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2026 Grant Cycle (Spring) is sponsored by Dettwiller Foundation. The Dettwiller Foundation supports a diverse range of initiatives across Tennessee, continuing the charitable legacy of Fred Dettwiller. The foundation funds projects that provide community benefits in the areas of faith, wellness, culture, education, and public safety. For the 2026 cycle, first-time applicants or those not funded in the last 18 months must first submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) to be invited to the full application stage.
Geographic focus: Tennessee
Focus areas: Religious, Educational, The Arts, Health & Human Services, Law Enforcement & First Responders
Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
Encouraging the best within us, Embracing what lies beyond us, Enriching life for all of us. The welcome sign is always out, a helping hand is ever ready. Fostering Fred Dettwiller’s charitable legacy through grantmaking that supports a diverse range of initiatives, including religious, educational, the arts, health and human services, as well as support of law enforcement and first responders, with a focus on Tennessee. Use every opportunity to learn. Energy and enthusiasm usually win the day. Don't let ego get in the way. A leader in Tennessee’s business and religious communities, and a friend to many, Fred Dettwiller was one of the most remarkable, multi-faceted Tennesseans of his generation. A man who excelled at everything he put his hand to – and who always had his hand in several endeavors at once – Fred Dettwiller was a thoughtful, comfortably introverted yet strong and active leader who accomplished much and touched many lives by not letting his ego get in the way of making a difference. Owner of one of Tennessee’s largest beverage distributors, Det Distributing, Fred Dettwiller was also an ordained priest who served as a canon in the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee and established the chaplaincy program at Metropolitan Nashville Airport’s public safety department. He also served as chaplain at several other local, state and national public safety agencies, including the Secret Service. As reflected in the Dettwiller Foundation’s areas of focus, he also championed civil rights, education and the arts through his lifelong, deep involvement in the Tennessee and Mid-South community. Fred Dettwiller's vocation was to make the world a better place than he found it - a vocation that will continue through the Dettwiller Foundation. Learn about the legacy of our founder, Fred Dettwiller , in Law Enforcement & First Responders Grant applications will be accepted for the 2026 grant cycle from February 2, 2026 through May 15, 2026, and July 1, 2026 through October 15, 2026. We encourage applicants to have an updated profile on GivingMatters prior to submitting a grant application. If you have questions before submitting a grant application, please feel free to email info@dettwillerfoundation.org or call 615-707-2312. Father Fred Dettwiller Tribute Have a question about Dettwiller Foundation? Please use this form to submit your questions and comments. Thank you. Grant Cycle Dates: Applications for the 2026 grant cycle will be accepted from February 2 through May 15, and July 1 through October 15. The Board of Directors will finalize funding decisions for 2026 in June and December with disbursements in July
Application snapshot: target deadline May 15, 2026; published funding information $10,000 - $30,000; eligibility guidance Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with at least 3 years of operation and an annual operating budget of at least $300,000. Organizations must be based in or serve communities within Tennessee.
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Encouraging the best within us, Embracing what lies beyond us, Enriching life for all of us. The welcome sign is always out, a helping hand is ever ready. Fostering Fred Dettwiller’s charitable legacy through grantmaking that supports a diverse range of initiatives, including religious, educational, the arts, health and human services, as well as support of law enforcement and first responders, with a focus on Tennessee.
Use every opportunity to learn. Energy and enthusiasm usually win the day. Don't let ego get in the way.
A leader in Tennessee’s business and religious communities, and a friend to many, Fred Dettwiller was one of the most remarkable, multi-faceted Tennesseans of his generation.
A man who excelled at everything he put his hand to – and who always had his hand in several endeavors at once – Fred Dettwiller was a thoughtful, comfortably introverted yet strong and active leader who accomplished much and touched many lives by not letting his ego get in the way of making a difference.
Owner of one of Tennessee’s largest beverage distributors, Det Distributing, Fred Dettwiller was also an ordained priest who served as a canon in the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee and established the chaplaincy program at Metropolitan Nashville Airport’s public safety department. He also served as chaplain at several other local, state and national public safety agencies, including the Secret Service.
