PROVIDE AN OUTDOOR LEARNING SPACE AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS. OUR GOAL IS TO HAVE OUR STUDENTS AND COMMUNITY HELP BUILD THE TRAIL AND USE IT FOR MANY YEARS TO COME. THINGS WE ARE HOPING TO PLACE AROUND THE TRAIL INCLUDE: INNOVATIVE STEM MATERIALS, MUSICAL SENSORY STATIONS, AND INTERPRETIVE SIGNS DESIGNED BY STUDENTS. IT WILL ALSO CONNECT TO OUR COMMUNITY GARDENS TO PROVIDE MORE ACCESSIBILITY AND ENGAGEMENT FOR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES.202421369349312387
2023Hispanic Family Foundation Nashville, TNA$9,897paidTHE HFF WILL HOST THE 2ND ANNUAL SUMMER YOUTH HOCKEY PROGRAM BEGINNING IN JUNE 2023. THE PROGRAM WILL RECRUIT 40 CHILDREN AGES 5 THROUGH 12 FROM APRIL TO JUNE 2023. THE PROGRAM WILL BE FREE FOR ALL. HFF WILL CONTRACT WITH A COMMUNITY PROVIDER TO FACILITATE THE PROGRAM AND HIRE OF UP TO 5 INSTRUCTORS WHO WILL ENGAGE PARENTS, ENSURE EQUIPMENT IS READY, AND ACT AS THE REFEREES FOR GAMES. THE PROGRAM WILL HAVE PRACTICE UP TO 3X A WEEK FOR 7-WEEKS AND WEEK-8 WILL HAVE A TOURNAMENT INCLUDING A FINAL GAME BETWEEN THE TOP TWO TEAMS.202421369349312387
2023Oasis Center Inc Nashville, TNA$9,878paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Ezell-Harding Christian School Antioch, TNA$9,500paidAS A PS2-12TH GRADE SCHOOL IT IS OFTEN DIFFICULT TO FIND A SINGLE PROJECT THAT WILL SERVE ALL OF OUR STUDENTS. THESE 2 PROJECTS WILL SERVE A MAJORITY OF OUR LOWER SCHOOL AND UPPER SCHOOL STUDENTS. THE NEW COMMERCIAL OUTDOOR SHADES WILL ALLOW OUR LOWER SCHOOL STUDENTS TO USE THE PLAYGROUND MORE OFTEN AND THE NEW SCORE TABLE FOR THE UPPER SCHOOL GYM WILL GIVE OUR SPORTS TEAMS MORE PRIDE.202421369349312387
2023Nurses for Newborns of Tennessee Nashville, TNA$9,410paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Nashville Book Connection (nbc) Nashville, TNA$9,300paidTHE NBC BOOK CART PROGRAM BRINGS READING EXCITEMENT DIRECTLY TO K-5TH GRADE STUDENTS.. TRAINED ADULT VOLUNTEERS BRING OUR COLORFUL CARTS FULL OF NEW BOOKS (INTENTIONALLY CURATED FOR DIVERSITY, MEANING, AND RELEVANCY) TO EACH CLASS, WHERE STUDENTS TALK ONE-ON-ONE WITH VOLUNTEERS ABOUT THEIR READING INTERESTS AND SELECT A BOOK TO KEEP. STUDENTS CHOOSE ONE BOOK PER WEEK FOR SIX WEEKS TO BUILD THEIR HOME LIBRARIES. THROUGH THE PROCESS, STUDENTS GROW THEIR READER IDENTITIES AS MOTIVATED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE BOOK OWNERS. THE PRIMARY COST OF THIS PROGRAM IS STOCKING THE CARTS WITH NEW, DESIRABLE BOOKS THAT REFLECT K-5TH GRADE STUDENT INTERESTS AND NEEDS.202421369349312387
2023The Edison School Madison, TNA$9,170paidTHE MAJORITY OF OUR STUDENTS HAVE ONE OR MULTIPLE LEARNING DIFFERENCES AND NEARLY ALL OF THEM HAVE EXPERIENCED SEVERELY TRAUMATIC EXPERIENCES WHILE THEY WERE ATTENDING SCHOOLS PRIOR TO ENROLLING AT THE EDISON SCHOOL. AS A RESULT, THESE STUDENTS STRUGGLE WITH APPROPRIATE SOCIAL INTERACTIONS SO IN ORDER TO TEACH THEM WE USE SEVERAL TOOLS. ADDING LEGO EDUCATION WITH LESSON PLANS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WILL ADD ANOTHER TOOL USING A TOY THAT OUR STUDENTS ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALREADY. ALSO, THE ADDITION OF SOCIAL MEDIA EDUCATION WILL ALLOW US TO HELP THEM LEARN HOW TO UTILIZE SOCIAL MEDIA APPROPRIATELY.202421369349312387
