GDC Email Updates
GDC Email Updates are distributed to subscribers on a bi-monthly basis. Emails include grantsmanship topics, health-related funding opportunities, trainings, and other items of interest.
October - November 2023
Welcome
The DSHS Funding Information Center has been relaunched as the Grant Development Center (GDC). The GDC provides grant development education and health-related funding information for State of Texas residents. GDC Email Updates will be distributed via govDelivery bi-monthly. Please add “txhhs@public.govdelivery.com” to your safe sender list to keep receiving our updates.
Check out the GDC Program Page to explore our new resources.
Grantsmanship Resources
Continue your professional development through Grant Writing 101, Grantsmanship Glossary, and Grantsmanship and Nonprofit Management Resources. New content will be added month to month.
Funding Resources
Learn more about public and private funders on the Government and Foundation Funding page and access to free Funding Opportunity Databases.
DSHS Data Resources
The Center for Health Statistics (CHS) is the data collection and reporting arm of DSHS. Its Texas Health Data dashboard includes vital events, population health, and disease prevalence. As a grantseeker, CHS is a free source of current health data in Texas. Information about public health infrastructure, non-military hospitals, and health professionals is also available. Use CHS Data to help write your next grant’s Statement of Need. The GDC Data Resources page includes additional data sets to support your work.
Free Trainings and Resources
October 10: Storytelling for Impact
October 11: Introduction to Proposal Writing | Training | Candid Learning
October 11: Meet the Grantmakers Online | TGCI (Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Greater Houston Community Foundation)
October 18: What Makes a Proposal a Winner | GrantStation
October 19: Introduction to Project Budgets | Training | Candid Learning
On Demand: Defining Rural: Making choices among different definitions of rural (YouTube)
Download: Grant-funded program sustainability tips from Healthy Tomorrows Bookmark the tip sheets
Private Funding Announcements
Impact Austin Foundation “Girls Giving” Grant Program (October 27, 2023)
Programs or projects must strengthen, improve, enhance, and positively impact the lives of children and youth in the greater Austin area. Award: No set range. Geographic Scope: Bastrop, Hays, Travis, and Williamson Counties
Ash Grove Charitable Foundation (October 31, 2023)
Financial support of charitable activities that create a better quality of life through creation of stronger communities. Award: Capital grants and special projects – up to $25,000; Program grants – up to $10,000. Geographic Scope: North Texas and Houston area
Lawrence Foundation (October 31, 2023)
Unrestricted grants for general operating or program/project expenses addressing human services, disaster relief, or environmental issues. Award: $5,000 - $10,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Comer Family Foundation Syringe Service Grant Program (Deadline: November 1, 2023)
Grants support comprehensive harm reduction programs that improve the health and wellness of people who use drugs. These programs provide free sterile syringes, education, and community wraparound services to reduce opioid overdose and the transmission of HIV and viral hepatitis. Award: $2,500 - $20,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Community Foundation of West Texas – Community Funds Grants (November 1, 2023)
Supports the efforts of organizations that focus on creating pathways out of poverty and alleviating the impact of poverty on individuals and families. Award: $500 - $5,000. Geographic Scope: Texas South Plains region
Food is Medicine Initiative | American Heart Association (November 6, 2023)
This national initiative will help identify, support, and implement the most viable food is medicine strategies. Short term rapid cycle studies (18 months or less) that address challenges in feasibility and implementation or test approaches to achieve short-term behavior change. Award: up to $400,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Outride Fund (November 11, 2023)
The Outride Fund partners with community nonprofits in the United States to promote cycling as a tool to improve social, emotional, and cognitive health. Support is provided for youth-focused projects (benefiting those under 25 years old) that promote the power of cycling to increase wellness and mental health, with a focus on underrepresented demographic groups. Examples of funded projects include school-based cycling programs, youth racing teams emphasizing mental health among riders, trail construction projects in places where there is little trail access or for a specific community-based or school-based program, educational programs, and infrastructure projects tied to a specific program or purpose related to mental and cognitive health. Award: $5,000 - $15,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Barclay-Giel Seed Grants (November 12, 2023)
Support for community-based public health programs engaging in work related to health misinformation, health worker burnout, social connection, youth mental health, and workplace well-being. Projects should have a strong disease or injury prevention component that promotes wellness, early detection, and early interventions. Funds are not provided for clinical care or patient treatment. Award: up to $10,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
American Association of University Women (AAUW) Community Action Grants (November 15, 2023)
Community Action Grants provide funding to individuals, AAUW branches and AAUW state organizations as well as community-based nonprofits for general operating support and innovative projects that promote education and equity for women and girls. Project and general operating support available. Award: $3,000 - $10,000 Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Powell Foundation (November 30, 2023 Letter of Intent)
The Powell Foundations invests in the arts, conservation, and human services to build robust communities that allow residents, particularly children and youth, to thrive. Supportive Communities grant funding may be requested for operating costs, agency programs, or specific projects. Award: Review 2021 and 2022 Annual Grantmaking Reports on website for prior grantee awards. Geographic Scope: Harris, Travis, and Walker Counties
H-E-B Community Investment Program (Rolling Basis)
