Grant Education: Grant Writing Podcasts

Are you interested in learning more about grant writing but low on time? Podcasts are a great way to consume content and learn on the go efficiently. Listen on your smartphone or through a website. Find grant writing podcast listings on the Grant Education Resources page.

UT CONNECT! Fall 2026 Cohort Open

This program matches UT Austin Masters, PhD, and Postdoc students with community organizations to complete research, data, and program evaluation projects. Learn more and submit your project application by July 30th.

America's Health Rankings Senior Report 2026 

The United Health Foundation provides 56 measures of older adult health and well-being from 25 data sources, with comparisons by metro and nonmetro areas.

Grantmaking and The Role of Philanthropy in Rural Communities

Check out the USDA's 2026 publication discussing philanthropy in rural and urban communities including the geographic distribution of philanthropic organizations, types of organizations, and topic areas of giving.

We're Here for You

Your feedback shapes our future! Each response helps us improve the DSHS Grant Development Center to better serve you. Check out our program page to tell us how we’re doing!

Free Trainings and Resources

August 7: Budget Development and Grant Writing for Small Organizations | RWJF Systems for Action

August 18: Identifying and Evaluating Federal Grant Opportunities | United Way Greater Houston

Blog: How Often Should You Review Your Federal Grant Policies and Procedures | MyFedTrainer

Blog: Writing a Budget that Doesn't Wreck Your Proposal | The Grantsmanship Center, Inc.

Private Funding Announcements

American Nurses Foundation (August 4, 2026)

Microgrants to help rural healthcare organizations implement Building Peer and Leadership Support, a free evidence-informed program designed to strengthen nurse well-being and reduce burnout. Selected organizations will receive funding, implementation resources, and ongoing coaching through a national Community of Practice. Award: Eight awards of $15,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

Simply Organic Giving Fund (August 14, 2026)

Support for nonprofits working to address food insecurity by expanding access to organic, nutrient-dense food. Award: $30,000 - $150,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

The Rea Charitable Trust (August 15, 2026)

General operating and project support for nonprofits engaged in the promotion of the arts. Eligible applicants for this funding cycle include organizations with names beginning with letters M-Z. Award: $2,500+. Geographic Scope: The Midland area.

IREN: Childress County Community Grants Program (August 31, 2026)

Funding priorities include community participation and pride, community sustainability, community safety, technology, and local STEM participation. Award: Up to $10,000. Geographic Scope: Childress County.

The Lola Wright Foundation (August 31, 2026)

Project, building, and equipment funds for arts and culture, children and youth, education, community development, and public health and human services. Award: $5,000 - $25,000. Geographic Scope: Austin and the 50-mile surrounding radius.

American Pharmacists Association: APhA Foundation Incentive Grants (September 1, 2026)

Offers pharmacists seed money to implement or support an innovative patient care service within their pharmacy practice. Pharmacists in rural areas have received funding in previous rounds. Award: $1,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

Gulf Coast Medical Foundation (September 1, 2026)

The Foundation focuses its giving on nonprofits engaged in medicine and health; education; civic affairs; arts and culture; and human services. Award: $200 - $40,000. Geographic Scope: Fort Bend, Matagorda, and Wharton Counties. 

Ittleson Foundation (September 1, 2026, Letter of Inquiry)

Seed money for innovative pilot, model, and demonstration projects in the mental health field that have national scope or significance. In 2026, funding focuses on projects that fight stigma associated with mental illness, utilize new technology to improve programs and services, and advance preventive mental health efforts, particularly for youth and adolescents. Award: Up to $35,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

Nationwide Foundation (September 1, 2026)

Funding interests include emergency and basic needs, crisis stabilization, personal and family empowerment, and community enrichment. The Foundation also provides nonprofit event sponsorships. Award: $63,000+. Geographic Scope: The Texas market includes San Antonio.

The Rachael and Ben Vaughan Foundation (September 1, 2026)

General operating, project, equipment, building funds, matching and challenge grants for a variety of nonprofit missions. Award: $3,000 - $200,000. Geographic Scope: Texas.

Ben & Maytee Fisch Foundation (September 5, 2026)

Support for civic and culture, education, human services, and medical (health and research) causes. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and municipalities. Award: $2,500 - $100,000. Geographic Scope: East Texas.

