Texas Income Security and Social Services Grants

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the San Antonio area for projects that assist economically, emotionally, or physically disadvantaged individuals.

This funding opportunity is designed to help educational institutions and non-profit organizations create and support high school robotics teams across Texas, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity for students with disabilities.

This program provides funding to enhance high school students' exposure to STEM careers and educational opportunities through hands-on experiences and partnerships with educational institutions and workforce development programs in Texas.

This funding opportunity is designed to support summer camps that engage Texas middle school students in hands-on coding experiences, fostering their interest in technology careers.

This grant provides funding for community-led projects in the Greater Houston area that promote electric transportation solutions and enhance access to clean mobility options for underserved populations.

This grant provides funding for community projects in Texas that promote bird conservation and habitat protection through educational initiatives and hands-on activities.

This grant provides financial support for historic preservation projects in the Austin area, aimed at promoting tourism and engaging communities through the preservation of culturally significant sites.

The Coastal Bend Community Foundation is accepting applications for grants. Donor Name: Coastal Bend Community Foundation State: Texas County: Aransas County (TX), Bee County (TX), Jim Hogg County (TX), Kleberg County (TX), Nueces County (TX), Refugio County (TX), San Patricio County (TX) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Donors in the Coastal Bend, through both current and testamentary gifts, have enabled the Foundation to enhance and improve the quality of life through grants to area nonprofit organizations. The Foundation’s grants from unrestricted funds cover a broad spectrum of projects from the Arts to Zoology. Focus Areas As a community foundation, CBCF awards grants in many focus areas that benefit all citizens of the Coastal Bend: Arts and Culture – including performing arts/music programs, museum exhibits/classes Education – including library services, GED and adult literacy, youth programs Environment – including animal welfare, park improvements, conservation Families and Children – including family, youth, and elderly programs Health – including medical and patient services programs, diabetes programs Human Services – including counseling, drug programs, food pantries, and shelters Public Good – including disaster relief, housing, and community development. Funding Priorities Programs that measurably raise the quality of life in the Coastal Bend Disadvantaged youth, elderly, and families Education and job creation projects that bring people out of poverty Projects that are not easily accomplished without Foundation funding Projects that result in increased funding from additional sources. Funding Information Through the Annual Grants process, the Foundation expects to award up to $400,000 in 2024. This year, there are two grant opportunities to choose from: A grant up to $10,000 to support general operations. Grant requests for general operations cannot be in excess of $10,000. OR A grant from $10,001 up to $25,000 to support expenses associated with a specific program or project serving vulnerable individuals and/or families. Geographical Areas All grant requests must be for services that are performed in CBCF’s seven-county service area: Aransas, Bee, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Nueces, Refugio, and San Patricio counties. For more information, visit CBCF.

The PeopleFund’s BIPOC Small Business Accelerator provides underserved entrepreneurs in Texas with the capital, education, and resources needed to support healthy business growth. Donor Name: PeopleFund State: Texas County: All Counties Type of Grant: Training or Mentorship Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program participants commit to an orientation, a series of virtual training sessions, and assigned “homework”. Participants also receive access to technology and tools including LivePlan business planning software and an online curriculum for 6 months, expedited loan packaging and application support, and ongoing after-care provided by PeopleFund and the partners. Participants must apply, be admitted to the program, and qualify for a PeopleFund loan product. Funding Information A grant amount between $3,000 and a maximum of $5,000. Eligibility Criteria  To qualify for the BIPOC Small Business Accelerator, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be located in the state of Texas Participants must demonstrate at least one of the following three criteria: Their business is located in a low to moderate-income area OR That the address of the individual is in a low to moderate-income area OR That the household income of the participant is low to moderate-income Open to start-up and existing businesses Must be able to support a loan payment through available global cash flow Must meet credit and lending qualifications No bankruptcies within the last 5 years U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Not currently in active litigation Not currently past-due on federal obligations or are on a recovery plan Total collections, derogatory marks, and past due items cannot exceed 10% of the total loan amount up to $5,000 Not involved in felony-level criminal activity, crimes of moral turpitude, or financial Not engaged in any of the following industries: adult entertainment, gambling or gaming, real estate investments or housing projects, passive activity (rental), anything federally illegal, multi-level marketing, and nonprofit activities. Program Benefits Participants will have access to: Qualify for a PeopleFund loan product (dependent on approval) Connections to business and professional resources in the community Completion of a business plan, financial statements, and capital portfolio Access to tools and technology including LivePlan business planning software and the Verizon Digital Ready Program Curriculum guide within an online learning platform Ongoing support and aftercare through dedicated business coaching and mentorship Networking opportunities within the cohort. For more information, visit PeopleFund.

