Community foundation · EIN 62-6045999
The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc
Chattanooga, TN
The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc is a community foundation based in Chattanooga, TN. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $27.5M in grants paid across 1,170 grants, with $245M in total assets. Its largest grants went to General Conference of Seventh Day Adventists, North Atlantic Salmon Fund and YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga.
How to request funding
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
TO INSPIRE GIVING AND ENCOURAGE ACTION TO IMPROVE LIVES IN THE GREATER CHATTANOOGA AREA. Grants awarded from main endowment fund are required to benefit residents of Hamilton County. Scholarships awarded are monitored through personal contact with the award recipient to ensure scholarships are used for educational purposes. Grants from other funds are reviewed at the time the grant is issued to ensure the award is for a charitable purpose. Due diligence is performed for each grant to verify the tax status of the organization at the time the grant is made. Staff verifies grantee 501(c)3 status through guidestar and/or Internal Revenue Service Publication 78. Grants are approved by the President of the organization, the VP of Donor Services, a committee authorized by the Board of Directors and/or the Board of Directors. Auditors review grants annually.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2024; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
Together with our community and partners, we transform generosity into lasting change towards a prosperous and just chattanooga where all can thrive and achieve their full potential.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Conference of Seventh Day Adventists | — | Donor Advised Fund | $1,100,000 |
| North Atlantic Salmon Fund | — | Unrestricted | $951,303 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga | — | Unrestricted | $803,554 |
| Community Foundation of Cleveland and Bradley County | — | Donor Advised Fund | $700,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga | — | Capital Campaign | $650,000 |
| Sweet Briar Institute | — | Reunion Gift | $600,000 |
| Skyuka Hall | — | Unrestricted | $554,000 |
| United Way of Greater Chattanooga | — | Unrestricted | $527,102 |
| Sweet Briar Institute | — | Unrestricted | $502,500 |
| Community Foundation of Northwest Georgia Inc | — | Donor Advised Fund | $500,000 |
| Southern Adventist University | — | School of Business Building Project | $500,000 |
| St Peter's Episcopal School | — | Capital Campaign | $500,000 |
| Collegedale Academy | — | Inspire Now and for Eternity Capital Campaign | $400,000 |
| The Layman Foundation Inc co Ruhling and Associates | — | Secondary Education; Worthy Student Fund | $400,000 |
| Gulf States Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists | — | Unrestricted | $350,000 |
| Children's Nutrition Program of Haiti Inc | — | Unrestricted | $307,100 |
| The Church of the Good Shepherd | — | Unrestricted | $280,600 |
| Chambliss Center for Children | — | Capital Campaign | $265,000 |
| The Well Seventh Day Adventist Church | — | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Cal Poly Humboldt Sponsored Programs Foundation | — | Funding for Understanding Elder Redwoods Research Program | $237,754 |
| Chattanooga Christian School Inc | — | Hold Fast Campaign | $200,000 |
| Chattanooga Christian School Inc | — | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy | — | Sustainability Campaign | $200,000 |
| Southern Adventist University | — | Ruth McKee School of Business | $200,000 |
| Tennessee Democracy Network | — | General Operating Support and Civic Engagement Projects | $194,000 |
The 25 largest of 1,170 grants listed on the return. 349 grants to individuals ($1.4M) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Quick answers
Does The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc accept grant applications?
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $27,451,355 in grants paid (1,170 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Inc funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to General Conference of Seventh Day Adventists, $1.1M, North Atlantic Salmon Fund, $951K, YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga, $804K, Community Foundation of Cleveland and Bradley County, $700K and YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga, $650K.