Texas Grants

A full study proposal and proposed budget is NOT requested at this time. Brief Description of Anticipated Work: This work requires on-site support for a large field project at Edwards AFB to implement the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP). Support will include invasive species removal and monitoring, wetlands support, tri-colored black bird support, and native plant restoration. Refer to the Statement of Interest Package / Statement of Objectives for complete details. Anticipated Period of Performance: One 18-month base period (12 months from award date + 6 months administrative for onboarding/preparation plus analysis and reporting). Responses or clarifications: Submit your Statement of Interest via e-mail attachments or direct questions (no later than 31 July 2024) to::Cheryl VendemiaGrants SpecialistUSACE, Fort Worth DistrictEmail: [email protected] LeptienProject ManagerUSACE Fort Worth DistrictEmail: [email protected] Timeline for Review of Statements of Interest: RSOIs are required to be posted on www.Grants.gov for 30 days prior to the Government making a decision and requesting full proposals..Refer to Related Documents for RSOI Package details.

The City of Athens is currently soliciting proposals from eligible organizations seeking funds to be used for activities that serve a public purpose. Donor Name: City of Athens State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/22/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Athens community is home to numerous organizations who provide services that benefit the residents, businesses, and visitors of the City. In certain instances, the services provided by these organizations meet a public purpose that is not addressed by the City of Athens or supplements an existing service provided by the City, thereby relieving the City of the cost of providing those services. In such instances, the City of Athens can achieve its objectives more efficiently by providing targeted financial support to these organizations. This is a reimbursing grant program, with funding priority given to activities that assist the City in accomplishing its strategic goals. Eligibility Criteria The following requirements will apply for any application for funding to be considered:  As required by State law, all funded activities must serve a public purpose.  The applicant must be an organization or corporation governed by a board of directors, or similar governance structure. The applicant must be located in the Athens city limits.  The applicant must demonstrate that the disbursement of funds will directly benefit the residents, businesses, and visitors of the City of Athens.  The applicant must be a legal entity with the legal capacity to enter into contracts.  The applicant must demonstrate that the funded activities are available to and appropriate for the public. All funded activities must be provided to the public on an equal basis. The applicant must be in good financial standing and have financial safeguards in place to protect public funds. For more information, visit City of Athens.

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.

The United Way of Tarrant County has launched the Veterans Fund to support military service members returning to civilian life in the Tarrant County area, including counseling, career and financial coaching, addiction treatment and other high-priority needs. Donor Name: United Way of Tarrant County State: Texas County: Tarrant County (TX) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/24/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details:   Funding Information Approximately $300,000 in available funding. Funding Period January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  To be eligible, organizations must be active nonprofit or civic organizations or institutions with a history of addressing or the capacity to address the needs/services of veterans, active-duty members, and their families in Tarrant County. For the purposes of this RFP, a veteran is defined as a service member of any era or current member of the U.S. Armed Forces or its Reserve or National Guard component who has been federally activated outside of training. Veteran dependents include spouses, sons, daughters (including stepchildren and adopted children) of Texas veterans. Surviving spouses must be widowed to receive case management services. For more information, visit United Way of Tarrant County.

TWC is re-issuing Statewide Family Child Care Network under RFA 32025-00067 to allow more inclusive Applicant eligibility requirements than the prior issued RFA 32024-00046. TWC is seeking Applications from entities that demonstrate experience working with child care providers, including facilitating or convening early childhood entities or providing technical assistance, training or professional development. In partnership with local or regional collaborative efforts, the Grantee selected under this RFA will develop one (1) statewide FCCN in Texas. The FCCN shall be designed to provide specialized services and technical assistance to address the needs of FCC Providers. The FCCN developed by the Applicant will increase the availability and quality of FCC Providers, particularly as related to TWC’s focus areas for this initiative that aim to increase supply of FCC Providers offering high-quality child care for infants and toddlers, offering Non-Traditional Hour Care, and operating in Child Care Deserts. Through this initiative, TWC also intends to strengthen the quality and supply of FCC Providers with funding for FCC Providers seeking to become newly permitted or permitted at a higher level, while also improving the quality of provided care.

The Thrive Business Grant (TBG) is a program by the Trophy Club Economic Development Corporation aimed at supporting local businesses through reimbursable matching grants. The initiative focuses on enhancing the visual appeal and competitiveness of businesses in Trophy Club, driving economic growth and community prosperity. In 2023, the EDC allocated $300,000 to launch this program, supporting projects like façade improvements, interior renovations, and equipment purchases to maintain the town's charm and stimulate customer growth. Eligible applicants include property owners and tenants in Trophy Club who meet specific criteria such as being current on taxes, having no municipal liens, and adhering to local and state regulations. The application process involves Town Council approval, with a timeline starting on May 28, 2024, and deadlines on September 30, 2024, for applications, followed by reviews and tentative approval dates in December 2024. Projects must start within six months of grant receipt and funds are provided as reimbursements post-completion.