H-E-B favors making donations to non-profit organizations for activities, programs, projects, initiatives and events that make a visible and positive impact in the communities that we serve. H-E-B may contribute cash, gift cards, product (in kind donations) or volunteers. Award: Varies by request and store location. Geographic Scope: Bastrop, Bell, Bexar, Burnet, Cameron, Coryell, Dimmit, Ellis, Erath, Falls, Fort Bend, Galveston, Guadalupe, Harris, Hays, Hood, Johnson, Kleberg, Lampasas, Lavaca, Limestone, Llano, McLennan, Medina, Midland, Montgomery, Navarro, Nueces, Orange, San Patricio, Tarrant, Taylor, Travis, Waller, and Williamson Counties
Kroger Foundation Community Gift Requests (Rolling Basis)
Focus on supporting community needs today and finding innovative solutions to help end hunger tomorrow. Employee contributions take several forms – financial contributions and donations of gift cards and products. Support is limited to hunger relief, sustainability, direct response and disaster relief, education and youth development, and support for military service members and veterans. Award: Varies by request and store location. Geographic Scope: Texas store locations
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation – Evidence For Action Grants (Rolling Basis)
This funding is geared toward studies about “upstream” causes of health inequities, such as the systems, structures, laws, policies, norms, and practices that determine the distribution of resources and opportunities, which in turn influence individuals’ options and behaviors. Research should center on the needs and experiences of communities exhibiting the greatest health burdens and be motivated by real-world priorities. It should inform a specific course of action and/or establish beneficial practices, not stop at characterizing or documenting the extent of a problem. The application process begins with the submission of a two-page Letter of Intent (LOI). Award: No set range. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Public Funding Announcements
USDA Community Food Projects Grant Program (October 30, 2023)
The CFPCGP is intended to bring together stakeholders from distinct parts of the food system and to foster understanding of national food security trends and how they might improve local food systems. Understanding that low-income individuals experience disproportionate access to healthy foods, projects are to address food and nutrition insecurity, particularly among our nation’s most vulnerable populations. Award: $25,000 - $400,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Home-Delivered Meals Grant Program (texasagriculture.gov) 2024 TDA Texans Feeding Texans (November 1, 2023)
The Texans Feeding Texans Home-Delivered Meal Grant Program was established to help supplement and extend the applicant's current home-delivered meal program for seniors and/or disabled Texans. Governmental and non-profit agencies are eligible for this grant program. Award: Website includes information for grant allocation calculations. Geographic Scope: Texas
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention State/Territory Program (November 6, 2023)
The purpose of this program is to enhance the state/territory EHDI system infrastructure to improve language acquisition for deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) children up to age 3. Funding will support state and territory EHDI systems of services so that DHH newborns, infants, and young children up to age 3 receive appropriate and timely services, including hearing screening, diagnosis, and early intervention. Award: up to $310,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
US HHS: Field-Deployable, Low-Cost Point-of-Need Approaches and Technologies to Lower the Barriers to Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Diagnosis and Treatment (R41/R42 Clinical Trial Optional) (November 9, 2023)
Development of cost-effective technologies that may reduce or even eliminate disparities in SUD treatment. Disparities due to geographical access or rural/urban divide, due to treatment cost, or due to stigma will be specifically targeted. The intention is to bring to the treatment to the patient, not the patient to the treatment. Award: Up to $1,972,828. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Thriving Communities Regional Pilot Program, U.S. Department of Transportation (November 15, 2023)
Planning, technical assistance, and capacity building support to enable disadvantaged and under-resourced communities to advance a pipeline of transformative infrastructure projects that will increase mobility, reduce pollution, and expand affordable transportation options, connecting communities to the essential opportunities and resources that will help them thrive. Award: $1,000,000 – $2,000,000 over 3 years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
US HHS: Health Resources & Services Administration FY2024 Quality Improvement Fund (December 4, 2023)
The purpose of QIF funding is to support health centers to develop and pilot innovative, patient centered, scalable models of care delivery to reduce health disparities and address the clinical and health related social needs of patients. Award: up to $2,000,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
NIH Build UP Trust Challenge (December 5, 2023)
The National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Build UP Trust Challenge seeks solutions that increase research participation and the adoption of medical care by building trust and improving engagement with historically underserved communities. Submit Readiness Tool by November 14, 2023 to determine eligibility. Award: up to 10 finalists will receive $45,000 for their solution and an opportunity to win one of four $200,000 prizes. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Healthy Start: Eliminating Disparities in Perinatal Health (December 15, 2023)
Health Resources and Services Administration grants to improve health outcomes before, during, and after pregnancy and to reduce racial/ethnic disparities in rates of infant death and adverse perinatal outcomes. Funding is set aside for rural communities. Award: up to $1,100,000 per year for 5 years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Welcome
The DSHS Grant Development Center (GDC) can help you obtain long-term financial sustainability for your organization’s important mission. Visit the GDC Program page to explore our educational resources and highlighted funding opportunities. Check back monthly for new content.
