Community Foundation of Abilene - Fall Community Grants

The Community Foundation of Abilene is offering the Fall Community Grants to support nonprofit organizations that work to improve the quality of life in Abilene and Taylor County, Texas. This grant opportunity provides funding for projects and programs that address a range of community needs including animal services, children and youth, community development, education, fine arts and culture, health and mental health, as well as human and social services. The goal is to enhance local services and initiatives through financial support. Eligible applicants must be tax-exempt nonprofit organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code. This includes traditional nonprofits, government entities requesting funds for public charitable purposes, K-12 schools, colleges and universities, and faith-based organizations with programs benefiting the broader community. Applicants must serve populations within Abilene or Taylor County to qualify for funding. Grant requests should be between $5,000 and $35,000 for projects lasting up to one year. Organizations may receive only one community grant within a 12-month period; those awarded in the fall cycle cannot apply again in the spring cycle immediately following. Additionally, grantees are required to submit evaluations of their funded projects to remain eligible for future grants. Certain types of activities are not eligible for funding through this program. These include medical or scholarly research, membership fees, fundraising event tickets or sponsorships, church-related activities unless they serve the entire community, travel expenses for groups such as school teams or clubs, deficit budgets or retroactive funding for current expenses, capital debt reduction efforts, individual scholarships (except through separate educational scholarship programs), and political projects. Applicants should carefully review these guidelines before applying to ensure their project aligns with the Foundation’s priorities and eligibility requirements. The deadline for submitting applications is August 1, 2024. For more details on how to apply or questions about eligibility status, potential applicants are encouraged to contact the Community Foundation staff directly. This grant offers an opportunity to secure financial support that can help expand your organization’s impact within Taylor County. By focusing on diverse areas affecting community welfare and development, it aims to foster positive change across multiple sectors in Abilene. Visit the Community Foundation of Abilene website for complete application instructions and additional information about this funding opportunity.