2026-2027 NEXT Technical Assistance Grant
Texas Education Agency
State/Local Government
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +15 more
Unspecified amount
The 2026-2027 NEXT Technical Assistance Grant aims to enhance educational outcomes for low-performing elementary schools by providing tailored support in implementing high-quality curriculum and instructional strategies. With a total funding of $375,000, grantees will receive comprehensive assistance including audits to identify performance issues, training for educators on effective teaching practices, and strategies to engage families and communities. This initiative ensures that students in struggling schools have access to the resources necessary for academic success.
Academic Success & Enrichment
Teacher Development & Training
H-E-B Tournament Support for Texas Youth
H-E-B Tournament of Champions Charitable Trust
Corporate
Angelina County, Texas, Aransas County, Texas +68 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c) organizations in Killeen, Texas and other H-E-B regions can seek funding for programs serving children and youth, including education, health, disabilities, and social services. With a mission to invest in community initiatives, H-E-B Tournament of Champions Charitable Trust provides charitable gifts for eligible programs at least eight weeks before their start date.
Education
Children’s Health & Pediatrics
Children’s Mental Health
+9 more
Hill Country Rally for Kids Youth Grants in Killeen
Hill Country Rally for Kids
Private
Bandera County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +25 more
Up to US $40,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth in Killeen, Texas can seek funding for direct services such as scouting, college funds, healthcare, or trade/college tuition needs. Hill Country Rally for Kids offers up to US $40,000, generally for one-year projects, with possible renewals for programs showing strong progress and outcomes.
Youth Services
Academic Scholarship Programs
Children’s Health & Pediatrics
+3 more
Avion Takes Action
Avion Solutions Inc
Corporate
Bell County, Texas, Chattahoochee County, Georgia +7 more
US $5,000
Avion Takes Action, a charitable fund by Avion Solutions Inc, empowers community organizations by providing grants to support various quality-of-life initiatives. With a focus on basic needs, education, healthcare, environment, and veterans, the fund has awarded over $250,000 in grants over three years. Eligible non-profits can apply for a minimum of six $5,000 grants every six months, ensuring impactful contributions to local communities where Avion employees live.
Basic Human Needs
Health Care Access & Delivery
Dental Health
+15 more
Pastures for Upland Birds Grant Program (PUB)
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Private
Anderson County, Texas, Bandera County, Texas +81 more
Unspecified amount
The Pastures for Upland Birds Grant Program (PUB) supports private landowners in restoring native grass and forb vegetation on pastures dominated by exotic grasses. This initiative enhances grassland bird conservation, increases biodiversity, and provides crucial habitats for various bird populations. With funding from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, landowners receive technical guidance, herbicides, and native seed mixtures to implement effective management practices, ensuring sustainable livestock forage and ecological restoration in east-central Texas.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration
Project Lead The Way Support for STEM
Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +12 more
Up to US $10,000
Public and charter schools in Bell County offering or planning a PLTW Engineering course in 2026–2027 can receive up to US $10,000 to launch or expand hands-on STEM programs. Focused on STEM / STEAM education, Project Lead The Way invites Killeen-area schools to fund fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs.
STEM / STEAM Education
Project Lead The Way Grants for Killeen STEM
Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +12 more
Up to US $10,000
With a mission to expand STEM pathways, public and charter schools in Killeen, Texas can receive up to US $10,000 to grow existing PLTW Engineering programs. Project Lead The Way funding can cover PLTW fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and teacher core training for the 2027–2028 academic year in eligible Bell County districts.
STEM / STEAM Education
Project Lead The Way STEM Grants in Texas
Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +12 more
Up to US $10,000
Public and charter schools starting or expanding PLTW computer science programs in select Texas counties, including Bell County (Killeen), can receive up to US $10,000 for STEM curriculum costs. Focused on computer science, Project Lead The Way supports fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training for the 2027–2028 school year.
STEM / STEAM Education
Project Lead The Way STEM Grants in Texas
Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +12 more
Up to US $10,000
Public and charter schools expanding PLTW computer science programs in Killeen, Texas and nearby eligible counties can receive up to US $10,000 to add courses, sections, or teacher training. Project Lead The Way funding covers PLTW fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and core training costs for the 2027–2028 academic year.
