Texas Grant Resource Center

Texas Grant Resource Center

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Statewide Opportunities

On this page, you will find upcoming grant opportunities, nonprofit events, and year-round funding resources for nonprofits serving Texas communities as well as grants for individuals. To receive monthly updates on upcoming opportunities, be sure to subscribe to the TGRC newsletter.

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Last updated October 23, 2026

Upcoming Grant Opportunities for Nonprofits

Browse upcoming funding opportunities by geographic area. Please confirm eligibility and application requirements with the funder before applying.

Statewide Texas

Texas Capital Foundation Honors Awards

Deadline: November 15, 2026
Supports established nonprofits providing housing stability and wraparound services in the Austin, Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio markets.

Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FY28)

Deadline: December 2, 2026
Supports eligible organizations providing services and assistance to Texas veterans and their families.

Central Texas

Future Fund Giving Circle

Deadline: October 30, 2026
Supports projects benefiting Williamson County children and families, including efforts to reduce barriers to education.

Hood Endowment

Next review cycle: November 2026
Supports initiatives benefiting Williamson County, with a focus on veterans and animal welfare. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and evaluated semi-annually. Applicants are encouraged to submit before the November review cycle.

Waco Foundation — Immediate Impact Grants

Deadline: January 1, 2027
Provides grants of up to $5,000 to eligible McLennan County nonprofits addressing immediate community needs.
Interested applicants should contact Nicole Wynter at nwynter@wacofoundation.org to discuss their project before applying.

North Texas

Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation

Deadline: October 31, 2026
Supports nonprofits serving Archer, Baylor, Clay, Montague, Wichita, Wilbarger, and Young counties in areas such as education, arts, and human services.

Greater Houston

The Brown Foundation — Community Grants

Deadline: October 31, 2026
Supports program, operating, and capital needs for Greater Houston nonprofits; new applicants begin with a pre-application.

West Texas

Community Foundation of Abilene — Future Fund

Deadline: November 1, 2026
Supports nonprofits serving children and youth in Abilene and Taylor County.

Far West Texas

Robert E. & Evelyn McKee Foundation

Deadline: December 1, 2026
Supports 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, health, human services, youth development, and community programs, prioritizing El Paso.

Multi-Region

Piñon Foundation Grants

Deadline: December 7, 2026
Supports nonprofits improving education, health, and well-being for children and older adults, with priority for the Texas Panhandle, Permian Basin, and Dallas–Fort Worth region.

Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation

Deadline: December 31, 2026 (quarterly review for requests > $1,000)
Supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits near Perdue facilities working in education, hunger relief, health, and community services; an employee endorsement is required.

National & International — Open to Texas Nonprofits

Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant

Deadline: October 23, 2026
Supports eligible organizations and educators exploring chocolate history, culture, education, and cocoa science.

Atlassian Foundation — Reshaping Education for the AI Era

Deadline: October 30, 2026
Supports collaborative initiatives led by registered nonprofits helping disadvantaged learners thrive as education changes with AI.

Year-Round Funding Opportunities

Explore rolling funding opportunities and resources for nonprofit organizations.

Grants for Individuals

Since the Candid Foundation Directory mainly lists grants for nonprofits, we are limited on scholarship resources. If you are looking for scholarships, the best place to start is your school’s scholarship resources. For example, UT Austin students can use UT Pivot to find scholarships. You can also explore Candid’s full list of funders that have awarded scholarships, as well as their article on finding financial aid.

Instead, we can look into grants that support individual projects such as the arts or research. Here are some field-specific grants for individuals:

Creative Arts, Media, & Film Grants

History Research Grants

Fiscal Sponsorship

Another option for individuals seeking grants is a fiscal sponsorship, where a nonprofit provides legal and financial oversight for a charitable activity or project that doesn’t have its own tax-exempt status. You can reach out to a nonprofit whose mission aligns with your work to see if they are interested in sponsoring your project. Some nonprofits openly offer fiscal sponsorships on their websites (e.g. Austin Creative Alliance).

Here are additional links to learn more:

Upcoming Events for Nonprofits

Oct
28
Info Session • 1:00 – 2:00 pm CTCONNECT Fellows
Learn about program fees, commitments, and how to get matched with a fellow.
Spring 2027 Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 at 11:59 pm CT.
Questions? Contact Meg Sweeny at meg.sweeny@austin.utexas.edu

Oct
28
Training • 1:00 pm CTCandid Learning
With Giving Season almost here, ensure that your Candid profile is ready to help your organization capture that momentum.

Oct
29
Training • 1:00 pm CTTexas Grants Resource Center
Discover strategies for finding grant opportunities and researching potential funders.

Nov
5
Training • 10:00 am CTTexas Grants Resource Center
Learn the basic steps of developing a fundraising plan, including making a case for support, creating a plan of action, and diversifying your organization’s fundraising base.

Nov
10
Training • 1:00–2:30 pm CTCandid Learning
Learn step-by-step how to create a grant proposal for foundation funding, including the essential elements of a strong proposal.