Grantsmanship Education
There is no one size fits all grant proposal. Requirements and processes vary from funder to funder. Check out the “Components Overview” topic on the Grant Writing 101 page for details, including two sample proposals.
Data Resources
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In 2022, an estimated 19,921 women in Texas were diagnosed with breast cancer. An estimated 3,415 died from it. Breast cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death among women in Texas. The purpose of the DSHS Texas Cancer Registry is to collect, maintain, and disseminate the highest quality cancer data that will contribute towards cancer prevention and control—improving diagnoses, treatment, survival, and quality of life for all cancer patients. You can find a web report and data brief for female breast cancer in Texas on the Breast Cancer page. The GDC Data Resources page includes additional health-related data sets to pair with your organization’s own client or patient data in grant proposals.
Free Trainings and Resources
October 26: Stop Chasing the Money: Creating Winning Grant Strategies | Foundant
October 31: How to Determine the Best Funding Opportunities to Pursue | GrantStation
November 20: Introduction to Project Budgets | Candid Learning
On Demand: Crafting Compelling Grant Proposals | Candid Learning
Resource: Setting Boundaries with Nonprofit Funders | Blue Avocado
Resource: Capital Funding for Rural Healthcare | RHI Hub
Private Funding Announcements
American Association of University Women (AAUW) Community Action Grants (November 15, 2023)
Community Action Grants provide funding to individuals, AAUW branches and AAUW state organizations as well as community-based nonprofits for general operating support and innovative projects that promote education and equity for women and girls. Project and general operating support available. Award: $3,000 - $10,000 Geographic Scope: Nationwide
“Movember” Prostate Cancer Health Equity Initiative (November 16, 2023 Letter of Intent)
Funding for projects that build or strengthen the evidence base of promising approaches that contribute to health equity and promote the inclusion of marginalized populations of men at risk of or diagnosed and living with prostate cancer. Award: $100,000 - $300,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Community Mobility Ready-to-Launch Grants (November 17, 2023)
The National Center for Mobility Management provides grants and technical assistance to support communities ready to implement transportation solutions to help underserved residents become more fully engaged in economic opportunities, improve their health and well-being, and/or become more integrated into their community. Award: $75,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Mabee Foundation (December 1, 2023)
Challenge grants for construction projects, renovation projects, and for the purchase of major medical equipment. Forty percent (40%) of project funds must already be raised before a grant application can be considered. Organizations must raise the remaining funds required to finish the project within one year of the grant award. Award: 20% cost of project (up to $2,000,000). Geographic Scope: Texas
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Opportunities to Advance Women’s Health Innovation (December 6, 2023)
Women’s health is currently an underserved area for innovation, facing disproportionately low R&D funding relative to its burden. The Women’s Health Innovation team at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is looking for innovations and ideas that address opportunities outlined in the Opportunity Map. The ultimate goal of this RFP is to kickstart work to address gaps in women’s health R&D. Additionally, collaborations are highly encouraged. Award: up to $150,000 for two years. Geographic Scope: Global
Abell-Hanger Foundation (December 11, 2023 Letter Of Intent)
Grants to nonprofit organizations involved in education, health and human services, arts and cultural activities that benefit the West Texas community. Award: up to $50,000. Geographic Scope: West Texas
Hoblitzelle Foundation Capital Project Grants (December 15, 2023)
Support for capital projects (building construction, acquisition, renovation, equipment, vehicles, technology) of nonprofit organizations in Texas, primarily in the Dallas area. Funding areas include education, medical, social services, civic, arts and culture, disabled, and environment. Award: Varies by funding area. Review “What We Fund” page on foundation website. Geographic Scope: Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, Tarrant, and Wise Counties
Fasken Foundation Grants (December 31, 2023)
The Fasken Foundation awards competitive grants in the following four major areas, with an emphasis placed on programming directed toward disadvantaged youth: education, health, human services, and public benefit. New applicants are required to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) through the foundation’s online grants platform before completing a full proposal. Award: Not stated. Geographic Scope: Ector, Martin, and Midland Counties
Creag Foundation (Rolling Basis)