Texas Mutual Insurance: Texas Workforce Development Grants (September 11, 2026)

Funding for organizations that prepare Texans for high-growth, high-wage jobs through apprenticeships or post-secondary credentials; support small businesses’ resilience and job growth; and connect opportunity youth to career pathways to expand the workforce. The application portal opens on August 10th. Award: $25,000 - $100,000. Geographic Scope: Texas.

Coastal Bend Community Foundation (September 15, 2026)

Grants for nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions engaged in human services, health, arts and culture, the environment, public benefit, families and children, and education. The online application portal opens on August 1st. Award: Up to $25,000. Geographic Scope: Aransas, Bee, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Nueces, Refugio, and San Patricio Counties.

Les Paul Foundation (September 15, 2026)

Support for innovative projects in music education, performance, and production, as well as the advancement of STEM and STEAM programs. Award: $1,000 - $75,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

Montgomery County Community Foundation (September 15, 2026)

Program funding for a wide variety of nonprofit missions that target a large number of people in the Foundation's giving area. Award: $5,000 - $20,000. Geographic Scope: Montgomery County.

The Beal Foundation (September 15, 2026)

Grant funding for nonprofits engaged in education, health, human services, and humanities. Award: $2,000+. Geographic Scope: Midland.

Sundt Foundation: Q4 FY2026 Grants (September 16, 2026)

Support for nonprofits that enhance the quality of life in company communities. Funding interests include youth development; hunger and nutrition; basic needs and social services; and the military and veterans. Award: $2,500 - $25,000. Geographic Scope: The South Region includes Alabama and Texas.

Mary E. Bivins Foundation: Healthy Seniors Grants (September 23, 2026)

Funding for projects that address senior hunger, aging in place, transportation, increasing social connection, caregiver support, and health needs. Award: $2,500 - $25,000. Geographic Scope: The 26 Counties of the Texas Panhandle.

IREN: Fisher County Community Grants Program (September 30, 2026)

Funding priorities include community participation and pride, community sustainability, community safety, technology, and local STEM participation. Award: Up to $10,000. Geographic Scope: Fisher County.

Nancy Smith Hurd Foundation (September 30, 2026)

Large grants to help nonprofits create a major impact on education, health, family well-being, arts and culture, and animal welfare. Award: $100,000 - $250,000. Geographic Scope: Bexar County.

The Fasken Foundation (September 30, 2026)

Funding for nonprofits transforming the lives of underserved youth with public benefit, health, human services, and education. First-time applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry to be invited to submit a full application. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: Western Texas.

Weyerhauser Giving Fund (September 30, 2026)

Funding for programs supporting affordable housing and shelter, education and youth development, environmental stewardship, workforce, and human services. Award: $1,000+. Geographic Scope: The Texas market includes Carrollton, Houston, and San Antonio.

Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation: Volunteer Fire Department - Fall Grant Cycle (September 30, 2026)

Support for volunteer fire departments requesting equipment, communication devices, truck parts and matches, and other supplies. The application period begins on August 1st. Award: Up to $10,000. Geographic Scope: Archer, Baylor, Childress, Clay, Cottle, Foard, Haskell, Hardeman, Jack, King, Knox, Montague, Stonewall, Throckmorton, Wilbarger, Wise, Wichita, and Young Counties.

Community Foundation of Abilene: Coleman County Foundation Grants (October 1, 2026)

Grants for nonprofits engaged in arts and culture, community development, education, health, housing and shelter, human and social services, and youth development. Award: Up to $15,000. Geographic Scope: Coleman County.

Permian Basin Area Foundation (October 1, 2026)

Grants for nonprofits addressing needs in animal services, arts and culture, community development, education, environment, health and mental health, housing and shelter, human and social services, and youth development. Before submitting a Fall application, all applicants must contact the Foundation no later than September 15th. Award: $5,000 - $100,000. Geographic Scope: West Texas.

The Community Foundation of West Texas: Community Funds Grants (October 1, 2026)

Funding for creating pathways out of poverty and alleviating the impact of poverty on individuals and families. Award: Up to $5,000. Geographic Scope: Lubbock and the surrounding South Plains area.

The Hoglund Foundation (October 1, 2026)

Grants for nonprofits engaged in education and family support services. Award: Up to $135,000. Geographic Scope: Emphasis on the City of Dallas.

Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation: Responsive Grants (October 1, 2026)

Program support grants for healthy lifestyles, access to care, mental health, aging in place, medical education, and dental health. Award: Up to $50,000. Geographic Scope: Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, and Willacy Counties.