The City of Athens is currently accepting applications for the 2025 Tourism Development Grant to promote tourism and attract overnight visitors to Athens. Donor Name: The City of Athens State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/22/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Projects must be specifically designed to attract overnight visitors to Athens. The Tourism Development Grant is open to eligible organizations or events located within the Athens city limits. The primary use of these funds is intended to promote tourism and the convention and hotel industry in Athens. The City of Athens is under no obligation to allocate any portion of collected HOT revenues unless the City enters into a funding contract. Award of funds does not guarantee future funding. The City Council shall have the final decision regarding the allocation of funds. Types of Grants There is a two-part test that expenditures of local HOT funds must meet in order to be valid:  Part One: Expenditures must DIRECTLY enhance and promote tourism and the convention and hotel industry.  Part Two: Expenditures of HOT funds must clearly fit into one of the following categories for expenditure of HOT revenues, which are defined below:  Advertising: Paying for advertising, solicitations, and promotions that attract tourists and convention delegates to the City or its vicinity.  Promotion of the Arts: Expenditures that promote the arts. The encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application of the arts, including instrumental and vocal music, dance, drama, folk art, creative writing, architecture, design and allied fields of painting, sculpture, photography, graphic and craft arts, motion pictures, radio, television, tape and sound recording, and other arts related to the presentation, performance, execution, and exhibition of these major art forms. (No more than 15% of annual Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax revenues can be spent on the arts.)  Sporting Event Promotion: Funding certain expenses, including promotional expenses directly related to a sporting event within counties with a population of fewer than one million. (To qualify, the sporting event must be one that would “substantially increase economic activity at hotels and motels within the city or its vicinity.”)  Tourist Transportation System: Funding transportation systems for tourists.  Signage: Signage directing tourists to sights and attractions that are visited frequently by hotel guests in and around the City Eligibility Requirements Tourism Promotion: As required by state law, all projects must encourage and promote the use of hotels and motels within Athens by enhancing and promoting tourism, conventions, and the hotel industry. Governance: The applicant must be an organization or corporation governed by a board of directors or similar governance structure. Location: The event must be located within the Athens city limits. Direct Benefit: The applicant must demonstrate that the funds will directly enhance and promote tourism, conventions, and the hotel industry by attracting visitors from outside of Athens. Legal Entity: The applicant must be a legal entity with the capacity to enter into contracts. Public Accessibility: The applicant must demonstrate that the programs or events are open and appropriate for the general public. Financial Standing: The applicant must demonstrate good financial standing and have financial safeguards in place to protect public funds. See the Financial Information section for more details. For more information, visit City of Athens.

The City of Irving is offering a Neighborhood Association Grant Program, providing funds between $1000 to $10,000 for projects that foster community spirit, such as communication initiatives, neighborhood identity enhancements, physical improvements, special events, and participation in the Great Flag Caper initiative, with applications due by October 23, 2024.

