Lebanon Local Charities
New Leash on Life
Dedicated to improving the welfare of companion animals in our community through shelter, placement, spay/neuter, education, and awareness as a humane association.
Audience of One Productions Inc.
Educational theater company serving the local children, students, and adults.
Cedar Seniors Inc.
Compassionate Hands Inc.
Assists homeless people and others facing emergency housing crises in Wilson County.
DrugFree WilCo
Prevents and reduces drug misuse and addiction among youth and adults through education, communication, and an awareness of resources.
Fiddlers Grove Foundation Inc.
Preserves the history of Wilson County and its heritage, arts, and skills. Done by preserving buildings, artifacts, and oral and written histories and engaging the public through exhibitions, education, and hands-on experiences.
Friends of Cedars of Lebanon State Park Inc.
Assists Cedars of Lebanon State Park in preserving, enhancing, and protecting the natural and cultural resources of the park for the enrichment of present and future generations.
Healing Broken Vessels Inc.
Addresses the needs of unskilled, non-professional, and economically disadvantaged women in Wilson County by providing essential educational services: basic computer training, life development skills, and other supportive services.
Honeybee Tennessee
Educates communities on the important role honeybees play in agriculture and our environment. Seeks to inspire Tennesseans to take action to protect, preserve, and foster the state’s honeybee population.
Leadership Wilson Inc.
Provides community and governmental education to youth and adults regarding the operation of state, county, and local nonprofit agencies for the betterment of the community.
Lebanon Senior Citizens Center
Provides education, physical fitness, social and other activities, and resources to senior citizens in the community.
Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce
Providing information and promotion of Lebanon and Wilson County.
Master Gardeners of Wilson County
Educates and engages in projects, fostering horticulture and related activities for the residential community of Wilson County in support of University of Tennessee Extension programs.
Joseph’s Storehouse Food Ministry
Providing food to those in need in Wilson and surrounding counties.
Operation Headshot
Provides tools for transitioning military members, veterans, and their spouses. Committed to helping them build a brand, expand their network, and become self-sufficient as they navigate life beyond military service.
Operation Rose
Educates and creates actionable solutions to preventing and combating human trafficking in Tennessee.
Our Sisters Keeper Inc.
Advocates for women during and after their time in the criminal justice system.
Permobil Foundation
Offers valuable support and assistance that improves the quality of life for those with mobility limitations on a local, regional, and national level.
Phoebe Connections Inc.
Helps widows adjust to a new life after the loss of a spouse by providing a place of fellowship and a platform of service.
Southern STARRS Inc.
Provides therapeutic horseback riding and animal-assisted activities for individuals with disabilities.
The ERDie Project
Committed to finding a cure for pediatric bone sarcomas and providing financial assistance to families facing childhood bone cancer.
Wilson County Black History Committee
Preserving the memory of African American founders and embracing all cultures through exhibits, historical audio, and video. Hosts storytelling special presentations and events for all ages.
United Way of Wilson County
Enhances the quality of life through a combined effort of individuals and organizations pulling together to address health and human service needs in Wilson County and the Upper Cumberland.
Wilson County Books From Birth
Provides educational opportunities and the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program to the youth of Wilson County.
Wilson County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)
Provides trained volunteers who advocate in court for the stability and healthy development of abused and neglected children.
Wilson County Civic League
Preserving and strengthening the community by offering programs and activities for disadvantaged citizens.
Wilson County Community Help Center
Assists those within the Wilson County area needing food, clothing, medical, and utility assistance.
Wilson’s WAYS
Aims to break the cycle of generational foster care, incarceration, and homelessness by providing wraparound youth service for young adults ages 15-25 who have aged out of foster care or are otherwise unaccompanied.
Middle Tennessee Pow Wow Inc.
Holds the annual WilCo Pow Wow and helps dispel stereotypes of Native Americans, educating the public on Native American culture and history.
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1004
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1004: Supporting veterans in veteran’s hospitals and homes, as well as local veterans, their families, and stranded veterans.
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Statewide Charities in TN
Blue Monarch
18-24 month residential recovery community for women and children suffering from abuse and addiction.
The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee
Provides captive elephants with individualized care, the companionship of a herd, and the opportunity to live out their lives in a safe haven. Educates the public on the complex needs of elephants in captivity and the crisis facing elephants in the wild.
The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project
Assists other nonprofits in securing funds to help causes that benefit veterans of the United States Armed Forces.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Advances cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment.
Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee
Distributes donated food to hunger relief agencies and programs across Middle Tennessee.
American Red Cross Tennessee Region
Volunteers and staff work to deliver vital services – from providing relief and support to those in crisis to helping them be prepared to respond in emergencies.
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation
Supports the conservation efforts of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency through youth outreach, land acquisition, and wildlife management initiatives.
FINDINGbalance
Provides easily accessible, Christ-centered resources for those seeking freedom from food and body image issues.
Soles4Souls
Turning unwanted shoes and clothing into opportunities by keeping them from going to waste, providing relief, creating jobs, and empowering people to break the cycle of poverty.
Exotic Avian Sanctuary of Tennessee
Offers sanctuary to unadoptable parrots, and lifetime care to parrots whose guardians wish to give their companions sanctuary for life. Provides natural environments for enrichment, flight and togetherness of a flock, and outside aviaries for fresh air and sunshine. Provides adoption services for well-socialized parrots who desire human companionship.
Friends Of The Troops
Supports deployed and stateside service members by sending cards and care packages, helping their families in times of need. Sends cards to veterans and serves those who are homeless by providing hygiene kits and other items of comfort.
Wolf PAWS Inc.
Rescuing abandoned and abused wolf-dogs, providing a permanent sanctuary for them, and educating the public about responsible and humane care of wolf-dogs as pets.
Listening Hearts
Horse Haven of Tennessee
Advocates for, rescues, protects, and defends equines from abuse and neglect in Tennessee.
Project K-9 Hero
Assists with medical costs, rehabilitation, rehoming, food, and end-of-duty services to ensure the best quality of life for retired police K-9s and military working dogs.
Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network
Statewide organization promoting awareness and providing education and resources related to suicide prevention.
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Nationwide Charities
American Heart Association
The largest not-for-profit funding source for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease research next to the federal government.
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America
Fulfills life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Fighting cruelty, rescuing and securing adoptions for animals in need, and driving significant legislative change that protects their lives and welfare.
Disabled American Veterans
Provides services and advocacy to injured military personnel.
Feeding America
The largest charity working to end hunger in the United States.
American Cancer Society
Improving the lives of cancer patients and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
Special Olympics
Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
Collects new, unwrapped toys and distributes those toys to less fortunate children at Christmas.
Patient Access Network Foundation
Providing financial assistance that helps people afford their prescription medications. Serving as a critical safety net for people who are living with chronic and rare diseases and who, despite their insurance coverage, need more help.
American Civil Liberties Union and Foundation
Fights to defend various individual rights listed in the U.S. Constitution.
Shriners Hospitals for Children
Devoted to providing high-quality specialty medical care to children and families, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status.