Grant Overview
In addition to providing investment services, the Episcopal Foundation of Dallas (the “Foundation”) offers direct financial support to the Diocesan community through an annual grant program benefiting parishes, schools, and other not-for-profit agencies throughout the Dallas Diocese.
The Foundation prioritizes grants that strengthen and support new and existing Episcopal churches, schools, and ministries within the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas (the Diocese).
The Foundation also supports non-Episcopal charitable organizations whose submitted program or project is consistent with Christian ministry and missions of the Foundation and the Diocese and which support basic human needs for under resourced people and communities in these areas:
- Food Insecurity – organizations and social outreach programs that provide food to underserved populations
- Homelessness – organizations that work to prevent homelessness, provide emergency shelter or temporary housing, and facilitate collaboration among service providers
- Health Insecurity – organizations that provide free/low cost healthcare, including mental healthcare.
- Non-Episcopal entities applying for support for health insecurity programs must clearly demonstrate that the program intentionally serves individuals with few financial resources and limited access to health resources.
Grants are awarded once a year. Applications are accepted beginning in February. The grant application deadline is March 31. If March 31 falls on a weekend, the deadline is the next business day.
New in 2023. In 2023 the Foundation began using a new cloud-based grant management software solution from Foundant Technologies. Applicants are re-directed to the online log-in portal from this website via the “Grant Application” link. Applications, all supporting documents plus all communications and follow-ups will be stored on the site. We believe you will find the new process streamlined and very easy to use!
Guidelines
If you are considering applying for a Foundation grant, please carefully review the following items for guidance:
- Grant Policy outlines the eligibility requirements and application process including the deadline for applying.
- FAQ answers common questions and offers tips for preparing a successful application.
- Recent Awards provides information on grants awarded, offering insights into the types of projects the Foundation has supported.
In addition to reviewing these items for guidance, you are also welcome to contact the Foundation to discuss the feasibility and appropriateness of requests and for assistance in completing the application.