The Elevate grant seeks to provide funding in support of arts and cultural organizations, individual artists, and creative businesses that produce culturally vibrant and diverse artistic content for the public. Donor Name: City of Austin State: Texas County: Bastrop County (TX), Caldwell County (TX), Hays County (TX), Travis County (TX), Williamson County (TX) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This funding supports the creative, administrative, and operational expenses of creative activities for the people of Austin and its tourists. This investment in Austin’s cultural producers will elevate the City’s diverse arts and culture tourism sector, amplify equity, and prioritize inclusive programming. Key Elements  Minimum of one-year history of producing arts and culture activities in the Austin metro area Must produce over 50% of public arts/culture activities within the Austin 10-1 City Council districts or extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) Applicants who prefer to work with a Fiscal Sponsor may do so. Fiscal Sponsorship is not required.  Awards will be based on alignment with Elevate’s funding priorities.  Annual operating budget is not a factor in determining award amounts. Applications will be reviewed and scored by trained outside review panelists. Funding Information Elevate for Non-Profits $40,000-$80,000. Elevate for individuals and creative businesses $15,000-$30,000. Funding Priority Activities that pay local artists and artistic administrators Activities that engage in community-based partnerships Applicants and activities with a commitment to equity  Equity is represented in leadership  Applicants who represent the diverse cultures of Austin, particularly those who are from backgrounds that have been historically under-represented in Austin’s Cultural Funding programs. Applicants that are representative of, serve, and are accountable to communities that are at immediate risk of cultural erasure and displacement within Austin and/or have been institutionally marginalized and under-funded by the City of Austin Cultural Arts Division. This may include applicants that directly serve Black/African American, Native American, Asian, Hispanic/Latino, Middle Eastern, and Pacific Islander communities or LGBTQIA+ and/or disability communities. Eligibility Criteria Applicant Type: 501(c) nonprofit arts organization, An individual aged 18 or older, Creative Business Maximum Annual Expenses: None, $500,000, $500,000 Maximum Request Amount: $80,000, $30,000, $30,000 Your artistic goals or creative mission is the production of arts and culture activities. This includes organizations that provide professional support to creatives. Minimum of one year of operating history in the Austin metropolitan statistical area (MSA), which includes:  Travis Bastrop,  Caldwell,  Hays,  and Williamson Counties. Over 50% of your creative production is within the Austin 10-1 City Council districts or extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). Proposed activity meets all program requirements as outlined by the Hotel Occupancy Tax.  All events are open to the public  Occur within Austin or the Austin ETJ Marketed to tourists  Or applicant is an arts service organization Applicants cannot accept more than one Cultural Arts Fund Grant (Thrive, Elevate, Nexus, or Austin Live Music Fund) per City of Austin Fiscal Year (October 1 – September 30 annually). Sponsored Projects do not count towards this limit. City of Austin employees are not eligible to apply for funding. For more information, visit City of Austin Government.

The City of Austin is accepting applications for its Thrive Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Austin State: Texas County: Bastrop County (TX), Caldwell County (TX), Hays County (TX), Travis County (TX), Williamson County (TX) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/29/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The Thrive Grant Program seeks to address a long-term need for intentional investment to support and develop arts organizations and cultural institutions of, by, and for communities that are at immediate risk of cultural erasure and displacement within Austin and/or have been institutionally marginalized and under-funded by the City of Austin Cultural Arts Division. Through funding, peer leadership, and networking, this program will make Austin’s diverse cultures more widely visible and accessible by providing funds to sustain and grow organizations that are deeply rooted in and reflective of those communities. Key Elements Thrive funds organizations that are community-centered and responsive to current social and cultural needs of Austin’s diverse communities. Applicants who show investment from and into their communities are encouraged to apply. Intersectionality in proposals is encouraged.  Thrive offers a cohort experience to support organizations in obtaining cultural institution status through: peer leadership  networking opportunities  Organization improvement goals will become part of the contract deliverables.  All eligible applicants who apply for Thrive but are not awarded will also be considered for Elevate. Funding Priorities Organizations that serve and are accountable to communities that are at immediate risk of cultural erasure and displacement within Austin. This may include organizations that directly serve Black/African American, Native American, Asian, Hispanic/Latino, Middle Eastern, and Pacific Islander communities.  Organizations that are representative of communities that experience other forms of institutional marginalization. This may include organizations that directly serve LGBTQIA+ and/or disability communities. Organizations that embody a commitment to equity through representation in leadership and program development. Applicants that have faced systemic barriers in obtaining institutional assets. Applicants that show a critical need for meaningful investment. Applicants that are ready for investment in long-term sustainability. What Foundation Funds All contracts funded by Hotel Occupancy Tax revenue are required to:  Produce activities that are open and advertised to Austin residents and tourists  Promote and enhance the City of Austin as a cultural destination Occur in Austin or its extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) This program will offer additional investment in organization improvement. Examples of organization improvement include: Expanding public programming and audiences Establishing a reliable space for planning and presenting work Establishing new and/or more diversified revenue sources  Cohort participation to advance organization improvement goals Funding Information The Thrive award amounts range from $85,000 – $150,000 per year. Grant Period  2-year contract. Eligible Activities Activities related to the sustainability and growth of the organization. Examples: Expanding public programming and audiences Establishing a reliable space for planning and presenting work Establishing new and/or more diversified revenue sources  Operations related to the production of public events Exhibitions Performances Workshops, classes, and camps that include a performance or exhibition  Public art projects that are installed on public or private property and accessible to the public Eligibility Criteria 501(c) non-profit arts organization whose primary mission and over 50% of their body of work is the production of arts and culture. This includes organizations that provide professional support to creatives. 501(c) status can be new but must be active at the time of application. Minimum of five years of operating history in the Austin metropolitan statistical area (MSA), which includes:  Travis Bastrop,  Caldwell,  Hays,  and Williamson Counties. Over 50% of the applicant’s creative production is within the Austin 10-1 City Council districts or extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) Proposed activity meets all program requirements as outlined by the Hotel Occupancy Tax.  All events are open to the public  Occur within Austin or the Austin ETJ Marketed to tourists  Or applicant is an arts service organization Applicants cannot accept more than one Economic Development Department Grant (Thrive, Elevate, Nexus, or Austin Live Music Fund) per City of Austin Fiscal Year (October 1 – September 30 annually). Sponsored Projects do not count towards this limit. City of Austin employees are not eligible to apply for funding. For more information, visit City of Austin Government.

