Funding Amount

Up to US $1,300

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Overview

The Houston Affiliate Grantmaking Program, supported by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, aims to enhance the quality of life for Houston residents through impactful grantmaking. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations and other IRS-approved entities serving the city. Organizations can apply for funding up to $1,300 to support their initiatives and community projects. This program emphasizes collaboration and leadership to foster community growth and development.

Community Foundation of the Ozarks
The Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO) provides philanthropic leadership to build stronger communities. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in our region through resource development, community grantmaking, collaboration and public leadership.
We help donors achieve their philanthropic goals through professional management and investment of charitable funds. We work with nonprofit organizations to help them fulfill their missions through fund administration, grantmaking and learning opportunities. We award scholarships to deserving students to help them achieve their educational goals.
The Houston Community Foundation works to improve the quality of life for individuals in Houston through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership.
Applicants who are located within the city of Houston are encouraged to apply.
Applicants may apply for up to $1,300 in funding for this grant cycle.

Eligibility

501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving Houston are eligible to apply.

What Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
477
Total given
$21.36M
Median grant
$20K
Range
$5,065–$1M
  • By dollars: Missouri 87%, North Carolina 4%, Arkansas 1%. Top recipient cities: Springfield, MO; Joplin, MO; Carthage, MO.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 30% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Show-Me Christian Youth Home · La Monte, MO

    Specific program

    $1M

  • Missouri State University Foundation · Springfield, MO

    Specific program

    $771K

  • Convoy of Hope · Springfield, MO

    Specific program

    $728K

  • Cross Trail Outfitters Inc · Plymouth, NC

    Specific program

    $712K

  • Marion C Early R-V School District · Morrisville, MO

    Specific program

    $580K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Small grants

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