Free Legal Services Grants Database for Texas Nonprofits
A data-backed guide to funding for Texas legal services nonprofits, including legal aid, civil rights, and advocacy organizations. Sourced from IRS 990-PF filings.
661
TX legal services nonprofits
5,825
Historical grants on file
$474M
Given since 2016
$81,533
Average grant size
Top Funders for Texas Legal Services Nonprofits
Foundations that have given the most dollars to Texas legal services nonprofits since 2016. A well-fit TX legal services nonprofit has elevated odds with these funders.
| Funder | # grants | Total to sector |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Casa Inc (Austin, TX) | 216 | $102M |
| Childrens Advocacy Centers Of Texas Inc (Austin, TX) | 42 | $54M |
| Houston Endowment Inc (Dallas, TX) | 62 | $28M |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund (Boston, MA) | 224 | $24M |
| The Epoch Times Association Inc | 2 | $15M |
Notable Texas Legal Services Recipients
Top Texas legal services nonprofits by cumulative dollars received since 2016. Many are large institutional recipients; use this to gauge scale, not as a benchmark for a small nonprofit's realistic ask.
| Recipient | # grants | Total received |
|---|---|---|
| Refugee & Immigrant Center For Education & Legal Services | 413 | $39M |
| Houston In Action Network | 44 | $32M |
| Alliance For Children Inc | 169 | $30M |
| First Liberty Institute | 460 | $29M |
| Dallas Casa | 294 | $27M |
Where Texas Legal Services Nonprofits Concentrate
The five Texas cities with the most legal services 501(c)(3) nonprofits registered.
| City | # legal services nonprofits |
|---|---|
| Houston | 94 |
| Austin | 91 |
| Dallas | 61 |
| San Antonio | 36 |
| Fort Worth | 19 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for legal services nonprofits in Texas?
Texas legal services nonprofits can apply for federal grants through Grants.gov, Texas state grants, and foundation grants. Since 2016, Texas legal services nonprofits have received 5,825 grants totaling $474 million from private foundations alone, per IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Which foundations give the most to Texas legal services nonprofits?
The top funders by total dollars given to TX legal services: Texas Casa Inc, Childrens Advocacy Centers Of Texas Inc, Houston Endowment Inc, Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund, The Epoch Times Association Inc. See their full profiles via the table above.
What is the average legal services grant size in Texas?
The average grant awarded to a Texas legal services nonprofit is $81,533, based on 5,825 historical grants. Awards range from small program grants under $5,000 to multi-million-dollar institutional grants.
Do I need to be a 501(c)(3)?
Yes. GrantDrop uses your IRS EIN to pull your organization data. You need an active 501(c)(3) status to use the platform. Fiscal-sponsorship arrangements work if the sponsor is a 501(c)(3).