2023Domestic Violence Program Murfreesboro, TNA$9,000paid"GNASH CAVE" OUTDOOR KENNEL PROJECT WOULD PROVIDE ON-SITE SHELTER OPTIONS FOR EMOTIONAL SUPPORT COMPANIONS OF THE SURVIVORS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE. STUDIES SHOW THAT NEARLY HALF OF WOMEN IN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SITUATIONS DELAYED LEAVING FOR FEAR THEIR PETS WOULD BE HARMED, SO THIS PROJECT WOULD PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THEIR PETS TO TRAVEL WITH THEM TO A SAFE AND SECURE LOCATION TO ESCAPE ABUSE. THIS PROJECT WOULD ELIMINATE THE FEAR OF A SURVIVOR LEAVING A BELOVED FAMILY MEMBER BEHIND AND REDUCE THE RISK OF THE ABUSE OF THEIR PET. THIS REMOVES THE BARGAINING CHIP USED TO NOT LEAVE THE VIOLATE SITUATION.202421369349312387
2023Austin Peay Clarksville, TNA$8,950paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023The Family Center Murfreesboro, TNA$8,566paidTHE FAMILY CENTER'S ANNUAL FAMILY REUNION PROVIDES A CHANCE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS WHO HAVE SIMILAR LIFE EXPERIENCES, FIND MEANINGFUL RESOURCES, AND PARTICIPATE IN FAMILY FOCUSED AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. ALL WHILE HAVING FUN! OUR EVENT WILL BRING IN PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS AS RESOURCES, PROVIDE FREE FOOD, OFFER CHILDREN'S GAMES/ACTIVITIES, AND SUPPORT PARENTS' SELFCARE THROUGH DRUMMING CIRCLES, YOGA, AND MORE. 69% OF THE FAMILIES WE SERVE ARE RAISING CHILDREN ON $30K OR LESS A YEAR SO FUN IS OFTEN LIMITED, YET IT'S ALSO CRITICAL IN CREATING STRONGER FAMILY BONDS.202421369349312387
2023Greater Nashville Area Scholastic Hockey Franklin, TNA$8,500paidOUR PROGRAM WILL FOCUS ON YOUNGER, LESS EXPERIENCED PLAYERS TO PREPARE FOR VARSITY HOCKEY. CHECKING CLINICS, GOALIE CLINICS AND POTENTIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL AND DIVERSITY OUTREACH.202421369349312387
2023Project E3 Nashville, TNA$8,400paidPROJECT E3 IS A NEW NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO PROVIDING THE RESOURCES NEEDED FOR UNDERSERVED KIDS IN GRADES K-12 TO PARTICIPATE IN SUMMER ACTIVITIES AND CAMPS. THE CAMPS WE SUPPORT WILL PROMOTE ENHANCED LEARNING THROUGH LIFE SKILLS, BUSINESS LITERACY, STREAM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, READING, ENGINEERING, ARTS AND MATHEMATICS), SPORTS, AND DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL.202421369349312387
2023Creativets Nashville, TNA$8,168paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Autism Career Training (act) Nashville, TNA$8,100paidACT'S SCREEN-PRINTING SHOP IS AN INITIATIVE EMBEDDED INSIDE OF OUR ORGANIZATION TO CREATE A REAL BUSINESS, HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE FOR OUR TRAINEES. CURRENTLY, THIS PROGRAM FOCUSES SOLELY ON INK-SCREEN PRINTING AND OUR GOAL IS TO EXPAND THE PROGRAM TO ADD SUBLIMATION PRINTING- A MORE EFFICIENT, COST-EFFECTIVE, MASS PRODUCTION PRINT OPTION WHICH WILL GIVE OUR TRAINEES OPPORTUNITIES TO ENHANCE AND GROW THEIR SKILLSETS. THESE SKILLS CAN TRANSLATE INTO REAL-WORK ENVIRONMENTS AND ALSO GIVE OUR STUDENTS SO MUCH JOY WHEN THEY ARE ABLE TO CREATE AND FINISH A PRODUCT THEY HAND-MADE THEMSELVES.202421369349312387
