GDC Email Updates
GDC Email Updates are distributed to subscribers on a bi-monthly basis. Emails include grants education topics, funding opportunities, trainings, and other items of interest.
November - December 2024
Grants Education: Plain Language
Feeling challenged by the word count limit on an online grant proposal? Learn to write in Plain Language to simplify and strengthen your message. Check out the "Plain Language" tab on the Grant Writing 101 page to become a better writer.
Healthy People 2030: Leading Health Indicators Infographics
Interactive data available on 23 Leading Health Indicators (LHIs) from Healthy People 2030 including health insurance status, violence reduction, health behaviors, mental health, maternal health, food security, substance use, screenings and vaccination, education and employment, oral healthcare use, and more. Users can see health disparity data breakdowns for demographic groups, with select LHIs including metro versus nonmetro comparisons. Check out the website here.
National Rural Health Day: November 21
Celebrate the "Power of Rural". This day is an opportunity to bring attention to and honor the inspiring efforts of rural organizations, communities, healthcare providers, State Offices of Rural Health, and others dedicated to addressing the unique healthcare needs of rural Americans. Explore key messages and data points, and the promotional tool kit here.
Grant Searches
Interested in a free grant search for your organization? GDC staff will provide personalized help for the first 10 organizations who reply. Contact us at grantcenter@dshs.texas.gov to request a grant search form.
Free Training and Resources
On Demand: Grant Writing Quick Start Workshop | Nonprofit Hub
On Demand: Upgrade Your Grant Budget to Attract Major Foundation Funders | Training | Candid Learning
Resource: Ten Nonprofit Funding Models | Stanford Social Innovation Review
Private Funding Announcements
MultiPlan Rural Health Grants (December 15, 2024)
Grants to help healthcare providers in rural areas introduce or expand services, education, screenings, and other programs that improve community health. Eligible applicants include hospitals, Rural Health Clinics, and Federally Qualified Health Centers participating in any of MultiPlan's healthcare provider networks. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Temper of the Times Foundation (December 15, 2024)
Funds to underwrite advertising designed to promote the conservation and restoration of native wildlife, plants, and ecosystems anywhere in the U.S. The Foundation also supports earned media campaigns and other efforts to communicate about conservation and restoration initiatives and actions. Grants may fund the production of print, radio, or television ads; pay for advertising space or airtime; or produce or distribute pamphlets, books, videos, or press packets. Award: $5,000 - $15,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
George Family Foundation (January 5, 2025, Letter of Interest)
Grant focus areas include authentic leadership; spirituality and inner life; and youth development. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: Texas giving includes Dallas.
Bob Woodruff Foundation (January 8, 2025)
Grant support for programs that improve the health and well-being of service members, veterans, and their families and caregivers; improve social determinants of health; decrease barriers to accessing physical and mental healthcare; increase accessibility to healthy lifestyle programming; and enhance opportunities for veterans to thrive after service. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Scharbauer Foundation (January 13 – February 5, 2025, Pre-Application)
Areas of interest include education; health; human and social services; and public and civic benefit. The Foundation prefers to provide assistance for capital improvements; construction; or expansion of program capacity. Award: $5,000 - $200,000. Geographic Scope: Emphasis on Midland, with some giving in Odessa.
Community Foundation of Abilene: Community Grants (January 15, 2025)
Grants to benefit the quality of life in the Abilene area. Support for animal welfare; arts and culture; education; community development; health and mental health; children and youth; and human and social services. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and government agencies. Award: $100 - $50,000. Geographic Scope: Abilene and Taylor County.
The Cooperative Development Foundation: Cooperative Development Fund (January 16, 2025)
Grants to support development; research; and technical assistance in senior services; international development; and affordable housing. Eligible applicants include cooperatives; groups establishing a cooperative; and cooperative development organizations. Award: $20,000 - $30,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
TLL Temple Foundation Grants (January 17, 2025, Letter Of Intent)
Grants in the areas of education; economic development and community revitalization; health; human services; arts and culture; and conservation and the environment. Award: The size and duration of awards are matched to applicants’ scales 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.
Bloomberg Philanthropies: Asphalt Art Initiative (January 31, 2025)
Support for arts-driven street redesigns that improve safety, revitalize public spaces, and engage local communities. The focus is on large-scale projects that will make important streets safer and more accessible, create significant new public spaces, or enact other similarly transformative roadway redesigns. Applicants must include a lead city agency to oversee the project. Applicant teams are encouraged to include collaborative partners, such as other city agencies, nonprofit community or arts organizations, or individual artists or consultants. Award: 10 awards of up to $100,000 each, technical assistance, and evaluation support. Scope: Cities with populations of 50,000 or more in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The Brown Foundation (January 31, 2025, Pre-Application)
Funding interests include arts and culture; education; human services; civic assets; and health and medicine. The Foundation reviews requests for general operating funds; program support; and capital campaigns. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Award: $25,000 - $5,000,000. Geographic Scope: Greater Houston area.