Public Funding Announcements

HHS/ACYF: Regional Partnership Grants (August 7, 2026)

HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CU-0021. Support for regional partnerships between child welfare, substance abuse treatment, and juvenile or state courts. The goal is to support family-centered treatment programs and services for children who are in an out-of-home placement or are at risk of being placed in an out-of-home placement due to caregiver's substance abuse. Projects will also work to expand the scope of evidence-based services for families impacted by substance-use disorders. Award: Eight awards of $250,000 - $1,000,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

HHSC: Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Services Grant (August 10, 2026)

HHS0015874. Funding for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Services programs which include Resource Specialist services, Senior Citizens services, and Direct Communication services (Interpreter and CART) for special circumstances. Award: One award of up to $6,800,000 for a three-year project period. Geographic Scope: Texas.

HUD: Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Community Selection (August 10, 2026)

CPD-2600-DC-0035. As part of the Continuum of Care program, HUD will select up to 50 communities to participate in the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program to develop and execute a coordinated community approach to preventing and ending youth homelessness. At least 16 of the selected communities will be rural. Award: 73 awards of $500,000 - $15,000,000 for 24-30-month project periods. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

ACL: Cultivating Connected Communities Prize Challenge (August 26, 2026)

A national prize competition designed to identify and support existing community garden projects interested in extending their outreach to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, people living with paralysis and other physical disabilities, and older adults. Rural and frontier areas are mentioned as having barriers to participating in community activities. Award: During Phase 1, a maximum of 50 submissions that best meet the judging criteria will be awarded up to $4,000 each. During Phase 2, a maximum of 50 prizes, each up to $8,000, will be awarded to teams that demonstrate success in implementing their plan and a commitment to increasing their accessibility features. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

HHSC: The Rural Texas Strong Program - Initiative 4 (Round 2): The Next Generation of the Small Town Doctor and Team (August 26, 2026)

HHS0017618. The purpose of this program is to assist eligible rural healthcare providers with recruiting and training healthcare professionals in rural Texas communities by building local education and training pipelines and developing and implementing retention strategies for providers or professionals practicing in rural areas. Award: Multiple awards of up to $725,000. No match required. Geographic Scope: Texas Counties with populations of 68,750 or less.

HUD: Older Adults Home Modification Grant Program (August 31, 2026)

LHC-2600-DC-0069. Funding for comprehensive programs that make safety and functional home modifications, repairs, and renovations to enable low-income seniors to age in place. Rural communities are a program priority. Eligible applicants include city, township, county, state, and special district governments; public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status other than institutions of higher education. Award: 32 awards of $2,000,000 - $3,000,000 for a three-year project period. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

HRSA: Fiscal Year 2027 Expanding Nutrition Services (September 9, 2026)

HRSA-27-099. Funding to increase access to nutrition services at HRSA-funded health centers. Award: 357 awards of $350,000 for two-year project periods. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

USDA/Healthy Food Financing Initiative: 2026 Partnerships Program (September 18, 2026)

Grants to eligible public-private partnerships that are implementing or will implement Food Financing Programs in underserved communities across the country. The program builds capacity by offering grants for operating expenses (Capacity Building activities) and grants to be used to help deploy loans and other financial assistance (Credit Enhancement activities). Eligible applicants include regional, state, or local public-private partnerships of two or more entities that are organized to improve access to fresh, healthy foods and provide financial and technical assistance to eligible projects in Underserved Areas. Award: $200,000 - $1,000,000 for Capacity Building activities and $500,000 - $3,000,000 for Credit Enhancement activities. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

TCEQ: New Technology Implementation Grant Program (September 25, 2026)

Funding for projects that reduce emissions from facilities and other stationary sources. Eligible applicants include individuals, state and local governments, corporations, or any other legal entity. Award: Reimbursement of up to 50% of eligible project costs. A total of $16,500,000 is available, awarded on a competitive basis. Geographic Scope: Texas.

TWC: Career Exploration Internship Initiative (November 9, 2026)

320-32026-00030. funding to provide opportunities for a variety of jobs in diverse industries. Eligible applicants include public junior colleges, public technical institutes, public state colleges, general academic teaching institutions, Independent School Districts, and Charter Schools.  Award: Five awards of $50,000 - $150,000. Geographic Scope: Texas.

TCDD: Translation and Interpretation Stipends (Rolling Basis)

Stipends to support translation and interpretation services to reduce language barriers for people living with developmental disabilities to access services and supports. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, municipal entities, colleges, universities, and for-profit businesses, and other community organizations. Stipend applications must be received at least 60 days before the event. Award: Up to $3,000. Geographic Scope: Texas.

