Chamber Foundation

About

The Goodlettsville Chamber Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization with a board of directors established according to the Foundation’s bylaws. The board has no employees. The Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce provides staff support for general administration, financial accounting services and fundraising at no cost to the Foundation.

Purpose

The purpose of the Goodlettsville Chamber Foundation is the promotion of social welfare by advancing the educational, civic, economic and cultural interests of the city of Goodlettsville. The objective is to promote the growth of the city by developing leadership with a dynamic and innovative vision for the future; linking the business community in partnership with educational, governmental and non-profit organizations; and serving as a vehicle for research, planning and community education.

Preference may be given to organizations that have committed their own funds to the proposed project.

Eligibility

Applicants must:
• Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or public entity (e.g., school or library)
• Operate programs or services in Goodlettsville, TN
• Offer non-discriminatory, publicly accessible services
• Chamber membership encouraged, but not required
• Prior recipients are encouraged to apply again

We do not fund:
• Political or partisan efforts
• Religious activities
• Individuals

Application Information

Grant amount: $250 - $2500

Application Deadline: January 30, 2026

Grants will be awarded at the Chamber Gala in February.

Application Procedures: Please submit the following using the online application. Questions may be sent to info@goodlettsvillechamber.com.

The following are required:
• Goodlettsville Chamber Foundation Grant Application.
• Copy of current 501(c)(3) letter verifying their non-profit status, or copy of page 1 of IRS Form 990 (if applicable)
• If a school is applying, the principal must approve the application ensuring the project would be implemented at that school.

Additional information may be requested by the Goodlettsville Chamber Foundation Board once the application is reviewed.

Goodlettsville Chamber Foundation Board

● Chair: Amanda Sutton, Des Case
● Chair Elect: Devin Park
● Secretary: Alayna Barton-Peters
● Treasurer: Chip Pitzer, C.D. Pitzer Company, P.C.

● Member: Jim Thomas
● Member: Jesse Walker
● Member: Mary Laine Hucks, City of Goodlettsville Communications Director

● Member: Brian Manning
● Member: Jennifer Duncan, Goodlettsville City Commissioner

Charitable Contributions Application

The Goodlettsville Chamber Foundation welcomes applications* up until January 30th, 2026. Grant winners will be awarded at the Chamber Gala in February, 2026. If you have any questions regarding qualifications for eligibility, wish to learn more about the Foundation, or have need of other areas of support, please contact the Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce at (615) 859-7979.

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*DOWNLOAD & PRINT APPLICATION

2026 Goodlettsville Chamber Foundation Recipients

This year, the Goodlettsville Chamber Foundation proudly awarded 6 grants totaling more than $8,500 to nonprofits serving the Goodlettsville community. 💛

Congratulations to our 2026 grant recipients:
✨ Community Life Bridge
✨ GoodWorks
✨ Leadership Goodlettsville
✨ Madison Creek Elementary PTO
✨ Music Amplifies
✨ Three Sisters Heritage Center Inc.

These hardworking organizations are making a meaningful impact in our community, and we are honored to support the important work they do.

A heartfelt thank you to our Chamber members who generously donate to the Chamber Foundation. Your support makes these grants, and this impact, possible.

If you have any questions regarding qualifications for eligibility, wish to learn more about the Foundation, or have need of other areas of support, please contact the Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce at (615) 859-7979.