Every day, people choose the Community Foundation to make an impact in our community.

Because of their generosity, we are able to address the changing needs of Middle Tennessee, ensuring its future as a great place to call home.

Here, we share our stories of how people with big hearts are making a difference. Your stories of giving make us who we are, and we hope that by telling them, we inspire others to realize their charitable dreams. We also include news updates and highlights from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.

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The Community Foundation Selects Hal Cato as New Chief Executive

The Community Foundation Selects Hal Cato as New Chief Executive

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‘From Refugee to Nashville Neighbor’  Set for CFMT’s Women’s Fund Forum

‘From Refugee to Nashville Neighbor’ Set for CFMT’s Women’s Fund Forum

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CFMT Awards Scholarships Totaling $830K to 323 Students for 2022-23 School Year

CFMT Awards Scholarships Totaling $830K to 323 Students for 2022-23 School Year

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Florida community foundations stand up Hurricane Ian recovery funds

Florida community foundations stand up Hurricane Ian recovery funds

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How to Help Puerto Rico, Caribbean in Wake of Hurricane Fiona Devastation

How to Help Puerto Rico, Caribbean in Wake of Hurricane Fiona Devastation

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The Community Foundation Begins CEO Search

The Community Foundation Begins CEO Search

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CFMT’s Give Black, Give Back Awards Grants to Four Black-led Nonprofits

CFMT’s Give Black, Give Back Awards Grants to Four Black-led Nonprofits

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August 2021 Flood: ‘It Was a Lifetime Ago … and It Was Yesterday’

August 2021 Flood: ‘It Was a Lifetime Ago … and It Was Yesterday’

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Ellen Lehman, Founder and President of CFMT, Announces End-of-Year Retirement

Ellen Lehman, Founder and President of CFMT, Announces End-of-Year Retirement

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Emancipation Day in Tennessee and Its Ties to the Beginnings of Black Philanthropy

Emancipation Day in Tennessee and Its Ties to the Beginnings of Black Philanthropy

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Winning Artober Nashville Artist Discovers Painting Later in Life

Winning Artober Nashville Artist Discovers Painting Later in Life

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Black Philanthropy Month 2022

Black Philanthropy Month 2022

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