Funding search · EIN 237393210 · Mission, TX
Rio-South Texas Education and Community
A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.
- 15
- grants reported
- $4.9M
- total given
- 2021–2023
- filing years
- $150,000
- median grant
Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 2021–2023. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.
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Grant history
All 15 reported grants, largest first.
- $1.5M
The University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley · McAllen, TX · 2021
Rio-south texas education and community development foundation endowed scholarship
- $1.0M
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley · McAllen, TX · 2023
The rio-south texas education and community development foundation endowed scholarship shall be a permanent endowment and shall be for the use and benefit of utrgv. Funds distributed from the endowment shall be used to … read allThe rio-south texas education and community development foundation endowed scholarship shall be a permanent endowment and shall be for the use and benefit of utrgv. Funds distributed from the endowment shall be used to provide scholarships to students to increase attainmnet of master and doctoral degrees in the fields of agriculture, food, natural resources, business, finance, marketing, education, health science, information technology, manufacturing, or stem. less
- $900,004
The Tstc Foundation · Harlingen, TX · 2021
Goal line assistance, cte student recruitment, technical training enhancements
- $250,000
South Texas College Education Foundation · McAllen, TX · 2023
Provides "last-dollar" scholarships to hidalgo and starr county students under the stc promise prgram. A last dollar scholarship refers to funds that cover financial gaps not provided thru federal financial aid or state… read allProvides "last-dollar" scholarships to hidalgo and starr county students under the stc promise prgram. A last dollar scholarship refers to funds that cover financial gaps not provided thru federal financial aid or state aid. Stc promise program will provide additional support for students to transition to south texas college and complete the education journey they started in high school. less
- $250,000
Texas a&M Foundation · College Station, TX · 2023
Creates an endowed scholarship for the construction science program at the texas a&m university higher education center in mcallen.
- $250,000
Texas a&M International University Alumni Association · Laredo, TX · 2023
Awards scholarships to texas a&m international university students eligible for the closer than ever program.
- $200,000
The Tstc Foundation · Harlingen, TX · 2023
Provides support of tstc's goal line assistance program which assists tstc students who are within three semesters of graduation who are facing a financial crisis. Program will assist students in technical programs such… read allProvides support of tstc's goal line assistance program which assists tstc students who are within three semesters of graduation who are facing a financial crisis. Program will assist students in technical programs such as business management, education, allied health, nursing, it, manufacturing, and welding. less
- $150,000
The Tstc Foundation · Harlingen, TX · 2023
Provides scholarships for harlingen area texas high school career and technology education (cte) students who enter tstc as full-time students. Cte scholarship program will assist students in technical programs such as … read allProvides scholarships for harlingen area texas high school career and technology education (cte) students who enter tstc as full-time students. Cte scholarship program will assist students in technical programs such as business management, education, allied health, nursing, it, manufacturing, and welding. less
- $132,515
Lcc Education Foundation · Laredo, TX · 2023
Benefits students that are seeking to attend laredo college industry workforce training programs and are seeking transition to employment or higher education.
- $127,000
Valley Grande Institute · Weslaco, TX · 2023
Establishes two new sections of courses for the valley grande institute healthcare program to improve education of vgi students and improve healthcare in the rio grande valley.
- $125,000
Lcc Education Foundation · Laredo, TX · 2021
Get to the finish line
- $25,000
Lower Rio Grande Valley Workforce Development Board · McAllen, TX · 2023
Supports up to 23 students who may become part of the texas border region's future workforce, particulary in the wfs service area of hidalgo, starr, and willacy counties. The lead internship initiative bridges the gap b… read allSupports up to 23 students who may become part of the texas border region's future workforce, particulary in the wfs service area of hidalgo, starr, and willacy counties. The lead internship initiative bridges the gap between employers and students by engaging them in meaningful paid work experience and identifying potential future employees possessing necessary skills to excel within their organizations. less
- $10,000
Lower Rio Grande Valley Workforce Development Board · McAllen, TX · 2023
Construction workforce shortages are affecting all construction firms in the rio grande valley, potentially undermining the industry's ability to complete projects on time and on schedule. Project build addresses the ma… read allConstruction workforce shortages are affecting all construction firms in the rio grande valley, potentially undermining the industry's ability to complete projects on time and on schedule. Project build addresses the manufacturing and construction skill gaps by providing entry level career pathway certification / credentials that lead to improving skill sets, increased responsibility and opportunities for upward mobility for 50-90 individuals. less
- $10,000
Vamos · McAllen, TX · 2022
Honorarium made on behalf of mr. Eddie cano for his 10 years of service and dedication to our foundation. The authorized trustees of vamos will use the award monies strictly for educational purposes benefiting the stude… read allHonorarium made on behalf of mr. Eddie cano for his 10 years of service and dedication to our foundation. The authorized trustees of vamos will use the award monies strictly for educational purposes benefiting the students of the rio grande valley seeking a higher education and no portion of the award monies will be used for administrative costs. less
- $5,000
Communities Foundation of Texas · Dallas, TX · 2023
Co-host sponsorship of the texas philanthropy leadership circle which is an annual convening of texas education funders to highlight and uplift promising and innovative programs, policy work, and collaborative partnersh… read allCo-host sponsorship of the texas philanthropy leadership circle which is an annual convening of texas education funders to highlight and uplift promising and innovative programs, policy work, and collaborative partnerships in public and higher educations. It provides best practices in education and provides a forum for institutional grantmakers to learn from experts and each other. less
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