At a Glance
- Taylor Swift donated to The Store, a Nashville nonprofit fighting food insecurity
- The gift supports the group’s plan to open a second location
- Why it matters: The donation helps families shop for groceries with dignity instead of receiving handouts
Taylor Swift has quietly boosted a Nashville hunger-relief nonprofit co-founded by Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams-Paisley, providing funds as the group prepares to double its reach across Middle Tennessee.
The Gift That Keeps Giving
On January 13, The Store announced on Facebook that Swift, 36, delivered a “generous gift” that will help the organization “continue providing groceries with dignity and choice to families across Middle Tennessee.”
The Store’s Facebook post read: “Thank you, Taylor, for using your voice and generosity to uplift neighbors in need.”
The timing is critical: the nonprofit is readying a second location to serve more households experiencing food insecurity.
Social Media Shout-Outs
The Store also thanked Swift on Instagram Stories: “We are so grateful for @taylorswift’s generosity + support of The Store as we continue our fight against food insecurity in our communities 💚.”
Williams-Paisley, 54, reposted the message and added her own note: “@taylorswift we appreciate your support of @thestore_nashville!!💚🙏🙏🙏.”
How The Store Works
- Founded in 2020 by the Paisleys
- Operates like a free grocery store, not a food pantry
- Families shop for fresh produce, dairy, and pantry staples
- Volunteers offer cooking classes and nutrition education
The Store’s website states it “transcends traditional food aid, offering comprehensive solutions to hunger and poverty” by promoting “a sustainable solution to food insecurity” through empowerment, education, and support.
Holiday Magic
Each December, The Store transforms into a toy shop. Paisley described the tradition in December: “We get all brand new toys from various manufacturers that are always very generous. And we allow families to come in and the kids pick out what they want for Christmas. That’s the most magical thing. It’s amazing to see.”
A Pattern of Quiet Giving
Swift’s donation to The Store is the latest in a string of year-end gifts:
- December 30: Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital confirmed Swift donated to its Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program
- Same day: Kansas City charity Operation Breakthrough announced Swift’s support; the group provides “a safe, loving and educational environment for children in poverty and empowers their families through advocacy, emergency aid and education”
- Throughout December: additional gifts to Feeding America, the American Heart Association, MusiCares, CMA Foundation, and ACM Lifting Lives
Key Takeaways
- Swift’s donation arrives as The Store expands, doubling its capacity to serve Nashville families
- The nonprofit’s model emphasizes choice and dignity over traditional food-bank lines
- The singer’s year-end giving spree totaled at least eight organizations across health, hunger, and music-education sectors
