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The Dallas Foundation focuses its grantmaking on the areas that help Dallas thrive, beginning with early childhood. We invest in children from birth to age five to ensure every child has a strong and healthy start.

Many of our grants also come from endowed funds that donors create to support a specific cause. These Field of Interest Funds are entrusted to the Foundation so we can make grants that honor the donor’s intent and create meaningful impact in our community.

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Building on our long-standing commitment to early childhood development, The Dallas Foundation makes investments in the earliest years—birth to age five—to ensure a strong and healthy start for every child.

Additionally, we support initiatives that foster community and economic resiliency, reflecting our broader vision for a thriving Dallas.

We encourage you to check back regularly for details on new grant cycle dates.

There are no open grant opportunities at this time.

Past Grants

Animal Welfare

Support for programs that promote the health and welfare of companion animals, including prevention of cruelty, veterinary care, spay and neuter programs, responsible pet ownership education, animal shelter support, and the adoption of stray animals.

Total grant funding available: Approx. $375,000

Projected number of grants to be funded: 5-10

Grant requests from a minimum of $10,000 up to $50,000 in funding may be awarded.

Sponsored by the Louis B. and Mary Ratliff Animal Welfare Fund, Erin Wylie Fund, Betty Pope Endowment Fund, and C. Albert Tatum III Fund.

January 14-28, 2026

Arts & Culture

Support for performing and visual arts organizations that expand access to arts experiences, foster creative expression, preserve cultural traditions, and contribute to the cultural vibrancy of Dallas through exhibitions, performances, education, and community engagement.

Total grant funding available: Approx. $160,000

Projected number of grants to be funded: 4-6

Grant requests from a minimum of $10,000 up to $50,000 in funding may be awarded.

Sponsored by the Jean Baptiste “Tad” Adoue, III Fund and the Audacy DFW and the Arts Fund.

January 14-28, 2026

Specialized Health & Disability Programs

Support for children and adults facing medical hardship or disability. Focus areas include services for disabled, blind, and deaf children; education for intellectually and developmentally disabled youth; and assistance for children living with debilitating diseases. This category also includes specialized grants for breast cancer support, emphasizing medical care and supportive services for low-income individuals.

Total grant funding available: Approx. $350,000

Projected number of grants to be funded: 8-12

Grant requests from a minimum of $10,000 up to $25,000 in funding may be awarded.

Sponsored by The Jalonick Family Memorial Breast Cancer Fund, Morris Hartly Morgan, Jr. Fund, Bertice Carter Speck Fund, The Jalonick Memorial Fund – Special Needs Education, and Annie L. Stevens Trust.

January 14-28, 2026

Domestic Violence Support

Support for organizations providing prevention, intervention, and recovery services for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, including emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and long-term stabilization services.

Total grant funding available: Approx. $90,000

Projected number of grants to be funded: 4-6

Grant requests from a minimum of $10,000 up to $25,000 in funding may be awarded.

Sponsored by The Jalonick Family Memorial Fund - Domestic Violence.

January 14-28, 2026

Grant Restrictions

Funds are generally not available for:

Individuals

Endowments

Organizations without a current 501(c)(3) designation

Programs or services not serving Dallas County residents

Annual fund campaigns, fundraising event underwriting, marketing, or capital campaigns

Religious purposes (educational and social service programs offered by faith-based organizations are eligible)

Lobbying efforts, as defined by the Internal Revenue Service

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Dallas Foundation (the “Foundation”) is an equal opportunity provider and funder of services, and it is the policy of the Foundation to support organizations, projects and programs that do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability of an otherwise qualified individual, membership or application for membership in a uniformed service, engaging in legally protected activity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

The Foundation encourages its grantee and partner organizations to adhere to these principles. The Foundation does not knowingly award grants to organizations that discriminate in their hiring, those they accept as volunteers, or the clients they serve.

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