The Dallas Foundation invests in a healthier, stronger community by supporting nonprofits that prioritize children and families—especially those most in need.
We believe a healthy community begins by supporting its most fragile members. This grant cycle is made possible by endowed funds established by donors who have entrusted The Dallas Foundation to steward their charitable giving for generations to come.
Funding Priorities
Grants will be awarded to nonprofit organizations serving Dallas County and working in one of the following areas:
Family and Economic Stability
Endowed Funds: Hodges, McQuillan, Ratliff-Critical Needs, Robinson, Schrader, Stevens, Tatum, and Wilson Funds
- Critical Needs – Support for basic necessities such as food, clothing, and emergency or transitional shelter, including assistance for low-income older adults.
- Prison Re-entry and Veterans Services – Programs that support successful re-entry and services for veterans.
- Parks & Recreation – Initiatives focused on enhancing and beautifying public green spaces.
Health
Endowed Funds: Jalonick, Hartley-Morgan, Ratliff, Tatum, McQuillan, and Wilson Funds
- Healthcare Access – Medical and supportive care for low-income, indigent, homeless, or ill children, seniors, and families.
- Breast Cancer Support – Programs providing medical and supportive care for low-income individuals with breast cancer.
- Pediatric Supportive Care – Services for low-income children facing debilitating diseases.
Intellectual and Physical Disabilities
Endowed Funds: Jalonick – Special Education, Speck, and Stevens Funds
- Developmental Disabilities – Programs that empower children with intellectual or developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling lives.
- Visual and Hearing Impairments – Support for children with visual or hearing impairments.
*Please note: A limited number of grants are available for organizations serving residents of Collin County.
How to Apply for a Grant
To streamline the process and expedite funding to the community, The Dallas Foundation no longer requires Letters of Inquiry (LOIs). We are accepting full grant applications for the Summer 2025 cycle during the following window:
Application Period:
🗓️ July 11–July 25, 2025 (Deadline: 5:00 PM CST)
Eligibility:
- Applicants may not have received funding from the Foundation during the Spring 2025 cycle.
- Only one application per organization will be accepted.
Final grant decisions will be made by the Foundation’s Board of Governors in September 2025, and recipients will be notified at that time.
More information here.
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