[Amarillo Area Foundation](https://amarilloareafoundation.org)

April 6, 2026 (Application opens) | May 1, 2026 (Application closes)

Typical awards: $2,500–$10,000 per project; one-year funding.

Supports nonprofits and educational institutions in the Texas Panhandle for projects in basic needs, education, community development, and health.

--- ## Description The Pantex Cooperative Grant Program, administered by the Amarillo Area Foundation and funded by PanTeXas Deterrence, LLC, is an employee-directed initiative supporting nonprofit organizations and educational institutions within the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. Grants are awarded to projects that address basic needs (such as food, clothing, and shelter), children, youth, and family, community development, education, financial literacy, and health and wellness. Applications are reviewed by a 14-member committee of Pantex employees who recommend recipients based on alignment with these focus areas. --- ## Due Dates - April 6, 2026: Application opens - May 1, 2026: Application deadline / closes --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from $2,500 to $10,000 per project. - Funding is generally for a one-year project period. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be: - 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, - Recognized government entities (for charitable purposes), - K-12 public schools, community/junior colleges, or state colleges/universities, - Faith-based organizations (for projects benefiting the broader community). - Projects must serve residents within the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. - Individuals, parochial and private schools, and projects outside the service area are not eligible. - Applicants must be in good standing with all previous reporting requirements to the Amarillo Area Foundation. --- ## Application Process - Contact the [Grants Officer](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact-grants/) for guidance before starting your application. - Create an account and log in to the [AAF Spectrum Portal](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/accounts/signin). - Complete the online application for the Pantex Cooperative Grant Program. - Review the [grant requirements](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/grant-requirements/) and [specific program requirements](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/pantex-apply). - Prepare required materials such as organizational financial statements and project budgets. - Submit the application between April 6 and May 1, 2026. --- ## Additional Information - A 14-member Pantex employee committee reviews all applications and recommends funding. - Cooperative grants are considered separately from other Amarillo Area Foundation grant programs; you may apply to multiple programs if eligible. - Exclusions: No funding for religious activities serving only specific religious groups, private/parochial schools, political lobbying, debt retirement, completed projects, or fundraising events. --- ## External Links - [Program Page](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/pantex) - [Foundation Grant Requirements](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/grant-requirements/) - [Apply via Spectrum Portal](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/accounts/signin) - [Contact Grants Team](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact-grants/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Contact Form | Phone | |-----------------------|---------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------| | Raul Rodarte-Suto | Grants Program Officer | [Contact Raul](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/ninja-forms/90elrg/) | 806-376-4521 | | Grants Team | — | [Contact Grants Team](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact-grants/) | 806-376-4521 | ---

Pantex Cooperative Grant Program

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