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Boston–based New Balance Foundation (NBF) today announced $175,000 in grants to three non-profit organizations serving Tennessee as a part of their 2025-2026 grant cycle. These funds will provide support for youth development programs, expand access to healthy food and recreation, and strengthen education and career readiness initiatives.
The latest round of funding reflects NBF’s commitment to supporting the social and economic well-being of communities across Nashville.
“In line with our mission, we’re dedicated to supporting the communities our associates call home,” said Anne Davis, Managing Trustee of New Balance Foundation. “The children and families in these communities are in our backyard, and we’re proud to invest in organizations and initiatives that play a critical role in shaping the lives of young people across the state. This is a true testament to the values on which NBF was founded.”
Nashville-based recipients of the 2025-2026 grantmaking cycle include:
Backfield in Motion (Operational Support)
Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee (Feeding the Children of Wilson and Surrounding Counties Program)
Special Olympics Tennessee (Longitudinal Train 4 Life Research Study and Expansion Model Program)
In recent years, NBF has been investing in local non-profits serving the Nashville area to the tune of more than $300,000. In 2025 alone, the Foundation granted over $17 million across 12 countries, surpassing $165 million in philanthropic investments over 40+ years of giving.
The grants provided by the New Balance Foundation will support programming that benefits thousands of Tennessee residents, advancing food security, expanding access to recreation and early childhood education, and helping youth and families thrive.