Supports efforts of nonprofit organizations who are innovators in the field of human services. Particular focus on smaller organizations that are starting out or established organizations looking for funding to take their organization in a new direction. Submit an online letter of intent for funding consideration. Award: Not stated. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Gilead North America (Rolling Basis)
Grants to improve access and eliminate barriers to healthcare, and advance education among patients and healthcare professionals. Gilead supports projects across these therapeutic areas — HIV, liver diseases, hematology and oncology, and inflammatory and respiratory diseases. Grant funding is primarily awarded for direct programmatic support. Award: No set limits. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Public Funding Announcements
America’s Healthy Food Financing Initiative: Partnerships Program (November 3, 2023)
The HFFI Partnerships Program is for regional, state, or local public-private partnerships that are organized to improve access to fresh, healthy foods and provide financial and technical assistance to eligible projects. Partnerships include meaningful collaboration between two or more organizations. Partnerships must be public-private partnerships; one entity must be a public entity such as a local, state or a tribal authority, government, or agency; the others may be nonprofits, for-profit businesses, foundations, food policy councils, food systems and food access organizations, among others. Awards: $200,000 - $1,000,000 (capacity building activities); $500,000 - $3,000,000 (credit enhancement activities). Geographic Scope: Review HFFI’s interactive Eligibility Map
TCDD Culturally Inclusive Family Support (November 17, 2023)
The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) announces funding for organizations to provide and promote culturally inclusive supports for families of people with developmental disabilities (DD). TCDD will support specific capacity-building and information sharing activities led by an organization that is considered a leader and trusted source for the cultural group with which it seeks to connect. Applicant organizations should be previously established within the cultural group receiving the outreach. Award: up to $125,000 per year for up to 5 years. Geographic Scope: Statewide
HRSA: National Rural Health Policy, Community, and Collaboration Program (November 30, 2023)
The purpose of this program is to identify, engage, educate, and collaborate with rural stakeholders on national rural health policy issues and promising practices to improve health care in rural areas nationwide. Program objectives include: 1) Identifying and educating rural stakeholders about national policy issues and promising practices for rural health. 2) Maintaining projects that will help support engagement of rural communities in a broad range of activities. 3) Facilitating collaborations at the local, regional, state, and national levels to improve the exchange of information and promising practices that support rural health. 4) Identifying and providing information to rural stakeholders about existing federal funding opportunities or other programs relating to health care in rural areas. Award: $2,300,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
TVC Fund for Veterans’ Assistance Grant Program 2024-2025 (December 4, 2023)
The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grant program awards reimbursement grants to eligible charitable organizations, local government agencies, and veterans service organizations that provide direct services to Texas veterans and their dependents. Award: $5,000 - $500,000. Geographic Scope: Statewide
NIH Build UP Trust Challenge (December 5, 2023)
The National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Build UP Trust Challenge seeks solutions that increase research participation and the adoption of medical care by building trust and improving engagement with historically underserved communities. Submit Readiness Tool by November 14, 2023 to determine eligibility. Award: up to 10 finalists will receive $45,000 for their solution and an opportunity to win one of four $200,000 prizes. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
USDA: Farm to School Grant Program (January 12, 2024)
Grants to plan, establish, and/or sustain a Farm to School program that improves access to local foods and nutrition/agriculture resources in schools. Applicants must provide at least a 25% non-federal match in the form of cash or in-kind contributions. Awards: Turnkey grants (up to $50,000); Implementation grants ($50,000 - $500,000). Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Welcome
The DSHS Grant Development Center (GDC) can help you obtain long-term financial sustainability for your organization’s mission. Visit the GDC Program page to explore educational and funding resources. Check back monthly for new content.
Spring 2024 GDC Internship
DSHS hosts internships for students from universities inside and outside of Texas. View Spring 2024 positions on the Internship Opportunities page. Find the GDC Internship listing under the “Program Operations” section of this page.
Grantsmanship Education
Interested in learning more about grant writing but low on time? Podcasts are a great way to efficiently consume content and learn on the go. Listen on your smartphone or through a website. Find grant writing podcast listings on the Grantsmanship and Nonprofit Management Resources page.
