Ways to Give

At Heart of the Cumberland, every gift makes a meaningful difference. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we rely entirely on the generosity of donors like you to provide hope and healing to grieving children, youth, and adults—both in our community and in local public schools. Below are several ways to support our mission, each offering a unique opportunity to help us walk alongside those navigating loss. Thanks to donors like you, we can bring comfort and hope to those who need it most.

Make an Online Donation

Support Heart of the Cumberland by making an online gift, either in honor of or in memory of a loved one or as a general donation. Every contribution helps grieving children, youth, and adults find hope and healing in our community and schools.

Give Now

Donate Snacks

Heart of the Cumberland’s Best Groups program serves more than 500 students in Putnam County Schools each year, providing a snack to each child at every weekly session. Your generosity helps make this possible—choose items from our Amazon Snack Wishlist below to support our students in a simple but meaningful way.

Donate Snacks

Legacy Giving

Leave a lasting impact by including Heart of the Cumberland in your will or estate plans. Your thoughtful gift helps ensure grieving children and families receive hope and healing for years to come.

Plan a Legacy Gift

Volunteer

Share your time and compassion by helping create safe, welcoming spaces for those who are grieving. Whether you serve as a co-facilitator or assist with special events, your presence makes a lasting difference in the lives of others seeking hope and healing.

Volunteer Today

Donor-Advised Fund Giving

Support Heart of the Cumberland by recommending a grant through your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF). It’s a simple, flexible way to make a meaningful gift while maximizing your charitable giving strategy.

Donor-Advised Fund Giving

Qualified Charitable Distributions

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) enable you to direct funds from your IRA directly to Heart of the Cumberland, satisfying your required minimum distributions without increasing your taxable income. This tax-savvy approach amplifies your support for our programs while streamlining your retirement giving.

Qualified Charitable Distributions

Donation by Cash or Check

You can bring cash or check donations to our office or you can mail your donation to us at:

PO Box 2474

Cookeville, TN 38502