How much funding does Reliant Energy Scholarship Program provide?

Reliant Energy Scholarship Program provides $10,000 per recipient in funding.

When is the deadline for Reliant Energy Scholarship Program?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Who is eligible for Reliant Energy Scholarship Program?

Eligible applicants: Houston-area high school student-athletes.

How often is Reliant Energy Scholarship Program offered?

Reliant Energy Scholarship Program runs on an annual cycle.

Reliant Energy Scholarship Program

Houston Texans Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Education Grants for Youth Programs Grants for K-12 Schools

Funding Amount

$10,000 per recipient

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Houston-area high school student-athletes

Other requirements

Demonstrated leadership on the field
Strong academic performance
Community involvement and service

Overview

Presented by: Reliant (in partnership with Houston Texans)

Each year, Reliant teams up with the Texans to award scholarships to Houston-area high school student-athletes who have exhibited remarkable leadership on the field, in the classroom, and throughout the community.

Award Details:

Award Amount: $10,000 per scholarship
Number of Awards: Approximately 6 scholarships per year (2025: 6 scholarships awarded, totaling $60,000)
Geographic Scope: Houston area
Focus Areas: Academic achievement, athletic performance, community service, leadership
Recipient Type: High school student-athletes

Eligibility:

Houston-area high school student-athletes
Demonstrated leadership on the field
Strong academic performance
Community involvement and service

Program History:

To date: 114 scholarships awarded
Total awarded: More than $600,000

Application Process: Nomination-based

How to Apply

Application Process

Method: Nomination-based
How to Nominate: Click "Nominate" button on school programs page
Eligibility: High school student-athletes in Houston area
Selection Criteria:

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What Houston Texans Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 41
Total given: $1.56M
Median grant: $20K
Range: $5,871–$250K

By dollars: Texas 77%, District of Columbia 16%, New York 3%. Top recipient cities: Houston, TX; Dallas, TX; Washington, DC.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
53% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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