Community Foundation
The Community Foundation of Greater Memphis (cfgm.org) is the official site for the regional community foundation serving Memphis and the Mid‑South; the site lists EIN 58-1723645, describes grantmaking, scholarships, donor services and history since 1969. It provides information about funds, recent grants and impact across western Tennessee, eastern Arkansas and northern Mississippi.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Nonprofits serving Memphis and the Mid‑South (education, health, community development, arts and social services) seeking general operating support and able to maintain an up‑to‑date LiveGIVE profile and engage with foundation staff.
Good Fit
- • Clear Mid‑South or Tennessee program presence or partnership.
- • Requesting general operating support or core program funding.
- • Work in education, health, community development, youth services, or arts/culture.
- • An active LiveGIVE profile and ability to contact Community Impact staff.
- • Organizational capacity to manage mid‑sized to large grants and report on outcomes.
Geography
Observed grants appear nationwide in scope (recipients in 43 states) but funding is heavily concentrated in Tennessee, where about 80% of dollars are directed.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows a very large and diverse recipient set (over 700 distinct grantees) across education, health, arts, community development and social services, with substantial numbers of both returning and new recipients.
New Applicants
Direct behavioral evidence shows substantial turnover—about 251 new recipients in the latest year (roughly one‑third)—and the foundation lists a public website, a LiveGIVE profile requirement, and named staff contacts, all of which indicate real entry opportunities for unfamiliar applicants.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