Data Resources
If you need data on Alzheimer’s Disease, visit the DSHS Alzheimer’s Disease Program page. A statewide Alzheimer’s public awareness campaign in English and Spanish launched in August 2020 and continues into 2025. The campaign raises awareness about signs of Alzheimer’s, importance of getting a diagnosis, and other resources. The Texas Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Survey (BRFSS) data for 2021 are also available, including data from the caregiving and cognitive decline modules. The GDC Data Resources page lists additional health-related data sets to pair with your organization’s own client or patient data in grant proposals.
New Look for Grants.gov
Grants.gov unveiled a new and improved site this week. The web interface has been updated to provide a more intuitive and responsive user experience. More improvements are on the way. Content remains the same but check your bookmarks. You can learn more about the changes through their latest blog post.
Free Trainings and Resources
November 20: Introduction to project budgets | Training | Candid Learning
On Demand: Creating Time - Overview | Grant Station
On Demand: Introduction to Grants.gov Video Series (YouTube)
On Demand: Top tips for nonprofits seeking grants | Training | Candid Learning
Article: Pending federal grants reforms could make life easier for nonprofits | National Council of Nonprofits
Download: A Guide to Working with Rural Philanthropy | Rural Health Information Hub
Private Funding Announcements
Disabled Veterans National Foundation Capacity Building Grants (November 30, 2023 Letter of Intent)
The Capacity Building Grant program provides grants to nonprofit organizations providing services directly to veterans to address mental and physical recovery. Supported programs include but are not limited to service dogs, equine therapy, yoga, art therapy, and recreational therapy. Award: Up to $25,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
BCBS of Texas Event Sponsorships (December 1, 2023)
Organizations working to improve community health and wellness may request sponsorship support from BCBS Texas. Examples of sponsorship awards include community-based health fairs, drives, galas, dinners, luncheons, seminars, conferences, walks and/or runs and similar activities. Award: $250 - $5,000. Geographic Scope: Texas
Paralyzed Veterans of America Education Foundation Grants (December 1, 2023)
Innovative educational projects designed to benefit veterans and others living with spinal cord injury and disease (SCI/D) as well as their families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Funding is provided in the following four categories: consumer and community education to improve the health, independence, and quality of life for individuals with SCI/D; professional development and education to improve the knowledge and competencies of health professionals who serve the SCI/D community; research translation, including projects that move research findings into practical application; and conferences and symposia that provide education and collaboration opportunities for members of the SCI/D community. Awards: Up to $75,000 for project grants; up to $20,000 for in-person and hybrid conference or symposium grants; up to $10,000 for virtual conference or symposium grants. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Carl B and Florence E King Foundation Community Grants (December 15, 2023 Letter of Intent)
The Spring 2024 Grant Cycle is now open for projects addressing the aging population, children and youth, economically disadvantaged, education, and arts, culture, and history. A Letter of Intent is required. Organizations invited to submit a full proposal will be notified by February 1, 2024. Award: $15,000 - $75,000. Geographic Scope: North and West Texas. See foundation website for specific counties.
Community Foundation of Abilene Future Funds Grants (December 15, 2023)
Annual grant cycle for Abilene nonprofits serving children and youth. Funds available for programs, special projects, or equipment. Award: $1,000 - $5,000. Geographic Scope: Abilene and Taylor County
Helen S Boylan Foundation (December 31, 2023)
Grants to local non-profit organizations serving arts and education, women and children, health and wellness, and community beautification. The Foundation prefers to support proposals for new initiatives, special projects, expansion of current programs, capital improvements or building renovations. Award: $2,500 - $25,000. Geographic Scope: Smith County
Big Lots Community Support Grants (January 1, 2024)
Big Lots invests in partnerships that improve and enrich the lives of families and children through hunger relief, healthcare, education, and housing. Support is provided in the form of monetary gifts, gift cards, and merchandise in-kind. Significant partnership projects and capital requests are by invitation only. Award: Monetary requests and product donations. Geographic Scope: Texas store locations
Henry Foundation (January 1 – March 1, 2024)
The Henry Foundation makes grants to qualified 501(c) (3) non-profit organizations in a wide variety of program areas including social services, education, health, youth programs, recreation, arts and cultural activities for the benefit of the community. Gifts range in size and may fund capital and special projects, and operating (program) grants, but not endowment funds. Pre-application summary form required before completing a full proposal. Award: Not stated. Geographic Scope: Midland
Sun Life Team Up Against Diabetes Grants (January 1 – March 31, 2024)
Provides programmatic support to 501(c)(3) charities focusing upon diabetes prevention, awareness, education, and care; diabetes management; recovery and support from diabetes-related complications; obesity prevention; and nutritional programs – education, management, and awareness. Award: $25,000 – $100,000; Geographic Scope: Nationwide
George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation (Rolling Basis)
