The Community Foundation of Abilene is seeking applications for its Community Grants.
Donor Name: Community Foundation of Abilene
State: Texas
County: Taylor County (TX)
City: Abilene
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/01/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Community Foundation of Abilene is a public foundation committed to improving the quality of life in the Abilene area. Consideration is also given to the capability of the organization and its personnel to achieve expected results, past stewardship of the organization, the adequacy and professionalism of the budget, and the support and cooperation of organizations involved in similar projects.
The Foundation considers the following: operating expenses, special projects, innovative programs, capacity building, and capital requests. The likelihood of your organization’s proposal being funded are increased if the project or program:
- Proposes practical solutions to community problems
- Responds to changing or emerging community needs
- Addresses prevention as well as assistance for a problem
- Promotes cooperation among nonprofit agencies without duplicating efforts
- Leverages or generates other funding or resources
- Promotes volunteer participation and citizen involvement in the community.
Focus Areas
- Animal Services
- Children and Youth
- Community Development
- Education
- Fine Arts and Culture
- Health and Mental Health
- Human and Social Services.
Funding Information
- Requests should range from $5,000 to $35,000.
- Occasional capital requests of up to $50,000 may be considered.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, your organization must qualify under the nonprofit status and geographic restrictions listed below. If you are unsure of your organization’s status, please inquire with staff prior to applying for funding.
- Nonprofit Status
- Eligible organizations must hold a current tax-exemption status under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code.
- This includes traditional nonprofit agencies with current 501(c)(3) status, recognized government entities requesting funds for public charitable purposes, K-12 schools, community/junior colleges, colleges and universities, or faith-based organizations with programs or projects that benefit the community at large.
- Geographic Restriction
- Grant funds are restricted to nonprofits serving populations within Abilene and Taylor County, Texas.
For more information, visit CFA.