The Harold Simmons Foundation aims to improve the quality of life for all community members, ensuring they have the resources and opportunities to live with dignity and meaning. It focuses on investing in programs that encourage systems change and impact scalability. The Foundation supports early health and development, safe environments, and comprehensive support systems for individuals, families, and children, emphasizing the importance of advocacy and research.
The Harold Simmons Foundation grants program is designed to support organizations and initiatives that contribute to improving lives and enriching the Dallas, Texas community. The Foundation has a broad interest in projects related to education, health care, social welfare (including human rights), civic improvement, and culture & the arts. It provides funding for operating expenses, capital needs, or special projects, with grant amounts typically ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 for first-time applicants. In 2012, the Foundation distributed approximately $18.5 million towards these causes. Projects that address current community needs, complement other public and private efforts, and encourage agency collaboration in the Dallas area are ideal candidates. The Foundation accepts proposals year-round without application deadlines.
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