Who We Are
Texas Pioneer Foundation is a private, independent 501(c)(3) foundation established in 2004.
We support innovative educational programs in Texas that build capacity and improve their results. We seek funding opportunities in underserved and disadvantaged areas to provide financial support that will elevate the educational opportunities and outcomes for Texas students.
What We Do
Texas Pioneer Foundation endeavors to invest in outstanding educational projects that will have a significant, positive impact in the lives of the people who are served.
Our grant funding areas include:
- Postsecondary Education
- Leadership & Character Development
- Early Childhood, Literacy & Life Skills
- K-12 School Foundations
- Scholarships & Endowments
- History & Civics
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
- Mental Health in Education
Our Programs
Texas Education Foundation Network (TEFN)
TEFN is a program of Texas Pioneer Foundation and was created to support local education foundations in Texas by providing networking opportunities, sharing of best practices and providing training & resources needed for foundations to be successful. For more information, visit https://www.tefn.org/.
Nonprofit Education Series
This program provides regional training and networking opportunities for local area nonprofits to help build capacity and share best practices.
Grant Guidelines
- Tax-exempt under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and as public charities under 509(a)(1) or (2) of the Code
- Colleges and universities
- Public schools
Application Process:
Texas Pioneer Foundation currently does not accept unsolicited grant requests. All grants are considered by invitation only.