Isla Carroll Turner Friendship Trust (January 31, 2025)
Supports nonprofit organizations in Texas that provide services to the elderly (age 60 and above) and those born with Down Syndrome (age 47 and above). Funds may also be used for educational programming for the elderly in Texas, educating service providers for the elderly in Texas, or scholarship funding in the field of gerontology in Texas. Award: $2,500 - $75,000. Geographic Scope: Texas.
Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust (January 31, 2025)
The Trust supports programs ensuring quality healthcare for veterans; assistance to veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, substance abuse issues and more; research and mobility for veterans with amputations, spinal cord injuries, and more; and initiatives that evaluate and address the needs of veterans from each era of conflict. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Georgetown Health Foundation (January 31, 2025, Letter of Intent)
Support for nonprofits that expand or enhance the health needs in the Georgetown community. The Foundation's funding prioritizes basic needs and the social determinants of health supporting those needs. Funding cannot exceed 25% of the organization's total annual operations. The annual grants process opens on December 2, 2024. Award: $10,000 - $50,000. Geographic Scope: Georgetown area zip codes 78626, 78628, 78673, 78674, and 78634.
LCRA Community Development Partnership Program (January 31, 2025)
Supports nonprofit organizations and local government agencies in the Texas communities LCRA serves. Grants are provided to volunteer fire departments, emergency responders, cities and counties, schools, libraries, civic groups, museums, and other nonprofit organizations. Funded projects must be for capital improvements and must meet a need in one of the following areas: education; transportation; public safety; recreation; healthcare; fire department training; community planning; or employment. Award: Up to $50,000. Geographic Scope: See map for Central Texas communities served by LCRA.
Tyson Foods Corporate Giving Program (January 31, 2025)
Funds for organizations that have the support of the local Tyson plant facility to approach and solve systemic community issues. Areas of interest include food access/nutrition and immigrant/refugee support and resettlement (including resettlement services, legal advocacy and support, and educational programs that can help support and improve the lives of those who have settled). Priority consideration is given to organizations that operate in underserved or minority communities and rural areas. Award: $5,000 - $50,000. Geographic Scope: Texas communities include Amarillo, Carthage, Center, Dallas, Fort Worth, Haltom City, Houston, North Richland Hills, Seguin, Sherman, and Vernon.
Water for Wildlife Foundation (January 31, 2025)
Grants to bridge the gaps between agencies and other partners to implement projects to construct water and habitat developments for wildlife. Eligible applicants include conservation organizations and government agencies. Award: $1,000 - $10,000. Geographic Scope: 12 States, including Texas.
Alcon Foundation (February 1 - July 31, 2025)
Support for programs that improve the quality of eye care and patient access to care; promote the advancement of eye health education, training, and skills transfer; and meaningfully enhance the quality of life in Alcon communities. Award: $1,500 - $175,000. Geographic Scope: Fort Worth and Houston.
The Harry S. and Isabel C. Cameron Foundation (February 1, 2025)
Support for nonprofits in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Areas of interest include arts and culture; children and youth; education; health; and social services. Award: $2,500 - $60,000. Geographic Scope: Austin, Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston, Grimes, Harris, Montgomery, San Jacinto, Walker, and Waller Counties.
Ben and Maytee Fisch Foundation (February 1, 2025)
Grants for nonprofits engaged in civic affairs; education; health and medical research; human services; and arts and culture. Award: $2,500 - $100,000. Geographic Scope: East Texas.
The Hoglund Foundation (February 1, 2025)
Grants for nonprofits engaged in education and family support services. Award: $1,000 - $250,000. Geographic Scope: Dallas area.
The Priddy Foundation (February 1, 2025, Letter of Intent)
Support for programs in human services; education; the arts; and health. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, and municipalities. Award: $5,000 - $150,000. Geographic Scope: Archer, Baylor, Childress, Clay, Cottle, Foard, Hardeman, Haskell, Jack, King, Knox, Montague, Stonewall, Throckmorton, Wichita, Wilbarger, Wise, and Young Counties.
Sid W. Richardson Foundation (February 1, 2025, Letter of Interest)
Grants for nonprofits that address education; health; human services; and arts and culture. Award: No set limit. Geographic Scope: Texas.
All Kids Play: Youth Sports Grants (Rolling Basis)
Grants for nonprofits, school sports programs, and government-run programs. Programs should focus on community-based recreational level sports for low-income kids in grades K-12. Complete the online interest form to start the grant process. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Disabled Veterans National Foundation Comfort Grants Program (Rolling Basis)
Donated goods to nonprofit organizations that offer vital necessities like water, clothing, and health and hygiene items to veterans of all walks of life. The types of donated goods available vary, so there may be limited quantities of certain types of items. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Good360 (Rolling Basis)
Good 360 matches corporate donors with nonprofits to remove barriers to essential goods; stem the tide of global waste; and uplift communities. Nonprofits and schools may register with Good360 to access available product donations. Visit the website for more details. Award: Product donations. Geographic Scope: Nationwide
Hearst Foundations (Rolling Basis)
Funding for approaches that create sustainable employment and productive career paths for adults; improve health and quality of life; increase academic achievement through access to high-quality educational options; promote the arts and sciences; and support family stability and self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants include well-established nonprofits that operate with audited expenses of greater than $2 million and that primarily serve large demographic or geographic constituencies. Award: Minimum of $100,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Jefferson Bank Charitable Contributions Program (Rolling Basis)
Grants are provided for nonprofits engaged in housing; education; social and civic service; culture and arts; and health and wellness. In-kind donations of giveaways; facilities; technical resources; and volunteers are also made when possible. Requests are reviewed monthly. Geographic Scope: Bexar, Comal, and Kendall Counties.
