Fund Your Mission
My agency is located outside Dallas County. May I still apply for a grant?
The Dallas Foundation is dedicated to serving Dallas County. Organizations located outside Dallas County may still be eligible if more than half of the clients served reside within Dallas County.
Do you fund general operating requests?
Yes. The Dallas Foundation accepts requests for general operating support, as well as program and project-based funding.
How much should I request?
Applicants should request the level of support needed to successfully implement their work. We encourage potential applicants to review the available funds and typical grant ranges listed on our website for guidance.
Can I apply for multi-year funding?
No. Only single-year funding requests will be considered.
Can my organization submit multiple applications across different issue areas?
No. Organizations may submit only one application during the cycle.
Who is not eligible to apply?
The following are not eligible for funding:
What financial information is required?
A complete list of required attachments appears at the end of the application form. In general, applicants should be prepared to submit:
Our organization has updated contact information. How do we update TDF Grant Manager?
Please contact communityimpact@dallasfoundation.org to update your information.
Note: Address changes must be verifiable via the IRS, GuideStar/Candid, or the Texas Secretary of State website.
What if the person who managed our online account has left the organization?
Email communityimpact@dallasfoundation.org and our team will deactivate the former staff member’s account.
I forgot my online portal password. What should I do?
Click “Forgot your Password?” on the login page to receive a password reset email. If the email does not arrive, contact communityimpact@dallasfoundation.org for assistance.
Don’t see your question?
For general questions or technical assistance, please email communityimpact@dallasfoundation.org and a team member will assist you.