Texas Arts Funding via Thoma Foundation
Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofits, fiscally sponsored projects, and university departments can seek support for exhibitions, convenings, research, and catalogs tied to specific art collections and the American Southwest. Grants from Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation help organizations, especially small and midsize institutions, advance art history and cultural programs that may incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.
Carl And Marilynn Thoma Foundation
H-E-B Grants for Texas Community Programs
Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in diversity and inclusion, social services, education, health, environment, arts, disaster relief, hunger relief, or military and veteran support can apply for H-E-B’s Community Investment Program. Eligible organizations within H-E-B’s service areas may receive monetary support, in-kind product, or volunteers for activities and projects creating visible community impact.
H-E-B
Texas Humanities Program Funding via Humanities Texas
Nonprofit organizations and government entities in Texas can receive support for public humanities programs such as lectures, exhibits, and discussion series that engage diverse communities. Focused on humanities education and civic life, Humanities Texas invites projects where qualified humanities scholars actively shape content, including initiatives that explore diversity, equity, and inclusion through humanistic perspectives.
Humanities Texas
Health Equity Grants for Nonprofits from McKesson Foundation
Focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion in health, this grant supports U.S. and Canadian nonprofits with programs reducing cancer burden, advancing diverse healthcare workforce pathways, or improving crisis preparedness and response, including in Texas. Eligible 501(c)(3)-equivalent organizations can request up to US $25,000 for prevention, screenings, financial assistance, STEM education, or disaster relief and food/medicine access initiatives.
McKesson Foundation
Texas Community Program Funding via Meadows Foundation
Texas 501(c)(3) public charities and public entities can receive funding for programs and projects that benefit people across the state, including work in education, health, human services, environment, arts, and civic affairs. Meadows Foundation provides Texas nonprofits with support for well-planned, measurable initiatives, with up to half of giving focused on the Dallas–Fort Worth area; DEI-focused efforts may be eligible.
Meadows Foundation Incorporated
OneStar Foundation Grants for Texas Capacity Building
With a mission to strengthen communities, OneStar Foundation provides Texas nonprofits and public agencies with AmeriCorps VISTA members to build organizational capacity for anti-poverty work. Host sites receive full-time VISTA support for one year on projects like volunteer engagement, fundraising, marketing, outreach, and program development, which may benefit diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
The Onestar Foundation
Texas Community Programs Funding via Skokos Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Texas seeking support for arts, humanity, education, or faith programs can access funding via the Ted and Shannon Skokos Foundation. Priority goes to Dallas and Arkansas-connected groups that demonstrate strong leadership, measurable community impact, sustainability, organizational strength, and collaboration, which may include initiatives advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ted and Shannon Skokos Foundation
Carl and Marilynn Thoma Arts Grants in Texas
Nonprofits, fiscally sponsored groups, university departments, and individuals in Texas can seek support for visual arts projects, exhibitions, convenings, and scholarship tied to the Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation’s collection areas. Focused on fine and media arts, art history, and education, it particularly welcomes proposals from rural and non-metro communities, including diversity and inclusion efforts in the arts.
Carl And Marilynn Thoma Foundation
Texas Commission on the Arts Support for Texas Performing Arts
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Texas nonprofits, schools, colleges, and government units presenting performing arts in Texas can receive US $75 - US $8,000 to cover a portion of professional artist fees. Texas Commission on the Arts supports performances and workshops by artists on its Texas Touring Roster, which may benefit organizations advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through arts programming.
Texas Commission On The Arts
Kerr Foundation Community Service Grants in Texas
Full proposal due Aug 15, 2026
Texas 501(c)(3) organizations can seek funding for education, arts and culture, health, and human services projects that create new or expanded opportunities, especially for young people. The Kerr Foundation supports capital, program, and operating needs, and Texas nonprofits advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within these areas may be competitive applicants.
The Kerr Foundation Inc
Community Services Funding for Texas Nonprofits from Montgomery County Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Texas 501(c)(3) organizations located in or substantially serving Montgomery County can seek grants for community services, basic needs, health, seniors, youth, animal welfare, arts, and local heritage projects. Montgomery County Community Foundation offers donor-advised, field-of-interest, and unrestricted funds that may benefit nonprofits advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the community.
Montgomery County Community Foundation (Texas)
Penn National Gaming Grants for Texas Diversity
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
With a mission to strengthen communities, Penn National Gaming provides Texas nonprofits working on diversity, equity, and inclusion with support for community development, education, human services, cultural affairs, health, and veteran and military programs. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations physically located in Texas counties where the company has a business interest, including Cameron and Harris Counties.
Penn National Gaming
Texas Diversity Initiatives Funding via Toyota
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Texas nonprofits, public schools, and state or municipal organizations working on diversity, equity, and inclusion can access funding through Toyota to support community sustainability, inclusive mobility, and career pathways. Bexar County projects, especially those serving youth and advancing STEM education or workforce readiness, may be particularly competitive for this corporate support.
Toyota
Texas Community Services Funding via East Texas Communities Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations serving East Texans with community services can access funding through the Minton Family Community Fund in Texas. East Texas Communities Foundation supports a range of local needs, which may include diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within Sabine County and surrounding communities. Applicants must provide services benefiting East Texas residents.