USDA: Special Evaluation Assistance for Rural Communities and Households Grants (Rolling Basis)

Funding for financially distressed rural communities of less than 2,500 people to assist with feasibility studies, design assistance, and technical assistance on water and waste disposal projects. Contact the Texas USDA State Office to begin the application process. Award: Up to 100% of eligible costs, not to exceed $30,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

Grant Education: Trusted Health Data Resources

Quantitative data provides evidence for the community need included in your grant proposal. The Center for Health Statistics (CHS) is the data collection and reporting arm of DSHS. Its Texas Health Data dashboard includes vital events, population health, and disease prevalence. As a grant seeker, CHS is a free source of current health data in Texas. Information about public health infrastructure, non-military hospitals, and health professionals is also available. Use CHS Data to help write your next grant’s Statement of Need. The GDC Data Resources page includes additional data sets to support your health-related work.

Where You Live Matters

Read highlights from the U.S. Census Bureau’s research on the impact of where a person lives on their future health and how eight data sets assess social risk across health conditions, populations, and geographies. 

Fall 2026 Mockingbird Nonprofit Incubator Cohort Applications Open

This is an eight-week, cohort-based program covering everything from strategic planning and board development to fundraising, compliance, and program evaluation. Participation is free for 20 selected organizations. Cohort members receive a full scholarship, the opportunity to apply for a $3,000 grant, and up to $1,000 in matching funds after completing the program. Apply for the cohort by August 24th.

Free Trainings and Resources

September 15: Crafting Competitive Federal Grant Proposals | United Way of Greater Houston

Article: Grants.gov Step by Step: Navigating the Federal Application Portal for First-Timers | Professional Grant Writers

Blog: What Does a Funder Mean by "Sustainability"? | The Grantsmanship Center, Inc.

Private Funding Announcements

United Spay Alliance (August 31, 2026)

Funds for nonprofits offering spay and neuter programs for community cats. Priority is given to small organizations and first-time applicants. Award: Up to $2,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

Target Corporate Giving (September 3, 2026)

Grants for nonprofits in communities where Target stores and distribution centers are located. Funding supports nonprofit programs in four areas: thriving families, including basic needs and youth development, vibrant neighborhoods, emerging creative and cultural programming, and economic opportunity through workforce development. Award: Up to $15,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

Freeport-McMoRan Foundation: Mini-Grants for Education (September 4, 2026)

Support for K-12 teachers and schools in communities where the company operates. Eligible activities include classroom projects in the environment, mining and natural resources, reading and literacy, and STEM. Award: Up to $500. Geographic Scope: Texas market includes El Paso.

The Robert Lehman Foundation (September 15, 2026)

Support for museums, arts organizations, educational institutions, and nonprofit cultural organizations working to enhance the role of visual arts in American and world culture. Award: $1,000+. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

J.W. Couch Foundation (September 25, 2026)

General operating and program support for nonprofits engaged in preservation, education, wellness, and mentorship. Award: $50,000+. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

Ross Stores Regional Giving Program (September 28 - October 16, 2026, Letter of Inquiry)

The company's philanthropic mission is to create brighter futures by building academic achievement and life skills in economically disadvantaged youth, ages 3 to 24. Funds for programs in literacy, STEM/STEAM, tutoring, anti-truancy, drop-out/re-entry, college readiness, mentoring, and after-school programs, among others. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, schools, and government programs. Award: $10,000 - $30,000. Geographic Scope: Brookshire, Greater Katy Area, Sealy, and West Houston.

Paso del Norte Health Foundation: 2027 Healthy Kids Initiative (September 30, 2026, Letter of Intent)

The Paso del Norte Health Foundation seeks Letters of Intent (LOIs) from eligible organizations to provide out-of-school time (OST) opportunities for disconnected youth, 5 - 17 years of age. Eligible applicants include nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations, including churches and units of government. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: El Paso and Hudspeth Counties.

Paso del Norte Health Foundation: 2027 Healthy Kids Initiative Policy Research (September 30, 2026, Letter of Intent)

The Health Foundation seeks both policy research and applied research on the conditions that make it easier or harder for disconnected youth to be outdoors and engage in youth-directed play outside of school hours. Research may examine policies, procedures, agreements, rules, implementation barriers, feasibility questions, or other factors such as parent concerns, staffing, safety, and use of public spaces. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, nonprofit organizations, consulting firms, and other qualified agencies with demonstrated expertise and the capacity to produce clear, useful products. Award: Not specified. Geographic Scope: El Paso and Hudspeth Counties.

