The Nissan Foundation has awarded $655,000 in grants to 26 nonprofit organizations from across the country during a special luncheon commemorating the their 20th anniversary.
One recipient is Children's Museum Corporation of Rutherford County, which operates the Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, receiving $45,000. The Nissan Foundation has distributed grants to more than 100 nonprofit organizations that offer educational programs that foster a greater appreciation and understanding of America's diverse cultural heritage.
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Three social enterprises were recognized at the 2013 President’s Challenge Social Enterprise Award for their major contributions to society. SATA CommHealth and Bliss Restaurant landed Social Enterprise of the Year titles, while Bettr Barista Coffee Academy bagged the award for Social Enterprise Start-up of the Year.