2023Stars Nashville, TNA$8,000paidOUR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT TRAINING, CALLED MOVE2STAND (M2S), IS AN INTERACTIVE TRAINING THAT CHALLENGES STUDENTS TO EXAMINE THEIR ATTITUDES TOWARD BULLYING. THIS ONE-DAY YOUTH SUMMIT CREATES EMPATHY AND HELPS YOUNG LEADERS UNDERSTAND HOW BULLYING IMPACTS SCHOOL CLIMATE AND CULTURE. WE HAVE OFFERED THIS TRAINING THROUGHOUT THE SOUTHEAST AND MIDWEST WITH TREMENDOUS SUCCESS AND REPEATED BUSINESS. THIS TRAINING IS APPROPRIATE FOR RURAL, SUBURBAN AND URBAN SCHOOLS. THROUGH SELF-REFLECTION AND GROUP ACTIVITIES, PARTICIPANTS WILL BETTER UNDERSTAND THEMSELVES, THEIR PEERS, AND THEIR IMPACT ON THEIR SCHOOL'S CLIMATE AND CULTURE.202421369349312387
2023Tennessee Golf Foundation Franklin, TNA$8,000paidTHE PREDS GRANT WOULD FUND THE MIKE KAPLAN FIRST TEE OF TENNESSEE SCHOLARSHIP FUND. STUDENTS WHO GRADUATE FROM THE ACE LEVEL CERTIFICATION WITHIN FIRST TEE WILL EARN A COLLEGE TUITION GRANT. MANY OF THESE STUDENTS ARE THE FIRST OF THEIR FAMILY ATTENDING COLLEGE, SO BEING ABLE TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS A WAY OF HONORING THE LATE MIKE KAPLAN'S LEGACY.202421369349312387
2023Blind Early Services Tn Brentwood, TNA$8,000paidWE PLAN TO HOLD OUR SECOND ANNUAL WHITE CANE EVENT ON DECEMBER 9, 2023 AT THE FACTORY IN FRANKLIN. OUR EVENT PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT AROUND THE FIELD OF BLINDNESS THROUGH DEMONSTRATIONS AND HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES AIMED TO INCREASE AWARENESS AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE DISABILITY. WE HAD OVER 170 PARTICIPANTS AT OUR 2022 EVENT WHO WERE ENCOURAGED TO DON MASKS AND LEARN ABOUT NAVIGATING WITH A LONG WHITE CANE. VISITORS EXPLORED OTHER SENSORY MEANS TO NAVIGATE, FOLD CLOTHES, TIE SHOES, AND IDENTIFY ITEMS BY SMELL TOUCH AND SOUND. VISITORS ALSO LEARNED HOW BRAILLE IS READ AND WRITTEN.202421369349312387
2023Project Transformation Tennessee Inc Nashville, TNA$8,000paidPROJECT TRANSFORMATION TENNESSEE'S SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM ENGAGES THE MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT OF MORE THAN 40 MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS IN OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH OUR SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM. OUR HOLISTIC APPROACH DEEPENS STUDENTS' LEVEL OF ENGAGEMENT IN THEIR OWN EDUCATION, WHICH LEADS TO INCREASED LONG-TERM SUCCESS IN SCHOOL. ACADEMIC SKILL-BUILDING IS COUPLED WITH DEVELOPING STUDENTS' SKILLS IN RELATING CONSTRUCTIVELY TO OTHERS, ENGAGING IN ACTIVITIES THAT REQUIRE COLLABORATION AND TEAMWORK, LEARNING TO EXPERIENCE DEEP, TRUSTING RELATIONSHIPS, AND LEARNING HOW TO GIVE AS WELL AS TO RECEIVE. OUR PROGRAM GIVES THEM A FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE, CAREERS, AND A SERVICE-FOCUSED LIFE.202421369349312387
