Community Foundation of West Tennessee

Today, we were inspired by the next generation of leaders at the Jackson Grown Challenge to the City. Our CEO @mospurgeon moderated the “State of the Generation” panel, where senior fellows shared thoughtful ideas for our community’s future.

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Jackson Awards! We are recognizing individuals who are making a positive impact in our community in the following categories: Arts, Education, Healthcare, Leadership, and Volunteer Service. Make a nomination now at forms.gle/CpXAw9oLPef3qE….

We are excited to welcome Taylor Risley as the new Chief Financial Officer at the Community Foundation of West Tennessee. With a strong background in finance and a heart for community service, Taylor is a great addition to our team. Learn more: cfwtn.org/news/taylor-ri…

Planning is already underway for our 35th Annual Charity Gala! Grateful for the leadership of our volunteer planning team—Greg Alexander, Roberta Milam, and Abby Norville (pictured). Mark your calendars for an elegant evening in #DowntownJacksonTN on November 14, 2026.

Dr. Arthur Woods was recognized at last night’s Board of Trustees meeting for his service from 2018 to 2026. His leadership has made a lasting impact on our organization and community. Join us in thanking him!

We look forward to EmpowerEd and are proud to support Leaders Education Foundation!

Another wonderful year supporting United Way of West Tennessee at the First Ladies Luncheon! Thank you to our board members and nonprofit partners who joined us as table guests. We appreciate your leadership and support as we all work together to make West Tennessee better.

Tonight, we kicked off United Way of West Tennessee’s First Ladies Luncheon with an Evening Preview. We are proud to support United Way and the work they do for our community. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow at the luncheon. 🌸

The deadline to apply for this year's CWTAR Scholarship is this Friday, April 17, 2026. Applications are available online at the link below. ⬇️ Apply here: forms.gle/Tp4LurDdUTqt4q…

The Community Foundation office will be closed tomorrow, April 3rd, for Good Friday. Need to make a deposit or drop off a disbursement request over the long weekend? You can utilize our secure drop box, located to the right of our glass foyer.

Today is the deadline for Community Impact Grant applications for the 2026-2027 cycle. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm tonight (March 31, 2026). Submit your applications online: forms.gle/YQLDQXT5h5qGff…

As we close out March, we are still inspired by the generosity from this year's 100 Women Who Care Awards Luncheon. Thank you to every woman who participated, attended, and continues to invest in West Tennessee. We are proud to support this work and our community.

Honored to celebrate @JMCSchools Teacher of the Year today. Congratulations to Chanda Brafa and all the honorees for their recognition and positive impact on students in our community. We are proud to support this award with $1,000 for both the overall winner and the school.

The deadline to apply for the 2026-2027 Community Impact Grant cycle is next Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Details, application link, and more at cfwtn.org/grants.

The 3rd Annual Awards Luncheon for 100 Women Who Care brought together women from across West Tennessee to connect, learn, and make a lasting impact. Thank you to our members, sponsors, and nonprofits who make this work possible! Check out our Facebook page to view more photos.

The March 31 deadline for Community Impact Grants is right around the corner. Before you submit, take a moment to review our quick checklist to ensure your application is complete and competitive. Learn more at cfwtn.org/grants.

Congratulations to Precious Jones for being selected as one of this semester's Eric Wollam Memorial Scholarship recipients! This scholarship supports students enrolled in the @JSCC_main Radiologic Technology Program, honoring the legacy of Eric Wollam.

Congratulations to Katherine Robertson for being selected as one of this semester's Eric Wollam Memorial Scholarship recipients! This scholarship supports students enrolled in the @JSCC_main Radiologic Technology Program, honoring the legacy of Eric Wollam.

Deadline Reminder: Applications for our 2026-2027 Community Impact Grants cycle are due by March 31, 2026. 📆 A copy of our grant guidelines and scoring rubric, along with the application link, is available on our website at cfwtn.org/grants.

Community Foundation of West TN is honored to be a sponsor of the Lane College Founders Day Gala. Especially grateful that two board members, Darren and Darlette were able to join us. Very thankful for their leadership on the board!