Lawmakers Propose Dolly Parton Statue at Capitol
A new Tennessee bill would place a privately funded statue of the late singer facing the Ryman Auditorium.
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Tennessee Business Philanthropy News
This page covers philanthropy in Tennessee, from charitable giving and fundraising to major donations and nonprofit support. Reporting follows the gifts, benefit events and drives that keep the state's charities running.
Recent news
November 4, 2026
Tennessee Urges Donors to Verify CharitiesThe Secretary of State's office is encouraging residents to check charities before giving during Charity Fraud Awareness Week.
November 3, 2026
State Opens $20 Million Grant for Volunteer Fire DepartmentsTennessee fire departments can apply through December 4, 2026, for state funds to buy equipment and pay for training.
October 31, 2026
Forrest Spence Fund Supports Families Across TennesseeThe nonprofit continues its 19-year mission to assist families of ill children in state hospitals.
October 28, 2026
Tennessee Awards Grants to 14 Local CommunitiesState officials are distributing over $3.9 million to support various rural downtown improvement projects.
October 28, 2026
Tennessee House Incumbents Lead in FundraisingState legislative candidates disclose campaign finance totals for the most recent reporting period.
October 26, 2026
Custom Truck Auction Raises Funds for Brett Boyer FoundationA custom-built 1979 Chevrolet truck sold at a Tennessee event, directing $275,000 toward medical research.
October 26, 2026
Tennessee Sues Foster Care Group for $15,000The state attorney general alleges the nonprofit continued soliciting donations after its registration expired.
October 23, 2026
Niswonger Foundation Celebrates 25 Years of ServiceThe Tennessee-based foundation marked its silver anniversary after investing $234 million into regional educational programs.
September 30, 2026
Blood Assurance and Goodlabs Expanded Health TestingA new partnership now offers blood donors free health screenings at four locations across Tennessee.
September 29, 2026
Tennessee Leaders Sought Full Imagination Library FundingState officials proposed increasing support to cover all book and mailing costs for Tennessee children by 2028.
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Coverage takes in large gifts to hospitals and universities, benefit events and fundraising campaigns, donation drives by nonprofits, and community giving that supports schools and youth programs. It runs from the state capital to the rural counties, wherever a charitable effort reaches residents. Smaller grassroots fundraisers often draw as much attention as the headline gifts. Donor priorities and the needs of local nonprofits shape which causes receive the most support in a given year.