Hearst Foundations' Mission

The Hearst Foundations identify and fund outstanding nonprofits to ensure that people of all backgrounds in the United States have the opportunity to build healthy, productive and inspiring lives.

Hearst Foundations' Goals

The Foundations seek to achieve their mission by funding approaches that result in:

• Improved health and quality of life
• Access to high quality educational options to promote increased academic achievement
• Arts and sciences serving as a cornerstone of society
• Sustainable employment and productive career paths for adults
• Stabilizing and supporting families

Funding Priorities

The Hearst Foundations support well-established nonprofit organizations that address significant issues within their major areas of interests – culture, education, health and social service – and that primarily serve large demographic and/or geographic constituencies. In each area of funding, the Foundations seek to identify those organizations achieving truly differentiated results relative to other organizations making similar efforts for similar populations. The Foundations also look for evidence of sustainability beyond their support.

Culture

The Hearst Foundations fund cultural institutions that offer meaningful programs in the arts and sciences, prioritizing those which enable engagement by young people and create a lasting and measurable impact. The Foundations also fund select programs nurturing and developing artistic talent.

Types of Support: Program, capital and, on a limited basis, general and endowment support

Education

The Hearst Foundations fund educational institutions demonstrating uncommon success in preparing students to thrive in a global society. The Foundations’ focus is largely on higher education, but they also fund innovative models of early childhood and K-12 education, as well as professional development.

Types of Support: Program, scholarship, capital and, on a limited basis, general and endowment support

Health

The Hearst Foundations assist leading regional hospitals, medical centers and specialized medical institutions providing access to high-quality healthcare for low-income populations. In response to the shortage of healthcare professionals necessary to meet the country’s evolving needs, the Foundations also fund programs designed to enhance skills and increase the number of practitioners and educators across roles in healthcare. Because the Foundations seek to use their funds to create a broad and enduring impact on the nation’s health, support for medical research and the development of young investigators is also considered.

Types of Support: Program, capital and, on a limited basis, endowment support

Social Service

The Hearst Foundations fund direct-service organizations that tackle the roots of chronic poverty by applying effective solutions to the most challenging social and economic problems. The Foundations prioritize supporting programs that have proven successful in facilitating economic independence and in strengthening families. Preference is also given to programs with the potential to scale productive practices in order to reach more people in need.

Types of Support: Program, capital and general support

NOTE: With the exception of special initiatives, the Foundation does not have deadlines governing the submission of Letters of Inquiry or grant proposals. Letters of Inquiry and grant proposals will be accepted throughout the year and reviewed on a rolling basis. When a grant proposal is ready for review by the Distribution Committee, it will be included on the agenda of the next meeting at which discussion time is available. Generally speaking, planning for a Distribution Committee agenda will be completed approximately one month before the meeting date.

The mission of the Foundation is to produce profound good that is tangible and measurable in Bandera, Bexar, Comal, and Kendall counties in Texas by implementing the Kronkoskys' charitable purposes.

The focus of the Kronkosky Charitable Foundation is to support programs, projects and collaborative efforts that reach as many people as possible; involve the persons served in developing solutions; raise expectations; build self-esteem; develop personal and organizational capacity; encourage innovation; and make use of technology

Health and Human Services

Program Goals

To improve the quality of life for the elderly and those with disabilities by helping them to be healthy and productive members of the communities in which they live.

Proposals of particular interest to the Foundation are as follows:

• Projects aimed at increasing the awareness of the elderly and those with disabilities about available resources of existing programs within their communities and providing assistance in accessing such programs.
• Projects aimed at improving the safety and security of the elderly and those with disabilities in their place of residence.
• Projects that create opportunities for the elderly and those with disabilities to interact with children and their families in activities that are consistent with other program goals of the Foundation.
• Programs that improve the mental health of the elderly and those with disabilities.
• Programs that use proven models of success to extend existing resources or to develop new and innovative services aimed at the under-served among the elderly and those with disabilities.
• Programs with proven success in the treatment of alcoholism, particularly those aimed at preventing the abuse of children and the elderly.
• Projects that combine under-utilized church, school, or other facilities and neighborhood resources to extend needed services within neighborhoods with an emphasis on the prevention of child abuse, the character development of children, and the quality of life for the elderly.
• Projects that provide opportunities for persons with disabilities to participate in organized recreational activities.
• Programs that provide temporary care for persons with disabilities.
• Programs that use technology to develop the self-esteem of the elderly and/or persons with disabilities by giving them access to information that leads to job opportunities, provides needed medical and counseling assistance, and counteracts the adverse impacts of isolation. 
• Projects that support the use of animals in assisting the elderly and those with disabilities.
• Projects that provide personal advocates for the elderly and those with disabilities who suffer from abuse and neglect.

