Tennessee · Foundation Grant

Nashville Predators Foundation Helper Grants

Funding

$500-$10,000 (average ~$4,300)

Grade Focus

K-12 and youth programs

Application Due

January 8, 2027

Level of Gov't

Nonprofit — Nashville Predators Foundation

Eligibility

Tennessee nonprofits and schools serving youth in Middle Tennessee (Davidson County and surrounding communities). Programs must serve youth in education, hockey, or community enrichment.

Program Goals

The Nashville Predators Foundation Helper Grants support youth-serving programs in Middle Tennessee. The program reflects the Predators' commitment to community development through education, youth sports, and enrichment programs. Awards fund a wide range of programs serving Nashville-area youth.

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Application and Distribution

Applications are submitted online through the Nashville Predators Foundation website. The 2027 cycle opens fall 2026 with a January 8, 2027 deadline. Submit an organization overview, program description, and budget.

Cycle Notes

Annual cycle with a January deadline. The 2027 cycle deadline is January 8, 2027. Applications open in fall. Visit nhl.com/predators for the current application.

Grant Award Amount

Awards range from $500 to $10,000. The average award is approximately $4,300. The foundation awards multiple grants per cycle across its priority areas.

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Nashville Predators Foundation Helper Grants?

Tennessee nonprofits and schools serving youth in Middle Tennessee (Davidson County and surrounding areas) in education, hockey, or community programs.

How much funding is available through Helper Grants?

Awards range from $500 to $10,000. The average grant is approximately $4,300.

Can Helper Grant funds be used for STEM and coding tools?

Yes. Helper Grant funds can support STEM materials, coding kits, and enrichment curriculum that align to the program goals submitted in your application.

How do Tennessee organizations apply for Nashville Predators Helper Grants?

Apply online at nhl.com/predators by January 8, 2027. Submit an organization overview, program description, and budget.

How can Forward Education help with Predators Foundation grants?

Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents and letters of support for Middle Tennessee schools and youth programs.

Grant Support

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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