Texas Reliable Flexible Funding for Mental Health and Well-Being

The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health will provide funding for nonprofit organizations in Texas, particularly those led by and serving members of historically excluded groups. The goal is to assist these organizations in addressing disparities in mental health outcomes and philanthropic funding within marginalized communities.

Project outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

• Increased financial stability and operations
• Human resource improvements and capacity-building
• Enhanced programming or increased service capacity
• Increased community engagement and outreach
• Increased community mobilization, education, or awareness
• Time for strategic planning, growth, and innovation

Disparity populations include:

• Racial and ethnic minorities
• LGBTQIA+
• Underserved rural communities
• Underserved urban communities
• Individuals experiencing homelessness
• Individuals experiencing incarceration
• Individuals experiencing substance use
• Immigrant and refugee populations

Applicant programs must be Texas-based, address mental health and well-being, and have an annual budget of $15,000-$250,000.

Eligible applicants include:

• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Community-based organizations
• Collaboratives including mental health organizations
• Faith-based/religious entities
• Public libraries
• Educational institutions, including school districts, colleges, and universities
• Units or programs within nonprofits, governmental entities, or higher education institutions

Award ceiling: $250,000
Award floor: $25,000
Project period: 5 years
Estimated total program funding: $1,000,000 per year

Links to additional guidance, application instructions, and the online application portal are available on the program website.