Funds education, scientific, medical, charitable and religious organizations within the State of Texas who are qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code. Award: $5,000 - $100,000+. Geographic Scope: Houston area
LB Charitable Foundation (Rolling Basis)
Provides financial support for advanced medical research to cure cancer and other diseases, homeless and community shelters, aid and relief to disabled veterans, disaster relief, substance abuse programs, and services that address gang and gun violence. Award: Not Stated. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Milbank Foundation (Rolling Basis)
Current priorities include community-based initiatives that empower people with disabilities, rehabilitation of veterans, helping seniors age in place, patient-centered health care reform, and programs that address mental health issues and present substance abuse and suicide. Letter of Intent required as first step in application through online platform. Award: Varies. 2022 awards ranged from $10,000 - $500,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
RWJF Pioneering Ideas: Exploring the Future to Build a Culture of Health Grants (Rolling Basis)
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) seeks one to three-year proposals primed to impact health equity moving forward. Ideas of interest will address any of these four areas of focus: Future of Evidence; Future of Social Interaction; Future of Food; Future of Work. RWJF primarily awards nonprofit organizations and public agencies. Award: Varies. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Public Funding Announcements
NIMH: Interventions to Address HIV-Related Comorbidities among Highly Affected Populations Experiencing Health Disparities (November 11, 2023 earliest submission date)
Supports multilevel and multidisciplinary intervention research to improve quality of life and promote successful aging among people with HIV associated non-AIDS comorbidities across the life course from racial and ethnic minority populations and from lower socioeconomic status backgrounds, who are disproportionately affected. Award: $750,000 annually for five years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
NIH Research Centers in Minority Institutions (November 18, 2023 Letter of Intent; December 18, 2023 Full Proposal)
Grants to institutions to enhance capacity for research related to health, particularly on diseases that disproportionately impact populations that experience health disparities. To be eligible, applicants must award doctorate degrees in the health professions or health-related sciences, have a mission to educate students from populations underrepresented in biomedical research, and have received an average of less than $50,000 per year of NIH support for the past three fiscal years. Award: Up to $3,500,000 for up to five years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
NIFA: Food and Agriculture Service Learning Program (FASLP) (December 7, 2023)
Applications to increase knowledge of agriculture and improve the nutritional health of children. Grants for Program Projects and Program Technical Assistance available. Award: $240,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Healthy Start: Eliminating Disparities in Perinatal Health (December 15, 2023)
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) grants to improve health outcomes before, during, and after pregnancy and to reduce racial/ethnic disparities in rates of infant death and adverse perinatal outcomes. Funding is set aside for rural communities. Award: up to $1,100,000 per year for 5 years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Fiscal Year 2024 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants (January 4, 2024)
AmeriCorps grants are awarded to eligible organizations (Use Section C.1. Eligible Applicants) proposing to engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions/practices to strengthen communities. Award: Unspecified. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
USDA/FNS: 2024 Farm to School Grants (January 12, 2024)
Applications to increase the availability of local foods in schools and help connect students to the sources of their food through education, taste tests, school gardens, field trips, and local food sourcing for school meals. Award: $100,000 - $500,000 for 24 months. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
NIH: Systems-Level Risk Detection and Interventions to Reduce Suicide, Ideation, and Behaviors in Youth from Underserved Populations (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) (January 22, 2024 Letter of Interest)
Supports services research aimed at testing easily implemented systems-level interventions and strategies that improve systematic risk identification, coordinated referral to, or engagement and retention in quality care for prevention of suicide ideation and behavior, and/or non-suicidal self-harm among adolescents and children from targeted populations. Opportunities for detection and prevention in youth may occur at various points of contact across an array of mental health specialty and non-specialty settings. Award: $225,000 annually for five years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Grantsmanship Education
Feeling challenged by the word count limit on an online grant proposal? Learn to write in Plain Language to simplify and strengthen your message. This style is valuable for all organizational communications. Check out the "Plain Language" tab on the Grant Writing 101 page to become a better writer.
Data Resources
Five Texans die every day, on average, from Fentanyl poisoning. OnePillKillsTX shares signs of Fentanyl poisoning, testimonials, and resources to prevent opioid overdose. The GDC Data Resources page includes statewide Fentanyl trends by public health region.
Grant Search Consultations
Interested in a free grant search consultation? GDC staff will provide personalized help for the first 10 organizations who reply. Contact grantcenter@dshs.texas.gov for more information.