2023Conexion Americas Nashville, TNA$8,000paidTHIS FUNDING WOULD PROVIDE SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS TO SUPPORT THREE KEY ACTIVITIES OF OUR AWARD-WINNING ESCALERA COLLEGE ACCESS PROGRAM IN SOUTHEAST NASHVILLE. ESCALERA PROVIDES CRITICAL SUPPORT TO IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN GRADUATING FROM HIGH SCHOOL AND BECOMING THE FIRST IN THEIR FAMILIES TO ATTEND COLLEGE. THE PROGRAM WILL SERVE 120 11TH AND 12TH GRADERS FROM 25 COUNTRIES. THIS FUNDING WILL DIRECTLY SUPPORT COLLEGE VISITS, OUR SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM (A 4 DAY CAMP TO PREPARE STUDENTS TO ENTER COLLEGE) AND THE ESCALERA AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM, WEEKLY WORKSHOPS WHERE STUDENTS COMPLETE THE ESCALERA CURRICULUM WITH A CONEXION AMERICAS FACILITATOR.202421369349312387
2023Mycanvas Program Nashville, TNA$8,000paidI LOVE MAKING ART. IT HELPS ME TO KNOW WHO I AM. "WHEN I'M HERE, IT FEELS LIKE SOMEONE IS LISTENING" - THRIVE STUDIOS PARTICIPANTS. EACH YEAR, THRIVE STUDIOS SERVES 180+ YOUTH IN MIDDLE TENNESSEE, AGES 6-17, TO PROMOTE GROWTH, HEALING, AND CREATIVITY IN HISTORICALLY UNDERSERVED AND LOW-INCOME COMMUNITIES. THRIVE STUDIOS PROVIDES ACCESS TO MULTI-MEDIA ART THERAPY THAT ENCOURAGES HEALTHY ARTISTIC EXPRESSION AMONG CHILDREN AND YOUTH WHO FREQUENTLY STRUGGLE WITH HIGH LEVELS OF DAILY STRESS, FEAR, AND FRUSTRATION THEY FACE DUE TO POVERTY, EXPOSURE TO VIOLENCE, AND LIMITED RESOURCES. THRIVE STUDIOS IS LED BY EXPERIENCED ART THERAPISTS.202421369349312387
2023Ronald Mcdonald House Charities of Nashville Nashville, TNA$7,866paidWE REQUEST FUNDING FOR THE PURCHASE AND SHIPPING COSTS OF 36 ROKU TVS, ONE FOR EACH OF OUR 36 BEDROOMS AT THE NASHVILLE RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE.202421369349312387
2023Beads of Courage Inc Tucson, AZA$7,500paidTHROUGH THE BEADS OF COURAGE PROGRAM, CHILDREN COPING WITH CANCER OR ANOTHER LIFE-THREATENING ILLNESS RECEIVE COLORFUL BEADS THAT SYMBOLIZE TREATMENT MILESTONES BASED ON A PROGRAM BEAD GUIDE FOR THEIR DIAGNOSIS. THROUGH OUR INNOVATIVE ARTS-IN-MEDICINE PROGRAMS, BEADS ARE USED AS A FORM OF NARRATIVE MEDICINE TO STRENGTHEN RESILIENCE BY INCREASING COPING STRATEGIES, DERIVED MEANING AND SOCIAL SUPPORT, WHILE DECREASING ADVERSE OUTCOMES SUCH AS DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, UNCERTAINTY, WITHDRAWAL AND SYMPTOM DISTRESS IN THE CHILDREN WE SUPPORT.202421369349312387
2023Scott Hamilton Skating Club Antioch, TNA$7,500paidTHE SCOTT HAMILTON SKATING CLUB WILL OFFER STUDENTS AT JE MOSS ELEMENTARY, A NEARBY TITLE I SCHOOL, WITH A FIELD TRIP TO FORD ICE CENTER, ANTIOCH. STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE TRANSPORTATION, LUNCH, A SWEATSHIRT, AND GLOVES.202421369349312387
2023Armed Services YMCA Fort Campbell, KYA$7,500paidDEPLOYMENT GROUP WILL SERVE CHILDREN OF A DEPLOYED SERVICE MEMBER. THE CHILD AND SPOUSE OF THE SOLDIER WILL MEET AT OUR LOCATION TWICE A MONTH FOR AN HOUR TO DO ACTIVITIES, PROJECTS AND RECEIVE A SNACK. THIS ALLOWS THEM TO MEET OTHER CHILDREN AND FOR SPOUSES TO MEET OTHER SPOUSES OF DEPLOYED SOLDIERS. THERE WILL BE AN OPPORTUNITY JUST THE SPOUSES TO PROVIDE MENTAL BREAKS, CRAFTS, AND HOLISTIC WELLNESS. OPERATION LITTLE LEARNERS PARENTS LEARN TO BE THE PRIMARY EDUCATOR FOR THEIR CHILD, FOSTER CONNECTIONS AND BUILD COMMUNITY THROUGH MUSIC AND MOTION, DISCOVERY ART, AND COMMUNITY OUTINGS.202421369349312387
