In the 1920s Chattanooga’s 9th Street was a music-filled hub of commerce and entertainment for the black community. Nicknamed the...
The Benwood Foundation supports community efforts that help make Chattanooga great. We believe that collective action is a crucial driver of civic change. It will take many voices and many hands to build a strong and inclusive City.
Mission & Values
The Benwood Foundation is focused on supporting leaders and initiatives that help strengthen the shared prosperity and inclusion in Chattanooga. Learn more about our mission and history here.
Focus Areas
Our focus areas reflect a deep commitment to support the continued development of Chattanooga into a thriving city, while better ensuring that more residents can participate in and benefit from the growing prosperity.
Featured Stories
Bread and Belonging: Daniela Peterson, Creative Placemaking Fellow, Trust for Public Land
Sitting with Daniela Peterson at Niedlov’s on Main Street, it’s easy to recognize that people know her here – really...
Toward An Urbanism of the South
When a community builds a road or a park or a public building, both the integrity of the design and...