Henry Foundation (October 1, 2026, Pre-application)

Grants for social services, education, health, youth, recreation, and arts and culture. Award: $5,000+. Geographic Scope: City of Midland.

Wayne and JoAnn Moore Charitable Foundation (October 8, 2026, Letter of Inquiry)

Grants for operating expenses, project support, capital, and equipment that enhance the lives, communities, and opportunities of others in Texas. Areas of interest include arts, culture, and humanities; education; the environment and animals; health; human services; public and society benefits; and religion. The online application portal opens on September 1st. Award: $2,500 - $205,000. Geographic Scope: Texas.

Laredo Area Community Foundation (October 15, 2026)

Support for nonprofits engaged in social services, health, education, arts and culture, and the environment. Award: Up to $5,000. Geographic Scope: Laredo and Webb County.

Walmart Foundation: Spark Good Local Grants (October 15, 2026)

Grants focus on creating opportunities, advancing sustainability, and strengthening communities by addressing the unique needs of the local area. Award: $250 - $5,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide in company communities.

Earl C. Sams Foundation (October 16, 2026)

Funding for nonprofits engaged in education, health, arts and culture, social services, children and youth, the environment, and animal welfare. Award: $1,000 - $115,000. Geographic Scope: South Texas.

The Gadfly Project (October 23, 2026)

In-kind grants for nonprofits seeking to implement a software initiative. The projects should be used to improve the organization's operations by increasing efficiency and expanding outreach. This grant is wide in scope. Any project that assists or enables organizations that are focused on improving the well-being of humanity and/or the natural environment are welcome. Award: In-house expertise and resources. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation (October 28, 2026)

Areas of interest include life-saving equipment, disaster relief, fire safety prevention education, and support for members of the military. Eligible applicants include public safety organizations including fire departments, law enforcement, EMS organizations, nonprofits, and schools. Applications open on October 28th, and a maximum of 600 grant applications will be accepted.  Award: Up to $40,000. Geographic Scope: Communities served by the company.

The John O'Quinn Foundation (October 30, 2026)

Funding for nonprofits engaged in education, conservation, children and youth, and health. Award: $10,000 - $500,000. Geographic Scope: The Houston area.

80|20 Foundation (October 31, 2026)

Grants for nonprofits that strengthen San Antonio's future workforce and job-creating entrepreneurs. Award: $2,500 - $250,000. Geographic Scope: City of San Antonio.

Albemarle Foundation: Impact Grants (October 31, 2026)

Funding for future workforce and education, health and human services, and social and cultural initiatives. Award: Up to $100,000. Geographic Scope: The Texas market includes Bayport, Clear Lake, and Pasadena.

Martha, David, and Bagby Lennox Foundation (October 31, 2026)

Grant funding for education, conservation, historic preservation, land and nature preservation, and the preservation of social infrastructure. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and government entities. Award: $5,000 - $50,000. Geographic Scope: Red River County and contiguous Texas Counties.

Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation (October 31, 2026)

Funds for nonprofits engaged in the arts, community and social services, education, the environment, and healthcare. Award: Up to $15,000. Geographic Scope: South Texas.

Costco Wholesale: Charitable Contributions (Rolling Basis)

Charitable efforts specifically focus on programs supporting children, education, and health and human services in the communities where Costco does business. Organizations must have 501(c)(3) status. Award: Product donations. Large nonprofits with broad-based causes can also request monetary support. Geographic Scope: Communities with Costco Wholesale stores.

Entergy Foundation: Open Grants Program (Rolling Basis)

Funding is provided for arts and culture, education and workforce development, poverty solutions and social services, healthy families, and community improvement. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, schools, and government agencies. Award: Not stated. Geographic Scope: Burleson, Chambers, Grimes, Hardin, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Limestone, Madison, Montgomery, Orange, Polk, Robertson, San Jacinto, Trinity, Tyler, and Walker Counties.

Harold Simmons Foundation (Rolling Basis)

General operating, project, and capital support for nonprofits serving a wide variety of charitable purposes. Award: $5,000 - $20,000. Geographic Scope: The Dallas metropolitan area.

