Texas grants for County governments

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), the System Agency, is accepting Applications for the Rural Mental Health Initiative Grant Program (RIGP) as directed by Senate Bill 1677, 88th Legislature, Regular Session, 2023. Through the Rural Mental Health Initiative Grant Program, HHSC will award grants to Rural serving Local Mental Health Authorities (LMHAs), Local Behavioral Health Authorities (LBHAs), nonprofit organizations, or governmental entities to be matched in accordance with the specifications outlined in Section 5.4., to address the mental health needs of individuals with mental illness or serious emotional disturbance residing in Rural Texas in accordance with the specifications contained in this Request for Application.

This award mechanism seeks to support the delivery of evidence-based clinical services to screen for cancer and pre-cancer in underserved populations who do not have adequate access to cancer early detection interventions and health care, bringing together networks of public health and community partners to carry out programs tailored for their communities. Projects should identify cancers that cause the most burden in the community, have nationally recommended screening methods, and use evidence-based methods to screen for these cancers. Award: Maximum of $1M for new projects and $2.5M for expansion projects Duration: Maximum 5 years

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Central Texas that effectively engage volunteers to create meaningful community change.

The U.S. Department of the Interior's WaterSMART Title XVI Program offers financial and technical assistance for the planning, design, and construction of water reclamation and reuse projects, aiming to secure future water supplies, improve efficiency, support underserved communities, and address climate change.

Name of Funding Organization: Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation Program Name: Texas Foundations Fund: Disaster Recovery Program Intent: The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation aims to support low-income Texans in their path to housing stability, especially during unexpected disasters. The organization will be offering grants to eligible organizations that provide housing assistance activities in response to disasters. Contact Information: For program guidelines and additional information, visit the website of the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation at https://www.tsahc.org/nonprofits-local-governments/disaster-recovery-grants. Award Details: Grant awards will be provided for the critical repair of single-family homes located in any one or more counties affected by weather-related natural disasters. The disaster must be declared on or after June 1, 2023, by a Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster declaration, a Texas Disaster Declaration, and/or a local city or county disaster declaration. Unfortunately, specific award details are not available in the provided information. Eligibility: Eligible organizations must provide housing assistance activities in response to disasters. Further eligibility criteria and guidelines can be found on the website mentioned above. Additional Information: Unfortunately, no additional information is provided in the given text. For more details about the program and its requirements, it is recommended to visit the website provided.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver comprehensive family planning services to help reduce unintended pregnancies and improve reproductive health for individuals in Texas.

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofit organizations in the Concho Valley that provide essential health, education, and financial stability services to address critical community needs.

This grant provides financial support for projects and events that boost community development, tourism, and economic growth in McKinney, Texas.

This fund provides financial support for nonprofits working on projects that improve the quality of life in rural communities across West-Central Texas.

The Resilient Food System Infrastructure (RFSI) grant program in Vermont is a cooperative agreement between the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM), the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). This program is designed to strengthen the middle-of-the-supply-chain for Vermont food products, fostering resilience and economic development within the state's agricultural sector. The overarching mission is to promote value-added products, ensure fair prices and wages, create safe job opportunities, and keep profits within rural communities. This aligns with a broader strategic goal of enhancing food system infrastructure and supporting local and regional markets. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are diverse and include agricultural producers and processors, nonprofit organizations, local government entities, and institutions such as schools, universities, and hospitals. For-profit entities that meet Small Business Administration (SBA) small business size standards and primarily benefit local and regional producers are also eligible. The program specifically emphasizes underserved communities and small and medium-sized enterprises. The impact goals are centered around increasing and diversifying processing capacity, improving aggregation, processing, manufacturing, storing, transporting, wholesaling, and distribution of Vermont food products. It also aims to address gaps in pandemic assistance and existing USDA grant programs to bolster the agricultural supply chain. The RFSI grant program prioritizes projects that improve job quality through increased wages, benefits, and worker safety and well-being. A significant focus is placed on small and medium-sized enterprises that expand services and product offerings, particularly those with an emphasis on value-added products. Demonstrating local support for the project is a key criterion, as is submission by cooperatives, farmer, and worker-owned enterprises. These priorities reflect a strategic intent to not only strengthen infrastructure but also to foster equitable and community-driven agricultural development. Approximately $2,000,000 will be available for infrastructure projects, with individual grants ranging from $100,000 to $500,000. These grants are set to run from fall 2024 through February 2027, allowing for sustained project implementation. The expected outcomes include a more robust and diversified food system in Vermont, increased local and regional market access for Vermont food products, and enhanced economic opportunities for agricultural businesses and workers. Measurable results will likely include metrics related to increased processing capacity, job creation and quality improvements, the number of value-added products developed, and the reach of local and regional distribution networks. The underlying theory of change is that by strategically investing in critical food system infrastructure and supporting key stakeholders, Vermont can build a more resilient, equitable, and prosperous agricultural future.

The Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant Program (DEAAG) is an infrastructure grant program aimed at supporting defense communities in Texas affected by changes in Department of Defense activities. This program offers financial assistance to local municipalities, counties, defense base development authorities, junior college districts, Texas State Technical College campuses, and regional planning commissions. DEAAG grants, ranging from $50,000 to $5 million per project, are available to meet matching requirements for federal funding. Grants are awarded based on criteria such as military value, project completion, dual benefit to military and community, alignment with the National Defense Strategy, support for new missions, resiliency, cost efficiency, impact significance, and funding contributions. The application process opens on September 2, 2024, with a deadline of October 11, 2024, for submission. Awards are announced in January 2025.

