How much funding does Community Impact Grants provide?

Community Impact Grants provides $10,000 - $40,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Community Impact Grants?

The deadline is February 14, 2027.

Community Impact Grants

United Way of the Brazos Valley

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Funding Amount

$10,000 - $40,000

Deadline

February 14, 2027

312 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community Impact Grants

Overview: United Way of the Brazos Valley's Community Impact Grants invest in nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services aligned with three strategic priority areas: Education, Financial Stability, and Health.

Geographic Scope: Brazos Valley region of Texas (Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson and/or Washington counties)

Grant Amount: $10,000 - $40,000 annually for a 2-year grant cycle

Priority Areas:

Education

Financial Stability

Health

Eligibility Requirements

Organizations must meet ALL of the following criteria:

Tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code OR units of government

Provide IRS tax ID Determination letter

Submit all required documentation with application

Provide services in the Brazos Valley region (Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson and/or Washington counties)

Align with at least one of United Way's goals in Health, Education, and/or Financial Stability

Governed by a board that meets at least quarterly with board-approved bylaws and articles of incorporation

Have an annual independent audit completed by an independent CPA, OR if annual expenses are under $1,000,000, an annual financial review by an independent CPA

Maintain and comply with non-discrimination and anti-terrorism laws

Agree and comply with requirements stated in agency funding agreement with United Way of the Brazos Valley

Provide 3-Year Average Administrative percentage as requested on application

Ineligible Requests

Community Impact Grants are NOT for:

Individuals or scholarships

Endowment funds

Fundraising activities

Short-term events or seminars (2 weeks or less)

Political lobbying or legislative activities

Capital campaigns

Key Considerations

United Way encourages grant requests for projects or programs that:

Are likely to have substantial impact on individuals and families in the Brazos Valley

Partner with United Way to provide practical solutions to health, education, and financial stability challenges

Actively engage with others in the community to address community challenges

Successfully leverage other sources of support (volunteers, funding, community involvement)

Are sustainable over time

Contact Information

Email: grants@uwbv.org
Phone: 979-696-4483
Address: 1716 Briarcrest Drive, Suite 155, Bryan, TX 77802

How to Apply

Application Process

Current Status: Grant applications are closed. Applications will reopen in Fall 2027.

Recent Cycle (2025):
1. Applications opened January 14, 2025
2. Deadline: February 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
3. Online portal does not accept applications submitted after the deadline
4. Community volunteer panel reviews each request
5. Organizations invited for site visits
6. Grant allocation committee makes recommendations to Board of Directors
7. Grant recipients notified shortly thereafter

Required Steps for Future Applications

1. Training: All applicants are required to view the application training video in order for their application to be accepted
2. Complete Application: Submit all required documentation and meet all required criteria
3. Submit via Online Portal: Applications submitted through the online portal only
4. Deadlines Strictly Enforced: The portal will not accept applications submitted after the deadline

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