2023Mother to Mother Inc Nashville, TNA$7,500paidMOTHER TO MOTHER IS HOSTING THEIR 2023 BACK TO SCHOOL BASH EVENT THAT WILL GIVE TITLE 1 SCHOOL STUDENTS THE SCHOOL SUPPLIES THEY NEED TO SUCCESSFULLY ENGAGE IN THEIR SCHOOL YEAR. THIS WILL ALLEVIATE THE FINANCIAL BURDEN FROM LOW INCOME PARENTS AND/OR CAREGIVERS BY ELIMINATING THE COSTS OF SCHOOL SUPPLIES. IT WILL ALSO ELIMINATE THE TIME NEEDED TO GO SHOPPING, TAKING AWAY FROM THEIR OTHER OBLIGATIONS, AS THE EVENT WILL BE HOSTED AT SCHOOL DURING THEIR SUMMER READING PROGRAM WHERE STUDENTS WILL ALREADY BE IN ATTENDANCE.202421369349312387
2023Frank Town Open Hearts Ministry Inc Franklin, TNA$7,500paidTHE GOAL OF FRANKTOWN WORX IS TO PLACE 15 STUDENTS IN AN 8-WEEK SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROVIDING A PROFESSIONAL WORK ENVIRONMENT. STUDENTS WILL INCREASE CONFIDENCE THROUGH LEARNING TECHNICAL (HANDS-ON) SKILLS, INTERPERSONAL SKILLS (SOFT SKILLS) THROUGH NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES AND EMPLOYEE INTERACTION, AND STRONG WORK ETHIC THROUGH IMPORTANT VALUES SUCH AS INTEGRITY, DEDICATION, AND PROFESSIONALISM. PAST INTERNSHIPS INCLUDE GRASSLAND PLUMBING, DAILY DISH CATERING, VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY, A CLEAN FRANKLIN, AND HEWITT GARDEN AND DESIGN CENTER. GRANT FUNDING WILL HELP PURCHASE A LAWN MOWER, COMMERCIAL VACUUM CLEANER, AIR COMPRESSOR, AND POWER WASHER. THIS WILL EQUIP THE STUDENTS TO DO LAWN CARE AND COMMERCIAL CLEANING.202421369349312387
2023Actors Bridge Ensemble Nashville, TNA$7,500paidACT LIKE A GRRRL (ALAG) IS AN AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL WRITING AND PERFORMANCE PROGRAM THAT INSPIRES GIRLS TO WRITE ABOUT THEIR LIVES AND TRANSFORM THEIR THOUGHTS INTO MONOLOGUES, DANCES, AND SONGS FOR PUBLIC PERFORMANCE. ACTORS BRIDGE ENSEMBLE (ABE) REQUESTS SUPPORT TO HELP FUND A COMPLETE WEBSITE REDESIGN OF ACTLIKEAGRRRL.ORG THAT INCLUDES A SAFE ONLINE GATHERING SPACE FOR TEENAGE GIRLS. IN ADDITION TO IMPROVING OUTREACH TO CURRENT AND PROSPECTIVE PARTICIPANTS THROUGH A FRESH, MORE RELEVANT DESIGN, THE WEBSITE WILL PROVIDE A SECURE PLATFORM FOR GRRRLS TO ACCESS SPECIFIC GATED CONTENT, COURSES, SHARED CALENDARS, AND MORE THAT ARE ACCESSIBLE TO ONLY THEM.202421369349312387
2023A Soldier's Child Foundation Smyrna, TNA$7,500paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023West Nashville Dream Center DBA Dream Streets Nashville, TNA$7,500paidDREAM STREETS IS SEEKING FUNDS FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND UNIFORMS FOR THE IMPOVERISHED STUDENTS ENROLLED IN OUR FREE NORTH NASHVILLE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM, AS WELL AS PROGRAM MATERIALS FOR THOSE STUDENTS DURING THE 2023/2024 SCHOOL YEAR. OUR BACK TO SCHOOL EVENT WILL BE A CELEBRATION FOR PARTICIPANTS AND THEIR FAMILIES, AND A TIME TO DISTRIBUTE FREE SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND UNIFORMS TO EVERY STUDENT. THE DISTRIBUTION WILL KICK OFF OUR PROGRAMMING YEAR AND THE ADDITIONAL FUNDING REQUESTED WILL BE UTILIZED TO RESOURCE OUR AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM EFFORTS FOR THE ENTIRETY OF THE SCHOOL YEAR FOR EACH STUDENT.202421369349312387