Mary Ellen Kent Bunyard Family Foundation (Rolling Basis)
Grants are provided to nonprofit organizations that help youth (persons under the age of 18) and elderly (persons over the age of 70). Support available for program/project assistance, equipment, and building funds. Funds must be requested three weeks before a Board of Directors meeting. Contact foundation for meeting dates. Award: $3,500 – $300,000. Geographic Scope: Tom Green, Coke, Concho, Irion, Menard, Reagan, Runnels, Schleicher, and Sterling Counties.
Raul Tijerina, Jr. Foundation (Rolling Basis)
Grants that generate benefits that spread beyond the primary grantee into the wider community, and seed money grants, where support catalyzes innovative and unique programs or services. Areas of interest include youth; education; health and wellness; human services; nature and environmental conservation; community development; and arts and culture. Award: $20,000 average. Geographic Scope: Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, and Willacy Counties.
Public Funding Announcements
TXHHSC: FY25 Children's Hospital Construction Grant Program (November 22, 2024)
HHS0014956. The purpose of this grant is to support the construction, including the renovation of facilities, to create additional inpatient Mental Health Beds at Children's Hospitals in Texas. Grantees must provide a local match. Award: Total available funding of $9,752,990. Multiple awards will be made. Geographic Scope: Texas Counties designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas.
NIH: Environmental Health Disparities Centers (December 5, 2024)
RFA-MD-24-010. Grants to support multidisciplinary research, research capacity building, and community-engaged research activities focused on environmental health disparities and environmental justice research for populations and communities experiencing health disparities. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions; nonprofits; for-profits; government entities; federally recognized tribal governments; and community-based organizations. Award: Up to $1,000,000 in annual direct costs for up to five years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
TXDFPS: Qualified Residential Treatment Program Accreditation (December 12, 2024)
HHS0014980. Grants to assist with the cost of obtaining or maintaining Qualified Residential Treatment Program Accreditation. DFPS awards these funds to increase the 24-hour Residential Childcare options for DFPS children. Award: Multiple awards of up to $100,000 each. Geographic Scope: Texas.
NIH: Information Resource Grants to Reduce Health Disparities and Promote Health Equity (December 13, 2024)
PAR-24-281. Funding for projects that use information technology to improve the organization and management of health-related information for consumers and their healthcare providers experiencing health disparities. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions; nonprofits; government entities; independent school districts; public housing authorities; and Indian housing authorities. Award. $200,000 per year for up to three years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
USDA: Supporting Community Agriculture and Local Education Systems (Project SCALES) (December 13, 2024)
Funding for projects that aim to build capacity and increase the resilience of food systems by supporting partnerships between school food authorities and growers, producers, distributors, and processors. Eligible applicants will include at least three partners, including one from the food industry and one from a school food authority. Award: 17 awards of $500,000 - $1,000,000 each for up to three years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
USEPA: Reducing Lead in Drinking Water Grants (December 20, 2024)
EPA-OW-OGWDW-24-03. Grants for water infrastructure improvements to address lead exposure in drinking water in disadvantaged communities. Award: Nine (9) awards of $5,000,000 - $10,000,000 each. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
HRSA: Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program (January 21, 2025)
HRSA-25-068. Grants to develop and expand experiential training opportunities to improve the distribution and supply of the behavioral health workforce. The program emphasizes relationships with community-based partners to increase access to quality behavioral health services in high-need and high-demand areas, such as rural communities. Award: 101 awards of $600,000 per year for four years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Grants Education: Logic Models
"Provide a Logic Model describing your project’s resources, activities, and benefits." Creating a simple Logic Model can help you illustrate your project from start to finish. Not sure how to get started? Visit the “Program Narrative” tab on the Grant Writing 101 page to learn more, including links to a few templates.
HDPulse Interventions Portal
The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) has launched the HDPulse Interventions Portal, a collection of evidence-based interventions and resources to improve minority health and reduce health disparities. Explore the website for the intervention comparison tool, supporting materials, and research studies.
Dispensary of Hope Site Network
This national collaborative provides donated medications to assist nonprofit health systems, hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies in serving their patient population, focusing on low-income and uninsured populations. Find out more about signing up as a dispensing site here.
Federal Boot Camps for Cities
Through the Local Infrastructure Hub, small and mid-sized municipalities can receive an expert suite of support to develop strong, competitive federal grant applications through pro bono technical training and grant writing boot camps. These boot camps are open for registration and will run through Fall 2024. Learn more about this opportunity here.
