How much funding does Pattern Panhandle Wind Grant Program provide?

Pattern Panhandle Wind Grant Program provides US $2,500 - US $25,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Pattern Panhandle Wind Grant Program?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Pattern Panhandle Wind Grant Program?

Geography: Serving Carson County; Based in Carson County; Serving Carson County residents. Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

Pattern Panhandle Wind Grant Program

Amarillo Area Foundation Inc

Foundation Grants for Nonprofits Grants for K-12 Schools Community Development Grants Disaster Preparedness & Relief Grants

Funding Amount

US $2,500 - US $25,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Geography

Serving Carson County
Based in Carson County
Serving Carson County residents

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

The Amarillo Area Foundation (including each of its programs and related organizations) does not discriminate – nor limit participation in any of its programs – on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental…
All organizations or entities receiving assistance of any kind from Amarillo Area Foundation must also agree to follow these rules regarding any program supported by AAF.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Individuals and non-charitable organizations are not eligible.
Not eligible: Proposals will not be accepted from organizations that have not fulfilled the reporting requirements of any previous grants.
Not eligible: AAF will not accept any proposals for projects that serve communities or residents located outside the northernmost 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle.
Not eligible: The board also does not grant funds to the following projects:Religious activities or programs that serve specific religious groups or denominations
Not eligible: Parochial or private schools primarily funded through student tuition
Not eligible: Direct political lobbying or legislative activities (except if lobbying aligns with the core purpose of the foundation)
Not eligible: Debt retirement or deficit funding
Not eligible: Already completed projects
Not eligible: Fundraising activities and events

Overview

The Pattern Panhandle Wind Competitive Grant Program, administered by the Amarillo Area Foundation, supports nonprofit and charitable institutions serving Carson County. This initiative aims to enhance community quality of life through grants focused on civic engagement, disaster recovery, economic development, health initiatives, and educational support for students. Proposals are welcomed from organizations holding 501(c)(3) status, with priority given to those based in Carson County. This program fosters collaboration and growth, ensuring lasting benefits for local residents.

Amarillo Area Foundation
The Amarillo Area Foundation is a community foundation that serves the northernmost 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. Since its inception in 1957, the Foundation has provided grants and a variety of other services to strengthen nonprofit organizations and the services they deliver.
Pattern Panhandle Wind Request for Applications
The Pattern Panhandle Wind Civic Fund will be used to support and develop new and existing programs that improve quality of life for Carson County residents and communities. The grants from the Civic Fund are expected to support, but are not limited to, the following focus areas:

Civic Engagement
Disaster Recovery and Emergency Preparedness
Economic and Workforce Development
Health and Wellness Initiatives
Programs that serve Senior Citizens

The Pattern Panhandle Wind Education Fund will be used to support kindergarten through twelfth grade educational opportunities for Carson County public school students by granting funds directly to public schools or to organizations supporting public schools in Carson County.

Eligibility

Eligibility: nonprofit and charitable institutions serving Carson County residentsApplicant must hold a current tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. This includes: traditional agencies that have current 501(c)(3) status; a recognized government entity requesting funds for public charitable purposes; K-12 public schools; community colleges or universities; or churches/faith-based organizations for projects benefitting the community at large.The Amarillo Area Foundation (including each of its programs and related organizations) does not discriminate – nor limit participation in any of its programs – on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, political affiliation, military service, physical or mental ability, or any other improper criteria. All organizations or entities receiving assistance of any kind from Amarillo Area Foundation must also agree to follow these rules regarding any program supported by AAF.

Ineligibility

Individuals and non-charitable organizations are not eligible.Proposals will not be accepted from organizations that have not fulfilled the reporting requirements of any previous grants.
AAF will not accept any proposals for projects that serve communities or residents located outside the northernmost 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. The board also does not grant funds to the following projects:Religious activities or programs that serve specific religious groups or denominations
Parochial or private schools primarily funded through student tuition
Direct political lobbying or legislative activities (except if lobbying aligns with the core purpose of the foundation)

What Amarillo Area Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 262
Total given: $23.31M
Median grant: $31K
Range: $5,107–$2.4M

By dollars: Texas >99%, Kansas <1%, Maryland <1%. Top recipient cities: Amarillo, TX; Canyon, TX; Perryton, TX.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
25% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.