This RFA implements program activities set forth in the Texas General Appropriations Act (GAA), Article VII-49, Rider 50, 88th Texas Legislature, Regular Session (2023). The GAA includes the following requirements: 1) the number of persons served by a qualifying entity in the program year must be no fewer than seven hundred (700) unique individuals; 2) the number of persons served by a qualifying entity who have obtained Regular Employment at or above one hundred and twenty-five percent (125%) of federal poverty income guidelines must be no less than fifty percent (50%) of the total number of individuals returned to the workforce; and 3) the number of employers who will commit to hiring individuals upon exit of the program must be no fewer than one hundred (100) employers.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs announces a Notice of Funding Availability for approximately $1,000,000 in HOME funds dedicated to the Contract for Deed (CFD) set-aside. This funding is part of a reservation system and supports the acquisition, refinance, and new construction of single-family housing occupied by purchasers under an executory contract for conveyance. This program focuses on assisting households in colonias as defined by Texas legislation and those with incomes not exceeding certain thresholds relative to the Area Median Family Income (AMFI).

The FC Dallas Foundation's Community Action Grant program, presented by NUU Mobile, is designed to support nonprofit organizations that share the foundation's mission of promoting healthy, active lifestyles for underserved communities in North Texas. This initiative aligns with the foundation's strategic priority to foster community well-being through direct support to organizations making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most. By partnering with nonprofits, the foundation aims to extend its reach and impact, reinforcing its commitment to community development. The program specifically targets underserved individuals and communities within the local North Texas area. The impact goals are centered on improving the nutrition, healthy activity (with a preference for sports, especially soccer), and education of these populations. This focus is a direct reflection of the foundation's theory of change, which posits that by addressing these fundamental areas, individuals can achieve a better quality of life and long-term well-being. Grantees are required to focus their efforts in one or more of three key areas: nutrition, healthy activity through sports (preferably soccer), or education. This allows for a diverse range of projects while maintaining a clear alignment with the foundation's core mission. The program prioritizes organizations that can effectively provide opportunities for underserved individuals, ensuring that the grants lead to meaningful engagement and support. Each successful grant recipient receives a $5,000 grant. While specific expected outcomes and measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the program's emphasis on "providing opportunities for underserved individuals" and "serving those in the local North Texas community" strongly implies an expectation of increased access to resources and improved well-being within the target demographic. The foundation's overall strategic priorities suggest a commitment to empowering communities through focused interventions. Applicants must be 501(c)3 nonprofits that meet specific criteria, including providing opportunities for underserved individuals and communities, serving the local North Texas community, and focusing on nutrition, healthy activity, and/or education. This rigorous selection process ensures that funding is directed towards organizations that are well-positioned to achieve the desired community impact and align with the FC Dallas Foundation's mission.

The Texans Feeding Texans Home-Delivered Meal Grant Program aims to supplement and extend current home-delivered meal programs for seniors and/or disabled Texans. Eligible entities include governmental and non-profit agencies. The program involves counties making qualifying grants to meal providers based on a rate of $0.25 per county senior as reported in the 2020 census. Meal providers must receive a grant from the county, deliver meals to homebound elderly or disabled individuals, and complete a required application. The Texas Department of Agriculture facilitates the funding process.

The Sid W. Richardson Foundation provides grants to support the missions of non-profit organizations serving the people of Texas, with a focus on educational, health, human service, and cultural programs and projects. Established in 1947 by Sid W. Richardson, the Foundation began distributing major grants in 1962, following the availability of substantial income from assets from Richardson's estate. Despite Richardson's global interests, his primary concern remained with the people of his home state of Texas. The Foundation, through its Board of Directors and staff, continues to fulfill his vision by prioritizing grants that directly benefit clients or target audiences, particularly in smaller communities and rural areas. Grants are not available to individuals but are made primarily to organizations within Texas, especially those in the Fort Worth area for human services and cultural organizations. Grant renewed every year. Annual Fall deadline: September 15th.

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) aims to fund the dissemination of successful cancer control interventions through its Dissemination of CPRIT-Funded Cancer Control Interventions (DI) award. This program supports the sharing and adoption of effective cancer prevention and control strategies across Texas, focusing on previously funded CPRIT projects. Eligible projects are those that have concluded within the last three years or are ongoing expansion efforts, with a funding cap of $450,000 over 36 months. The initiative stresses active dissemination strategies and the development of products with practical impact, targeting resource-limited and medically underserved areas.

Grant Title: NIST MEP is seeking applications to establish and manage Manufacturing Extension Partnership Centers in designated states to provide essential services that enhance the productivity, innovation, and competitiveness of small and mid-sized manufacturers.

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2024. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing the potential availability of funding for agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing local natural resource issues, encouraging collaboration and developing state-and-community-level conservation leadership. Proposals must be for projects based in Texas and focus on conservation priority topics as noted in Section A of this notice. Collaborative projects that provide on-the-ground support for Texas NRCS Field Offices are highly encouraged. Eligible applicants include: City or township governments County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (other than institutions of higher education) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (other than institutions of higher education) Private institutions of higher education Public and State-controlled institutions of higher education Special district governments State governments Research proposals will not be accepted, nor considered. For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov. Key Dates Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59pm Eastern Time on May 22, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts. For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility, or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed. A webinar for potential applicants will be provided on April 9, 2024, from 10:00am 11:00am Central Standard Time via Microsoft Office Teams. Participation. Meeting participation and additional agreement information will be posted on the NRCS Texas Partners for Conservation website. The agency anticipates making selections by June 15, 2024, and expects to execute awards by September 15, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. Federal Funding Floor and Ceiling Amounts The estimated funding floor for this opportunity is $25,000, and the estimated funding ceiling is $300,000. The funding floor means the minimum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. The ceiling is the maximum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. These numbers refer to the total agreement amount, not any specific budget period.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit initiatives in Houston that enhance health, education, community development, and LGBTQ+ support, particularly for marginalized populations.