The Red Door Fund for Mental Health is an initiative of the Greater Fayette Community Foundation, created to address mental health disparities in rural Central Texas. Rooted in community need and inspired by a symbol of hope, the Fund prioritizes support for individuals and families navigating mental health challenges in areas where resources are often limited. Since its inception in 2021, the Fund has raised over $211,000 and invested more than $196,000 into local communities.
The Fund’s mission centers around increasing access to mental health services, reducing stigma, and enhancing education and awareness. Through grants to local organizations, the Fund supports a range of programs including traditional and creative therapies, crisis intervention training, peer support groups, and community-based awareness campaigns. Specific funding areas include support for youth, families, educators, and emergency responders.
Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations in good standing or collaborations where at least one member meets this criterion. Applicants must offer services within the rural counties of Texas explicitly listed by the Fund, such as Fayette, Colorado, Washington, and others. The grant supports initiatives that align with one or more funding priorities: increasing service access, promoting mental health education, enhancing affordability and accessibility, and fostering supportive community cultures.
While exact application deadlines are not specified, the Fund operates on an annual cycle with community engagement events like Red Door Day scheduled for February 12, 2025. Applications are currently being accepted. There is no requirement for matching funds, and 14 organizations have received funding to date.
Contact information includes an email address (Info@greaterfayette.com) and phone number ((979) 797–2180). Applicants are encouraged to align their proposals with the Fund’s stated priorities and clearly demonstrate the local impact of their programs. Application guidance, questions, and best practices are not explicitly published, so prospective grantees should reach out directly for support or clarification.
