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Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits from Houston Endowment

Houston Endowment
Private
Brazoria County, Texas, Chambers County, Texas +6 more
Unspecified amount
Texas nonprofits and public or governmental organizations working in Greater Houston can access funding for capacity building, general operations, or specific projects that advance education, civic engagement, arts and culture, or greenspace access. Eligible organizations benefiting residents of Harris and surrounding counties may be invited by Houston Endowment to apply; unsolicited requests are not accepted.
Art & Culture Museums & Cultural Institutions Parks & Public Spaces +35 more

Agricultural Conservation Funding from NRCS Texas

USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Texas
Federal Government
Texas
Unspecified amount
Agricultural producers, non-industrial private forest landowners, Tribes, and water management entities in Texas can receive financial and technical assistance to implement conservation practices on working lands. Focused on environmental conservation and sustainable agriculture, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service of Texas invites eligible applicants to address resource concerns like water quality, soil health, air quality, and wildlife habitat.
Environmental Conservation Agriculture Forestry +14 more

Texas Education and Human Services Funding via McGraw Foundation

McGraw Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000 - US $10,000
Texas 501(c)(3) and similar nonprofits working in education, human services, health, or conservation can access funding via McGraw Foundation for general operations, specific projects, or occasional capital needs. Although grants generally prioritize the greater Chicago area, organizations may receive US $2,000 - US $10,000, with larger awards possible for especially promising, high-impact initiatives.
Environmental Conservation Family Services Hospice / End of Life Care +37 more

USDA Natural Resources Service Support for Texas Conservation

USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Texas
Federal Government
Texas
US $1,500 - US $4,000
Texas agricultural and forestry producers seeking support to enhance conservation practices on working lands can receive US $1,500 - US $4,000 for customized stewardship plans and improvements. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service of Texas funds five-year contracts that maintain and expand environmental stewardship, benefiting soil, water, wildlife habitat, and overall agricultural resilience; nonprofits operating eligible lands may be eligible.
Livestock & Ranching Agricultural Crops Forestry +11 more

Environmental Fund of Texas Support for Conservation

The Environmental Fund of Texas
Private
Texas
Up to US $2,500
With a mission to preserve Texas’s natural environment, The Environmental Fund of Texas provides Texas environmental nonprofits and school-based projects with up to US $2,500 for grassroots conservation, habitat restoration, and native gardens. These Tier 1 grants can help smaller organizations or classrooms launch on-the-ground projects that engage volunteers, teachers, and students in protecting water, natural areas, and wildlife.
Freshwater Conservation Water Resource Management Land / Habitat Conservation +11 more

Environmental Fund of Texas Conservation Grants

The Environmental Fund of Texas
Private
Texas
US $2,501 - US $12,000
Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public, tax-exempt schools preserving the natural environment can apply for The Environmental Fund of Texas’s Tier 2 grants, awarding US $2,501 - US $12,000 for priority conservation projects. Funding supports work on water, natural areas, native wildlife, and public engagement that strengthens environmental stewardship and education.
Freshwater Conservation Water Resource Management Land / Habitat Conservation +11 more

Texas Environmental Projects Funding via Environmental Fund

The Environmental Fund of Texas
Private
Texas
Up to US $25,000
Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on preserving the natural environment and that have successfully completed a Tier 2 grant can apply for The Environmental Fund of Texas’s Tier 3 awards, up to US $25,000, to scale collaborative projects. Funding supports water protection, natural areas, native wildlife, and conservation-focused classroom initiatives that expand impact through multi-stakeholder partnerships.
Freshwater Conservation Water Resource Management Land / Habitat Conservation +11 more

Education and Community Programs Funding from Powell Foundation

The Powell Foundation
Private
Texas
Unspecified amount
Texas 501(c)(3) public charities and eligible government organizations can apply for the Powell Foundation’s grants to support education, arts, conservation, and human services capacity and programs. Funding may cover operating costs, agency programs, specific projects, and occasionally capital efforts in Harris, Travis, or Walker Counties, with an initial online pre-application required.
Youth Involvement in the Arts Education - K through 12 Education - Preschool / Early Learning +20 more

Community Foundation Support for Texas Programs

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country
Private
Bandera County, Texas, Blanco County, Texas +8 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the Texas Hill Country seeking operating or program support for arts and culture, basic needs, environment, or youth development can apply for the Community Impact Fund. Grants from The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country provide annual, competitive funding that can strengthen capacity, from general operations to specific community programs.
Senior Services Food Access & Hunger Poverty Alleviation & Services +27 more

American Water Works Association Grants for Texas Students

American Water Works Association (AWWA)
Association/Society
North America
US $3,000
Graduate students in Texas researching drinking water quality, environmental science, or public health can receive US $3,000 to support actionable, industry-relevant research. With a mission to support future water professionals, American Water Works Association provides this scholarship to help build expertise that Texas nonprofits and agencies may benefit from in addressing water challenges.
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water Epidemiology & Public Health Academic Scholarship Programs +34 more

