Annual Grants
This grant funds nonprofit projects in Texas's Coastal Bend region that improve quality of life, focusing on education, job creation, and community well-being, but does not support research or general operations.
Funder: Coastal Bend Community Foundation
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (application opens) | September 15, 2026 (final submission deadline, 11:59 p.m. CST)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per grant; average award ~$12,000; total pool up to $375,000
Summary: Supports nonprofit projects that enhance quality of life in the Coastal Bend region through a competitive annual grant process.
Key Information: Application is online only; strict deadline with no exceptions; some focus areas and applicant types are excluded each year.
Description
The Coastal Bend Community Foundation's Annual Grants program provides funding to nonprofit organizations serving the seven-county Coastal Bend region of Texas. Grants are awarded for specific projects or programs that improve the quality of life for local residents, with a focus on initiatives benefiting disadvantaged populations, education, job creation, and community well-being. The program is highly competitive and does not support general operating expenses, research, or capital campaigns.
