Chi Omega Christmas Market Grant (Beneficiary Grant)

Chi Omega Christmas Market (Chi Omega Education and Charity Fund of Dallas), a 501(c)(3), runs an annual grant program funding Dallas-area nonprofits in the areas of Arts, Civic, Education, Health, or Welfare. Since inception (46+ years) it has donated over $10.4 million to more than 146 Dallas-area beneficiaries; the 2024 market funded 13 beneficiaries plus collegiate scholarships. To be considered, organizations must have a minimum request of $50,000, be a 501(c)(3) for at least three years, and be headquartered and provide services within Dallas County.

Process is by Letter of Inquiry (LOI) then invitation. Organizations that meet the interest areas and applicant requirements submit an LOI ('LOI 2026 COCM'); LOIs are evaluated by Chi Omega Christmas Market (COCM) membership for eligibility, feasibility, sustainability, and the organization's ability to plan, implement, evaluate, and sustain the project. Full grant applications are BY INVITATION ONLY after LOI review; grants are awarded by a vote of the COCM membership. Applicant requirements: minimum request of $50,000; 501(c)(3) for a minimum of three years; headquartered and providing services within Dallas County; consideration given for endowment. Organizations that received COCM funds in 2023, 2024, or 2025 are ineligible (may reapply 3 years after receiving funds). Does NOT fund: organizations/services outside Dallas County, chapters of national organizations funded by their national office, for-profits, major building/capital campaigns (program-specific capital may be considered), conferences/benefits, individuals, projects promoting religious or political doctrine, research, or operating deficits/debt.