East Tennessee Foundation Leadership Education Fund
Eligibility
Nonprofits and schools in the East Tennessee region served by the East Tennessee Foundation (Knox, Blount, Anderson, and surrounding counties).
Program Goals
The East Tennessee Foundation Leadership Education Fund supports programs in east Tennessee that develop leadership skills and educational opportunities for students and community members. The fund prioritizes programs that make a measurable difference in east Tennessee communities.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications are submitted online through the East Tennessee Foundation website. The annual deadline is in late May. The 2026 cycle closed May 29. The next cycle is expected in spring 2027.
Cycle Notes
Annual spring cycle. The 2026 deadline was May 29. Next cycle expected spring 2027. Monitor easttennesseefoundation.org for the announcement.
Grant Award Amount
Grants award up to $2,500 per one-year project. Awards fund program materials, curriculum, equipment, and supplies tied to the approved project.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit to design solutions to real-world challenges
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
- CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the East Tennessee Foundation Leadership Education Fund?
Nonprofits and schools in the East Tennessee region (Knox, Blount, Anderson, and surrounding counties).
How much funding is available?
Grants award up to $2,500 per one-year project.
Can ETF funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. ETF Leadership Education Fund grants can support hands-on learning materials and coding tools that align to leadership and education program goals.
How do east Tennessee organizations apply?
Apply online at easttennesseefoundation.org. Annual deadline is in late May. Next cycle expected spring 2027.
How can Forward Education help with ETF grants?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents and letters of support for east Tennessee schools.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Tennessee standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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