Mabee Foundation Challenge Grants
The Mabee Foundation Challenge Grants fund non-profit capital projects in education, health, social services, and culture across six states, emphasizing construction, renovation, and major equipment.
Funder: J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 | March 1, 2027 | June 1, 2027 | September 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to 20% of total project costs, maximum $2,000,000 per grant; payment only after challenge is met.
Summary: Supports non-profit capital projects (construction, renovation, major medical equipment) in education, health, social services, and culture within a six-state region.
Key Information: Requires 40% of project funds raised from other donors before applying; challenge grant structure.
Description
The Mabee Foundation Challenge Grants are designed to assist non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations with significant capital projects in the fields of education, social and humanitarian services, medical and health initiatives, and cultural or religious endeavors. Grants are intended specifically for construction, renovation, or the acquisition of major medical equipment. These are structured as challenge grants, requiring recipients to secure the remaining project funding within one year of award notification. The foundation serves organizations located in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kansas.
