James B and Lois R Archer Charitable Foundation Smaller Grant

James B and Lois R Archer Charitable Foundation Smaller Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: James B And Lois R Archer Charitable Foundation
Amount: Up to US $10,000
Last Updated: March 13, 2026

Summary

The James B and Lois R Archer Charitable Foundation offers Smaller Grants of $10,000 or less to support initiatives in Arts and Culture, Civic Engagement, Education, Health, and Human Services. Organizations must have 501(c)(3) status and comply with eligibility criteria, including a one-year waiting period for reapplications. The foundation aims to have a significant impact on communities, especially in West Texas, while avoiding funding for specific exclusions such as endowments and fundraising events.

Overview

Smaller Grants For Requests of $10,000 or Less Organizations requesting a grant of $10,000 or less 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. Arts and Culture Our Foundation is dedicated to supporting the arts and culture as essential elements that enrich and define our communities. Civic and Public Affairs Our Foundation is dedicated to supporting organizations and initiatives that promote civic engagement and strengthen public affairs. Education Our Foundation is committed to supporting educational initiatives that provide equitable access to learning and foster the development of critical skills for individuals of all ages. Health Our Foundation is committed to supporting initiatives that improve health and well-being, with a focus on promoting access to quality care and addressing health disparities. Human Services Our Foundation is dedicated to supporting human services initiatives that address the immediate and long-term needs of individuals and families, particularly those facing challenges such as poverty, homelessness, and hardship.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. 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.