2023Forrest Spence Fund Nashville, TNA$7,500paidTHE MEAL CARD PORTION OF THIS PROGRAM HELPS CURB FOOD INSECURITIES FOR FAMILIES CARING FOR A HOSPITALIZED CHILD. FOR FAMILIES WHOSE CHILDREN ARE RECEIVING CARE AT MONROE CARELL JR. CHILDRENS HOSPITAL AT VANDERBILT, THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES GIFT CARDS TO SUBWAY AND TACO BELL, BOTH LOCATED WITHIN THE HOSPITAL, AS WELL AS KROGER WHICH IS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE. FUEL COSTS ARE A CONTINUAL BURDEN FOR PARENTS TRAVELING TO AND FROM THEIR CHILD'S HOSPITAL. THE FUEL CARD PORTION OF THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES GIFT CARDS TO LOCAL GAS STATIONS FOR FAMILIES BEING CARED FOR AT VANDERBILT AND TRISTAR CENTENNIAL'S NICU.202421369349312387
2023Book'em Nashville, TNA$7,500paidWITH INPUT FROM HERO (HOMELESS EDUCATION RESOURCES AND OUTREACH) AND THE EDUCATORS WHO WORK WITH MNPS' HOMELESS STUDENTS, BOOK'EM WILL PURCHASE 4,000+ BOOKS THAT WILL APPEAL TO THESE DIVERSE YOUNG PEOPLE. WITH HELP FROM PREDATORS AND OTHER VOLUNTEERS, WE WILL PREPARE BOOKS TO BE DELIVERED TO THE HERO DEPARTMENT, THEN EACH SCHOOL. THE EDUCATORS WILL HELP THE STUDENTS SELECT TWO BOOKS EACH AS GIFTS FOR THE WINTER HOLIDAYS. THE TEACHERS AND STUDENTS LOVE THIS PROJECT AND WE WANT TO CONTINUE THIS PARTNERSHIP. IT REQUIRES FUNDING TO DO SO.202421369349312387
2023Nashville Warriors Hockey Club Nolensville, TNA$7,100paidTO HELP US FURTHER OUR MISSION OF GROWING AND DEVELOPING PASSION FOR THE GAME OF HOCKEY IN THE SOUTHEAST REGION WE NEED CROSS ICE DIVIDERS FOR OUR YOUNGER SKATERS. WE HAVE A GROWING NUMBER OF 5-8 YEAR OLD BOYS AND GIRLS THAT ARE ENROLLED IN HOCKEY PROGRAMS AND LEARN TO SKATE LESSONS AND THESE DIVIDERS WOULD HELP US BETTER BE ABLE TO WORK WITH THE YOUNG SKATERS. THESE BOARDS WOULD ALSO ALLOW FOR OUR RINK TO HOST CROSS ICE GAMES SAFELY.202421369349312387
2023Royal Table Inc Nashville, TNA$7,000paidROYAL TABLE INC HAS A STEM PROGRAM FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL CHILDREN IN THE LOW INCOME COMMUNITY. CURRENTLY THEY ARE TAUGHT HOW TO MAKE WEBSITES, LOGS AND WORKING ON STEM PROJECTS INCLUDING ROBOTS AND COMPUTER CODING. DURING EACH PROJECT WE HAVE IMPLEMENTED LEADERSHIP SKILLS OF SPEAKING, MANNERS AND CREATING PRESENTATION. EACH STUDENT SPEAKS IN FRONT OF THE CLASS OF THEIR PROJECT PROGRESS.202421369349312387
2023Jdrf Middle Tennessee Brentwood, TNA$6,900paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Special Olympics Tennessee Nashville, TNA$6,700paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Metro Nashville Public Schools Nashville, TNU$6,500paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry Nashville, TNA$6,418paidTHIS CAMP SERVES AT-RISK CHILDREN OF THE INCARCERATED BY PROVIDING MASTERS-LEVEL COUNSELING INTERNS UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF TPOM'S CLINICAL DIRECTOR AS WELL AS ACTIVITIES DIRECTED BY ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEERS. THE PROJECT ADDRESSES THE SECOND-STRONGEST RISK FACTOR FOR A CHILD'S FUTURE INCARCERATION--HAVING AN INCARCERATED PARENT. STAFF GUIDE VOLUNTEERS AS THEY INTERACT WITH THE CAMPERS AND HELP THEM THINK THROUGH PROBLEMS AND DEVELOP STRATEGIES FOR A HEALTHY RESPONSE. THE CAMP IS HELD AT THE WHISPERING PINES CAMPGROUNDS LOCATED AT CASTALIAN SPRINGS, TENNESSEE. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE CRAFTS, SWIMMING, CANOEING, SPORTS, AND GAMES ALONG WITH PLENTY OF INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION.202421369349312387