Free Training and Resources
December 3: Introduction to Corporate Giving | Candid Learning
December 10: Cultivating Strategic Partnerships with Funders | Grant Station
On Demand: Showcasing Impact: A Guide to Data Collection and Reporting to Grant Funders | Foundant Technologies
Resource: Navigating Geographic Complexities on data.census.gov | U.S. Census Bureau
Private Funding Announcements
ALDI Cares Community Grants (December 15, 2024)
Focus on nonprofits; public and private K-12 schools; churches; and Native American Tribe/Nations positively impacting children’s health and wellness; food insecurity; diversity; equity; and inclusion. Faith-based programs must serve the community at large. Award: ALDI gift cards. Geographic Scope: Communities with ALDI store locations.
Walmart Local Community Grants (December 31, 2024)
Support for local nonprofits; government entities; schools; and faith-based organizations engaged in community and economic development; diversity and inclusion; education; environmental sustainability; health and human service; hunger relief and healthy eating; public safety; and quality of life. Quarterly grant cycles. Organizations can apply for up to 25 grants per year. Award: $250 - $5,000. Geographic Scope: Communities with local Walmart or Sam’s Club facilities.
National Life Group Foundation (January 1 - March 31, 2025)
Funds for nonprofits focused on childhood hunger; children's mental health; and community development. The Foundation focuses on proven programs with metrics to support success. Sponsorships are also available for one-time events. Award: Up to $5,000. Geographic Scope: Dallas.
COPIC Medical Foundation (January 15, 2025)
Grant funding to support solutions that reduce fragmentation across healthcare settings. Minimum criteria include nonprofit status and an approach or program that has demonstrated potential for replication by the healthcare community. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Journey For Good Foundation (January 15, 2025)
Grants for nonprofits fighting poverty by addressing hunger; homelessness; education; workforce development; and veteran support. Priority is given to applicants with strong leadership and collaborative approaches. Award: $7,500 - $25,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
The Joe M. and Doris R. Dealey Family Foundation (January 18, 2025, Letter of Inquiry)
General operating and project support for nonprofits engaged in arts and culture; animal welfare; children and youth; education; health; and human services. Grant requests exceeding $25,000 require a meeting with the Foundation's Executive Director. Award: $1,000 - $150,000. Geographic Scope: Dallas area.
El Paso Community Foundation (February 1, 2025)
Grant funding for a variety of philanthropic projects. The application portal opens on January 1. Award: The average grant is $1,000 - $10,000. Geographic Scope: El Paso region; far West Texas; Southern Mexico; and Northern Chihuahua, Mexico.
El Paso Community Foundation: Edith S. Zanker Memorial Park School, Inc. Fund (February 1, 2025)
Grants funds to support individuals with intellectual disabilities. Award: The average grant is $1,000 - $10,000. The application portal opens on January 1. Geographic Scope: El Paso region; far West Texas; Southern Mexico; and Northern Chihuahua, Mexico.
Dr. Leon Bromberg Charitable Trust Fund (February 10, 2025)
The Foundation provides building funds; equipment and technology; general operating; project support; and scholarships for a wide variety of nonprofit missions. Award: $250 - $50,000. Geographic Scope: Galveston area.
The Beal Foundation (February 15, 2025)
Grants for nonprofits and government agencies engaged in education; health; humanities; and welfare programs. Operating; capital; equipment; and special project funding are available. Award: $4,000 - $150,000. Geographic Scope: Permian Basin area.
Community Foundation of Abilene: Volunteer Fire Department Grants (February 15, 2025)
Support for volunteer fire departments to purchase safety and other equipment needed to serve and protect their neighbors. The online portal opens on January 1. Award: $100 - $50,000. Geographic Scope: Brown, Callahan, Coleman, Comanche, Eastland, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Kent, Knox, Mitchell, Nolan, Runnels, Scurry, Shackelford, Stephens, Stonewall, Taylor, and Throckmorton.
Esping Family Foundation (February 15, 2025, Letter of Inquiry)
Program and project support for nonprofits engaged in education; human services; health; and arts and culture. Priority areas include children and families; youth development; and improving the education outcomes of Texas children. Award: $15,000 - $200,000. Geographic Scope: Dallas County.
Helen Greathouse Charitable Trust (February 15, 2025)
Grants for nonprofits that work with children and persons who must overcome physical and mental challenges. Organizations with names beginning with A-L can submit applications during this grant cycle. Award: $10,000 - $30,000. Geographic Scope: Midland County.
James N. McCoy Foundation (February 15, 2025, Letter of Intent)
Funds for crime prevention; community development; education; healthcare; and social services. Building funds; equipment; general operating; and project support are available. Nonprofits invited to apply will submit full proposals on March 15. Award: $3,000 - $250,000. Geographic Scope: Wichita County.
The Rea Charitable Trust (February 15, 2025)
Grants for nonprofits engaged in the arts. Organizations with names beginning with A-L can submit applications during this grant cycle. Award: $1,000 - $100,000. Geographic Scope: Texas, with emphasis on the Midland area.