As reflected in the Dettwiller Foundation’s areas of focus, he also championed civil rights, education and the arts through his lifelong, deep involvement in the Tennessee and Mid-South community. Fred Dettwiller's vocation was to make the world a better place than he found it - a vocation that will continue through the Dettwiller Foundation.
Learn about the legacy of our founder, Fred Dettwiller , in Law Enforcement & First Responders Grant applications will be accepted for the 2026 grant cycle from February 2, 2026 through May 15, 2026, and July 1, 2026 through October 15, 2026. We encourage applicants to have an updated profile on GivingMatters prior to submitting a grant application.
If you have questions before submitting a grant application, please feel free to email info@dettwillerfoundation. org or call 615-707-2312. Father Fred Dettwiller Tribute Have a question about Dettwiller Foundation?
Please use this form to submit your questions and comments. Thank you. Grant Cycle Dates: Applications for the 2026 grant cycle will be accepted from February 2 through May 15, and July 1 through October 15.
The Board of Directors will finalize funding decisions for 2026 in June and December with disbursements in July 2026 and January 2027. 2026 Grant Cycle Update: Beginning in 2026, the Foundation will require first-time applicants and organizations returning after at least 18 months without funding to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) before being invited to complete a full application.
The Letter of Intent should briefly summarize your organization’s mission, the proposed project or purpose of funding, the population served, how your work aligns with the Foundation’s mission, and your annual operating budget. Eligible applicants must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit for a minimum of three years and have an annual operating budget of at least $300,000.
The Dettwiller Foundation does not support: Individuals or their projects Disease-specific organizations seeking support for national research projects or programs Other grantmaking organizations Projects, programs, or organizations with a limited audience Letters of Intent should be emailed to info@dettwillerfoundation. org.
After submitting an LOI, the organization must wait to receive an invitation from the Foundation before proceeding with a full application. Submission: You may submit your grant application by either completing the form below on our website or by sending a Microsoft Word or PDF file, along with any supporting documents, directly to info@dettwillerfoundation. org.
Processing: Applications will be reviewed and processed throughout the year. Follow-up visits or in-person meetings may be required. Submission Note: If you are submitting via the website form, please click SUBMIT only once .
Large file uploads may take a few minutes to process. Contact Information: For inquiries or meeting requests prior to submission of a Letter of Intent or grant application, please email info@dettwillerfoundation. org or call 615-707-2312.
We encourage applicants to have an updated profile on GivingMatters prior to submitting a grant application.
Please briefly describe your proposal and how it aligns with the mission of the Dettwiller Foundation, which is: “Fostering Fred Dettwiller’s charitable legacy through grant-making that supports a diverse range of initiatives, including religious, educational, the arts, health and human services, as well as support of law enforcement and first responders, with a focus on Tennessee.
” Section Two: Organization information Please provide the following details about your organization. If any of this information is included in your Giving Matters profile, simply indicate “Giving Matters” Please provide the name of your organization and mission statement. Tell us about the history of your organization.
Tell us about your current programs and activities. Please list the five largest grants received in the prior fiscal year, including grantor and amount. Provide your IRS EIN number.
Please upload or attach the following financial documents if they are not included in your organization's Giving Matters profile Most recent IRS 501(c)(3) Determination Letter Most recent IRS Form 990 (including Schedule A) Section Three: Proposal details Please indicate amount of grant request. Is this request for operating support or a specific project/program request? Please describe the purpose and objectives of your proposal.
What is the projected number to be served by the program/project or service? Please provide an overview of timeline and proposed budget if request is for a specific project or program. Please list any partners in this proposal, and the partner's role and your relationship with them.
Please describe your plan for sustainability of the project or initiative after the grant award has been exhausted. Section Four: Evaluation information Please describe the desired measurable outcomes and their anticipated timeline if request is for a specific project or program. Please describe how you intend to measure and report on the effectiveness of the proposal.
Section Five: Supplementary information Please upload/attach your annual report if not included in your organization's Giving Matters profile. Please include any supplementary documents which you feel will be essential to the review committee. Section Six: Contact information Law Enforcement & First Responders
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with at least 3 years of operation and an annual operating budget of at least $300,000. Organizations must be based in or serve communities within Tennessee. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $10,000 - $30,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is May 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
