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Grant Opportunities

Funding to support organizations and public entities which strengthen communities across the Texas Panhandle.

Who May Apply

Grant funding is available to organizations and public entities whose work aligns with the Foundation’s mission and service area including:

City and County

Governments

Nonprofit

Organizations

School

Districts

Hospital

Districts

Other local government entities and other special districts may also be eligible.

All applicants must serve individuals residing in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. Priority is given to programs benefiting older adults.

How Our Grantmaking Works

1

Identify
the Right Program

Review the Foundation’s grant programs to determine which opportunity best aligns with your organization’s work and the needs you are addressing.

2

Connect
With Our Team

Applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation to discuss their project, ask questions, and confirm alignment before applying.

3

Submit
an Application

Submit an application during the designated grant cycle, following the guidelines for the selected program.

Community Food Packing

Community

Grant Program

Supports a wide range of programs and projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life across the Texas Panhandle.

Includes initiatives benefiting

older adults as well as broader community needs.​

Healthy Senior

Grant Program

Focused funding for diverse programs which support the health, independence, and well-being of older adults.

Addresses the physical, mental, and

social needs of seniors with a focus on food security in older adults.​

Rapid Response

Grant Program

Provides funding to address food insecurity among older adults through emergent, time-sensitive, or modest projects.

Designed for short-term solutions when timing matters.

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Budget Templates

To assist with completing the various grant applications, the MEBF has created the following templates to be used and modified by applicants:

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2311 SW 16th Ave.    Amarillo, TX 79102

(806) 379-9400

PO Box 1727   Amarillo, TX 79105

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