Shield-Ayres Foundation (February 15, 2024, Letter of Inquiry)
Funding for nonprofits engaged in health and human services fulfilling basic needs; environmental preservation; education; and the arts. Capital; endowment; program; capacity-building; and unrestricted operating expenses are available. Award: Average grant size is $10,000. Geographic Scope: Bexar and Travis Counties. Environmental work focuses on the Edwards Plateau, the Gulf Coast, and the Trans Pecos regions of Texas.
Sterling-Turner Foundation (February 15, 2025)
Grants for general support; project support; and scholarship programs. Areas of interest include but are not limited to arts and culture; museums; social services; health; children and youth; education; emergency services (including volunteer fire departments and ambulance equipment); and environmental issues. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and government entities. Award: $5,000 - $50,000. Geographic Scope: Fort Bend, Harris, Kerr, Tom Green, and Travis Counties.
Union Home Mortgage Foundation (February 15, 2025)
Support for nonprofits is provided through two pillars: financial literacy and housing. Award: $1,000 - $10,000. Geographic Scope: Texas.
Alice and Joseph C. Blewett Foundation (February 28, 2025)
Support for nonprofits engaged in arts, culture, and humanities; education; the environment and animals; public/societal benefit; health; human services; and religion. Award: $5,000 - $10,000. Geographic Scope: Primarily Dallas.
Association of Public Health Laboratories: eCR Healthcare Data Challenge (February 28, 2025, Letter of Intent)
The award challenge is designed to collect and electronically report complete case information from healthcare to public health agencies (PHAs)so they can better prepare for and respond to health concerns in their jurisdictions. Participants from rural and tribal PHAs are encouraged. Letter of Intent is required. The full application deadline is May 1, 2025. Award: Up to two awards of $125,000 each. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Avion Takes Action (February 28, 2025)
Financial support to nonprofits that address quality of life priorities, including basic needs, health care, education, veterans, and the environment. Award: Up to $5,000. Geographic Scope: Corpus Christi area.
The Lola Wright Foundation (February 28, 2025)
Project funds, building funds, and equipment grants for nonprofits. Areas of interest include arts and culture; children and youth; education; community development; and public health and human services. Award: $5,000 - $25,000. Geographic Scope: 50-mile radius of Austin.
Bob Barker Foundation (Rolling Basis, Letter of Inquiry)
Funds for organizations that operate programs to reduce recidivism, work with a minimum of 100 incarcerated or formerly incarcerated individuals annually and use evidence-based methods. Organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits, governmental entities, or tax-exempt educational or research institutions. Online Letter of Inquiry is required to confirm eligibility. Award: Up to $25,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
C&S Wholesale Grocers Corporate Giving Mini Grants Program (Rolling Basis, First Day of Each Month)
Accepts requests from community groups located within 20 miles of their warehouses. Requests are reviewed and decided upon by local C&S employees who understand local needs and who are involved in the community. Funds for programs that address hunger, children, and the environment. Award: Cash up to $1,000 and food/product donations. Geographic Scope: Dallas and Houston.
Disabled Veterans National Foundation Comfort Grants Program (Rolling Basis)
Donated goods to nonprofit organizations that offer vital necessities like water, clothing, and health and hygiene items to veterans of all walks of life. The types of donated goods available vary, so there may be limited quantities of certain types of items. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Entergy Micro Grants (Rolling Basis)
Grants for projects that effectively impact arts and culture; community improvement/enrichment; economic development; education and literacy; the environment; and healthy families. Eligible applicants include nonprofits; schools; hospitals; governmental units; and volunteer fire departments. Award: Up to $1,000. Geographic Scope: Four States, including Texas.
Paypal Giving Fund (Rolling Basis)
Charities may participate by enrolling with the Fund. Supporters then donate on PayPal and other online platforms, including eBay for Charity, Humble Bundle, GoFundMe, and Nextdoor. The Fund receives the donations, provides receipts to donors, and grants the funds to charities without charging for their services. A wide variety of charitable causes is supported. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
PetCo Love Grants (Rolling Basis)
Funding to raise the quality of life for pets and those who love and need them. Three grant programs offered year-round include Shelter Pet Cancer Treatment; Vaccinated & Loved; and Disaster Relief. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Public Funding Announcements
TXHHSC: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Outreach and Application Assistance (December 27, 2024)
HHS0015357. SNAP outreach and application assistance services for potentially eligible Texans. The services focus on educating low-income individuals and families about SNAP’s eligibility requirements; application procedures; and available benefits. These outreach efforts aim to increase knowledge, understanding, and participation in SNAP to help reduce food insecurity, hunger, and poverty in Texas. Additionally, through educational initiatives, the program will eliminate misconceptions about SNAP and provide accurate information, contributing to greater awareness and access to benefits among eligible populations. Together, these partnerships will support Texans in pursuing economic self-sufficiency and improved well-being. Award: Multiple awards of up to $2,671,669 per State Fiscal Year. Geographic Scope: Texas.
