Texas Youth Grants

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in North Texas for projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as animal welfare, child welfare, mental health, and disability services.

This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools for community events that promote cultural enrichment, connection, and civic engagement.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Tarrant County, Texas, that assist children with physical or mental disabilities through treatment, education, and supportive services.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide services to prevent child maltreatment and strengthen families, including education, home visiting, and refuge for those in unsafe living conditions.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Western United States that implement high-impact, sustainable programs benefiting their communities.

This program provides funding to various organizations, including local governments and nonprofits, to implement strategies that reduce violent crime and enhance community safety through collaboration and data-driven approaches.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area that focus on the humane treatment of animals, including adoption efforts and cruelty prevention.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and eligible entities in Abilene and Taylor County, Texas, to implement projects that address community needs and improve local quality of life.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Tarrant County, Texas, that serve vulnerable populations, including the elderly and disabled, as well as initiatives in the arts and education.

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve the quality of life for low-income and rural communities in East Texas by addressing poverty through initiatives in education, health, economic opportunity, human services, arts and culture, and environmental conservation.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in North Texas that support children and youth with disabilities and chronic health conditions through adaptive experiences, therapeutic services, and independent living programs.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area that strengthen families and communities through programs focused on child development, food security, and healthcare access.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in North Texas that offer Christian-based programs aimed at developing youth's character, promoting healthy lifestyles, and fostering moral and ethical growth.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Dallas, Texas, that support families and at-risk children through family stability services and educational initiatives.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Texas Panhandle that focus on delivering services and programs specifically benefiting children in Amarillo and surrounding areas.

This grant provides financial and in-kind support to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the U.S. that promote social good, global health, and assistance for military members.

This funding opportunity supports county governments and public universities in Texas to develop and operate specialty court programs that provide treatment services for veterans, individuals with mental health or substance use issues, and youth in the justice system.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that create hands-on STEAM workshops for underserved youth, enhancing technical skills and career exploration opportunities within the Best Buy Teen Tech Centers network.

The Lola Wright Foundation is a private, non-profit charitable foundation dedicated to supporting community-based organizations. Its overarching mission is to bolster entities that are granted tax exemption under the Internal Revenue Code, Section 501(c)(3), particularly those operating primarily within a 50-mile radius of Austin, Texas. This geographic focus ensures that the Foundation's efforts are concentrated on local community development and impact, aligning its grant-making activities directly with the needs of the Austin area. The Foundation targets a diverse range of beneficiaries, including children and youth, individuals in need of public health and human services, and groups benefiting from education and community development initiatives. It also extends its support to arts and culture organizations. Specific populations like minorities, the homeless, and the elderly are explicitly mentioned as funding emphases, indicating a strategic priority to reach vulnerable and underserved segments of the community. The impact goals revolve around fostering social well-being, promoting health, supporting educational advancement, and enriching cultural life within its defined geographic area. The Foundation's priorities and focuses are clearly delineated across several key fields of interest: Children and Youth, Public Health and Human Services, Education and Community Development, and Arts and Culture. These areas represent the strategic pillars of its grant-making. The Foundation generally does not provide funding for day-to-day operating costs or expenses, preferring to support projects and initiatives that align with its broader objectives. This suggests a focus on sustainable, project-based impact rather than routine operational support. While specific expected outcomes and measurable results are not explicitly detailed as quantitative metrics in the provided text, the Foundation's theory of change appears to be rooted in strengthening community infrastructure through strategic investment in key social, health, educational, and cultural sectors. By supporting 501(c)(3) organizations, it aims to empower local groups to address pressing community needs. The restriction on reapplying for a grant for at least twelve months after receiving one suggests a desire to allow funded projects sufficient time to demonstrate impact before further consideration, promoting a cycle of focused investment and evaluation.

The Albert and Mary Dick Charitable Trust supports charitable organizations that promote higher education, assist youth, and prevent cruelty to children and animals, with primary emphasis on Victoria County, Texas. The trust’s purpose is to fund programs that benefit the local community across several program areas. Grants support work in education, environment and animals, health, and human services. Typical awards average 7,000 dollars, and the trust’s average total giving per year is approximately 200,000 dollars. Specific project scopes and uses should align with the trust’s focus on youth, education, and humane treatment of children and animals. Eligible applicants are organizations that qualify as tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form as specified by the trustee. The deadline is May 1, 2024. Grant duration is not stated. Additional information, including application procedures, is available through the trustee’s online portal referenced by Wells Fargo.