First National Bank of Omaha Grants for Texas Community Programs

First National Bank of Omaha
Corporate
Colorado, Illinois +6 more
Unspecified amount
Texas nonprofit organizations hosting community events or fundraising activities can seek community sponsorships supporting operations, arts and culture access, health, education, housing, and economic development. First National Bank of Omaha provides unrestricted support for galas, festivals, general operations, and season sponsorships that align with its community focus areas and service communities.
Equitable & Affordable Housing Real Estate & Housing Homeownership +20 more

Texas Capital Project Funding via First National Bank of Omaha

First National Bank of Omaha
Corporate
Colorado, Illinois +6 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations planning capital campaigns or major facility projects in Texas can seek capital or major donations to support specific construction, renovation, or other large initiatives. First National Bank of Omaha supports key community partners across its service states working in areas like affordable housing, environmental stability, entrepreneurship, education, health, arts access, and community cohesion.
Sustainability Art & Culture Humanities & Social Science +20 more

Union Pacific Foundation Grants for Texas Capacity

Union Pacific Foundation
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Adams County, Colorado +177 more
US $5,000 - US $30,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Texas can seek project funding for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability initiatives that build organizational capacity and serve Union Pacific communities. Union Pacific Foundation supports capacity building, direct services, and DEI-focused programs with US $5,000 - US $30,000 Community Ties Local Grants.
Library Services Museums & Cultural Institutions Community / Public Safety +22 more

Environmental Sustainability Funding from American Honda

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Corporate
Alabama, California +15 more
US $25,000 - US $100,000
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits and schools running environmental programs in Texas and other Honda communities can apply for $25,000 - $100,000 to support decarbonization, clean energy, and efficient use of natural resources. Grants from American Honda help organizations expand capacity for projects like energy efficiency upgrades, onsite solar or wind, recycling, composting, and zero-waste initiatives.
Sustainability Renewable/Sustainable Energy Environmental Conservation +9 more

Hoblitzelle Foundation Grants for Texas Capital Needs

Hoblitzelle Foundation
Private
Texas
Unspecified amount
Texas nonprofit organizations seeking capital funding for buildings, renovations, equipment, vehicles, or technology can access funding through Hoblitzelle Foundation. 501(c)(3) public charities and certain public entities are eligible, with priority for Dallas-area projects across arts and culture, education, environment, medical, and social services that strengthen long-term organizational capacity.
Environment Disability Care & Services Health & Medicine +22 more

Capacity Building Grants for Texas Nonprofits via Meadows Foundation

Meadows Foundation Incorporated
Private
Texas
Unspecified amount
Texas 501(c)(3) public charities and public entities can seek capacity-building and program funding for arts, education, environment, health, human services, civic initiatives, and more. Meadows Foundation provides support for well-planned Texas projects with measurable outcomes, including initiatives in homelessness, mental health, water conservation, and postsecondary success, with one proposal allowed every 12 months.
Civic Leadership Development Human & Social Services Civic Engagement & Education +16 more

Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund Support for Texas Communities

Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Adams County, Colorado +392 more
More than US $1,000
Nonprofits, schools, and government entities serving Weyerhaeuser communities in Texas can seek funding for programs in housing, education, environmental stewardship, human services, culture, workforce development, and inclusion. Focused on community needs, Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund invites locally grounded organizations to propose impactful, sustainable projects that benefit a broad range of residents in eligible counties.
Education Environment Environmental Education +25 more

Blue Cross Blue Shield Support for Texas Health Programs

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Corporate
Texas
Unspecified amount
Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofits with annual budgets of $2 million or more can seek funding to expand health and human services programs, especially those building organizational capacity around community health. With a mission to improve health statewide, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas supports initiatives addressing social determinants of health, including economic stability, nutrition, housing, transportation, and key preventive and chronic care priorities.
Economic Services & Development Poverty Alleviation & Services Nutrition & Healthy Eating +12 more

Father's Table Foundation Support for Capacity Building

The Father's Table Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $750,000
Texas nonprofits focused on women, children, and vulnerable families can seek funding to expand or strengthen programs that build self-sufficiency and resilience. Texas capacity-building organizations working in areas like homelessness, education, employment assistance, food security, health care, and anti-trafficking can access funding via Father's Table Foundation for scalable, sustainable projects and, in some cases, urgent humanitarian needs.
Catholicism Children’s Health & Pediatrics Children’s Mental Health +17 more

Texas Sustainability Funding via Green Mountain Energy

Green Mountain Energy
Corporate
Illinois, Maryland +5 more
US $50,000 - US $400,000
U.S.-based 501(c)(3), (4), (6), or (19) nonprofits with at least $250K in annual revenue can seek US $50,000 - US $400,000 for sustainability projects benefiting Texas communities. Green Mountain Energy supports initiatives like renewable energy, energy efficiency, resource conservation, and sustainable agriculture that also strengthen organizational capacity and long-term impact.
Renewable/Sustainable Energy Freshwater Conservation Waste Management +8 more

Academic Research Enhancement Award (AREA) for Undergraduate-Focused Institutions (R15 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) (357458)