To develop character and self-reliance in young persons through organized activities founded on traditional values of respect and responsibility.

Proposals of particular interest to the Foundation are as follows:

• Projects that increase the involvement of young persons in proven programs that develop self-esteem and that expose them to the values of respect and responsibility.
• Projects aimed at identifying, recruiting, and developing leadership skills in parents who are willing to become actively involved in organized youth activities in neighborhoods and schools.
• Projects that engage at-risk youth in activities that develop self-esteem and that provide a viable alternative to participation in violence, substance abuse, or other destructive behaviors. 
• Projects that expose youth to camping and other outdoor recreational activities.
• Projects that strengthen intergenerational ties within neighborhoods. 
• Projects that help young persons establish higher expectations for themselves and set long-term goals for their lives.

To free children from abuse and neglect.

Proposals of particular interest to the Foundation are as follows:

• Programs aimed at increasing the availability and accessibility of appropriate pre-natal care.
• Programs that provide parenting education and other related services to families of young children, particularly single parents in low-income households.
• Programs aimed at changing individual and family behaviors that are known to lead to an environment characterized by abuse and neglect of children.
• Projects that educate young persons about the nature of abusive relationships and what they should do if they are being abused.
• Projects that provide transitional residential settings and/or counseling for victims of domestic violence where children are present.
• Projects that provide personal advocates for children who suffer from abuse and neglect.

To improve the health of persons living in Bandera, Bexar, Comal and Kendall counties in Texas through selected medical research efforts.

Proposals of particular interest to the Foundation are as follows:

• Seed money grants for innovative medical research aimed at diseases and behaviors that have a higher incidence among persons living in Bandera, Bexar, Comal, and Kendall counties in Texas as compared to the general population in the United States.

Arts & Culture

Program Goals

To foster meaningful cultural activities and broaden public participation therein.

Proposals of particular interest to the Foundation are as follows:

• Projects that are designed to establish the long-term viability of cultural activities and broaden participation from all parts of the communities served.
• Projects that are aimed at facilitating the study of music, dance, theater, the visual arts, and other cultural activities by young persons who lack the parental encouragement or financial support needed to pursue the development of recognizable talent.
• Projects that increase attendance at cultural activities by persons whose participation is largely limited by lack of financial resources, familial support, or the presence of disabilities.
• Projects that encourage continuing interaction between those in cultural organizations and public schools for the purposes of exposing children to the arts.
• Projects that attract national and international cultural or artistic exhibits and events.

To expand or improve the public use of information and learning available through museums and libraries.

Proposals of particular interest to the Foundation are as follows:

• Projects that are designed to establish the long-term viability of public museums and expand their use by those from all parts of the communities served.
• Projects that use technology to provide linkages to rural communities in Bandera, Bexar, Comal, and Kendall counties of Texas.
• Projects that increase attendance at museums and libraries by persons whose participation is largely limited by lack of financial resources, familial support, or the presence of disabilities.
• Projects that use technology to make information that is normally found in such facilities more available in the homes or neighborhood settings of the elderly, persons with disabilities, and the parents of young children.
• Projects that support museum and library programs or exhibits that promote awareness of issues related to the elderly, those with disabilities, child abuse, and the preservation of natural areas.

Other Program Goals

Program Goals

To expand or improve public parks, zoos, and wildlife sanctuaries and broaden the use of such facilities.

Proposals of particular interest to the Foundation are as follows:

• Projects that increase the use of public park facilities and zoos.
• Projects that make parks more accessible and secure for family recreation.
• Projects that protect and preserve wildlife and natural areas.

To prevent cruelty to animals.

Proposals of particular interest to the Foundation are as follows:

• Projects that promote responsible pet ownership.
• Projects aimed at reducing animal bite incidents.

To assist victims of public disasters in Texas.

Proposals of particular interest to the Foundation are as follows:

• Grants under this program goal will be initiated by the Foundation.

Walmart’s more than 2 million associates are residents, neighbors, friends and family in thousands of communities around the globe. Walmart works to strengthen these communities through both retail business and community giving, and we support and invest in communities through local giving. The following programs have open application processes with specific deadlines for eligibility and consideration.

Local Community Grants

Each year, our U.S. stores and clubs award local cash grants ranging from $250 to $5,000. These local grants are designed to address the unique needs of the communities where we operate. They include a variety of organizations, such as animal shelters, elder services and community clean-up projects.

