FC Dallas Foundation Community Action Grant Program in Texas

The FC Dallas Foundation's Community Action Grant program, presented by NUU Mobile, is designed to support nonprofit organizations that share the foundation's mission of promoting healthy, active lifestyles for underserved communities in North Texas. This initiative aligns with the foundation's strategic priority to foster community well-being through direct support to organizations making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most. By partnering with nonprofits, the foundation aims to extend its reach and impact, reinforcing its commitment to community development. The program specifically targets underserved individuals and communities within the local North Texas area. The impact goals are centered on improving the nutrition, healthy activity (with a preference for sports, especially soccer), and education of these populations. This focus is a direct reflection of the foundation's theory of change, which posits that by addressing these fundamental areas, individuals can achieve a better quality of life and long-term well-being. Grantees are required to focus their efforts in one or more of three key areas: nutrition, healthy activity through sports (preferably soccer), or education. This allows for a diverse range of projects while maintaining a clear alignment with the foundation's core mission. The program prioritizes organizations that can effectively provide opportunities for underserved individuals, ensuring that the grants lead to meaningful engagement and support. Each successful grant recipient receives a $5,000 grant. While specific expected outcomes and measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the program's emphasis on "providing opportunities for underserved individuals" and "serving those in the local North Texas community" strongly implies an expectation of increased access to resources and improved well-being within the target demographic. The foundation's overall strategic priorities suggest a commitment to empowering communities through focused interventions. Applicants must be 501(c)3 nonprofits that meet specific criteria, including providing opportunities for underserved individuals and communities, serving the local North Texas community, and focusing on nutrition, healthy activity, and/or education. This rigorous selection process ensures that funding is directed towards organizations that are well-positioned to achieve the desired community impact and align with the FC Dallas Foundation's mission.