Holiday Closure
We will be out of the office from Wednesday afternoon, November 22, through Friday, November 24. Happy Thanksgiving!
Free Trainings and Resources
December 6: Grant Writer "Ask Me Anything" | NonProfit Austin at ACC
On Demand: Grant Writing Quick Start Workshop | Nonprofit Hub
Download: The State of Grantseeking Survey and Reports 2023 | GrantStation
Article: 12 Times When You Should NOT Look for Grants | getfullyfunded.com
Article: Spending on Fundraising and Admin Makes Nonprofits More Resilient, Research Shows | philanthropy.com
Article and Samples: The Art of Grant Budgeting: A Guide for Nonprofit CFOs | Blue Avocado
Infographic Resource: Rural Health: Addressing Barriers to Care | NIHCM
Private Funding Announcements
Academy of General Dentistry Foundation Grant Program (November 30, 2023)
Grant support for nonprofit community-based outreach programs that provide free oral cancer screenings and education to the public, especially underserved communities that lack access to oral healthcare due to geographic and/or economic hardship. Award: Up to $5,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium: Black Girls Dream Fund (December 4, 2023)
Seeks to channel greater resources toward organizations that are intentionally supporting and empowering Black girls and women in the South. For 2024, the Fund is providing general operating grants to support the capacity of organizations that care for Black girls. Support is provided in five categories: education, health and wellness, economic opportunity, social justice, and leadership and empowerment. Award: $35,000. Geographic Scope: East Texas
United Way of the Concho Valley: Community Partner Funding (December 13, 2023)
Grants to address community needs that align with the United Way of the Concho Valley’s priority focus areas: to ensure all children are school-ready by kindergarten and grade-level readers by third grade; to eliminate child abuse and domestic violence in the Concho Valley; to provide access to all persons in need of mental health and substance abuse services; and homelessness prevention and outreach services. Award: Not Stated. Geographic Scope: Coke, Concho, Crockett, Irion, Kimble, Mason, Menard, McCulloch, Reagan, Runnels, Schleicher, Sterling, Sutton, and Tom Green Counties
American Academy of Dermatology: Shade Structure Grant Program (December 15, 2023)
Grants to public schools and nonprofit organizations to install permanent shade structures for outdoor locations that are not protected from the sun, such as playgrounds, pools, or recreation spaces. Awards made in March, annually. Award: Up to $8,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
KidsGardening.org: Youth Garden Grants (December 15, 2023)
Supports school and youth educational garden projects that enhance the quality of life for students and their communities. Any nonprofit organization, school, or youth program in the United States planning a new or improving an existing garden program that serves at least 15 youth between the ages of zero and 18 is eligible to apply. Among the 50 winners, ten programs will also receive a specialty award package of in-kind donations from either Crescent Garden or Garden Tower. Award: $500 and a collection of gardening supplies. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Perry and Ruby Stevens Charitable Foundation Grants (December 29, 2023, Letter of Intent)
Priorities include services for individuals with disabilities; support of volunteer firefighting programs; prevention, research, and treatment of Parkinson’s disease; financial resources for senior citizens; and services for individuals with disease or illness. Nonprofit organizations must have been in existence for at least three years. Award: $4,000 - $500,000. Geographic Scope: Texas Hill Country
Waco Foundation: Program/Operating Support, Immediate Impact, and Small Capital Grants (January 1, 2024 Letter of Intent)
Priorities include fostering more racially equitable experiences and outcomes for area residents; helping people leave poverty permanently; supporting valuable projects that make Waco a vibrant, inclusive, and attractive community; funding organizations that provide support and service for people with disabilities, the elderly, children, and youth; and increasing the capacity of McLennan County’s nonprofit sector. Award: Varies for Program/Operating Support Grants; $5,000 for Immediate Impact Grants; $40,000 for Small Capital Grants. Geographic Scope: McLennan County
Changemaker Birth Center Accreditation Grants (January 3, 2024)
American Association of Birth Centers Foundation grants to assist birth center applicants with fees that are due to the Commission for the Accreditation of Birth Centers, including accreditation fees and annual fees. Priority is given to programs that serve rural and low-income areas. Award: Up to 100% of the initial accreditation fee or an accredited birth center's annual fees. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Hogg Foundation for Mental Health: Reliable Flexible Funding for Mental Health and Well-Being Grants (January 12, 2024)
Provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, particularly those led by and serving members of historically excluded groups. Grants to address disparities in mental health outcomes and philanthropic funding within marginalized communities. No requirement for a special project or new initiative. Flexible funding is intended to strengthen these organizations as they sustain, deepen, or expand their operations. Applicants must register for Fluxx online grants management system by January 10, 2024. Award: $25,000-$250,000 equally distributed over five years. Geographic Scope: Texas