TXHHSC: Family Health Services: Breast and Cervical Cancer Services (BCCS) (January 7, 2025)
HHS0015344. The purpose of this program is to provide women with low incomes access to quality breast and cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services that positively impact their health and well-being. BCCS intends to increase access to screening; diagnostics; and treatment services. BCCS requires successful program management; eligibility determination; initiation of or referral to treatment if clinically indicated; quality management; professional development; recruitment including public education and outreach; and data collection including tracking; referrals; follow-up; and continuity of care. Award: Multiple awards with maximum award amounts based on available funding and State coverage. Geographic Scope: Texas.
USDA: Farm to School Grant Program (January 10, 2025)
Grants to plan, establish, and or sustain a Farm to School program that improves access to local foods and nutrition/agriculture resources in schools. Implementation, Turnkey, and State agency grants available. Eligible applicants include schools and school districts that operate the National School Lunch and or Breakfast Programs; State agencies; local agencies; tribal organizations; agricultural producers; and nonprofits. Award: Varies by grant type. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
HRSA: Centers of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health Education, Science, and Practice (January 27, 2025)
HRSA-25-027. HRSA’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) seeks to advance MCH science; research; practice; and policy through a well-trained public health workforce. Eligible applicants for an estimated 13 awards include independent school districts; public and private nonprofit institutions of higher education; and Tribal governments and organizations. Award: Thirteen (13) awards of up to $366,769. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
OneStar Foundation: AmeriCorps Texas (February 12, 2025, Notice of Intent)
AmeriCorps members provide valuable time, skills, and dedication that meet a wide range of critical community needs. Grants support organizations that can engage AmeriCorps members to strengthen and support local Texas communities. For new applicants, the Notice of Intent to Apply form is due on February 12, and all final application materials will be due on March 6. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: Texas.
SAMHSA: Strategic Prevention Framework - Partnerships for Success for Communities, Local Governments, Universities, Colleges, and Tribes/Tribal Organizations (February 26, 2025)
SP-23-004. The purpose of this program is to help reduce the onset and progression of substance misuse and its related problems by supporting the development and delivery of community-based substance misuse prevention and mental health promotion services. The program is intended to expand and strengthen the capacity of local community prevention providers to implement evidence-based prevention programs. Eligible applicants include nonprofits; federally recognized tribes; tribal organizations; local governments; and higher education institutions. Award: 41 awards of up to $375,000 each. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
USDOE: Energy Improvement in Rural or Remote Areas Demonstration Funding (February 27, 2025, Letter of Intent)
DE-FOA-0003428. Financial investment, technical assistance, and other resources to advance clean energy demonstrations and energy solutions in rural and remote areas that can be replicated and scaled. One of the program goals is to maximize tangible, measurable co-benefits of clean energy projects beyond supplying energy and reducing pollution including but not limited to economic, workforce, health, social, cultural, and environmental benefits. A Letter of Intent is required. A Full Application will be due on August 28, 2025. Award: 50 awards of $2,000,000 - $50,000 each. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Grants Education: Professional Development
Explore the "Grantsmanship and Nonprofit Management Resources" page for links to podcasts, rural resources, tips, and trainings. Find something new and learn at your own pace. Do you have a favorite website that's not listed on our page? Send your recommendations to grantcenter@dshs.texas.gov.
Texas Consortium for the Non-Medical Drivers of Health
This index of 115 programs is focused on research, policy, and practice. There is the option to search by program sponsor, drivers of health, target populations, health conditions, counties, active/inactive status, program evaluation, and funding type. For more details, visit the Texas NMDOH Consortium webpage.
Texas A&M Health Texas Rural Engagement Program
Free technical assistance for rural communities, hospitals, clinics, and providers in Texas to improve healthcare workforce expansion activities and enhance healthcare facilities' operations and financial viability. Complete the online inquiry form to request assistance.
Grants.gov: Grants 101 Learning Center
The Grants Learning Center explains federal grant topics, including Grants 101, Policies, Eligibility, Terminology, Programs, Reporting, Community Blog, and more. Get started or refresh your federal grant knowledge here in the "Learn Grants" tab.
Free Training and Resources
December 12: Introduction to Finding Grants | Candid Learning
December 16: 2024 Grant Trends and What to Expect for 2025 | Nonprofit Learning Lab
January 6: Getting Your Grants Program "AI Ready" | Grant Station
On Demand: A Guide to Data Collection and Reporting to Funders | Foundant Technologies
Private Funding Announcements
GEICO Philanthropic Foundation (December 31, 2024)
Support for nonprofits that provide programs and resources to strengthen diverse communities in education; community engagement; and promotion of meaningful relationships. Award: Not stated. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
The American Society of Breast Surgeons Foundation (January 17, 2025)
Grants for breast health education; outreach; and research specific to patient breast health or breast disease. Priority for programs serving underserved; uninsured; and low-income populations. Award: Up to $5,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood (January 31, 2025, Letter of Intent)
Seed money to support development projects and promising research likely to improve the welfare of young children from infancy through age 7. Welfare is broadly defined as support; acculturation; societal integration; and childcare. Grants are only made if a successful project outcome will likely be of significant interest to other professionals, within the grantee’s field of endeavor, and would have a direct benefit and potential national application. Award: See the website for previous grantees. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
National Psoriasis Foundation: Discovery Grants (January 31, 2025)
Funds for researchers to explore preliminary ideas and conduct proof-of-concept experiments. After the award, projects should be positioned to be competitive for subsequent funding from traditional large program granting sources through government; industry; or similar sources. Award: $75,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Parkinson's Foundation: Community Grants (January 31, 2025)
Grants for programs that further the health; wellness; and education of people with Parkinson's disease. Award: Not stated. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Texan By Nature: Conservation Wrangler Program (January 31, 2025)
Accelerator program that catalyzes Texan-led conservation projects. Selected science-based projects demonstrate a positive "return on conservation" for people, prosperity, and natural resources. Eligible applicants include partnerships between communities, businesses, individuals, and conservation organizations. Award: Selected projects receive 18 months of program management, strategic planning, marketing messaging, metrics capture and analysis, professional content production, and partnership development. Geographic Scope: Texas.