The Dallas Foundation’s Summer Grant Cycle consists of disbursements from The Dallas Foundation’s Community Impact Fund, which focuses on the strategic priorities to ensure a Strong & Healthy Start and Community & Economic Resilience, as well as several Field of Interest Funds, which are endowed funds customized to align with a donor’s interest in a specific cause. Donor Name: The Dallas Foundation State: Texas County: Dallas County (TX) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/16/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas  The Summer Grant Cycle is open to proposals from nonprofit organizations working in Dallas County and focused on the following areas: Strong & Healthy Start Support for projects that build a strong & healthy start for children with an emphasis on prenatal to three care, family homelessness, and child and youth mental health. Critical Needs Support to provide the necessities of life, including food, clothing, emergency and transitional shelter, and healthcare to children and families who are low-income, indigent, homeless, or ill. Community & Economic Resilience Support for education & workforce development, including Pre-K12, out of school time programs, and post-secondary access; Support for economic empowerment, including entrepreneurship and employment; and Support for housing and neighborhood infrastructure, including affordable housing and property support, transportation, infrastructure (i.e., broadband, utility access, sidewalks, etc.), and access to parks and recreation. Children with Intellectual and Physical Disabilities and Older Adults Support for disabled, blind, and deaf children; Support for the education of intellectually and developmentally disabled children to enable them to lead productive lives; and Support for older adults, including low-income older adults. Grant Restrictions  Funds are generally not available for: Programs or services that do not serve Dallas County residents Annual Fund campaigns, underwriting of fundraising events, and marketing campaigns Religious purposes (although they do support educational and social service programs offered by faith-based organizations) Endowments Individuals. For more information, visit The Dallas Foundation.

Local non-profit organizations operating within the City of Victoria may be eligible to apply for grant funding for child safety and/or child abuse intervention/prevention programs or drug and alcohol abuse intervention and prevention programs for children. Donor Name: City of Victoria State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/16/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding for the program comes from the $1.50 child safety fee that is assessed when residents register their vehicles in Victoria County. This funding must be used for child safety and welfare services as defined by state law. In fiscal year 2024, the City of Victoria used the funds to provide grants for the following programs: A World for Children: “Bridging the Gap” program to help meet the needs of foster children Boys & Girls Club of Victoria: After-school programs for different age groups Girl Scouts of Greater South Texas: Supplies and training materials for CPR/first aid, mental health first aid and youth protection training Golden Crescent CASA: Program staff funding and occupancy expenses Hope of South Texas: Part-time therapist for children and families coping with the effects of abuse Mid-Coast Family Services: After-school programs and other activities for at-risk youth The Gabriel Project of the Golden Crescent: Program staff funding and supplies Categories Child Safety and/or Abuse Intervention/Prevention: Programs designed to enhance child safety and/or intervene and prevent child abuse Drug and/or alcohol abuse and prevention for children: Programs designed to intervene and prevent drug and alcohol abuse with a target audience of children, defined. For more information, visit City of Victoria.