2023Agape Animal Rescue and Training Center Nashville, TNA$6,300paidOUR COMMUNITY CANINE COACHING (CCC) PROGRAM, WHICH LAUNCHED IN 2021, PROVIDES LOW/NO-COST BEHAVIORAL TRAINING FOR FAMILIES AND THEIR DOGS AND AIMS TO DECREASE OWNER SURRENDERS TO SHELTERS. BASED ON THE PROVEN SUCCESS OF OUR PROGRAM, WE ARE EXPANDING ITS REACH IN 2023. AS CHILDREN ARE THE MOST NEGATIVELY AFFECTED BY THE SURRENDER OF A FAMILY PET, WE ARE IMPLEMENTING MORE YOUTH-BASED COMPONENTS IN OUR REGULAR TRAINING CLASSES AND WILL LAUNCH OUR INAUGURAL AGAPE ANIMAL ADVENTURE CAMP. TRAINING AND CAMP DIRECTION WILL BE PROVIDED BY OUR LICENSED EXPERT, WHO HAS SPECIFIC CERTIFICATIONS IN HUMANE EDUCATION.202421369349312387
2023From Your Father Inc Murfreesboro, TNA$5,950paidEVERY MONTH, CHILDREN IN THE LOVE DELIVERY PROGRAM RECEIVE PERSONALIZED CRITICAL-NEEDS BOXES PACKED WITH FOOD AND OTHER NECESSITIES. IN ADDITION TO THE FAMILIES WHO RECEIVE MONTHLY BOXES, WE ALSO GIVE EMERGENCY BOXES TO OTHER FAMILIES. FAMILIES CAN PAY THEIR RENT AND UTILITIES WITH THE ASSURANCE THAT THEIR NECESSITIES WILL BE MET THANKS TO THE PROGRAM. ADDITIONALLY, THE FACT THAT THESE BOXES ARE DELIVERED, REDUCES STRESS FOR FAMILIES BY REMOVING THEIR NEED TO FIND TRANSPORTATION AND BROADENS ACCESS.WE'RE OPENING A HOME THIS YEAR THAT WILL PROVIDE A SAFE HAVEN FOR THE WOMEN AND CHILDREN WE SERVE.202421369349312387
2023Nashville Dolphins Nashville, TNA$5,700paidTHE FUTURE DOLPHINS IS OUR LARGEST ENTRY-LEVEL PROGRAM THAT TEACHES BASIC WATER SAFETY AND SWIMMING SKILLS. WE CURRENTLY HAVE 164 ACTIVE PARTICIPANTS ENROLLED IN FUTURE DOLPHINS. THE PROGRAM OFFERS TWO SESSIONS A YEAR, ONE IN THE FALL AND ONE IN THE SPRING, WITH TWELVE WEEKLY INDIVIDUALIZED AQUATIC LESSONS PER SESSION. THE DIRECT COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE FUTURE DOLPHINS PROGRAM INCLUDE POOL RENTAL FEES, ADAPTIVE AQUATICS EQUIPMENT, AS WELL AS COACHING, VOLUNTEER TRAINING, AND LEAD INSTRUCTOR FEES. THE NASHVILLE DOLPHINS ARE GRACIOUSLY REQUESTING $5,700 TO ASSIST IN COVERING PROGRAM COSTS FOR OUR FALL 2023 SEMESTER.202421369349312387
2023Daughters of the King Franklin, TNA$5,500paidDAUGHTERS OF THE KING'S ANNUAL "TAKE IT TO THE STREETZ" BACKPACK GIVEAWAY IS A FUN, UNIQUE APPROACH. "TAKING IT TO THE STREETZ" IN ORDER TO IMPACT AND MEET THE NEEDS OF CHILDREN IS LITERALLY WHAT WE DO. WE LOAD A U-HAUL TRUCK WITH BACKPACKS FILLED WITH SCHOOL SUPPLIES, HYGIENE KITS & TRAVEL FROM NEIGHBORHOOD TO NEIGHBORHOOD DISTRIBUTING BACKPACKS & KITS TO CHILDREN & TEENS (PREK-12TH GRADES) WHO RESIDE IN THE FRANKLIN AND LYNNVILLE,TN AREAS; IN PARTICULAR, CHILDREN RESIDING IN THE FRANKLIN HOUSING AUTHORITY/SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS, DESIGNATED ONSITE DISTRIBUTION LOCATIONS INCLUDING KROGER, GOODWILL & RICHLAND HIGH SCHOOL LOCATED IN LYNNVILLE, TN.202421369349312387
