Women’s Philanthropy Fund (WPF)
Funding TypeGrant
Grantor Agency
Amarillo Area Foundation
Grant RangeUp to $10,000
# of Awards Available
Programmatic AreaCapacity Building
Programmatic AreaCommunity Development
Programmatic AreaEducation
Programmatic AreaHealth
Programmatic AreaHousing
Programmatic AreaTransportation
Programmatic AreaWorkforce & Economic Development
Programmatic AreaYouth & Children
Deadline June 27, 2025
Match Required?
Eligible EntitiesApplicant must hold a current tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. This includes: traditional agencies that have current 501(c)(3) status; a recognized government entity requesting funds for public charitable purposes; K-12 public schools; community colleges or universities; or churches/faith-based organizations for projects benefitting the community at large. Applicant must use grant funds within and for the benefit of the residents and communities of the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle: Armstrong, Briscoe, Carson, Castro, Childress, Collingsworth, Dallam, Deaf Smith, Donley, Gray, Hall, Hansford, Hartley, Hemphill, Hutchinson, Lipscomb, Moore, Ochiltree, Oldham, Parmer, Potter, Randall, Roberts, Sherman, Swisher, and Wheeler.
Focus AreaWPF is focused on the needs of women and children that serve an urgent or critical need and/or demonstrate unique solutions to time-worn problems and/or engage in bold new ventures. Eligible programs will address one or more of the focus areas described below, in a manner that creates impact, shows innovation, and involves others in a collaborative manner. Organizations or programs should address at least one of the following: 1) Self-sufficiency: programs that provide women with the skills and resources to be economically independent and self-sufficient. Examples of such programs may include but are not limited to: Access to emergency shelter or affordable housing; Access to affordable, quality day care and after school programs for children; Prevention of or assistance in overcoming homelessness or poverty; Transportation assistance; and/or Education and training programs targeted toward job skills, budgeting and money management, parenting skills, etc. 2) Health and Safety: programs that support the health and well-being of women and children and allow them to live in homes and communities without fear of violence. Examples of such programs may include but are not limited to: Healthcare-related education and awareness programs; Access to preventive medical screenings; Low or no-cost medical services for uninsured or medically needy women and children; and/or Programs that instill leadership and build esteem in women/children.
ContactSubmit contact request at: https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact-grants/
Link to Opportunityhttps://amarilloareafoundation.org/womens-philanthropy-fund-apply/
Application Platformhttps://aaf.spectrumportal.net/accounts/signin
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