W.P. & Bulah Luse Grant Program

The W.P. & Bulah Luse Foundation, established in 1947 by Mr. W.P. Luse and his wife Bulah, operates under the Philanthropic Solutions division of Bank of America. Mr. Luse, known for his work as a self-made oil wildcatter in the early Texas oilfields, and Bulah founded the organization to support underserved populations in Texas. The foundation's mission centers around advancing access to quality education, human services, and healthcare. It gives special consideration to charitable organizations that serve Dallas and its surrounding communities. The foundation supports organizations focused on three key program areas: education, health, and human services. Although there are no formal restrictions noted, emphasis is clearly placed on geographic proximity to Dallas, TX. Funding is primarily awarded through one-year grants, and past recipients must observe a mandatory two-year waiting period before reapplying. For instance, an organization that received a grant in 2021 would be eligible to apply again in 2024. This rule ensures broad access to funding and promotes rotational support across the nonprofit landscape. Applications are accepted twice a year with deadlines on June 1 and December 1. These biannual cycles indicate a recurring funding structure, allowing applicants to plan well in advance. There is no mention of a rolling deadline, so applicants are encouraged to submit proposals by these fixed due dates. As this is a recurring opportunity, applicants who miss a cycle may prepare for the next round within six months. All proposals are submitted online through the Bank of America Philanthropic Solutions portal. Detailed application procedures are accessible through downloadable PDF or Microsoft Word documents provided by the foundation. These documents outline the specific submission steps and help applicants prepare all required materials. In addition, online help guides are made available to assist applicants throughout the process. Organizations can return to in-progress applications through a designated link, ensuring flexibility and continuity in preparation. Applicants with questions are encouraged to reach out to the Texas Philanthropic Office at tx.philanthropic@bofa.com. While individual staff names or phone numbers are not listed on the main information page, the foundation requests that applicants reference the foundation’s name in the subject line of their inquiries. Additional contact details may be provided in the downloadable procedures documents. The W.P. & Bulah Luse Foundation remains committed to supporting organizations that are making measurable impacts in education, health, and human services. With a strong geographic focus on Texas and especially Dallas, the foundation offers a consistent, structured application process that enables eligible nonprofits to align their programs with the foundation’s philanthropic priorities.