Areas of Funding

• There are eight (8) areas of funding for which an organization can apply. Please review the areas listed below to ensure your organization’s goals fall within one of these areas.
• Community and Economic Development: Improving local communities for the benefit of low-income individuals and families in the local service area
• Diversity and Inclusion: Fostering the building of relationships and understanding among diverse groups in the local service area
• Education: Providing afterschool enrichment, tutoring or vocational training for low-income individuals and families in the local service area
• Environmental Sustainability: Preventing waste, increasing recycling, or supporting other programs that work to improve the environment in the local service area
• Health and Human Service: Providing medical screening, treatment, social services, or shelters for low-income individuals and families in the local service area
• Hunger Relief and Healthy Eating: Providing Federal or charitable meals/snacks for low-income individuals and families in the local service area
• Public Safety: Supporting public safety programs through training programs or equipment in the local service area
• Quality of Life: Improving access to recreation, arts or cultural experiences for low-income individuals and families in the local service area

Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grant

The Foundation will consider requests to support museums, cultural and performing arts programs; schools and hospitals; educational, skills-training and other programs for youth, seniors, and persons with disabilities; environmental and wildlife protection activities; and other community-based organizations and programs.

Project Scope

The Wildlife Research Program of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is requesting proposals from universities and non-profit organizations/agencies interested in partnering with TPWD to investigate important wildlife conservation and/or management questions through grant funded research opportunities. The source of this funding is the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act (WR) program, which is a federal assistance program for state wildlife conservation agencies. The purpose of the WR Grants program is to restore, conserve, manage and enhance wild birds and mammals and their habitats. During this funding cycle, TPWD plans to make well over $1,000,000 in funds available to support cooperative, cost-share projects specifically for the project topics listed below. Unsolicited proposals for topics other than those explicitly listed within this RFP will not be considered for funding. Additionally, proposals for law enforcement, education, recreation, non-birds or mammals and plant conservation activities are not eligible for WR Grant funding.

Background

The WR program is a federal cost-share program that supports proactive conservation and management activities that benefit native bird and mammal species and their habitat.

Because of the federal granting requirements that are passed along to TPWD, all grants must be administered as cost-share agreements through the grant applicant’s agency or institution. All grants require a non-federal (i.e. private, municipal or state funding) match of 25% of the total grant cost (funds are available on a 75:25 cost-share ratio). The grant applicant’s institution/organization must provide the matching funds (25% of the total project costs), and the source of these matching funds must be identified in the grant proposal. Grant funds will be provided to the grantee on a reimbursement basis; the grantee's institution or organization will receive reimbursement of up to 75% of their eligible invoiced expenses.

Statement of Work

This solicitation calls for proposals to address the specific research needs listed below which have been identified by TPWD Wildlife Division staff as research priorities for this funding cycle. These topics are listed in order of their relative priority for funding with the first topic having the highest priority for funding progressing down to the last having the lowest. All proposals submitted must directly address one of the following topics to be considered for funding. TPWD reserves the right not to select a proposal due to funding limitations, insufficient proposal quality, or any other factors deemed appropriate.

Research topic of interest for this funding cycle in order of priority for funding:

• Javelina Ecology within the South Texas Ecoregion
• Evaluating Recruitment of Wild Turkey Brood Stock Sources in Restored Populations

NOTE:

Application forms must be requested each year online prior to submitting an application. When you submit an LOI, a member of the foundation staff will be contacting you within the next five business days regarding the status of your request.

Full applications are due at the "full proposal" deadline above. 

The Foundation is dedicated to providing financial assistance to organizations committed to improving our world. Solutions to the problems of today's world still lie in the values of innovation, practicality, hard work, and compassion.

The Foundation considers applications for grants in the following areas:

• Education
• Social Service
• Health care
• Civic and cultural
• Environmental

The categories above are not intended to limit the interest of the Foundation from considering other worthwhile projects. In general, the Foundation guidelines are broad to give us flexibility in providing grants.

The majority of our grants are made in the U.S. However, like Dr. Scholl, we recognize the need for a global outlook. Non-U.S. grants are given to organizations where directors have knowledge of the grantee.

National Life Group Foundation

At National Life, we believe strong connections are the ties of strong communities. We also believe being a good corporate citizen is about more than writing checks. It’s about listening to the needs of our community and offering to help however we can. 

We offer grants to nonprofits, but we also empower our employees to give their time by making it possible for them to volunteer for and donate even more to the organizations they care about. We are proud to support nonprofits where our employees live and work (Vermont and Texas), and also of our work empowering educators and students nationwide through our LifeChanger of the Year program and the National Coalition of Safe Schools. We make a difference in many other ways too, including our Do Good Fest and our corporate cause: to help end childhood hunger in Vermont.

