Foundations that fund performing arts organizations in Tennessee

Artsmemphis — 55 grants to 21 organizations, median $20,170, largest $153,000. That is 44% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

The Shubert Foundation Inc — 12 grants to 4 organizations, median $45,000, largest $350,000. That is 48% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts unsolicited applications.

Artsbuild — 22 grants to 7 organizations, median $11,020, largest $239,804. That is 27% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

Arts and Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville — 24 grants to 10 organizations, median $25,000, largest $71,250. That is 21% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

South Arts Inc — 11 grants to 6 organizations, median $10,000, largest $157,500. That is 22% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

Chattanooga Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc — 3 grants to 3 organizations, median $67,000, largest $71,000. That is 33% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2021; still granting as of 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Memphis Equity Through Arts Inc DBA Memphis Music Initiative — 8 grants to 8 organizations, median $20,000, largest $40,000. That is 18% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

The Cma Foundation — 9 grants to 4 organizations, median $25,000, largest $1,000,000. That is 16% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Rose Montgomery Johnston Family Foundation — 11 grants to 4 organizations, median $1,000, largest $10,000. That is 15% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2023. Does not accept unsolicited applications.

The Chattanooga Tourism Foundation — 8 grants to 3 organizations, median $12,875, largest $22,500. That is 15% of its Tennessee giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.