TLL Temple Foundation Grants (January 13, 2024 Letter Of Intent)
In support of its mission to build a thriving Deep East Texas and to alleviate poverty, the foundation makes grants in the areas of education, economic development and community revitalization, health, human services, arts and culture, and conservation and the environment. The foundation awards funding for multiple purposes, including general operating support, project support, capital improvements, and organizational development and capacity building. Award: Size and duration matched to applicant’s scale of impact, need, capabilities, and opportunities. Geographic Scope: Anderson, Angelina, Bowie, Cass, Cherokee, Hardin, Harris, Houston, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty, Nacogdoches, Newton, Orange, Panola, Polk, Rusk, Sabine, San Augustine, San Jacinto, Shelby, Trinity, and Tyler Counties
Community Foundation of Abilene: Community Grants (January 15, 2024)
For nonprofit organizations and government agencies to meet immediate community needs. Program and services areas include animal services, children and youth, community development, environmental causes, education, fine arts and culture, health and mental health, and human and social services. Online application portal opens December 1, 2023. Award: $5,000 - $35,000; Geographic Scope: City of Abilene and Taylor County
Priddy Foundation: Spring Grant Cycle (February 1, 2023 Letter of Intent)
Supports programs in human services, education, the arts, and health, which offer significant potential for individual development and community improvement. Spring Grant Cycle application deadline is March 1, 2023. Letters of Intent must be received a month in advance. Award: See website for annual grant history. Geographic Scope: Archer, Baylor, Childress, Clay, Cottle, Foard, Hardeman, Haskell, Jack, King, Knox, Montague, Stonewall, Throckmorton, Wichita, Wilbarger, Wise, and Young Counties
Josiah Macy, Jr. Foundation: Board Grants (Rolling Basis, Letter of Intent Required)
Grants for educational projects that improve health by advancing the education and training of future health professionals. Board Grants are awarded three times each year, following approval at one of the three annual Foundation board meetings. Award: Up to $100,000 annually for one to three years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Josiah Macy, Jr. Foundation: President’s Grants (Rolling Basis)
Grants for educational projects that improve health by advancing the education and training of future health professionals. President’s Grants can be given at any time. They are evaluated by an internal team and awarded by the Foundation’s President. Application is made through Foundation’s website. Award: Up to $25,000 for a project of up to one year. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Costco Wholesale: Charitable Contributions (Rolling Basis)
Charitable efforts specifically focus on programs supporting children, education, and health and human services in the communities where Costco does business. Organizations must have 501(c)(3) status. Award: Warehouse donations for local organizations/causes. Large nonprofits with broad-based causes can also request monetary support. Geographic Scope: Communities with Costco Wholesale stores
Public Funding Announcements
TX DSHS: Workplace Violence Against Nurses Prevention Program (January 9, 2024)
Availability of grant funds managed by the Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies (TCNWS) to support Innovative approaches for reducing verbal and physical violence against nurses in Hospitals, Freestanding Emergency Medical Care Facilities, Nursing Facilities, and Home Health Agencies. The purpose of this program is to stimulate the development, evaluation, and adoption of Innovative solutions to reduce workplace violence against nurses. Award: Individual awards not specified. Geographic Scope: Texas
USDA: Farm to School Grant Program (January 12, 2024)
Grants to plan, establish, and/or sustain a Farm to School program that improves access to local foods and nutrition/agriculture resources in schools. Applicants must provide at least a 25% non-federal match in the form of cash or in-kind contributions. Awards: Turnkey grants, up to $50,000; Implementation grants, $50,000 - $500,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
TX DSHS: HIV Prevention Services (January 16, 2024)
Funding to engage individuals and communities most vulnerable to the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and provide HIV, Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) testing, comprehensive prevention services, and Linkage to Care for individuals. Program activities available for funding include Testing: Focused HIV/Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)/HCV Testing in non-traditional settings (required); HCV Prevention: Focused HCV Prevention and Navigation in non-traditional settings (optional); and Interventions: Innovative Interventions: Addressing determinants of health (optional). Award: Individual awards not specified. Geographic Scope: Texas
HHS: Maternal and Child Health - Improving Oral Health Integration (MCH-IOHI) Demonstration Projects (January 22, 2024)
Grants to increase equitable access to integrated, preventive oral health care services in primary care settings that serve low-income and marginalized maternal and child health populations. Award: up to $2,975,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
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