What We Fund

The Foundation’s annual budget is $2 million. While this is substantial, there is a lot of need in our communities, so our giving is focused. Our grants vary in size and we rarely fund an entire program.

We look for proposals that have:

• a well-planned approach to underlying issues or needs
• a base of support
• metrics to support success

We do not fund new programs. We instead focus on proven programs. We favor programs that focus on childhood hunger and children and families, but we also consider those in the health and human services, the environment, education, and the arts and recreation.

NOTE: A qualified agency must submit an Organizational Questionnaire (letter of inquiry deadline above) to be eligible to submit a Project Application (full proposal deadline above).

Since 2004, through the collective power of women, Impact San Antonio has awarded over $2.6 Million to nonprofit organizations in greater San Antonio and the surrounding area.

Focus Areas

These applications are screened by committees that review and evaluate the applications to select finalists in five focus areas:

• Arts & Culture
  • Programs and projects that cultivate, develop, educate and improve the cultural and artistic climate
• Education
  • Programs and projects that advance learning opportunities, increase educational access and improve education
• Environment, Recreation & Preservation
  • Programs and projects that improve, restore, conserve, revitalize or enhance the natural environment, recreational facilities or preserve historic sites, surroundings and natural environment
• Family
  • Programs and projects that strengthen and enhance the lives of children and families
• Health & Wellness
  • Programs and projects that positively impact the mental or physical health and wellness of the people living

Project Criteria

• Project must primarily serve residents located within Impact San Antonio’s Service Area
• Project must fall within one or more of the following five focus areas stated above.
• Project must be one of the following:
• a new program;
• expansion of an existing program;
• sustenance of an existing program whose original budgeted funding was negatively impacted by the COVID-19 crisis;
• a capital investment or construction project; or
• funding to defray unexpected and unbudgeted COVID-19 crisis-related expenses.
• Project must be able to be completed by December 31, 2022

Background

Historic preservation is a community-building economic tool that preserves sites, creates jobs, and strengthens local economies. The Economic Development Department’s Heritage Tourism Division manages heritage tourism programs that derive community and economic benefits while honoring and preserving Austin as a place of personal heritage.

The Heritage Preservation Grant serves to preserve and promote Austin’s irreplaceable historic sites and heritage tourism experiences. Our partners in preservation authentically represent inclusive stories of Austin’s history through capital, planning, educational, or marketing projects that engage new audiences and tourists.

Historic Preservation Fund

Per the current city code (Section 11-2-7), 15% of the City’s 7% of the hotel occupancy tax collected by the City of Austin, is allocated to the Historic Preservation Fund to support historic preservation and restoration projects and activities that attract tourists and convention delegates to the city. This may include the preservation, restoration, or rehabilitation of historic buildings, structures, objects, monuments, sites, or districts; and programming and marketing to encourage tourists and convention delegates to visit historic sites or museums in Austin.

In accordance with state statute, any expenditure of hotel occupancy taxes must meet two criteria:

• The expenditure must directly enhance and promote tourism and the convention and hotel industry; and
• It must fit into one of the state statutorily approved functions. For historic preservation and restoration projects, the project must be:
  • At, or in the immediate vicinity of, convention center facilities or visitor information centers; or
  • Located in the areas that are reasonably likely to be frequented by tourists and convention delegates

Applicants may submit either a Capital, Planning, Educational, or Marketing project proposal per funding cycle. Only one application per applicant will be considered. Applicants must solicit and submit two bids from outside consultants or vendors when submitting a project proposal.

Capital Projects

Preservation grants are awarded to restore, rehabilitate, and stabilize tourism-serving historic sites and structures. The project site must be historically-designated or eligible for historic designation.

Organizations proposing to do preservation projects on a site not owned by the applicant must obtain permission from the property owner prior to submitting an application. For projects occurring at a historic city-owned park, a Community Activated Park Project form must be reviewed and approved by the Austin Parks and Recreation Department prior to submitting a Heritage Preservation Grant application.

Capital Projects may include:

• American Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Exterior Access
• Exterior Light Fixtures (must be pre- approved by the Historic Preservation Office)
• Awning Restoration / Repair
• Façade Elements / Exterior Walls
• Masonry
• Millwork / Wooden Repair
• Cast Iron Restoration / Repair
• Door/Window/Screen/Trim Restoration
• Paint
• Pier & Beam / Foundation Stabilization
• Façade Elements / Exterior Walls o Roof Repair
• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
• Signs and Installation (must comply with local standards; neon ineligible)
• Historic Accessory Structures o Interpretive Project or Kiosk (Outdoor): applicant property ownership is required

Maximum award: $250,000