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How We Fund

Annually investing more than $100 million in Central Texas with a goal of advancing health equity and addressing the needs of the communities facing the greatest health needs.

Types of Funding

We are shifting our approach and culture, including our grantmaking practices, to ensure that our investments are impactful and partnerships are community-focused and equity-driven. St. David’s Foundation offers several ways to apply for grant funding depending on the goals, objectives, and initiative. Different criteria, eligibility, and deadlines apply based on the opportunity.

View Current Funding Opportunities

Open Calls

The Foundation announces open calls throughout the year designed to advance the strategic plan. Open calls allow the Foundation to surface new partners, relationships, and ideas, all of which we believe are necessary to achieve positive impact commensurate with our resources.

These funding opportunities have specific terms, eligibility criteria, deadlines, and requirements that are aligned with the goals of the opportunity.

All organizations that meet eligibility criteria and are leading work aligned with the open call – including existing grantees – are encouraged to apply.

Invitation-Only Funding  

The Foundation will engage in an invitation-only process for some funding opportunities and initiatives. Invitation-only-based funding allows for a streamlined process and reduced application burden on potential grantees.

Unsolicited applications will not be accepted for invitation-only funding opportunities.

Rolling Funding

Beginning in August 2025, we will be accepting year-round applications for small, one-time grants for time-sensitive and topic-specific needs that are impacting our Central Texas region and that align with our strategic work and intended impacts.

There is no deadline associated with these applications. Applications will be reviewed, and a determination will be made within 45 days of submission.

Rolling funding areas of investment will be determined by the Foundation and may change periodically to meet the evolving needs of our community.

Sponsorships

We provide limited sponsorships to support events and communications-related projects that directly align with our strategic plan. For information and guidelines, please visit our Sponsorships page.

Looking Ahead

We will continue to develop the infrastructure to support our strategic plan as we advance our 2030 Vision for Impact. This will include continued community listening and opportunities to shape future funding and programmatic priorities.

Click here to learn more about active and upcoming funding opportunities.

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