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $375,000
The Academic Research Enhancement Award (AREA) supports small-scale research grants for institutions with limited NIH funding, emphasizing biomedical research experiences for undergraduates. Eligible institutions must award baccalaureate science degrees and have received no more than $6 million in NIH support over the past seven years. This initiative aims to enhance the research environment at these institutions, fostering student involvement in research activities.
Cancer / Oncology Epidemiology & Public Health Aging / Gerontology +17 more

Arkansas and West Texas Grants

Carl B. and Florence E. King Foundation
Private
Andrews County, Texas, Arkansas County, Arkansas +68 more
US $15,000 - US $75,000
The Carl B. and Florence E. King Foundation supports community grants in Arkansas and West Texas, focusing on areas such as aging populations, arts and culture, children and youth, economically disadvantaged individuals, education, and nonprofit capacity building. Grants aim to enhance the quality of life, promote independence, and ensure access to essential services for vulnerable groups. Eligible applicants are local organizations that align with the foundation's mission and geographic focus.
Senior Services Aging / Gerontology Community Culture & Heritage +23 more

Emerging Global Leader Award (K43 Independent Clinical Trial Required) (356724)

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
Afghanistan, Albania +125 more
Approximately US $140,000
The Emerging Global Leader Award (K43) offers essential research support and protected time for early career scientists in low- and middle-income countries. This program, aligned with NIH's clinical trials policy, aims to cultivate independent research careers by providing mentorship and funding over three to five years. Eligible candidates must hold a junior faculty position at an accredited LMIC institution, fostering the growth of research capacity in their regions.
Aging / Gerontology Cardiovascular Diseases & Systems Hematological Systems +15 more

Best Life Community Awards

ALTRA FOUNDATION INC
Private
Fillmore County, Minnesota, Houston County, Minnesota +10 more
US $2,500 - US $10,000
The Best Life Community Awards, funded by Altra Foundation Inc, invites nominations for nonprofit organizations that have made a significant impact in their communities. Altra members can nominate eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits they support with their time, talents, or financial contributions. The selected nonprofit will receive a $10,000 grant, aimed at fostering initiatives in education, health, and community services across specific counties in the U.S. Nominate today to help recognize outstanding contributions!
Art & Culture Education - Higher Education Environmental Conservation +25 more

Fichtenbaum Charitable Trust Grant

Fichtenbaum Charitable Trust
Private
Texas
US $10,000 - US $100,000
The Fichtenbaum Charitable Trust, established in 2017, supports Texas charitable organizations in areas such as medical research for serious conditions, education for children with disabilities, and promoting fine arts. Grants typically range from $10,000 to $100,000, with an average of $35,000. The Trust prioritizes unique and necessary proposals that meet local community needs and do not duplicate existing services, particularly focusing on projects in Dallas County and surrounding areas.
Human & Social Services Health & Medicine Children With Disabilities +15 more

Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) - General Assistance (GA) Grants

Texas Veterans Commission
State/Local Government
Texas
Unspecified amount
The Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) offers General Assistance Grants to support veterans and their families in Texas. Eligible applicants include charitable organizations and local governments that provide essential services such as financial aid, housing support, and skill training. Grants are awarded to programs addressing veteran homelessness, business support, and legal assistance. Organizations must apply through the Grants Portal, and previous recipients are not eligible for renewal. This initiative aims to enhance the welfare of Texas veterans.
Military & Veterans Services Microfinance Chronic Illnesses +8 more

Coastal Bend Community Foundation Grant

Coastal Bend Community Foundation
Private
Aransas County, Texas, Bee County, Texas +5 more
Up to US $25,000
The Coastal Bend Community Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in the Coastal Bend through community endowment. The foundation awards up to $450,000 in grants annually to nonprofits serving its seven-county area. Grants of up to $10,000 support general operations, while those between $10,001 and $25,000 fund specific programs. Priorities include support for vulnerable populations, arts, education, and health services, focusing on impactful solutions for community challenges.
Recreation Disability Care & Services Senior Services +25 more

Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Texas Highlights

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Grant Insights : Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Texas

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.

500+ Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Texas grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

200+ Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Texas over $25K in average grant size

200+ Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Texas over $50K in average grant size

70 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Texas supporting general operating expenses

400+ Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Texas supporting programs / projects

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Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Capacity Building grants for Nonprofits in Texas?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
29.6%
Q2
20.3%
Q3
27.6%
Q4
22.4%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Texas?

Grants are most commonly $73,000.

$250 $250 Min.
$73,000 $73 K Median
$684,678 $684.7 K Average
$40,331,313 $40.3 M Max.

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Texas?

Grants are most commonly $117,103.

$117,103

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Texas year over year?

In 2024, funders in Texas awarded a total of 139,517 grants.

2022 127,051

2023 128,136

2024 139,517

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Texas given out in Texas, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Texas changing over time?

Funding has increased by 16.47%.

2022 $14,132,140,818

2023 $13,953,149,524
-1.27%

2024 $16,251,158,979
16.47%

Texas Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Dallas County, Harris County, and Travis County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Dallas County $4,277,925,187
Harris County $3,634,451,995
Travis County $3,100,057,007
Tarrant County $1,873,714,967
Bexar County $1,567,607,630

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