Regions Community Engagement Program (Rolling Basis)

Support for nonprofits and local government agencies engaged in community and economic development, education and workforce readiness, and financial wellness. Award: Unspecified cash grants and sponsorships. Geographic Scope: Texas company communities include Arlington, Austin, Cedar Hill, Cedar Park, Dallas, Flower Mound; Fort Worth, Garland, Georgetown, Hutto, Keller, Lancaster, Mansfield, Plano, and Round Rock.

Reinhart Foundation (Rolling Basis)

Grants for nonprofits engaged in disability services, health and medical research, youth development, and economic development. Award: Up to $5,000. Geographic Scope: City of Georgetown.

Public Funding Announcements

DSHS: Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part B, State Services, and HOPWA Administrative Agency for East Texas (August 28, 2026)

HHS0016961. Funding for a single Administrative Agency (AA) to administer designated federal and state Ryan White Service Delivery (RWSD), DSHS State Services (SS), and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA).  The purpose of this program is to administer the designated federal and state RWSD, DSHS SS, and HOPWA funds that provide medical, support, and housing services to low-income Texas residents who are living with HIV. Award: $19,713,321 for a five-year project period. Geographic Scope: East Texas HASA service areas - Beaumont/Port Arthur HSDA, Galveston HSDA, Houston HSDA, Nacogdoches/Lufkin HSDA, Texarkana/Paris HSDA, and Tyler/Longview HSDA.

TCEQ: Texas LEPC Grant Program (August 31, 2026)

State-funded grant program to allow Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) to establish, maintain, and or improve their implementation of Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. Only LEPCs that are officially recognized by the State Emergency Response Commission are eligible for this grant. Award: A total of approximately $670,000 total for all awards during the 2026 grant round. Geographic Scope: Texas.

DOJ: Consolidated Grant Program to Assist Children and Youth Affected by and to Engage Men and Youth in Preventing Domestic

Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking (September 8, 2026)
O-OVW-2026-172652. Grants to support community-based efforts to develop or expand prevention, intervention, treatment, and response strategies addressing the needs of children and youth (ages 0-24) affected by domestic/dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sex trafficking. It also supports work with men and youth to prevent those crimes. Small towns and rural, remote, and tribal communities are a program priority. Award: 30 awards of $350,000 - $500,000 for three-year project periods. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

DOJ: Training and Services to End Abuse in Later Life Program (September 14, 2026)

O-OVW-2026-172663. Funding to support a comprehensive approach to addressing abuse in later life, including domestic/dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, neglect, abandonment, economic abuse, or willful harm committed against victims who are 50 years of age or older. Eligible applicants include government entities and nonprofits. Award: 12 awards of $450,000 - $750,000 for three-year project periods. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.

DOL: Stand Down Grants (September 30, 2026)

VPL-01-23. Funding for events that offer homeless veteran populations a variety of services designed to help them reintegrate into their communities, such as housing, healthcare, and employment opportunities. Award: Up to $10,000 for a multi-day event, and up to $7,000 for a one-day event. Geographic Scope: Nationwide. 

USDA: Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (September 30, 2026)

RDRUS-26-DWS2. Grants for qualified nonprofits and tribal organizations to create a revolving loan fund to increase access to clean, reliable water and septic systems for households in eligible rural areas. Funding is designed to help individuals with low to moderate incomes finance certain costs of household water wells and individually owned decentralized wastewater systems that they own or will own. Award: 10 awards for $11,000,000 in total funding. A cash match of at least 10% is required. Geographic Scope: Nationwide in rural areas with populations of 50,000 or less.

TPWD: Community Outdoor Outreach Program (CO-OP Grants) (October 1, 2026)

Funding for programming that engages underserved populations in outdoor recreation, conservation, and environmental education activities. Eligible applications include local governments, universities, school districts, and nonprofits. Award: $5,000 - $100,000. Geographic Scope: Texas.

TCEQ: Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP) Program (October 20, 2026)

Funding for heavy-duty and medium-duty natural gas vehicle replacements and repowers. Awards: Reimbursement of up to 90% of the incremental cost to purchase, lease, commercially finance, or repower a qualifying vehicle. Awards are made on a first-come, first-served basis. Geographic Scope: Texas.

USDA: National School Lunch Afterschool Snack Program (Rolling Basis)

Funding for schools and residential childcare institutions to provide after-school snacks to low-income children who participate in the National School Lunch program. Award: Cash reimbursement for each snack ($1.30 free afterschool snacks, $0.65 reduced-price snacks, $0.12 paid snacks). Geographic Scope: Nationwide.