CFMT’s TIP program works with rising fifth through eighth grade Metro Nashville public school students who have extraordinary talent, but who may not be able to explore their skill because of limiting financial or other circumstances. The goal is to provide individualized attention and enrichment opportunities for these students, and to continue investing in their talents as they make progress.

How it works
Talented students are identified by a teacher, school counselor or principal and recommended to The Community Foundation through an application available twice yearly. We review applications to determine how grant funds can provide opportunities. Once approved, a tailored, meaningful enrichment experience is developed, with involvement of the person making the recommendation.

As skills and talents differ, so will programs and opportunities for students. It may be an art course outside of school, an advanced science or math class, singing lessons, a session with someone with similar talent, or a visit to an archaeological dig, to name a few possibilities. After evaluation of a TIP participant’s experience, an application for additional opportunities is available through a school teacher or counselor.

FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS
Apply through your GATE Teacher or School Counselor