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Disaster Response Funds

  • ACM Lifting Lives Temporary Home Fund Established 2010

    Through is charitable arm, ACM Lifting Lives, the Academy of Country Music has repeatedly demonstrated its dedication to helping restore our community from the historic flood of 2010. In this incredible effort, ACM Lifting Lives sprang into action days after the rain stopped. ACM Lifting Lives partnered with reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year, Carrie Underwood, to shed light on Middle Tennessee's urgent needs through a nationally televised spot, helping thousands of Americans know the devastation facing our community. Through direct funding and spreading the word across the nation, ACM Lifting Lives has made an impact. The ACM Lifting Lives Temporary Home Fund supports nonprofits providing rental assistance to flood victims in need of temporary housing.

     
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  • Asurion Disaster Relief Fund Established 2004

    Asurion strives to be a good friend both to the communities in which it operates and to those who've chosen to work for them. To accomplish this goal efficiently and effectively, the leadership of Asurion turned to The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee to build a strategy of community partnership. This Fund was established to provide financial support to nonprofits willing to assist employees who have lost their homes due to a natural disaster.

     
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  • The Cheatham County Disaster Response Fund Established 2010

    Thanks to the leadership of the Cheatham County Community Foundation, the Cheatham County Disaster Response Fund was established after the May 2010 flood to provide grants to nonprofit organizations offering Cheatham County residents assistance with food, shelter and clothing. The Fund will continue to serve as a resource to help Cheatham Countians whose lives are impacted by natural disaster.

     
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  • Hurricane Response Fund Established 2008

    When disaster strikes, Middle Tennesseans want to support their neighbors in need. As a permanent tool for those who wish to help the victims of hurricanes, The Community Foundation created this reusable fund.

     
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  • Japan Earthquake Response Fund Established 2011

    In response to the March 2011 devastating earthquakes in Japan and resulting tsunamis, The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee established this Fund to help in relief and recovery efforts. Grants from this fund will be made to nonprofit organizations working to address the situation in Japan.

     
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  • The Lifepoint Hospitals Disaster Response Fund Established 2010

    It must be great to be part of the LifePoint Family, a company which has repeatedly risen to help in time of crisis and make a difference for people in need. As Bill Carpenter, LifePoint Chairman and CEO, noted after natural disaster rocked Haiti in January 2010, In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Haiti, one thing is clear - the Haitian people are going to need help, not just now, but for the long-term as they begin to recover and rebuild lives ... the Fund will allow us to help them in recovery and rebuilding process. With this Fund in place, LifePoint has the opportunity to help in future disasters which affect any part of the world, and to act expeditiously to meet needs as they did in Haiti.

     
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  • Metro Nashville Disaster Response Fund Established 2002

    When Oklahoma City's Murrah Federal Building was bombed in April 1995, the country had never experienced such a disaster and was unprepared in many ways. Although the first response teams did an excellent job, just how to prepare for long-term needs was a puzzle. Generous people from across the world contributed financially to the cause, but many didn?t know where to send the money, and as a result, more than 80 charities handled donations, creating confusion, duplication of effort and inefficiency. In an effort to be prepared if disaster strikes, The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee established this vehicle in 2002, which has since become an integrated part of Nashville's official disaster manual created by the Office of Emergency Management. The Fund has been designated by the city of Nashville as the central repository for giving at the time of disaster.

     
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  • Nashville Rising Fund Established 2010

    Spearheaded by Tim McGraw and Faith Hill in the wake of the May 2010 flood, the Nashville Rising benefit concert served as a shining example of the power of music to ignite hope, to lift us up, and to unite a community. The concert, featuring an all-star line-up of two dozen artists and special guests for a sold-out crowd, raised over $2.2 million in ticket sales, donations and sponsorships for flood recovery. Proceeds from this once-in-a-lifetime event continue to help meet the needs of flood victims throughout Middle Tennessee through the dedicated work of local nonprofits on the front lines of recovery. For Faith and Tim's efforts to marshal the time, talent and treasure of so many who made the event possible, The Community Foundation cannot say enough thanks.

     
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  • The River Fund Established 2010

    On May 1 and May 2, 2010, the rain came. In the days following, the river rose and the flood grew worse. Shortly thereafter, Garth Brooks contacted The Community Foundation to say he wanted to help. And, help he did: not only the flood survivors of Tennessee but the entire city of Nashville, including the businesses downtown. On December 16 through the 22, 2010, Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood and a host of volunteers who rigged, lit, performed and more, made magic happen through nine concerts at Bridgestone Arena which brought in a total of $5 million to create The River Fund. Today, homes and lives are being rebuilt from the flood thanks to this incredible outpouring of support.

     
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  • Speak Now, Help Now Charitable Fund Established 2011

    When Taylor Swift witnessed coverage of devastating storms in the South in Spring 2011, she entrusted The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee to help facilitate charitable contributions supporting tornado relief in the region. Through this Fund, grants will be made to nonprofits serving victims of this disaster, and subsequently, other disasters.

     
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  • Tennessee Emergency Response Fund Established 2008

    The size and scope and circumstance of every disaster is different. The Tennessee Emergency Response Fund has been created so that our community will be prepared to handle a disaster. Through this Fund, The Community Foundation makes grants to nonprofit organizations providing vital services. Our work will, we know, free nonprofits up to concentrate on delivering vital services while we "connect generosity with need" and our community sets out to rebuild lives.

     
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  • Tennessee Farm Disaster Response Fund Established 2008

    Disaster can strike anywhere at any time. To be prepared to respond when farm communities are hit, The Tennessee Farm Bureau established this Fund. When disaster strikes, grants from this Fund are directed to farm and rural communities to help families rebuild the agricultural infrastructure and are intended to help those who have incurred substantial damage to their homes, farms and/or personal property. Those living in Tennessee counties which earn presidentially-declared disaster status will be eligible for help.

     
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  • Turner Family Disaster Relief Fund Established 2000

    News that a fellow employee has lost his or her home because of a flood, tornado or other natural disaster is something met with great sympathy. Thousands of Dollar General employees are spread across 35 states, and while many have neighbors, family and friends to offer support, others may be overwhelmed with the financial burden. To lend a helping hand, Cal Turner Sr. established the Turner Family Disaster Relief Fund, which offers one-time financial assistance to Dollar General employees recovering from a recent natural disaster.

     
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