Behmann Brothers Foundation (February 1 – May 1, 2025)
Funds for agricultural research and education; schools; healthcare; social services; and youth programs. Nonprofit organizations can apply for project support, general operating expenses, building funds, equipment, scholarship programs, and endowments. Award: $500 to $35,000. Geographic Scope: Aransas, Bee, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Live Oak, Nueces, Refugio, and San Patricio Counties.
New Earth Foundation (February 1, 2025, Letter of Intent)
Grants for innovative projects that enhance life on our planet and brighten the future. The Foundation prioritizes smaller, newer 501(c)(3) organizations and replicable projects. Award: Average award of $1,500 based upon previous grantees. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative: Power Up Grants (February 15, 2025)
Startup costs for nonprofits engaged in education; youth programs; healthcare; community development; civic and community outreach; and public safety/service organizations. Award: $5,000 - $20,000. Geographic Scope: Bexar, Caldwell, Comal, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Hays, Karnes, Lavaca, Victoria, and Wilson Counties.
Avion Takes Action: Quality of Life Grants (February 28, 2025)
Financial support to non-profits that address quality of life priorities, including basic needs; health care; education; veterans; and the environment. Award: Up to $5,000. Geographic Scope: Corpus Christi area.
M.G. and Lillie A. Johnson Foundation (February 28, 2025)
Funding priorities include health; higher education; human services; and civic programs. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and government entities. Award: $23,000 - $1,500,000. Geographic Scope: Aransas, Bee, Calhoun, Colorado, Dewitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, Karnes, Lavaca, Matagorda, Refugio, Victoria, Waller, and Wharton Counties.
Gainwell Cares (March 1 - 31, 2025)
Gainwell Technologies' funding interests include health equity; healthcare disparities; innovative healthcare technologies; health and human services; and natural disaster support. Applicants must complete online survey to be invited to submit a full proposal. Geographic Scope: Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, and Irving areas.
Gulf Coast Medical Foundation (March 1, 2025)
The Foundation focuses its giving on nonprofits engaged in medicine and health; education; civic affairs; arts and culture; and human services. Award: $200 - $40,000. Geographic Scope: Fort Bend, Matagorda, and Wharton Counties.
San Angelo Area Foundation (March 1, 2025)
Funding for the entire range of human needs in the San Angelo region. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and government agencies. Award: See the website for last year's awards. Geographic Scope: Coke, Concho, Crockett, Glasscock, Irion, Kimble, Mason, McCulloch, Menard, Llano, Reagan, Runnels, San Saba, Schleicher, Sterling, Sutton, and Tom Green Counties.
TEGNA Foundation Community Grants (March 1, 2025)
Supports nonprofit organizations in communities served by TEGNA Inc. Priority areas include education; youth development; hunger; emergency assistance to families and individuals in crisis; and environmental conservation. Award: $1,000 - $5,000. Geographic Scope: Austin, Beaumont, Corpus Christi, Dallas, Houston, Midland/Odessa, San Angelo/Abilene, San Antonio, Tyler, and Waco.
Hearing Health Foundation: Emerging Researcher Grants (March 3, 2025)
Seed money for emerging, innovative researchers in the field of hearing and balance science. Eligible applicants include researchers at nonprofit educational, governmental, or research institutions. Award: Up to $50,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Houston Young Lawyers Foundation (March 15, 2025)
Support for education and programs that promote and aid an improved system for the administration of justice. The Foundation prefers to fund new projects or projects that will be substantially enhanced through a grant. Award: Up to $15,000. Geographic Scope: Greater Houston area.
Sundt Foundation (March 15, 2025)
Support for nonprofits that enhance the quality of life in company communities. Funding interests include youth development; hunger and nutrition; basic needs and social services; and military and veterans. Award: $2,500 - $25,000. Geographic Scope: South Region includes Alabama and Texas.
Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation (March 20, 2024, Letter of Intent)
Support for nonprofits that promote healthy lifestyles and increase access to healthcare. Award: A Letter of Intent is required for requests over $50,000. Geographic Scope: Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, and Willacy Counties.
