Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Texas
Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can seek invitation-only support to test or expand new approaches. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations, including those improving community safety and support for first responders, to submit a letter of inquiry if they fit the foundation’s criteria.
Creag Foundation
Youth Welfare Grants for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits worldwide, including those in Texas, can apply for DanPaul Foundation grants up to US $15,000 to support programs serving children’s health, education, development, and welfare. Organizations with search and rescue, first responder, or related youth-focused services may be eligible when projects align with child advocacy, poverty relief, or environmental education priorities.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Texas Innovation
Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help Texas early-stage social impact organizations scale innovative solutions for underserved communities, with awards up to US $300,000. Independent nonprofits and impact-first for-profits tackling social or environmental challenges, including those improving emergency response or first responder support, may be eligible if they operate post-pilot and plan for significant, measurable growth.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Disaster Relief Funding from Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education, or economic empowerment in Texas and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities, including tech-enabled disaster relief and resilience efforts that may benefit search and rescue operations.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Safety and Community Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Texas educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Programs may include disaster preparedness and recovery, community/public safety, job training, financial literacy, STEM education, and neighborhood revitalization that benefit local residents and first responders.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Arts Grants in Texas
Texas cultural nonprofits offering arts or science programming for broad audiences can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) institutions such as museums, theaters, symphonies, ballets, and arts schools, especially those engaging youth or nurturing artistic talent, may be competitive for awards over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Texas communities where PNC has a significant presence can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant to support early childhood education or community economic development programs. Funding may benefit low- and moderate-income families through education, affordable housing, small business support, community services, arts, or neighborhood revitalization initiatives.
PNC Foundation
Humanitarian and Community Funding for Charities from Roche
Focused on humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, and arts initiatives, this program invites accredited charities in Texas and other countries to seek philanthropic support for high-quality, sustainable projects. Organizations involved in disaster relief, community resilience, or support for first responders and related services may be eligible through Roche’s local affiliate offices.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation provides Texas health and human services organizations with support for programs in healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, and services for women and girls. Nonprofits engaged in disaster relief or humanitarian aid, including search and rescue–related efforts within the U.S., may be eligible if they serve marginalized or vulnerable communities.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Texas Nonprofits
With a mission to support charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Texas 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for programs that advance general welfare. U.S.-based nonprofits, including those operating search and rescue or first responder initiatives, may be eligible if all grant funds are used within the country.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Texas seeking support for community-focused programs can apply for Bank of America Foundation’s sponsorships. Bank of America Charitable Foundation backs initiatives in housing, workforce development, hunger relief, arts and culture, environment, and diversity, which may benefit first responder and search and rescue organizations working in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Texas Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian human and social service nonprofits working with disadvantaged people, including those affected by disasters, can apply for US $5,000 - US $250,000 from Gupta Family Foundation; funding is global and includes Texas. With a mission to foster self-reliance, the foundation supports smaller 501(c)(3) organizations and qualifying foreign entities that direct at least 90% of grant funds to beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Texas Community Safety Funding via Altra Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Aug 16, 2026
Nonprofit organizations providing community safety or search and rescue services in Texas’s Smith County can receive US $2,500 - US $10,000 to advance their programs. Altra Foundation supports 501(c)(3) groups focused on strengthening local communities, public safety, and related human services through its Best Life Community Awards, with winners selected through member nominations and community voting.
ALTRA FOUNDATION INC
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Focused on storytelling and impact, the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profits to seek support for sharing their work. Organizations in Texas involved in wildlife conservation, preservation, education, or wellness may be eligible for Storytelling Grants of more than US $50,000 to amplify their community impact.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Texas Community Relief Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Texas 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years that address community hardships through education, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, families, veterans, animal welfare, or spiritual programs can access funding via Robinson Foundation. Eligible Southern-region nonprofits receive single-year support for projects with tangible, meaningful impact, though facilities and other capital projects are excluded.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in Texas
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
With a mission to support community services, Insperity provides Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with philanthropic grants and event sponsorships for their service and fundraising goals. Eligible groups must either be Insperity clients, engage Insperity employees, or serve communities where employees live and work, and search and rescue or first responder nonprofits may be eligible if they meet these criteria.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can seek funding to advance their programs. Focused on broad social and environmental impact, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites eligible groups, including those supporting first responders and rescue-related efforts, to apply for support that helps drive positive change.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Texas Community Programs Funding via Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities in Texas within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation’s grants to support education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment initiatives. Search and rescue and other first responder programs that meet these priorities and serve GP communities may be eligible.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Texas that support basic needs, at-risk youth, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence may be eligible for TJX Foundation grants if located within 15 miles of a TJX site. Search and rescue or first responder programs that fit these priorities and meet the eligibility criteria can submit a letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services programs in Texas can apply for unrestricted grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to back environmental and human services work, Lawrence Foundation provides program or operating support, which may benefit search and rescue or disaster-related initiatives.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Texas Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Texas nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $20,000 for museums, arts, education, health facilities, environmental and community-based programs. IRS-qualified organizations, including those with first responder or search and rescue-related services that fit these priorities, may be competitive for this national U.S. funding opportunity.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Focused on community development and basic needs, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits to apply for grants supporting hunger relief, shelter, economic development, arts access, and adult self-sufficiency programs. Texas organizations doing this work, especially those engaging Ameriprise volunteers or located near employee centers, may be competitive applicants.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Texas Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Grants supporting education, health, social services, civic, cultural, and environmental programs in Texas are available to 501(c)(3) organizations through the Dr Scholl Foundation, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Texas first responder and search and rescue organizations that qualify as nonprofits may be eligible if their projects fit these broad priority areas.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Texas Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Texas communities served by O’Reilly Auto Parts can seek funding for programs improving quality of life for underserved people, including disaster relief and emergency support. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help Texas first responder and community groups with project, general operating, or capital support tied to economic stability, health, and workforce development.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Texas First Responder Funding via Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Texas 501(c)(3) public charities, including independent nonprofit emergency response organizations, can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants; awards US $5,000 - US $30,000 for safety, workforce, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects. Search and rescue and other first responder programs in Union Pacific–served Texas communities may be eligible if they align with these priority areas.
Union Pacific Foundation
Community Partnership Funding for U.S. Nonprofits via Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Texas with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award to recognize collaborative efforts addressing significant social issues. Programs involving first responders or search and rescue partners may be eligible if they demonstrate exemplary, model partnerships that measurably improve lives and communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation