Established in 1997, the HCA Healthcare Foundation's Middle Tennessee Fund invests in nonprofits that strengthen the health and wellbeing of our communities. We focus on organizations addressing basic needs, primary care, health and wellbeing, education, and nonprofit capacity building - with priority given to those fostering authentic connections with HCA Healthcare colleagues through board service and volunteer engagement.

Grant opportunities in 2026

The Foundation will offer three funding cycles in 2026:

  • General Operating & Program Grants: Considered in Q2, Q3, and Q4.
  • Capital Requests: Invitation-only and considered exclusively in Q4.

Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations established for at least three years and headquartered in Davidson, Williamson, Wilson, Rutherford, Cheatham, Dickson, Robertson, or Sumner Counties.

HCA Healthcare Foundation (Middle Tennessee Fund) 2026 Dates


Quarter 2 Quarter 3 Quarter 4
Office Hours February 5, 2026 May 14, 2026 August 12, 2026
Application Deadline March 6, 2026 June 19, 2026 September 11, 2026
Board Meeting May 6, 2026 August 26, 2026 November 11, 2026