The Home Depot Foundation: Veteran Housing Grants (March 21, 2025)
Grants for the new construction or rehabilitation of multifamily, permanent supportive housing for veterans. The grants fund physical construction costs and must comprise less than 50% of the total development cost of the project. While rural areas will be considered, priority will be given to large cities with populations of over 300,000 people. Nonprofits with a current operating budget of at least $300,000 that have previous experience developing veteran housing and that currently manage or own veteran-specific housing are eligible to apply. Award: $100,000 - $500,000. Geographic scope: Nationwide. Houston is the Texas priority area.
David D. and Nona S. Payne Foundation (March 23, 2025)
Support for nonprofits engaged in civic affairs; children and youth; education; health; historic preservation; social services; and arts and culture. Award: $1,500 - $75,000. Geographic Scope: 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle.
Helen S. Boylan Foundation (March 31, 2025)
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; and capital improvements or building renovations. Award: $2,500 - $25,000. Geographic Scope: Smith County.
Episcopal Foundation of Dallas (March 31, 2025)
Funds for strengthening the community and improving lives, including food insecurity; homelessness; poverty; and health insecurity. Award: $2,000 - $25,000. Geographic Scope: Bowie, Camp, Cass, Collin, Dallas, Delta, Denton, Ellis, Fannin, Franklin, Grayson, Henderson, Hopkins, Hunt, Kaufman, Lamar, Morris, Navarro, Rains, Red River, Rockwall, Titus, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood Counties.
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: Product donations. Large nonprofits with broad-based causes can also request monetary support. Geographic Scope: Communities with Costco Wholesale stores.
The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation (Rolling Basis, Letter of Inquiry)
The Foundation's strategic grantmaking programs focus on clean energy; land conservation; subsurface energy; sustainability education; water; and the general transformation of the City of Galveston. Award: $2,500 - $150,000. Geographic Scope: Texas.
Digitunity: Technology Donations Program (Rolling Basis)
Nonprofits, government agencies, and schools can register to receive technology donations. Technology recipient organizations must be engaged in education or employment for individuals who are at-risk or marginalized; economically disadvantaged; experiencing homelessness or housing instability; justice-involved; older adults; differently abled; or veterans. Award: Once accepted, applicant organizations can receive equipment donated by individuals and businesses through Digitunity. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
International Paper Foundation (Varies by Location)
Primary focus areas include education; hunger; health and wellness; and disaster relief. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, government entities, and school districts. Award: $500 - $115,000. In-kind donations are also available. Geographic Scope: Communities with company facilities.
The Meadows Foundation (Rolling Basis)
Program areas include arts and culture; civic and public affairs; education; environment; health; and human services. Applications are reviewed five times per year. Award: $2,500 - $500,000. Geographic Scope: Texas, with emphasis on the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Public Funding Announcements
HHSC: SUD Programs Planning & Policy Admin (January 14, 2025)
HHS0015355. Applications are accepted for Substance Use Treatment programs for Treatment for Adults (TRA); Treatment for Specialized Females (TRF); and Treatment for Youth (TRY). Applicants may apply for more than one of the program types. Award: Multiple awards for up to $588,059,215 per State Fiscal Year for five (5) years. A 5% match is required. Geographic Scope: Texas.
HHSC: Early Childhood Intervention (January 17, 2025)
HHS0014626. The Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) program provides comprehensive ECI Services for children birth to 36 months. Subrecipients will deliver individualized services to enrolled children and families that include, but are not limited to therapies; family education; and support programs designed to address cognitive, physical, communication, social, and emotional development. The expected outcomes for children participating in the ECI program include improved developmental milestones and increased readiness for school. Award: Multiple awards of up to $90,000,000 per State Fiscal Year for up to five (5) years.
Geographic Scope: Texas.
HRSA: Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students (SDS) Program (February 19, 2025)
HRSA-25-076. Funds for schools that train health professions students in specific disciplines. Award: A total of $51,470,000 is available for 85 awards for five years. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
DOE: Demonstration Funding for Energy Improvement in Rural/Remote Areas (February 27, 2025, Letter of Intent)
DE-FOA-0003428. The federal Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations will provide financial investment; technical assistance; and other resources to advance clean energy demonstrations and energy solutions in rural and remote areas that can be replicated and scaled. Award: 50 awards of $2,000,000 - $50,000,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
TCEQ: Texas Natural Gas Vehicle Grants (March 4, 2025)
This program offers substantial financial support for upgrading heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicles to cleaner natural gas alternatives. Funds will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until all $25,000,000 available funds are awarded. Award: Standardized grant amounts set by TCEQ or 90% of the incremental cost. Geographic Scope: Texas.
FEMA: Nonprofit Security Grant Program (Rolling Basis)
Funding for security enhancements and activities for nonprofits that are at high risk of terrorist attack. Award: Award amounts vary, based on need and total available funding of $210,000,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
HUD: Distressed Cities and Persistent Poverty Technical Assistance Program (Rolling Basis)
Free technical assistance to build the capacity of local governments experiencing economic distress, specifically in communities with populations under 50,000. This assistance is geared to help local governments and their nonprofit partners alleviate persistent poverty. Award: Technical assistance. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
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