Current Funding Opportunities
Episcopal Health Foundation (EHF) is pleased to share the first Grant Guidance under our finalized Strategic Framework 2025–2030. This framework guides work to change systems and remove barriers to improve health, not just health care for all Texans.
Please review both the Strategic Framework and the Grant Guidance before applying.
We invite existing and new partners, community-based groups, service providers, and other organizations to explore these funding opportunities.
The first open call for 2026 Grant Opportunities will prioritize three of EHF’s Impact Drivers:
- Strengthening Comprehensive Care
- Activating Community Voices
- Maximizing Connections to Health Coverage and Benefits
Organizations can begin submitting a Letter of Inquiry on January 5, 2026.
Learn More
Join us for an Informational Webinar on November 13 from 1pm–2:30pm.
You’ll learn more about EHF’s finalized Strategic Framework and the upcoming Grant Guidance. We’ll walk through the framework, explain the Impact Drivers, and share complete details about the open call grant application process.
November 13, 2025
1:00-2:30 p.m. CST Informational Webinar
January 5, 2026
LOI Open
January 16, 2026
LOI Due
March 6, 2026
Application Due
May 28. 2026
Notification of Award
EHF makes grants to nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations whose work relates directly to EHF’s Strategic Framework. To be eligible, an organization must have received an Internal Revenue Service Determination Letter indicating that it is an organization described in Section 501(c)(3) or 170(c) and is not a private foundation within the meaning of Section 509(a) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Service Code.
All grants funded by EHF must be implemented within the 81-county service area of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas.
EHF Funding Eligibility
How do I apply for funding from EHF?
In response to the emerging needs of our grantee partners and the shifting funding landscape, remaining grants in 2025 will be by invitation only.
However, we have now released detailed Grant Guidance and submission dates for funding opportunities in 2026. Learn more at episcopalhealth.org/grantmaking.
Do you restrict your giving to a geographic area?
Yes. We only make grants to organizations that serve communities within the boundaries of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas:
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What EHF does not fund:
- Grants to individuals
- Grants to underwrite conferences, luncheons, galas or fundraisers, or special events such as health fairs
- Grants for capital projects except by invitation from EHF
- Grants for scholarships
- Grants for religious purposes or congregational ministries
- Grants to public agencies for routine service provision
- Grants to retire operating deficits or debt except by invitation
- Grants for acute care, inpatient care or long-term care institutions
- Grants for emergency assistance organizations for routine service provision except by invitation from EHF
- Grants for biomedical research
- Grants to schools for academic purposes
- Grants for disease- or condition-specific organizations outside of our strategic priorities for program, research or advocacy work
- Direct or indirect support for candidates, political parties, 501(c)(4) organizations or Political Action Committees
Does my organization have to be affiliated with the Episcopal Church in order to apply?
No. While the Episcopal Health Foundation exists as a supporting organization of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas, we do not require an applicant’s affiliation with the Episcopal Church or any other faith community in order to be considered for funding.
Can a church apply to EHF for funding?
Congregations are not eligible for EHF grants. EHF provides financial support to congregations for training and education in capacity building, only. If you are interested in applying for support, contact our Congregational Engagement team.
What legal status must my organization have in order to apply?
EHF makes grants to nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations. To be eligible, an organization must have received an Internal Revenue Service Determination Letter indicating that it is an organization described in Section 501(c)(3) or 170(c) and is not a private foundation within the meaning of Section 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Does EHF make grants to support research?
Generally, we do not make grants for research. We do conduct research of our own. We may also commission research from others that supports our work. A request for proposal process is generally used in those circumstances.
Contacting the Grants Team
Whom do I contact if I have questions about the grant application process or need technical support?
Email us at applicationassistance@episcopalhealth.org
Whom do I contact if I have programmatic questions about my current grant?
- Your Program Officer is the best contact for questions about your grant goals, activities, or outcomes. Their contact information is included in your grant application invitation email. Their name is also on your grant application in Fluxx.
- If you need help reaching your Program Officer or one has not yet been assigned to you, please reach out to applicationassistance@episcopalhealth.org.
When is the right time to reach out to a Program Officer regarding my interest in applying for a grant?
EHF values relationships with our partners and transparency in our process, so grantee partners and potential applicants are welcome to talk with a Program Officer at any time during the year.
Reach out directly to the Program Officer listed in your Fluxx account, or email applicationassistance@episcopalhealth.org to be connected.
What do I do if I want to change the email or password on my existing application account?
- To change your password, go to the grant portal login page and click the “Forgot Password”.
- To update the email address linked to your account, contact the Grants Management Team at applicationassistance@episcopalhealth.org.
Application Process & Fluxx
Do I have to select an Impact Driver during the application process?