STEM / STEAM Education
Killeen STEM Education Funding via Project Lead The Way
Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +12 more
Up to US $10,000
Public and charter middle schools in Bell County offering or launching PLTW Gateway STEM units in 2027–2028 can receive up to US $10,000 for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training. Focused on STEM education, Project Lead The Way invites eligible Killeen, Texas schools to expand hands-on engineering and technology pathways.
STEM / STEAM Education
STEM Program Expansion Grants for Schools from Project Lead The Way
Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +12 more
Up to US $10,000
Public and charter schools expanding PLTW Gateway STEM programs in Bell County, including Killeen, Texas, can apply for funding to add units, class periods, or teacher training. Project Lead The Way offers up to US $10,000 for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training with related travel, room, and board costs.
STEM / STEAM Education
Project Lead The Way STEM Grants in Texas
Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +12 more
Up to US $5,000
Public and charter schools expanding PLTW Launch STEM programs in select Texas counties, including Bell County near Killeen, can receive up to US $5,000 to grow hands-on STEM education. Killeen-area schools may use funds for PLTW fees, required devices, equipment, supplies, and teacher training for the 2027–2028 academic year.
STEM / STEAM Education
Project Lead The Way STEM Grants in Texas
Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +12 more
Up to US $10,000
Grants from Project Lead The Way help Killeen, Texas public and charter schools launch or expand PLTW Launch STEM programs. Eligible campuses in Bell County and other listed Texas counties can receive up to US $10,000 for PLTW participation fees, required devices, program equipment and supplies, and PLTW Core Training with related travel and lodging.
STEM / STEAM Education
Mobile Beacon Technology Access Grants in Texas
Mobile Beacon
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Allen County, Indiana +53 more
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Schools, colleges, and universities in eligible Sprint 4G LTE coverage areas, including Bell County communities like Killeen, can apply for Mobile Beacon’s Connect for Success donation program to receive laptops and 4G hotspot devices with free internet service. This technology access support can help close homework gaps and expand digital learning opportunities for students.
Technology Access & Digital Literacy
Spectrum Digital Education Grants
Charter Communications / Spectrum Mobile LLC
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Acadia Parish, Louisiana +1125 more
US $2,500 - US $50,000
Spectrum Digital Education Grants support nonprofit organizations in educating communities about broadband benefits and usage. These grants aim to bridge the digital divide, particularly for seniors and those with disabilities or ethnically diverse backgrounds. Applicants must demonstrate community partnership, address specific needs, and provide measurable impact metrics. With a focus on financial feasibility and meaningful outcomes, this initiative ensures that underrepresented urban and rural communities gain access to essential digital resources, fostering long-term improvement in their lives.
Technology Access & Digital Literacy
Episcopal Health Foundation Support for Texas Health
Episcopal Health Foundation
Private
Anderson County, Texas, Angelina County, Texas +78 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit and community-based organizations improving community and primary health in Killeen, Texas and other eligible counties can seek funding for systems-change work, health access, and prevention efforts. Episcopal Health Foundation supports initiatives like strengthening comprehensive care, activating community voices, and connecting residents to health coverage and benefits across its Texas service area.
Children’s Health & Pediatrics
Maternal And Perinatal Health
Diabetes
+8 more
H-E-B Community Investment Program
H-E-B
Corporate
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +33 more
Unspecified amount
The H-E-B Community Investment Program supports nonprofit organizations within its service area by providing monetary funding, volunteers, or in-kind donations. It prioritizes projects in arts, education, health, and social services. Eligible organizations must have valid 501c3 status and reapply annually for funding. Requests over $200 must be submitted online, while those under can be made at local stores. For further guidelines, visit their FAQs page.
Education
Literacy
Food Access & Hunger
+8 more
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) - Downtown Revitalization and Main Street Programs (TX)
Texas Department of Agriculture
State/Local Government
Anderson County, Texas, Andrews County, Texas +214 more
US $1,000,000
The Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) in Texas aims to revitalize downtown areas by funding infrastructure improvements that promote economic activity. This program prioritizes projects that benefit low-to-moderate income individuals while addressing issues of slum and blight. With a funding limit of $1,000,000 and a minimum matching requirement of $20,000, it seeks to enhance public facilities and housing conditions, ultimately fostering viable communities and supporting workforce development.
Community Development & Revitalization
Brinker International Charitable Giving Program
Brinker International
Corporate
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Ada County, Idaho +620 more
Unspecified amount
The Brinker International Charitable Giving Program focuses on giving back to communities through support for kids, hunger, and education. Organizations eligible for funding must be 501c(3) non-profits and submit requests at least six weeks prior to events. The program does not support individuals, political or religious organizations, or explicit discrimination policies. Funding is provided through monetary donations or in-kind contributions like dining certificates.
