Gallatin Shalom Zone

What Gallatin Shalom Zone does

Gallatin Shalom Zone is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community resource center incorporated on November 5, 1999, and headquartered at 600 Small Street, Suite 107, Gallatin, Tennessee. The organization operates out of the historic former Union High School building (deeded in 2004, built 1950 during segregation), which it renovated starting in 2008 and now shares with multiple co-located partner agencies. Its stated mission is to engage residents of the Clearview Heights community and broader Sumner County in healing, peace, education, reconciliation, and self-sufficiency.

The organization delivers a portfolio of free programs across four core audiences: children (After-School Enrichment for grades 1–5, Summer Enrichment Camp with sports/swimming/arts/STEM, Botball Coding & Robotics Camp via partnership with KISS Institute); youth (Urban Leadership Experience civics program for middle and high schoolers); adults (free English as a Second Language instruction with childcare); and the wider community (Hygiene & Diaper Pantry, Street Feed grab-and-go meals at six locations, Community Saturday events, Back to School Bash, Toys for Tots distribution). Program registration is handled through an online NeonCRM portal. The organization also convenes the Sumner County Collaborative, a monthly networking body of over 100 local nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and government agencies.

Revenue is sourced exclusively from charitable contributions — individual donations, corporate sponsorships, government and foundation grants (notably $250,000 from Meta in 2024 and $500,000 from the State of Tennessee in 2025), in-kind contributions from construction and trade partners, and program-specific grants from foundations such as Scarlett Family Foundation, United Way of Sumner County, Dollar General Literacy Foundation, and the City of Gallatin. All programs are provided free of charge to participants. The organization is currently conducting a $3 million capital campaign for the Legacy Gym Revitalization project, of which $1.5 million remained unfunded as of the latest disclosed snapshot, with approximately 50% secured through a mix of in-kind labor (DPR Construction, Rosendin Electric, Harris Mechanical, and others), the Meta gift, and the state appropriation. The leadership team comprises an Executive Director (Bethany Sullivan), Assistant Director, Operations Manager, and dedicated program coordinators, supported by a 12-member Board of Directors with representation from civic, faith, and corporate stakeholders.

Name

Gallatin Shalom Zone

Legal name

Gallatin Shalom Zone

Website

https://gallatinshalomzone.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Gallatin Shalom Zone is a Tennessee-based 501(c)(3) community resource center offering free educational, enrichment, and support programs for children, youth, adults, and families across Sumner County, funded by donations, grants, and in-kind contributions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (81341), Child and Youth Services (624110), Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community Center Education Programs (EDAAAFAB), Community & Nonprofit Before/After Care Programs (Early Years) (EDACAHAD)

Keywords

• Community resource center
• After-school enrichment
• Summer youth programs
• ESL adult education
• Nonprofit community services

Headquarters

HQ city

Gallatin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: The organization raises operating funds through individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising campaigns. Donations support programs including Undie Drive, Hoodie Drive, Summer Camp, Urban Leadership Experience, Summer Street Feed, Community Saturday, After-School Program, ESL Program, and Toys for Tots. A specific Legacy Gym Revitalization campaign aims to raise $3M with $1.5M still needed.
2. Government and Foundation Grants: The organization receives funding from government entities and foundations. Notable grants include $500K from the State of Tennessee Senate for the Legacy Gym capital campaign, $250K from Meta for gym preservation, and support from Scarlett Family Foundation and United Way of Sumner County for specific programs like Urban Leadership Experience.
3. In-Kind Donations and Partner Contributions: The organization receives significant in-kind contributions from corporate partners including DPR Construction, Rosendin Electric, Harris Mechanical, Cherry Coatings, Porter Roofing, OES, Equipment, Summit Concrete, EIG, Volunteer Rebar, Brundage Bone, SRM Concrete, Sherwin Williams, Sunbelt Rentals, and Rockwood Solutions for gym renovation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Gallatin Shalom Zone is a community resource center that delivers free educational enrichment, youth leadership, adult ESL, and basic-needs support programs to children, youth, adults, and families in Sumner County, Tennessee. All programs—including After-School Enrichment, Summer Enrichment Camp, Botball Coding & Robotics Camp, Urban Leadership Experience, ESL classes, Community Saturday events, the Hygiene & Diaper Pantry, and Street Feed meals—are provided at no cost to participants and are funded through donations, grants, and community partner contributions.

