Taylor Swift has delivered a major donation to The Store, the Nashville-based nonprofit founded by Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams-Paisley that fights food insecurity across Middle Tennessee.
The announcement, posted on Tuesday, Jan. 13, praised the 36-year-old superstar for a “generous gift” that will help the organization expand its mission of “providing groceries with dignity and choice to families.”
At a Glance
- Taylor Swift gave a “generous gift” to The Store, a Nashville nonprofit combating hunger
- The donation arrives as The Store prepares to open a second location
- Swift has now backed at least seven charities since December 2024
- Why it matters: The support amplifies local anti-hunger efforts during a critical growth phase
The Store’s Facebook post read: “Thank you, Taylor, for using your voice and generosity to uplift neighbors in need.” The same message appeared on Instagram Stories, adding a green heart emoji and highlighting the nonprofit’s “fight against food insecurity in our communities.”
Williams-Paisley, 54, reposted the thank-you with her own message: “@taylorswift we appreciate your support of @thestore_nashville!!💚🙏🙏🙏.”
How The Store Works
Founded in 2020, The Store operates on a simple premise: allow clients to shop for free groceries in a setting that feels like a traditional market. According to its website, the model:
- Combats food insecurity “with empathy, dignity, and respect”
- Offers comprehensive solutions beyond emergency food boxes
- Empowers choice, education, and long-term support
- Runs an annual toy store each December so children pick brand-new Christmas gifts
Brad Paisley described the holiday transformation as “the most magical thing. It’s amazing to see.”
Swift’s 2024 Giving Spree
The donation to The Store is Swift’s latest in a string of year-end contributions:
| Recipient | Announced | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital | Dec. 30 | Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Program |
| Operation Breakthrough | Dec. 30 | Early education for children in poverty |
| Feeding America | December | National hunger relief |
| American Heart Association | December | Cardiovascular research |
| MusiCares | December | Music industry assistance |
| CMA Foundation | December | Music education |
| ACM Lifting Lives | December | Music community support |
Sources told News Of Losangeles that Swift’s pattern of giving typically follows personal connections to the causes or regions she’s supporting, though representatives for the singer did not disclose the exact amount donated to The Store.
What’s Next
The Store is preparing to open a second Nashville-area location. Leaders say Swift’s contribution will help stock shelves, train volunteers, and scale educational programming that teaches budgeting and nutrition alongside free groceries.
Nonprofit executives emphasized that the gift arrives at a pivotal moment. Demand for services in Middle Tennessee has climbed 25 percent over the past year, driven by rising food prices and residual economic strain from 2023 storms that displaced hundreds of families.
Key Takeaways
- Swift’s donation strengthens a local model that treats shoppers like customers, not charity cases
- The Store will use funds to expand its grocery-choice program and open a new site
- The gift caps a December during which Swift supported at least seven nonprofits nationwide
- Community leaders credit the visibility of celebrity backing with inspiring smaller donors to give as well
