Texas Rural Communities, Inc. (TRC)

Grant for Rural Community Development Nonprofits

$10k

Amount

Cash

Nov 6, 2026

Deadline

2 months left

Texas

Geography

Regional

Grant

Type

Non Profit

Community Development & Housing
Economic Empowerment
Environment & Sustainability
Rural Development

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About this grant

Supports community programs in rural Texas that advance community development, including environmental, economic, and educational initiatives. Applicant organizations must be established nonprofits serving areas outside the extra-territorial jurisdiction of large cities. Funds may not be used for building construction or personnel costs.

What you get

Individual grants up to $10,000 (average award ~$3,000)
Total grant pool up to $88,000 distributed across multiple awards

How to apply

Cover letter on organization letterhead signed by CEO or board president
Program summary of no more than one page (including amount requested)
Grant application of no more than 5 pages, single-spaced, 12-point font
List of Board of Directors including contact information and occupation
IRS Determination Letter
Current fiscal year budget, balance sheet, and 1-page profit/loss statement
Two letters of recommendation
Applications must be mailed (no fax or email); postmarked by November 6, 2026

Eligibility

Must be a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Community Based Organization, or have a non-governmental 501(c)(3) sponsor organization
Must be located in a rural area (not within the ETJ of any city with a population of 100,000 or more)
Must not be affiliated with governmental or quasi-governmental organizations
Organization must have been in existence for at least one year
Must have an established Board of Directors, current budget, balance sheet, and income/expense statement
Grant funds may not be used for building construction or personnel costs

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