Free Veterans Grants Database for Texas Nonprofits
A data-backed guide to funding for Texas veterans nonprofits, including veteran services, military family support, and veteran health. Sourced from IRS 990-PF filings.
1,928
TX veterans nonprofits
3,813
Historical grants on file
$184M
Given since 2016
$48,364
Average grant size
Top Funders for Texas Veterans Nonprofits
Foundations that have given the most dollars to Texas veterans nonprofits since 2016. A well-fit TX veterans nonprofit has elevated odds with these funders.
| Funder | # grants | Total to sector |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund (Boston, MA) | 143 | $11M |
| Donors Trust Inc (Alexandria, VA) | 17 | $6M |
| Otr Resources (Dallas, TX) | 1 | $5M |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation (Alpharetta, GA) | 59 | $5M |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving (San Francisco, CA) | 95 | $5M |
Notable Texas Veterans Recipients
Top Texas veterans 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Public Policy Foundation | 342 | $46M |
| Texas 2036 | 135 | $18M |
| Center For Public Policy Priorities | 146 | $10M |
| Young Americans For Liberty Foundation | 103 | $9M |
| Swaniti Initiative | 21 | $9M |
Where Texas Veterans Nonprofits Concentrate
The five Texas cities with the most veterans 501(c)(3) nonprofits registered.
| City | # veterans nonprofits |
|---|---|
| Houston | 167 |
| Austin | 130 |
| San Antonio | 108 |
| Dallas | 90 |
| Fort Worth | 54 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for veterans nonprofits in Texas?
Texas veterans nonprofits can apply for federal grants through Grants.gov, Texas state grants, and foundation grants. Since 2016, Texas veterans nonprofits have received 3,813 grants totaling $184 million from private foundations alone, per IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Which foundations give the most to Texas veterans nonprofits?
The top funders by total dollars given to TX veterans: Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund, Donors Trust Inc, Otr Resources, National Christian Charitable Foundation, Donor Advised Charitable Giving. See their full profiles via the table above.
What is the average veterans grant size in Texas?
The average grant awarded to a Texas veterans nonprofit is $48,364, based on 3,813 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).