Sid W. Richardson Grant: Human Services. K-12 Education, or Cultural Organizations

The Sid W. Richardson Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Texas focused on human services, K-12 education, and cultural initiatives. Established in 1947, the Foundation prioritizes tax-exempt organizations and limits applications to one per year per organization. Grants are primarily directed to the Fort Worth area, reflecting Mr. Richardson's commitment to his home state. The Foundation also showcases American West art through the Sid Richardson Museum, enhancing cultural engagement in the community.

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This page details information for Human Service, K-12 Education, and Cultural Programs. For Educational and Health Programs, see information here.For new Applicants, the Foundation requires a preliminary inquiry before the submittal of a formal application.
Grants from the Sid W. Richardson Foundation help to advance the missions
of nonprofit organizations that serve the people of Texas. Grants are made primarily to educational, health, human service, and cultural organizations.
Sid W. When substantial income from assets from the late Mr. Richardson’s estate became available in 1962, the Foundation began its current program of distributing major grants. Although his interests reached beyond Texas and his personal contacts were worldwide, he retained his utmost concern for the people of his home state. Throughout the years, the Board of Directors and staff have sought to fulfill his vision.
Because of his interest in the American West, Mr. Richardson became an avid collector of paintings by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell and other prominent American artists. Today, these magnificent paintings are on permanent exhibit in Fort Worth in the Sid Richardson Museum, which is supported by the Foundation.

Eligibility

Grant requests will be considered only from tax-exempt organizations described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and classified as other than a private foundation within the meaning of Section 509(a) of the Code, or from a qualified public entity described in Section 170 of the Code.
An organization is limited to one application per calendar year.
Grants for human services, K-12 education, and cultural organizations are limited to the Fort Worth area.

Ineligibility

The Foundation does not provide:

Grants to individuals. Support for school trips, testimonial dinners, fundraisers, or marketing events.