PREDATORS FOUNDATION GRANTS

Established in 1998, the Nashville Predators Foundation strives to meet the educational, social, health and cultural needs of our community by offering unique resources and financial support to local youth-oriented organizations. Through several fundraisers held throughout the year, the Predators Foundation has awarded over $2 million to Nashville and Middle Tennessee-area charities and community service organizations since its creation.

PREDATORS FOUNDATION GRANT CRITERIA

2010 Grant Guidelines

• The Foundation will award grants for specific projects and one-time programs, but NOT for general operating costs, staff salaries, sponsorship or fundraisers of any kind, capital campaigns or building improvement projects, endowments or reserve funds or grants to individuals, PTA’s or Booster Clubs
• Foundation grants may range from $500 to a maximum of $10,000 annually
• Foundation grants are reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors, which consists of individuals from the Nashville community and team representatives
• The organization must be a 501(c)3 organization or government agency serving the Nashville or Middle Tennessee area
• The focus of the project or program should be youth related
• Specific projects with specific funding are more likely to be funded
• The organization must be available for a site visit if selected as a beneficiary
• The organization must adhere to all deadlines and application requirements
   o 6-month report: October 1, 2010
   o 1-year report: March 30, 2011

Many organizations apply for grants each year and the overall amount of funding requested far exceeds the Predators Foundations resources. Declined applications in no way reflect the worthiness of an organization’s mission or programming and these groups are encouraged to apply again in future years.

WHAT TO SUBMIT:
(please note grant format has changed from previous years)

Step 1: Click here and fill out the on-line form for each grant application submitted (maximum of 2)

Step 2: Fill out the grant application information listed below (Download Form Here). Make sure to follow the directions exactly as they are outlined - page 1, page 2 and page 3. Submit two copies of the grant proposal and one copy of your 501(c)3 and Board of Directors.

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WHAT TO INCLUDE

Three-page signed grant application (two copies typed)
Page 1 – Your Organization
Page 2 – Your Funding Request
Page 3 – Your Project
Copy of IRS 501(c)3 letter
Listing of current Board of Directors

REMINDERS

• An organization may submit up to two grant requests if they are for different projects. Each proposal must include a separate 501(c)3 form and board of directors list.
• Responses to the grant application must be submitted in the exact order and format as outlined above. (Page 1, 2 and 3)
• Applications must be typed. Do not use staples, paperclips, bindings or folders.
• Do not attach collateral material (i.e. videotapes, brochures, etc.)
• The application must be postmarked or hand-delivered by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, January 25, 2010. Late or incomplete applications will be not be accepted or reviewed.
• Grant recipients will be notified by March 29, 2010.
• Follow up report due dates: 6-month report: October 1, 2010 and 1-year final report: March 30, 2011 (receipts must be included)

HOW TO SUBMIT

Mail:
Grant Application
Nashville Predators Foundation
501 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203

Hand-Delivery:
Hand delivered applications must be received and logged by the security desk located at the Sommet Center’s entrance at the corner of Broadway and 6th Avenue. Security desk hours are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Nashville Predators Office – Sommet Center
Attn: Rebecca Ward
501 Broadway (entrance at the corner of 6th and Broadway)
Nashville, TN 37203