Selecting a specific Impact Driver(s) is not required during the application process as EHF will determine the most appropriate alignment during review.
What do I do if I forget the password to my current grant portal account?
- On the grant portal login page, select the option to reset your password.
- Enter the email address associated with your existing account.
- The system will verify your email and send instructions to create a new password.
What do I do if I want to change the email or password on my existing application account?
- To change your password, go to the grant portal login page and click the “Forgot Password”.
- To update the email address linked to your account, contact the Grants Management Team at applicationassistance@episcopalhealth.org.
Is there a User’s Guide available for EHF’s current Online Application Process?
Yes, click here to view the grant portal login instructions for new applicants and for returning grantees.
Can multiple users share the same Fluxx account?
Because the grants portal uses multi-factor authentication, we strongly recommend users do not share accounts. If multiple users need access, each individual should request their own log in.
Why was my LOI or application declined?
EHF’s Board of Directors makes the final decision on whether to approve or decline each grant. Because funding requests far exceed our available budget, we cannot support every worthy project. A decision not to fund a proposal does not reflect on the merits of the proposal or the applicant organization.
Coming Soon!
On November 6, Episcopal Health Foundation will announce an open call for 2026 grant opportunities that prioritizes:
Strengthening Comprehensive Care
Activating Community Voices
Maximizing Connections to Health Coverage and Benefits
The announcement will include a detailed Grant Guidance outlining the full application process and eligibility details.
What You Need to Know
This upcoming announcement builds on Igniting Change, Episcopal Health Foundation’s finalized Strategic Framework, which serves as our roadmap for improving health, not just health care, across Texas.
- Strengthening Comprehensive Care
- Accelerating Innovative Health Financing
- Activating Community Voices
- Supporting Community Health Workers
- Maximizing Connections to Health Coverage and Benefits
- Promoting Multi-Sector Collaboration
What's Next
Join us for an Informational Webinar on November 13 from 1pm–2:30pm.
You’ll learn more about EHF’s finalized Strategic Framework and the upcoming Grant Guidance. We’ll walk through the framework, explain the Impact Drivers, and share complete details about the open call grant application process.
What You Need to Know
When Episcopal Health Foundation announced a new Strategic Framework for 2024-2030, we made one-time changes to our grantmaking process for 2024. Now, in response to the emerging needs of our grantee partners and the shifting funding landscape, we have made additional adjustments to our grantmaking process for 2025.
The health landscape in Texas continues to shift beneath our feet. Federal funding cuts, plus uncertainty around future support for programs like Medicaid, SNAP, and Affordable Care Act health insurance, are placing enormous pressure on safety-net systems, especially critical providers like Federally Qualified Health Centers. Community organizations are being asked to do more with less, often in places with the greatest need and fewest resources.
For the remainder of 2025, EHF grants will be by invitation only and focused on continuing support for current grantees.
We will not have an open call for grant applications in 2025.
The majority of EHF’s grant funding will go to grantee organizations that deliver health and health care services, address non-medical drivers of health (NMDOH), or connect Texans to public benefits. We will be prioritizing support for organizations facing significant funding cuts or instability that could threaten their mission’s sustainability.
This shift allows us to stay flexible and responsive as the funding environment evolves, and to focus resources where we believe they can have the greatest immediate impact – ensuring that all Texans are able to access critical health and health care services that address their primary care and NMDOH needs.
If you are a current grantee that meets the criteria above and wish to discuss your funding needs, please contact your Program Officer.
What's Next
We expect to release our finalized Strategic Framework and Grant Guidance for 2026 in the Fall of 2025.
This new Grant Guidance will include detailed information on our future application process, grant cycles, and more.
Questions? Email us at grants@episcopalhealth.org
We invite current grantees and other organizations interested in future grant funding to explore EHF’s new Strategic Framework, including the ongoing work and Priorities for Change: food & nutrition security, maternal health, and diabetes prevention.
All are encouraged to reach out to Program Officers for any questions or to discuss areas of work outlined in the new Strategic Framework.
EHF provides grants to support comprehensive, bold projects that address both the medical and non-medical drivers of health among Texans.
With the announcement of EHF's new Strategic Framework, there are some important one-time changes to grantmaking for 2024:
- Eligible grantees will receive continuation of funding for their existing grant(s) that will bridge them to the period until new strategies and tactics for funding are developed under the new framework. Your Program Officer will reach out to you to discuss specific details and answer any questions you may have.
- Any new grants in 2024 will be by invitation only. There will not be an open grant application process.
- EHF anticipates releasing its 2025 Grant Guidance in the fall of 2024. This new document will reference the new Strategic Plan and include details about the grant application process.