Benwood Foundation

The Benwood Foundation is a private foundation focused on supporting shared prosperity in Chattanooga through strategic grant-making, collaborative problem-solving, and adaptive leadership. We partner with a number of entities – including nonprofits, other foundations, local government, community leaders, and businesses – to accomplish this work. Together, we leverage collective knowledge, creativity and resources for a greater impact than any of us can make alone. MISSION & VALUES At the Benwood Foundation, we work toward a vision of making the Chattanooga community a truly great place: Where commitment to both people and place creates new possibilities Where the growth, vitality, and prosperity of Downtown directly translates to new opportunities for people in other parts of our City Where all our children develop a sense of purpose and belief in a bright future. Where all Chattanoogans have the opportunity and agency to improve their lives, reach their full potential and strengthen their communities