The Chairman's Club
One Hundred men interested in changing the lives of underprivileged youth locally and across Eastern Tennessee. The Chairman’s Club provides grants to youth sports organizations, youth arts and culture clubs, youth education groups, youth health care associations, and more. Our overarching goal continues to be to support activities that empower one of East Tennessee’s greatest resources: our young people.
The Chairman’s Club provides a sophisticated and singular philanthropic opportunity. Each member of the Chairman’s Club can purchase an exclusive purple blazer—created specifically by legendary Knoxville tailors John H. Daniel. Unique events are held quarterly, including special breakfasts with noteworthy speakers, exclusive dinners featuring top chefs from across the United States, tailgating parties during University of Tennessee football season, and more. In addition, the Chairman’s Club aims to provide a distinct opportunity for fellowship and camaraderie among like-minded and philanthropically focused individuals.
In 2018, the Chairman’s Club Foundation was incorporated in the State of Tennessee as a 501( c)3 not-for-profit organization. The Chairman’s Club is proud to operate the Foundation with a 0% administration overhead, which means that 100% of the annual fees collected from members are given to children organizations. All operating and event expenses are paid for through ticket sales and private donations.
We believe in the company and comradeship of those seeking to make a difference – and we believe such a fraternity of patrons will further boost the success of the Chairman’s Club. Each member of the Chairman’s Club donates $1,000 annually and we ask for a 10 year commitment. Please join us as we celebrate the youth of East Tennessee!
In 2018, the Chairman’s Club Foundation was incorporated in the State of Tennessee as a 501( c)3 not-for-profit organization. The Chairman’s Club is proud to operate the Foundation with a 0% administration overhead, which means that 100% of the annual fees collected from members are given to children organizations. All operating and event expenses are paid for through ticket sales and private donations.
We believe in the company and comradeship of those seeking to make a difference – and we believe such a fraternity of patrons will further boost the success of the Chairman’s Club. Each member of the Chairman’s Club donates $1,000 annually and we ask for a 10 year commitment. Please join us as we celebrate the youth of East Tennessee!
Grants Given in 2022
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Camp Koinonia
Fountain City Celebrate Recovery Hoof and Harness Peninsula Hospital Pediatric Music Emerald Youth UT Medical Pediatric NICU Smoky Mountain Children’s Home Shop with a Cop |
$21,000
$15,000 $15,000 $13,000 $10,000 $10,000 $5,000 $5,000 |
A Total of $94,000 given in 2022 by 93 Active Chairman Club Members and 11 Junior Chairman members.
Grants Given in 2021
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East Tennessee Freedom School
Girls on the Run Family Justice Isaiah 117 House PEER Academy Knoxville Inner City Kids Shop with a COP |
$25,000
$22,000 $15,000 $12,500 $12,500 $8,000 $5,000 |
A Total of $100,000 given in 2021 by 97 Active Chairman Club Members and 11 Junior Chairman Members
Grants Given in 2020
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Friends of Tennessee Babies with Disabilities
First Tee (Williams Creek Youth Foundation) Boys & Girls Club (COVID Relief) Emerald Youth Koinonia Foundation Mission of Hope Salvation Army Children's Home Dogwood Arts Shop with a Cop |
$15,000
$12,500 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $9,000 $8,500 $5,000 $5,000 |
A Total of $85,000 given in 2020 by 80 Active Chairman’s Club Members and 10 Junior Chairman’s Club Members!
Grants Given in 2019
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STAR
Freedom School UT Medical NICU YOKE Second Harvest Smoky Mountian Childrens Home Shop with a COP |
$20,000
$20,000 $10,000 $7,500 $5,000 $5,000 $2,500 |
A Total of $70,000 given in 2019 from 65 Active Chairman’s Club Members and 10 Junior Chairman’s Club Members!
Grants Given in 2018
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Joy of Music
Koinenia Foundatio Emerald Youth Katerpillar Kids Centro Hispano Shop with a Cop |
$10,000
$10,000 $8,500 $8,500 $5,000 $2,500 |
A Total of $44,500 given in 2018 from 46 Active Chairman’s Club Members! We are hoping to grow our membership in 2019, so please feel free to contact us about membership today!
