Grant Education: Plain Language
Feeling challenged by the word count limit on an online grant proposal? Learn to write in Plain Language to simplify and strengthen your message. Check out the “Plain Language” tab on the Grant Writing 101 page to become a better writer.
Public Input Requested for Rural Health Transformation Program Funding
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking public input from interested stakeholders to contribute ideas on how Texas should utilize the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) federal funding to transform rural healthcare. Review the guidance and submit input by September 9th.
Rural Health Grant Writing Course
UTA offers a free online, introductory grant writing course that walks you through the various steps of finding and writing a grant. The Fall 2025 course will begin on August 25th and end on October 26th, requiring a time commitment of three to five hours per week. There are only 40 spots available. Learn more and sign up here.
Grant Searches
Interested in a free grant search for your organization? GDC staff will provide personalized assistance to the first 10 organizations that respond. Contact us at grantcenter@dshs.texas.gov to request a grant search form.
Free Trainings and Resources
On Demand: How to Connect, Build Lasting Relationships, and Boost Giving in Times of Crisis | Bloomerang
On Demand: Pain Points and Data Points: Advice from the Sector on Managing Your Grantmaking | Foundant Technologies
On Demand: Your Grants Success Path | Grants Magic U
Private Funding Announcements
Athletic Brewing Co.: Two for the Trails (September 4, 2025)
Grants for nonprofits for trail maintenance, waterway protection, urban greenspace improvement, and broader environmental preservation projects. Award: $5,000 – $10,000. Geographic Scope: Nationwide.
Austin Community Foundation: The Black Fund of Central Texas (September 13, 2025)
Grants for Black-led nonprofits working to create lasting, community-rooted change across Central Texas. Award: 20 awards will be distributed from a total of $250,000 in available funding. Geographic Scope: Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Travis, and Williamson Counties.
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