Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Grant

Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Dirk Nowitzki Foundation
Last Updated: September 24, 2025

Summary

The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations dedicated to improving children's wellbeing, health, and education. Established by NBA star Dirk Nowitzki, the foundation aims to uplift children affected by illness, poverty, and neglect. Grants are awarded annually to projects that align with these goals, ensuring impactful experiences for children. Organizations are encouraged to apply, but the foundation does not fund the same organization twice in a calendar year or cover salaries, travel costs, or religious programs.

Overview

Background In December 2007, the NBA honored him with the NBA Community Assist Award in recognition of his outstanding efforts in the community and for his ongoing philanthropic work. Whether it is meeting children throughout the season for the Make-A-Wish Foundation or purchasing and delivering thousands of dollars worth of Christmas toys for children in a local hospital, Dirk loves to give back to children. He says, “Helping kids is one of the best things I get to do as a professional athlete, and it is a privilege to be a part of those events.” Through the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation he awards grants annually to organizations focusing on children’s wellbeing, health and education, which runs true to the mission of his own foundation. With this he offers all of us an opportunity to help give positive experiences to children around the world. Goals The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation is dedicated to putting children first and assisting them through programs focusing on their wellbeing, health and education. The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation awards grants annually and funds projects to nonprofit organizations which run true to the overall mission of the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation. The Foundation lifts up children who are affected by illness, poverty, abuse and neglect through proper channels of guidance and directs them on a path to success.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations are eligible to apply.

Ineligibility

The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation does not fund the same organization twice in the same calendar year and does not give multi-year grant. Nor does it allocate grant funds for salaries or travel costs or to:State, provincial or federal agenciesReligious programs or programs based within a religious institutionSchools, colleges or university programs or administrationsIndividuals (including scholarships), whether or not requested by a qualified organizationPolitical campaigns