Windham Fund Grants
The Windham Fund Grants support projects enhancing rural quality of life in West-Central Texas, focusing on arts, community development, agricultural education, health, and human services.
Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 (full application submission)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$50,000 per award; operating/project requests max $15,000, capital/capacity/seed requests up to $50,000
Summary: Supports projects enhancing quality of life in rural West-Central Texas, focusing on arts, community development, agricultural education, health, and human services.
Key Information: Application must be submitted online via Foundant GLM; eligibility limited to organizations serving rural areas within 150 miles of Oplin, TX.
Description
The Windham Fund Grants, administered by the Community Foundation of Abilene, are dedicated to advancing rural grantmaking for outlying communities in the greater West-Central Texas region. Established in honor of Dr. Paula Andree Windham, the fund supports special projects, capacity building, capital projects, and general operating needs that aim to enhance quality of life in rural areas. Focus areas include arts and culture, community development and leadership, agricultural education and ranch management, health and human services, and general quality of life improvements. The program seeks to address key issues and catalyze positive change in rural communities within a 150-mile radius of Oplin, Texas.