Product overview

Gallatin Shalom Zone operates as a community resource center offering a portfolio of free programs and services focused on children, youth, families, and individuals in Sumner County, Tennessee. The organization provides educational enrichment programs (After-School Program, Summer Enrichment Camp, Botball Coding & Robotics Camp), youth leadership development (Urban Leadership Experience), adult education (English as a Second Language), and community support services (Community Saturday events, Hygiene & Diaper Pantry, Street Feed). The organization also serves as a hub for community collaboration through the Sumner County Collaborative network. Additionally, Gallatin Shalom Zone is undertaking a major capital project to revitalize the historic Legacy Gym at the former Union High School building.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• After-School Enrichment Program Free academic assistance and enrichment program for 1st-5th graders offering meals, homework help, and activities promoting physical and spiritual well-being. Operates at the Gallatin Shalom Zone facility.
• Summer Enrichment Camp Free multi-week summer camp for students completing Kindergarten through 5th grade featuring sports, swimming, arts, music, literacy, and STEM activities with meals included.
• Botball Coding & Robotics Camp Free weeklong summer camp teaching robotics and coding skills to youth, offered in partnership with KISS Institute. Participants create and control robots with no prior experience required.
• Urban Leadership Experience Free civics and leadership program for middle and high school students featuring character development, community engagement, workforce preparation, and educational trips.
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Free English language instruction for adult learners age 18+ covering reading, writing, and speaking skills, with free childcare provided during classes. Classes operate August-May.
• Community Saturday Free monthly community event providing resources, activities, and support services including the Back to School Bash in August.
• Hygiene & Diaper Pantry Free monthly distribution of hygiene items and diapers to Sumner County residents, operating Wednesdays 10am-2pm from January through November.
• Street Feed Program Free grab-and-go meal distribution for youth 18 and under at 6 locations across Sumner County during June and July.
• Sumner County Collaborative Monthly networking group connecting over 100 local nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and government agencies to share resources and prevent service duplication across Sumner County.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free programs served children, youth, adults, and families across Sumner County including after-school enrichment, summer camp, robotics, ESL, leadership development, hygiene/diaper pantry, community events, and food programs

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• KISS Institute for Interactive LearningcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1996Partnership to deliver Botball Coding and Robotics programs for students. KISS Institute provides curriculum and support for GSZ to offer free robotics and coding education to children and youth in Sumner County. Programs include after-school enrichment and weeklong summer camps.
• DPR ConstructionmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDPR Construction is one of the key in-kind donors contributing to the Legacy Gym revitalization project, providing construction expertise and labor.
• Rosendin ElectricmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRosendin Electric provided in-kind electrical work as part of the Legacy Gym renovation project, one of the first partners to commit support.
• Harris MechanicalmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHarris Mechanical contributed in-kind mechanical systems work for the Legacy Gym revitalization project.
• Mid-Cumberland Head StartcoreOthersEarly childhood education provider operating from the GSZ building, offering preschool services to Sumner County families at or below market value office space.
• Mid-Cumberland Community Action AgencycoreOthersCommunity action agency providing services from GSZ building, offering resources and support to Sumner County residents at or below market value office space.
• NAACP Sumner CountycoreOthersCivil rights organization operating from GSZ building, providing advocacy and resources at or below market value office space.
• Gallatin Police Department - NorthcoreOthersMunicipal police department operating a satellite office from the GSZ building, enhancing community safety and accessibility at or below market value.
• Volunteer Behavioral HealthcoreOthersBehavioral health services provider operating from GSZ building, offering mental health and support services at or below market value office space.
• Nashville Community Resource CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Hygiene & Diaper Pantry program, providing essential hygiene items and diapers to Sumner County residents free of charge.
• Nashville DiapercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Hygiene & Diaper Pantry program, supplying diapers and hygiene products for distribution to families in need.
• RotarysupportingOthersLocal Rotary club partner supporting GSZ programs and community initiatives.
• United Way of Sumner CountycoreOthersMajor community partner supporting multiple GSZ programs including ESL and Urban Leadership Experience.
• Toys for TotscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMarine Toys for Tots Foundation program distributing toys to children in need through GSZ during the holiday season (November-December).

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Broad incumbents

• Salvation Army of Nashville: National social services organization providing emergency assistance, food, and community programs in the Nashville region — overlaps with GSZ's basic-needs and community services but within a much broader portfolio.
• Catholic Charities of Tennessee: Large, established statewide social services organization covering case management, emergency assistance, and community support — operates in an overlapping space to GSZ but at significantly broader geographic and programmatic scale.

Direct peers

• Community Resource Center of Nashville: Hub for community-based service coordination in Nashville, providing meeting space and resources to multiple partner agencies under one roof — closely aligned with GSZ's co-location model in the former Union High School.
• Martha O'Bryan Center: Nashville-based community resource center offering wraparound education, social services, and emergency assistance to families in underserved neighborhoods — a closely analogous operating model to Gallatin Shalom Zone but at a larger scale.
• Conexión Américas: Nashville nonprofit providing ESL, youth leadership, and family support services to the immigrant Hispanic community — overlapping significantly with GSZ's ESL and Urban Leadership offerings and similar wraparound approach.
• The Nashville Food Project: Nashville organization addressing food insecurity through meal programs and food access initiatives — directly comparable to GSZ's Street Feed, Hygiene & Diaper Pantry, and Community Saturday basic-needs programming.
• Bethlehem Centers of Nashville: Community center serving Nashville families with after-school care, ESL, adult education, and family support programs — directly overlapping GSZ's program mix and target population of low-income residents.

Emerging players

• Jewish Family Service of Nashville and Middle Tennessee: Mid-size community-services organization serving families and individuals with social support and educational services in the Nashville area — comparable mission and program types but a different faith/affiliation footprint.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Shalom37066
• Instagraminstagram.com/shalom37066
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gallatin-shalom-zone-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Gallatin Shalom Zone