Fund Your Nonprofit’s Mission
Check your organization's eligibility and apply for funding from The Phil and Martha Bachman Foundation.
Eligible Organizations
Eligible organizations for competitive grantmaking
programs include:
501(c)(3) nonprofits
Congregations and religious organizations
Governmental agencies
Educational institutions
If the organization conducting the project does not meet these criteria, you can apply for a grant under the fiscal sponsorship of an eligible organization.
Our primary service area is Greene County, Tennessee, and surrounding counties.
Organizations based elsewhere in Tennessee whose work materially benefits Northeast Tennessee communities may be considered.
Participation is by invitation only for organizations outside Tennessee.
Requests typically not funded through our discretionary grants programs:
Debt retirement/deficit funding
Direct support of individuals (e.g. scholarships, hardship)
Duplication of existing programs or services by new organizations
Travel and conferences
Publication of books
Projects that are typically the funding responsibility of federal, state or local government
Sponsorships or fundraisers
Projects that promote specific political or religious views
Political or lobbying activities
What We Look For
Clearly demonstrated community need
Strong connection to Northeast Tennessee
Capable organizational leadership
Realistic and appropriately scaled budgets
Measurable or observable community benefit
Collaboration where it strengthens outcomes
A credible plan for sustaining the work beyond the grant, where applicable
Application Process
APPLICATION
01
The application will request information about the needs your organization will address, how you will evaluate results and your budget, including other funding sources.
REVIEW
02
Your grant application will be reviewed by staff, a committee and/or a board of directors. During this process, our team may request more information or conduct a site visit. Program staff will notify you when to expect a decision.
AWARD
03
A final decision about your grant is made by the board or committee. Your organization may receive full or partial funding, or we may decline to fund your project. You will receive notification of the decision in writing or by phone.
Apply below for a grant from The Phil and Martha Bachman Foundation to help fund your nonprofit efforts. East Tennessee NPOs are highly encouraged to apply.