Applicants are invited to apply for the 2025-2026 North Texas Area United Way Grant. This grant is administered by the North Texas Area United Way and is aimed at supporting various programs that address critical community needs. The grant focuses on three main impact areas: education, income stability, and health. Each of these areas encompasses a range of programs designed to promote learning, financial literacy, and access to healthcare, respectively. The application deadline for this grant is October 1, 2024, and it is important for potential applicants to be aware that the size of the grant has not been specified.

The purpose of the grant is to fund programs that contribute to the overall well-being of individuals and families in the North Texas area. In the education category, programs that support learning for both children and adults are prioritized. The income stability category focuses on initiatives that help individuals achieve financial security, including job training and housing assistance. Lastly, the health category emphasizes access to affordable healthcare and mental health services, promoting healthy living through various supportive programs.

Funding from this grant can be used for a variety of purposes within the specified impact areas. Eligible programs may include those that provide educational support, financial assistance for housing, job training, and healthcare services. The grant aims to support organizations that are actively working to improve the lives of individuals and families in the community, thereby fostering a more stable and healthy population.

To be eligible for this grant, applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations located within the North Texas Area United Way service area. It is essential for applicants to provide proof of their eligibility with their application. Incomplete applications will be returned without review, and late submissions will not be accepted. This eligibility criterion ensures that the funding is directed towards organizations that are legally recognized and capable of effectively implementing the proposed programs.

The application process requires applicants to submit specific documentation and answer a series of questions related to their proposed programs. While the exact application questions are not detailed in the provided information, applicants should prepare to articulate how their programs align with the grant's impact areas and demonstrate their capacity to deliver measurable outcomes.

Evaluation criteria for the grant will likely include the relevance of the proposed program to the impact areas, the organization's capacity to execute the program, and the potential for positive community impact. The North Texas Area United Way will assess applications based on these factors to determine which organizations will receive funding.

Important dates to note include the application deadline of October 1, 2024. As the grant is forecasted and in the early engagement stage, potential applicants are encouraged to prepare their applications in advance and ensure all required documentation is complete. For further inquiries, applicants can contact the North Texas Area United Way at funding@ntauw.org or by phone at 940-322-8638.