[San Antonio Area Foundation](https://saafdn.org)

Rolling (Applications accepted when a disaster is declared)

Not specified; grants awarded as funding is available; decisions typically within 10 business days.

Provides rapid-response funding to nonprofits serving Bexar County and surrounding areas during officially declared disasters or emergencies.

Applications are only accepted when a disaster has been declared by the Area Foundation.

--- ## Description The Disaster Relief Funding program from the San Antonio Area Foundation is designed to support community recovery efforts during times of crisis, emergency, or natural disaster. Funding is made available when the Area Foundation formally declares a disaster—using criteria aligned with federal, state, and local emergency response agencies. The aim is to provide timely and flexible support to nonprofits directly aiding those affected in Bexar County and its surrounding counties. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but **only when a disaster has been officially declared by the San Antonio Area Foundation**. - There is currently **no open call**, as no disaster has been declared at this time. --- ## Funding Amount - Specific award amounts are **not published**; grants are made as funding allows. - Application decisions are typically communicated within **ten business days** after receipt. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be tax-exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. - Organizations must provide programs and services that **directly benefit Bexar County and the surrounding seven contiguous counties**. - Only **one application per organization** may be submitted at a time. --- ## Application Process - Applications are only accepted when a disaster is declared by the Area Foundation. - All applications must be submitted **electronically** via the [online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=saafdn). - Create an account to access the application. - Required documents: - List of board of directors and their affiliations - Current year’s annual organizational budget (any format) - Additional information may be requested after review - **No email, fax, or paper applications** are accepted. - Applicants will receive an automated confirmation upon successful submission. - If not received, contact the program officer. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are awarded **as funding is available**. - The program is designed for rapid response: applicants typically receive a decision within ten business days. - For help with the application portal, contact [info@saafdn.org](mailto:info@saafdn.org) or [Gavin Nichols](mailto:gnichols@saafdn.org), 210.242.4720. --- ## External Links - [Disaster Relief Funding Program Overview](https://saafdn.org/nonprofits/grants/disaster-relief-funding/) - [Online Grant Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=saafdn) - [San Antonio Area Foundation Home](https://saafdn.org) - [Media Guidelines (PDF)](https://saafdn.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Communication-and-Media-Guidelines-for-John-L.-Santikos-Charitable-Foundation-Grant-Recipients-.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |------------------------|---------------------------------|-----------------| | General Inquiries | info@saafdn.org | 210.225.2243 | | Gavin Nichols (Program) | gnichols@saafdn.org | 210.242.4720 | For communications and publicity guidance, see the [media guidelines](https://saafdn.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Communication-and-Media-Guidelines-for-John-L.-Santikos-Charitable-Foundation-Grant-Recipients-.pdf) or contact the foundation directly.

Disaster Relief Funding

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