2023Renewal House Inc Nashville, TNA$5,100paidTHE DAYCARE AND SCHOOL READINESS PROJECT WILL PROVIDE RENEWAL HOUSE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM CHILDREN WITH RESOURCES FOR A POSITIVE, PRODUCTIVE EXPERIENCE IN CHILD CARE, KINDERGARTEN AND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. THE LONG-TERM, COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM MAKES IT POSSIBLE FOR MOTHERS OF LOW INCOME WITH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS AND THEIR CHILDREN UP TO 10 YEARS OLD AT ADMISSION TO START A NEW LIFE TOGETHER IN RECOVERY. A NASHVILLE PREDATORS FOUNDATION GRANT WILL FUND DAYCARE- AND SCHOOL-APPROPRIATE ATTIRE; BABY BOTTLES, PACIFIERS, AND FORMULA FOR THE INFANTS; SCHOOL SUPPLIES, EDUCATIONAL GAMES AND WORKBOOKS FOR THE SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN; AND OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICATIONS FOR CHILDREN ACROSS THE AGE RANGE.202421369349312387
2023Freedom Reigns Ranch Thompsons Station, TNA$5,100paidAFTER OPERATING ON A LEASED 8-ACRE PROPERTY FOR THE PAST FIVE YEARS, FREEDOM REIGNS RANCH HAS BEEN BLESSED WITH 40 ACRES OF RAW LAND TO BUILD A PERMANENT FACILITY AND PASTURES. AN IMPORTANT PART OF OUR OPERATING GROUNDS IS A ROUND PEN. A ROUND PEN IS A "MINI-ARENA" THAT PROVIDES A SAFE AREA TO CARRY OUT MANY OF THE ACTIVITIES THAT ARE UTILIZED IN OUR MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS. UTILIZING THE SPACE, HORSEMANSHIP ACTIVITIES ARE FACILITATED TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN ABOUT TRUST, BOUNDARIES, AND LEADERSHIP. THE AREA CAN ALSO BE UTILIZED FOR RESCUED HORSES AS THEY ARE RECOVERING.202421369349312387
2023Interfaith Dental Clinic Murfreesboro, TNA$5,100paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387
2023Hope Hohenwald Inc Hohenwald, TNA$5,100paidHOPE SKATES PROVIDES AFFORDABLE ICE SKATING FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES IN LEWIS COUNTY AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES DURING THE HOLIDAYS AND WINTER MONTHS. DURING THE COMMUNITY EVENT, CHRISTMAS IN HOHENWALD, HOPE SKATES PROVIDES 16 HOURS OF FREE SKATING. A SMALL FEE OF $5 IS CHARGED AT OTHER TIMES WHICH INCLUDES SKATE RENTAL FEE. THIS OUTREACH IS VERY IMPORTANT TO HOPE HOHENWALD BECAUSE IT PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE ICE SKATING AND ALSO PROVIDES PHYSICAL ACTIVITY DURING THE WINTER MONTHS WHEN MOST TEND TO BE SEDENTARY.202421369349312387
2023Black Lemonade Nashville, TNA$5,100paidOUR SUPERHERO STEAM CURRICULUM IS DESIGNED TO INTRODUCE STUDENTS TO THE DIVERSE MAINSTREAM SUPERHEROES WE ALL KNOW AND LOVE TODAY. FROM HAVING DIFFERENT GENDERS, MORALS, ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS, SURVIVAL STORIES, AND SUPER POWERS, WE UTILIZE THE UNIQUE AND INDIVIDUALIZED STORY OF EACH AND APPLY IT TO THE EVER CHANGING DIVERSE WORLD WE LIVE IN TODAY. THEY WILL NAVIGATE THEIR WAY THROUGH SELF LOVE AND LOVING OTHERS DESPITE THEIR DIFFERENCES.202421369349312387
2023Easterseals Tennessee Brentwood, TNA$5,082paidGENERAL PURPOSES202421369349312387

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