Food Access & Hunger
Youth Services
Children’s Health & Pediatrics
+5 more
Center for School Actions and Technical Assistance
Texas Education Agency
State/Local Government
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +15 more
Unspecified amount
The Center for School Actions and Technical Assistance, supported by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance educational outcomes by providing strategic technical assistance to school systems. This initiative focuses on cultivating demand for effective school actions, identifying high-impact models, and codifying successful educational practices. By fostering collaboration and utilizing data-driven approaches, the program seeks to empower schools and communities, ensuring all students have access to quality education and resources for success.
Education System Policy & Reform
Teacher Development & Training
Texas Natural Gas Vehicle Grant Program
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
State/Local Government
Anderson County, Texas, Aransas County, Texas +85 more
Unspecified amount
The Texas Natural Gas Vehicle Grant Program (TNGVGP), managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, aims to support the transition from diesel or gasoline vehicles to natural gas-powered vehicles. This program facilitates the replacement or repowering of heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicles with compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Eligible applicants can include up to 10 vehicles per application, promoting cleaner transportation options.
Energy Efficiency & Conservation
PNC Foundation Grants for Killeen Education
PNC Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Colorado +667 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting early childhood education or community economic development in Killeen, Texas can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant. With a mission to strengthen communities, PNC Foundation provides funding for early learning, affordable housing, small business support, arts and culture, and services for low- and moderate-income families where PNC has a significant presence.
Education - Preschool / Early Learning
Teacher Development & Training
Music Education
+16 more
DEW Foundation Grant
DEW Foundation
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +189 more
Unspecified amount
The DEW Foundation Grant supports tax-exempt charitable organizations globally, aiming to promote the common good through financial contributions and personal involvement. The foundation prioritizes charities where family members are actively involved and focuses on ministries, health, education, and community service. While it may fund its own projects, it typically does not exceed 10% of an organization's operating budget and avoids supporting politically affiliated causes or normal church operations. Innovative and effective organizations are especially welcome.
Health & Medicine
Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid
Human & Social Services
+4 more
Ferguson Support for Community Development Programs
Ferguson
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Accomack County, Virginia +722 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on affordable housing, skilled trades, clean water, sanitation, or community revitalization can access funding through Ferguson’s Ferguson Cares Grant. Grants from Ferguson help Killeen, Texas and other U.S. communities within Ferguson’s geographic footprint strengthen economic wellbeing and improve quality of life through local partnerships.
Equitable & Affordable Housing
Community Development & Revitalization
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water
+2 more
BNSF Railway Foundation Grant Program
BNSF Foundation
Private
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adams County, Colorado +658 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The BNSF Railway Foundation provides grants to enhance community quality of life across 28 states, focusing on educational, cultural, and social service initiatives. With over $150 million contributed since 2000, the foundation emphasizes projects with strong local engagement and BNSF employee involvement. Eligible organizations include public charities, local governments, and tribal governments, while ineligible entities encompass religious organizations and those with discriminatory practices. Priority is given to environmental, health, and cultural projects.
Recreation
Environment
Art & Culture
+6 more
In-N-Out Burger Foundation Grants
In-N-Out Burgers Foundation
Private
Ada County, Idaho, Adams County, Colorado +76 more
US $10,000 - US $50,000
The In-N-Out Burger Foundation supports organizations that aid children and youth affected by abuse and neglect, offering grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000. Eligible nonprofits must be 501(c)(3) registered, operational for at least two years, and demonstrate a commitment to the foundation's mission. Applications are considered for traditional, capital, and program support, focusing on sustainable solutions and clear objectives. Organizations must operate in areas with In-N-Out Burger locations to qualify.
Child Welfare Services
Domestic Violence
Child Foster Care & Adoption Services
+2 more
Community Grants for Central Texas Nonprofits from Nolan Ryan Foundation
Nolan Ryan Foundation
Private
Bastrop County, Texas, Bell County, Texas +16 more
Up to US $40,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Central Texas, including those serving Killeen, can apply for community and scholarship support grants up to Up to US $40,000 from the Nolan Ryan Foundation. Awards come from the 50/50 Raffle Community Grant Program, with organizations eligible for up to two consecutive years of funding.
Community Services
Academic Scholarship Programs