The City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods is seeking applications for its Matching Grant Program to improve Houston neighborhoods. Donor Name: City of Houston State: Texas County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This program is administered in partnership through the City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods and the City of Houston Council Member’s Offices. It is designed to build solid relationships among neighbors, cultivate the spirit of volunteerism, and to develop projects that build a sustainable and stronger community. The goal is simple. They want to improve the quality of life for Houston communities and partner with active residents to: Improve neighborhood organization and pride. Improve community appearance and beautification. Enlist and increase community participation. Funding Information  The Matching Grants reimbursement is between $500 to $5,000. Eligible Projects The program helps pay for physical improvements or projects that are accessible and beneficial to the community. The program will not pay for ongoing operation or maintenance such as upkeep of landscaping or a community garden. Proposed projects must meet the following requirements: Improve a neighborhood through a physical improvement. Involve neighborhood residents, have long-standing benefits.  Accessible to the public. Letter of permission from property owners and/or government agencies of the proposed site at the time of submittal. The property owner may be a government agency, the owner of private property, or an association if the property is a common area. Proof of ownership of proposed site (Ex: Copy of Deed, HCAD record, etc.) Photo of proposed site. Three letters of support for your project (Ex: Neighborhood or area organizations, businesses, elected officials, schools, super neighborhood council, etc.) If the proposed projects require approval and/or permitting from a City of Houston department, pre-approval from the appropriate city department is required. (Ex: Pre-approvals must be issued by, Parks & Recreation Department for the Adopt-An-Esplanade Program, Public Works & Engineering Department for Subdivision Markers, etc.) The application is ineligible without the pre-approval from the appropriate city department (s). Examples of approved projects include, but are not limited to, street sign toppers, entryway signage, entryway columns, esplanade landscaping and irrigation, park benches, electrical signage, walkways with pavers, murals, etc. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible organizations must meet the following criteria: Applicants must be a neighborhood-based organization and/or civic club incorporated as a 501 (c) (3) or 501 (c) (4) non-profit organization through the State of Texas. If the applying neighborhood-based organization is not 501 (c) (3) or 501 (c) (4), they must secure a 501 (c) (3) or 501 (c) (4) organization to partner with for this project. Applicant organizations must represent a specific geographic area located in the Houston city limits. Applicants must Identify how the organization will fund and support the project in the future. Political organizations and individuals are not eligible. For more information, visit City of Houston.

The City of Harlingen’s Community Development Department is pleased to announce the HOME-ARP Program to provide supportive services to Qualifying Populations. Donor Name: City of Harlingen State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City of Harlingen is seeking qualified service providers to provide supportive services to Qualifying Populations. A total of $287,900.00 will be available through the HOME-ARP Program as funding for Supportive Services. The services are meant to ensure that the needs of those experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness are met so that they can obtain and stay in affordable housing. Qualifying Populations are as follows Homeless At risk of Homelessness  Fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking or human trafficking– as defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)  Other Populations has moved because of economic reasons 2+ times 60 days immediately preceding the application for homelessness prevention assistance.  is living in the home of another because of economic hardship  has notification in writing that right to occupy their current housing/living situation will be terminated within 21days after the date of application for assistance  lives in hotel/motel and the cost of hotel/motel is not paid by charitable organizations or by federal, state, or local government program for low-income individuals  lives in single occupancy or efficiency apartment unit in which there resides more than 2 persons or lives in a larger housing unit in which there are more than 1.5 persons residing per room.  is exiting a publicly funded institution, or system  otherwise lives in housing that has characteristics associated with instability and an increased risk of homelessness, as identified in the approved HOME-ARP Plan. For more information, visit City of Harlingen.

This funding opportunity supports Texas charitable organizations focused on education, health, and poverty relief, particularly in Dallas County and nearby areas, with grants typically ranging from $10,000 to $300,000.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Coleman County to address urgent community needs across various sectors such as education, health, and social services.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Coleman County to address pressing community needs across various sectors, including education, health, and youth development.

This funding opportunity supports organizations that provide essential services to physically incapacitated, underprivileged, and underserved individuals, with a focus on helping the blind, elderly, and orphans in Grayson County, TX.

The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks qualified Applicants to implement a Nutrition Incentive Program (NIP) Project. The purpose of the NIP Project is to increase the purchase of fruits and vegetables by low-income households participating in the United States Department of Agriculture Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). Services must be provided in accordance with the specifications contained in this Request for Application (RFA). Applicants should reference Section II, Scope of Grant Project, for further detailed information regarding the purpose, background, eligible population, eligible activities, and requirements.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents in Abilene and Taylor County, Texas, across various focus areas such as education, health, and community development.

The Crystelle Waggoner Charitable Trust is seeking applications to benefit charitable organizations in the arts and social services. Donor Name: Crystelle Waggoner Charitable Trust State: Texas County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program Types Arts, Culture, & Humanities  Human Services Funding Information Grants are typically between $15,000 and $40,000. Criteria Preference is given to organizations, operating in, or serving Tarrant County. For more information, visit Bank of America.