East Texas Communities Foundation
Powell Foundation Education and Community Grants in Texas
Pre proposal due Nov 30, 2026
Texas 501(c)(3) public charities, government entities, and eligible supporting organizations can apply for Powell Foundation grants to support education, arts, conservation, and human services programs. Funding may cover operating costs, programs, or projects that advance equity in early childhood, K-12, post-secondary success, arts access, environmental education, or youth wellbeing, including DEI-focused initiatives.
The Powell Foundation
Texas Commission on the Arts Project Grants
Applications due Jan 16, 2027
Texas nonprofits and government arts entities in Texas can receive short-term project funding using the arts to advance education, health and human services, economic development, public safety, or natural resources and agriculture. Texas Commission on the Arts supports initiatives that may promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through arts education, cultural tourism, and community-focused creative programs.
Texas Commission On The Arts
Texas Equity and Community Funding via Austin Community Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 26, 2027
Nonprofits, religious organizations, and public entities serving Central Texas counties can seek US $5,000 - US $50,000 for economic mobility, health and humanities, and regional sustainability initiatives. Austin Community Foundation supports diversity, equity, and inclusion in Texas by funding work in housing stability, career pathways, small business support, arts and culture, and environmental and animal welfare efforts.
Austin Community Foundation
Dallas Foundation Support for Texas Community Programs
Applications due Jan 28, 2027
Texas nonprofits with programs in animal welfare, arts and culture, or domestic violence services can seek one-year grants from the Dallas Foundation’s Spring Grant Cycle, with awards ranging from US $10,000 - US $50,000. Organizations serving Dallas County residents and advancing inclusive, equitable services may benefit, including those integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into their work.
Dallas Foundation A Tx Nonprofit Corporation
Texas Commission on the Arts Support for Cultural Districts
Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
Established Texas nonprofit arts organizations, local arts agencies, government entities, and college arts institutions can seek designation for cultural districts that drive economic development and community vitality. Grants from Texas Commission on the Arts help Texas communities strengthen arts, cultural tourism, and heritage assets, which may benefit groups advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through creative placemaking or placekeeping.
Texas Commission On The Arts
Texas Community Development Funding via National Community Reinvestment Coalition
Applications due Feb 28, 2027
Nonprofit community development organizations in Texas working on housing, small business, or workforce development projects can host a graduate-level fellow to advance equitable development initiatives. With a mission to build a just economy, National Community Reinvestment Coalition provides member hosts with innovative talent and support, with priority for several U.S. locations including Texas-based sites.
National Community Reinvestment Coalition Inc
Texas Commission on the Arts Support for Arts Organizations
Full proposal due Mar 1, 2027
Established Texas arts nonprofits and college arts institutions can receive multi-year operating support to strengthen their creative work and impact. Texas Commission on the Arts provides Texas arts and culture organizations with funding of more than US $3,000, potentially up to 25% of their prior-year operating budget, which may benefit groups advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through the arts.
Texas Commission On The Arts
Texas Commission on the Arts Grants for Texas Minority Arts
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Texas minority arts nonprofits and eligible government entities in Texas can receive multi-year operational support to advance the creative economy. Texas Commission on the Arts provides Texas diversity, equity and inclusion organizations with Arts Create 2 funding for established minority arts organizations with budgets over $50,000, offering up to 25% of the previous year’s cash operating budget, renewable for a second year.
Texas Commission On The Arts
Operating Support Grants for Texas Arts Nonprofits via Texas Commission on the Arts
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Established Texas arts nonprofits and government arts entities with budgets between $1–5 million can seek multi-year operating support, with awards over US $3,000 and up to 25% of their prior-year cash operating budget. With a mission to advance the creative economy, Texas Commission on the Arts provides operational funding that may benefit organizations integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion in their arts programming.
Texas Commission On The Arts
Operating Support Grants for Texas Arts Nonprofits via Texas Commission on the Arts
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Established Texas arts nonprofits and government arts entities with budgets over $5 million can receive multi-year operating support to strengthen their role in the creative economy. Grants from Texas Commission on the Arts help Texas organizations sustain arts programming, education, cultural tourism, and related initiatives that may advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their communities.
Texas Commission On The Arts
Arts Operations Funding from Texas Commission on the Arts
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Texas arts-focused government local arts agencies and nonprofit local arts agencies in Texas can access funding through the Texas Commission on the Arts for multi-year general operating support to strengthen the creative economy. Awards of more than US $3,000 may benefit organizations whose cultural programming advances community engagement, including diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
Texas Commission On The Arts
Community Athletics Funding from Ironman Foundation
Applications due Mar 26, 2027
Nonprofit and other charitable organizations supporting athletics, community, health, or public benefit programs in Texas race communities can seek funding to create positive, tangible local impact. The Ironman Foundation prioritizes projects for children’s swim, bike, and run activities and initiatives that meet specific race-community needs and can demonstrate measurable outcomes.
The Ironman Foundation Inc
Texas Health Equity Funding via McKesson Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Texas nonprofits advancing health equity, cancer prevention and care, workforce diversity, or crisis response can access funding through McKesson Foundation for programs serving vulnerable and underserved communities. Grants of More than US $25,000 support initiatives in areas like diversity, equity and inclusion, preventative healthcare, STEM education, disaster relief, and food and medicine access across the U.S. and Canada.
McKesson Foundation