James B and Lois R Archer Charitable Foundation Large Grant

The James B and Lois R Archer Charitable Foundation offers Large Grants for requests exceeding $10,000. Focused on fostering positive change, the foundation supports initiatives in Arts and Culture, Civic Engagement, Education, Health, and Human Services. Eligibility includes 501(c)(3) organizations, while restrictions apply to consecutive grant cycles and non-qualifying purposes such as endowments and fundraising events. Organizations are encouraged to apply for various projects to enhance community well-being.

For Requests Above $10,000
Organizations requesting a grant greater than $10,000 or more must use the application set forth below. All grant applications must satisfy the Foundation’s eligibility requirements and restrictions irrespective of grant size.
Our Program Areas
Our Foundation focuses on several key program areas that aim to create lasting, positive change in the communities we serve. These areas include Arts and Culture, Civic and Public Affairs, Education, Health, and Human Services.
We prioritize initiatives that promote social justice, equity, and inclusion, with a particular focus on addressing systemic challenges and supporting underserved populations. Through our funding, we support organizations that are working to inspire creativity, foster community engagement, improve public policy, enhance educational opportunities, promote better health outcomes, and provide vital human services. We are dedicated to empowering organizations that align with our mission to drive social impact and contribute to a more just, equitable, and vibrant society.
Civic and Public Affairs
Our Foundation is dedicated to supporting organizations and initiatives that promote civic engagement and strengthen public affairs.

Eligibility

Organizations that receive grants from the Foundation in two consecutive years must skip an entire year before reapplying. organizations may not submit grant applications in any two consecutive grant cycles.The Foundation provides grants throughout the United States, but tries to allocate at least one-third of its grant resources to organizations helping those in the West Texas area.  Applications for specific programs or projects, capital projects, and general operations are considered. Endowment grants are rare.Our Foundation’s charter restricts grants to only 501(c)(3) entities. Because of our charter restrictions we are unable to provide grants to any organization that does not have 501(c)(3) status.

Ineligibility

In general, grants are not made for purposes of:Church or seminary construction.Annual fundraising drives, galas and other similar types of fundraising events.Support of single artistic events or performancesSupport or establish an endowment.The Foundation does not lend or grant money to individuals.