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations in Texas, particularly in Dallas County, for initiatives in education, health, human services, and scientific research aimed at improving community well-being.

This grant provides funding for historic preservation projects in Lubbock and Hale counties, focusing on the restoration and reuse of significant buildings that serve as community hubs.

The Nusenda Foundation recently opened applications for 2024 Community Rewards Grants to create positive change and address important needs in the region. Donor Name: Nusenda Foundation State: New Mexico, Texas County: El Paso County (TX) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas Nusenda Community Rewards grant-giving is focused on five areas: education, healthcare, environment and wildlife, the arts, and community service. Eligibility Criteria  To qualify for Community Rewards funding, organizations must be a 501C3 in New Mexico or El Paso County, Texas. For more information, visit Nusenda Credit Union.

MetLife Foundation is offering the Community Impact Grant Program to support local grassroots organizations who are on the front lines addressing emergency needs of people with low incomes and communities impacted by the growing income and wealth divide.  Donor Name: MetLife Foundation State: Kansas, Missouri, New Jersey, South Carolina, Texas County: Dallas County (TX), Essex County (NJ), Greenville County (SC), Jackson County (MO), Wyandotte County (KS) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/17/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Selected recipients will receive programmatic support through grants between $5,000 – $50,000 in the following focus areas: Hunger Relief and Nutrition Physical and Mental Well-Being Environmental Sustainability Quality of Life Eligibility Criteria Non-profit organizations that meet the following requirements are encouraged to submit applications:  Organizations must be independent tax-exempt public charities as per Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. (Note: we are unable to provide support via fiscal sponsors). Eligible organizations must have operating budgets between $50,000 to $5,000,000.  This is an open and competitive funding opportunity. We encourage proposals from applicants that represent a wide range of organizations and fields in the non-profit sector.  Its encourage applicants that represent or have authentic relationships with people with low incomes and communities hardest hit by income and wealth divide.  Programming must align with the Foundation’s mission of driving inclusive economic mobility and the focus areas outlined above.  Organizations must have significant work serving at least one of the communities as noted and will implement the program in one of the following counties: Dallas, TX (Dallas County) Greenville, SC (Greenville County) Kansas City, KS (Wyandotte County) Kansas City, MO (Jackson County) Newark, NJ (Essex County) For more information, visit MetLife Foundation.

This program provides funding for capital improvement projects that enhance community assets in Texas, supporting nonprofits, local governments, schools, and civic groups.

This funding opportunity supports schools, libraries, and nonprofit organizations in Texas by providing financial assistance for hiring professional artists to conduct performances or workshops, thereby enriching the local creative economy.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to local governments, state agencies, and eligible nonprofits in areas affected by wildfires to implement measures that reduce future wildfire risks and enhance community resilience.

This grant provides funding to organizations that promote self-determination strategies for individuals with developmental disabilities, helping them effectively communicate with healthcare providers and navigate the healthcare system.

This grant provides funding to organizations that support children with developmental disabilities and their families in developing choice-making skills to promote independence and community engagement.

Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act ("IIJA"), the Department of Energy (DOE) provides formula grants to states and Indian Tribes for projects aimed at improving the resilience of the electric grid against disruptions caused by extreme weather, wildfires, or natural disasters. The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) manages the application process, expense reviews, and reimbursements for eligible entities, with funding provided on a reimbursement basis. The program partners with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to establish program objectives and metrics for resilience investments. The DOE will allocate $459 million annually over five years, with Texas expecting approximately $150 million. Eligible entities include electric grid operators, electricity storage operators, electricity generators, transmission owners or operators, distribution providers, and fuel suppliers. Preferred resilience measures include weatherization technologies, fire-resistant technologies, monitoring and control technologies, vegetation management, and adaptive protection technologies. The application period is open until July 31, 2024, at 5:00 PM CST.