Our 140-acre Land of Dreams campus is the first facility of its kind in Tennessee and is making dreams come true for families and adults with special needs. Our gorgeous 140-acre property; 23,000 Stinnett Center for Learning, Art, & Enterprise; and our residential homes (two homes pictured below now open) – plus many other facilities – will allow BrightStone to grow into a model facility in the nation. And, with continued support from the community, we are are ready to build more homes.
Click here to See Our Land of Dreams 140-Acre Campus Video
Our Land of Dreams Journey – Thank you to all who helped make our dreams come true!
2017: Land of Dreams – The Capital Campaign for BrightStone launched.
2020: May – Williamson County Commission 100% approves BrightStone’s Master Plan.
2021: Site development, Infrastructure, Wastewater System installation completed.
2022: November – Stinnett Center for Learning, Art & Enterprise completed; program/staff relocate.
2023: Construction of two Residential Homes completed. 100% of $20M Phase One capital campaign goal reached – with no government funding.
2024: February – DIDD issues Residential Licenses for two homes; The Ferrell Home for men and The Craig Home for women now open. August – BrightStone was selected by TN.Gov to be a Pilot Residential Program in Middle TN for adults with I/DD – the only organization allowed by law to do so!
2024: November – launch of Homecoming – The Capital Campaign for BrightStone to fund and build more homes; and other planned facilities.
Make a Pledge
Pledges are an important part of our Capital Campaign success! You can make a pledge today and fulfill your pledge when convenient to you. Pledge Form-2024-2025 – just print, complete and mail it to us. We will confirm receipt when it arrives!
Tax-Smart Donations Using Shares of Stock
We welcome donations uaing appreciated shares of stock. Learn more through these Stock Transfer Instructions and provide the information included to your financial advisor.
We’re ready to build more homes! Each home has 7 bedrooms and 6 1/2 bathrooms and will cost $1,000,000. 
To request a tour or for questions about a donation, please contact:
CEO, Lee.Rose@BrightStone.org, 615-790-4888 Ext. 107.
Dir. of Development, Jenny.Myhr@BrightStone.org, 615-790-4888.
Chief of Staff, Randy.Elliott@BrightStone.org, 615-491-0096 (cell).
Direct your Qualified Charitable Distribution donation to BrightStone from your retirement account to satify your required minimum distribution (RMD).
Since BrightStone does not receive government funding, we rely on the community to fund our general operating budget and Capital Campaign. Please pray and consider how you, your family, or your organization can invest our life-changing Land of Dreams Campus.
Use Your Donor Advised Fund to Make Your Donation.
Making a donation from your Donor Advised Fund (DAF) supports BrightStone’s mission to help Adults with disabilities enjoy the best life possible and helps parents and families enjoy peace of mind. Please support of our Land of Dreams campus by making a charitable contribution from your DAF. Mail your DAF check to BrightStone, P.O. Box 682966, Franklin, TN 37068.
Click Here to Hear what families and community leaders say about BrightStone and our Land of Dreams campus.
Our Land of Dreams will allow students to receive a progressive, innovative and an individualized approach to provision of services, with therapeutic options and many unique learning opportunities.
The future for BrightStone is truly Bright!
CLICK IMAGE BELOW TO VIEW MASTER PLAN SITE MAP
Our Land of Dreams is the first facility of its kind in Tennessee!
“We are excited about BrightStone’s Land of Dreams Campaign and delighted to invest in this important project for our community.”
-Jennifer and Billy Frist
“As a resident of Williamson County and someone who feels
very blessed to live here, it’s our obligation to make sure that everybody has a place. What could be more important than providing a place where some of our most vulnerable citizens can find
joy and meaning in their lives.”
-Phyllis and Jim Lackey, BrightStone board member.
Phase 1 Design, Construction, and Banking Partners
BrightStone is grateful for the compassion and expertise of Gamble Design Collaborative who designed our Master Site Plan and to our renowned architects, Earl Swensson Associates (ESa) – both provided their services at no cost to BrightStone. Our constuction partners included Solomon Builders (general contractor), Civil Site Design Group (engineers), and DeFatta Custom Homes (home builder). FirstBank was our construction loan funding partner.
Support our Land of Dreams
With your support, we will make a lasting impact on lives throughout Tennessee and beyond – give online now, or, explore other ways to give.
Media – Phase One
Williamson Home Page Aug 13, 2021
“An example for the county – Gov Bill Lee and First Lady visit new Brightstone campus”
Williamson Herald Aug 13, 2021
“BrightStone to triple services with new 140-acre campus”
Nashville Tennessean Sept 1, 2021
“BrightStone’s land of dreams campus to open fall 2022”
Nashville Christian Family Sept 2021 – page 19
“BrightStone’s land of dreams campus hosts Governor and first lady”
Your Williamson 2021 Real estate and home edition
Social: BrightStone land of dreams campus
Fox 17 Television Coverage
BrightStone’s “A Brighter Future for Tennessee” with guests speakers including Governor Lee, First Lady Maria, Senator Jack Johnson, County Mayor Rogers Anderson, City Mayor Ken Moore, and BrightStone Board Chairman Mike Cairnes.
