Responsive Grants (Livable and Resilient Communities; Successful Aging)

Responsive Grants (Livable and Resilient Communities; Successful Aging) is sponsored by San Antonio Area Foundation. Provides two-year, general operating support to nonprofits, empowering organizations to focus on their mission and deliver programs that change lives. The Livable and Resilient Communities impact area can include affordable housing, transportation, and wellness resources.

San Antonio Area Foundation Responsive Grants Cycle 2: Livable and Resilient Communities and Successful Aging - Texas Rural Funders San Antonio Area Foundation Responsive Grants Cycle 2: Livable and Resilient Communities and Successful Aging San Antonio Area Foundation Workforce & Economic Development Organizations eligible for funding must 1) operate in one of these counties: Bexar, Atascosa, Bandera, Comal, Guadalupe, Kendall, Medina, or Wilson; 2) be exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or be a school, church, or governmental body for at least one year prior to the application deadline; 3) have prior approval from the foundation if applying under a fiscal sponsor; and 4) align with the fund’s purpose and the outcomes we aim to achieve together.

Responsive Grants provide unrestricted funding that can be used for any organizational expense, unless explicitly listed under the foundation's 2026 grant guidance under "What We Do Not Fund". Each Responsive Grant is a two-year commitment, contingent on the availability of funds and fulfillment of grant requirements, including annual reporting. Award amounts are based on the organization’s total annual budget.

See the foundation's comprehensive 2026 Grant Guidance document with details on eligibility, timelines, and funding priorities: https://saafdn.

org/nonprofits/grants/ Cycle 2 will focus on the following impact areas: I) Livable and Resilient Communities: This impact area prioritizes programs and services for individuals ages 25–59 that enhance neighborhood livability, improve access to essential resources, and create sustainable opportunities for all.

Examples include: 1) Safe and Secure Living Supports: Initiatives that help individuals and families maintain safe and stable living conditions through financial counseling, workforce development, or access to supportive services; 2) Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Programs that encourage business development and innovation in liberal arts, science, and technology; 3) Health and Wellness: Programs that provide mental health services expand access to healthcare including prevention and treatment of blindness, sensory impairments, cancer, and other illnesses; 4) Family and Safety: Efforts focused on child abuse prevention and mitigation; 5) Community Resources: Support for entities such as libraries as hubs for learning and connection; and 6) Public Spaces and Media: Projects that strengthen public parks, public radio, and public television as vital community assets.

II) Successful Aging: This impact area prioritizes programs and services for individuals age 60 and older.

Funding priorities are guided by the SALSA initiative and include: 1) Expand access to affordable, accessible housing and home modifications that enable older adults to age in place safely and comfortably; 2) Strengthen transportation options that connect older adults to healthcare, social activities, and community life; 3) Build meaningful social connections through intergenerational programming, friendship-building initiatives, and community engagement opportunities that combat isolation; 4) Provide caregiver support and resources that honor and sustain the vital work of family caregivers and care partners; and 5) Create community systems that value the contributions and wisdom of older adults while supporting their continued participation and growth.

Livable and Resilient Communities: Jesus Garcia-Gonzalez, jggonzalez@saafdn. org Successful Aging: Gavin Nichols, gnichols@saafdn. org https://saafdn.

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