The Brownsville Foundation for Health and Education (BFHE) offers grants to support health, education, and charitable activities that enhance the quality of life in the Brownsville, Texas, community. Eligible applicants include government instrumentalities, such as state universities, and organizations with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. The Foundation provides funding to facilitate the creation or continuation of impactful programs in health care, education, and community support.
Applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on January 31, 2025. Proposals must be delivered or mailed to the United Way of Southern Cameron County at 634 East Levee Street, Brownsville, TX. Late submissions are not considered. Each application must include six printed copies of the proposal, bound with paper or binder clips, and exclude additional materials such as brochures or photos. The proposal format should address key questions about the organization’s mission, the requested funding amount, the purpose of the grant, timelines, additional funding sources, and a detailed budget.
A signed letter of agreement is required, evidencing the applicant's compliance with the grant guidelines. Supporting documentation includes a list of directors and officers, a 501(c)(3) determination letter, the most recent IRS Form 990 or a legal explanation of exemption, and, for government entities, a legal counsel letter verifying eligibility. Applicants must also verify that no extraneous materials are included and ensure budgets balance revenues with expenditures.
Grants may be paid in a lump sum or on a reimbursement basis, as specified in the award letter. The Foundation requires annual or periodic financial reports on fund utilization, and unused or misused funds may be reclaimed. If the project is delayed or terminated, the Foundation must be notified promptly, and remaining funds must be returned for permanent project cancellations.
Proposals are reviewed by the Foundation's trustees, with potential input from external experts, depending on the project's scope. Award decisions are communicated through official letters, with no status updates provided before notification. Approved projects must adhere to reporting requirements and credit the Foundation in all public acknowledgments of their support.
For questions, applicants may contact the Foundation at 956-548-6880 or visit their office at the address provided. This grant opportunity is focused on impactful initiatives to support the Brownsville community through education, health care, and charitable projects.
