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Tennessee disease-focused nonprofits

There are 405 medical disease and disorder focused nonprofits in Tennessee. Combined, these Tennessean disease-focused nonprofits employ 1,919 people, earn more than $463 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $654 million.
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Types of disease-focused nonprofits in Tennessee

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Organizations focused on specific diseases
 
97
 
$201,569,495
Cancer nonprofits
 
91
 
$80,844,200
Organ disease nonprofits
 
55
 
$125,349,708
Organizations supporting multiple disease or disorder focused nonprofits
 
30
 
$2,051,806
Medical specialty organizations
 
29
 
$20,981,105
Disease and disorder focused professional societies
 
27
 
$21,789,953
Genetic disorder and birth defect organizations
 
25
 
$7,566,296
Autism awareness organizations
 
23
 
$10,467,467
Arthritis, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy organizations
 
20
 
$1,694,222
HIV / AIDS focused organizations
 
17
 
$173,136,995
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Disease-focused nonprofits by major Tennessee cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Nashville
 
166
 
$186,565,553
Memphis
 
82
 
$56,286,749
Knoxville
 
53
 
$47,345,913
Chattanooga
 
41
 
$70,601,915
Kingsport
 
11
 
$15,322,699
Johnson City
 
10
 
$85,675,809
Clarksville
 
10
 
$35,233
Jackson, TN
 
6
 
$261,149
Cleveland, TN
 
2
 
$0
Morristown
 
1
 
$0
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Job trends for Tennessee disease-focused nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
67
1-10
 
47
11-25
 
15
26-100
 
12
101 to 1,000
 
5
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of disease-focused nonprofits in Tennessee

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
115
$250k to $1M
 
44
$1M to $5M
 
32
$5M to $25M
 
7
$25M to $100M
 
4
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of disease-focused nonprofits in Tennessee

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Cempa Community Care

Cempa Community Care champions healthy communities, provides support and prevention services, and offers high-quality care for those impacted by HIV/STIs.
Revenue
$60.9m
Assets
$40.6m
Employees
124
EIN
62-1325543
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Nashville Cares

Nashville Cares fights HIV and sexual health stigma through prevention, education, advocacy, treatment, and client-centered support, including case management, clinic care, and assistance.
Revenue
$75.2m
Assets
$29.6m
Employees
115
EIN
62-1274532
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Christian Medical & Dental Associations (CMDA)

Christian Medical & Dental Associations motivates, educates and equips Christian healthcare professionals to glorify God by serving with professional excellence as witnesses of Christ's love and compassion to all peoples.
Revenue
$15.3m
Assets
$24.2m
Employees
110
EIN
36-2284267
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville

Knoxville's Autism Breakthrough provides residential and in-home services, supported employment, therapeutic recreation, transition programs, and respite.
Revenue
$6.6m
Assets
$3.6m
Employees
0
EIN
62-1834568
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Memphis Lung Physicians Foundation

Since 1980, Memphis Lung Physicians Foundation has been caring for patients in the Memphis, Tennessee area with chest, lung, and breathing-related diseases.
Revenue
$16.4m
Assets
$7.5m
Employees
116
EIN
45-2832975
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Gastrointestinal Specialists Foundation

Expert gastrointestinal medical practice providing unparalleled quality care, specializing in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of digestive disorders.
Revenue
$10.6m
Assets
$5.2m
Employees
57
EIN
35-2461541
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation

The Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation enhances cancer care in Alaska by improving access, reducing financial burdens, and fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals.
Revenue
$53.7m
Assets
$285.1m
Employees
39
EIN
88-1950708
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wellmont Cardiology Services

WCS delivers the best care, acquired Cardiovascular Associates' assets in 2010 to provide comprehensive cardiovascular services in Johnson City, TN.
Revenue
$81.8m
Assets
$8.5m
Employees
417
EIN
26-3557623
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Friends for Life Corporation

Friends for Life Corporation supports people affected by HIV/AIDS through testing, clinical and behavioral care, nutrition and housing assistance, and community prevention education.
Revenue
$11.5m
Assets
$15.3m
Employees
91
EIN
62-1511959
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Positively Living

Positively Living serves vulnerable groups stuggling to survive the challenges created by hiv/aids, homelessness, mental illness, addiction and disabilities.
Revenue
$21.2m
Assets
$6.1m
Employees
54
EIN
62-1698383
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pat Summitt Foundation

Through the life and legacy of Pat Summitt, the Foundation advances research, provides support for patients and caregivers, and promote education and awareness about alzheimer's disease.
Revenue
$9.3m
Assets
$8.8m
Employees
4
EIN
33-2018229
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Chattanooga Cancer Support Services

Chattanooga Cancer Support Services is a cancer nonprofit in Chattanooga, TN whose mission is: Chattanooga Cancer Support Services has been serving our community for over 80 years.
Revenue
$3.9m
Assets
$33.6m
Employees
6
EIN
62-6041950
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Brett Boyer Foundation

The Brett Boyer Foundation raises awareness and funds research for CHD while spreading love and awareness for those with Down Syndrome.
Revenue
$4.8m
Assets
$13.3m
Employees
4
EIN
82-3179454
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Nashville Wine Auction

Nashville Wine Auction unites the wine community to raise funds for cancer research and support through world-class fundraising events.
Revenue
$4.8m
Assets
$2.9m
Employees
9
EIN
71-0918163
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bridges for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Bridges for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing strives to be the hub of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities, serving them through a variety of programs from birth through elder years.
Revenue
$3.7m
Assets
$3.1m
Employees
36
EIN
62-0498798
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Gilda's Club Middle Tennessee

A free Nashville-based center providing emotional and social support for individuals, families, and friends affected by cancer through support and networking groups.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$7.4m
Employees
18
EIN
62-1614190
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Harwood Center

Harwood Center provides education and therapy services for children with special developmental needs aged birth to 5 years old in Memphis.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$4.6m
Employees
66
EIN
62-1104419
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Crumley House Head Injury Rehabilitation -- Crumley House Head Injury Day Rehab

The Crumley House goal is to provide assistance and support to those with traumatic brain injury as they transition from acute rehabilitation to gaining independence.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$4.7m
Employees
55
EIN
58-1988511
IRS type
501(c)(3)

West Cancer Foundation

A Memphis-based foundation funding cancer education, research, and outreach, providing patient resources, transportation, support programs, prostheses and clothing.
Revenue
$3.6m
Assets
$4.9m
Employees
13
EIN
84-4118484
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Alzheimers Tennessee

Alzheimers Tennessee supports families affected by Alzheimer's, promotes brain health, advocates for rights, and provides education and resources for caregivers and professionals.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
23
EIN
62-1206312
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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