Led by Rondal Richardson, the new foundation is a national extension of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee's entertainment philanthropy work.

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The Music Community Foundation (MCF), a national extension of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, has launched as a country-wide nonprofit hub with the aim to become a central force in helping music-driven philanthropic efforts.

Over nearly 30 years, the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has grown to a network of more than 120 industry partners. It has supported philanthropic endeavors by artists including Trisha Yearwood, Lainey Wilson, Kelsea Ballerini, Lauren Daigle and Chris Stapleton, with causes ranging from supporting animal nonprofits/shelters to mental health awareness initiatives.…