I am always amazed by how fast the summer passes. Very soon, students will be heading back to school, and we'll be jumping into the fall swing of things.
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WICHITA COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 15, 2026
WICHITA FALLS AREA GRANT CYCLE
OCTOBER 1 - OCTOBER 31, 2026
KRAMER BARNARD
MEMORIAL GRANT CYCLE
NOVEMBER 1 - NOVEMBER 30, 2026
SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 FALL GATHERING FUNDHOLDER APPRECIATION DINNER
SAVE THE DATE: NOVEMBER 5, 2026
Save the date for our Fall Gathering, an opportunity to gather and celebrate philanthropy in our community.
Your Community Foundation has spent the last few months refining our processes, strengthening our programs, and enhancing our position in the community. In this edition of Branching Out Quarterly, we will highlight recent Foundation happenings and set the stage for what promises to be an eventful fourth quarter of the year.
As the summer ends, nonprofits are preparing for the end-of-year push, recruiting volunteers, hosting special events, and, of course, raising funds vital to their missions And now more than ever, it seems that established businesses and new organizations alike are looking for opportunities to invest in lasting, meaningful ways. The Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation is here for it all, making connections and building relationships that strengthen our community's ability to grow and thrive.
So bring on the next season and hopefully, cooler weather. We've got work to do!
Jake Truette President & CEO
“To enhance the quality of life in the Wichita Falls Area through the promotion and support of charitable giving ”
SCHOLARSHIP DINNER
On May 11, the Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation proudly hosted our annual Scholarship Dinner at Region 9, celebrating the students, donors, fundholders, families, and community partners who make this program possible.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our fundholders, donors, Board of Directors, and community supporters, the Foundation awarded 176 scholarships totaling $789,950 to 143 students this year.
Each scholarship is an investment in education, opportunity, and the future of our community Thank you to everyone who continues to support local students through the power of philanthropy, and congratulations to all of this year ’ s scholarship recipients!
We are seeking passionate individuals to volunteer as evaluators on the WFACF Scholarship Committee! Please visit the Scholarship Program page at www.wfacf.org for more information or contact Lauren Benton at lbenton@wfacf.org.
TEXOMA GIVES
This Texoma Gives, we are fundraising for our Emergency Services Fund, which provides support to volunteer fire departments (VFDs) and emergency service operations in our service area These volunteers devote time to emergency response, training, equipment maintenance, and fundraising With limited support, these first responders must raise funds to cover equipment, insurance, training, vehicle maintenance, and facility costs
The WFACF Emergency Services grant program helps reduce that burden by providing resources that strengthen emergency response capabilities and support safe, effective operations Grant funding may be used for personal protective equipment, medical and rescue tools, communication devices, vehicle repairs, and matching funds for emergency response vehicles
Together, we can help keep our volunteer emergency responders safe while they protect the communities we love!
Click Donate to give directly to the Emergency Services Fund! You can also visit www.wfacf.org or call our office at 940-766-0829 with any questions!
ATTENTION FUNDHOLDERS: GRANT REQUEST DEADLINE
If you are planning to support local nonprofits during Texoma Gives, all grant requests must be submitted by Friday, August 21, 2026. This deadline ensures that your organization of choice receives your gift by September 3.
If you have any questions or need assistance with a grant request, please contact Savannah Morales at smorales@wfacf org or 940 766 0829
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GRANT CYCLE UPDATES
EMERGENCY SERVICES SPRING GRANT CYCLE | JUNE 2026
The Emergency Services grant cycle supports area volunteer fire departments by helping fund equipment, gear, training, and other resources needed to protect residents and respond effectively to emergencies.
$100,529 12 awarded to area volunteer fire departments
This grant will enable us to purchase personal protective equipment for wildland firefighting This gear undergoes significant wear and tear, especially during the current wildfire season The grant cycle provided by WFACF is crucial for smaller departments like ours, as we mainly depend on fundraising and grant opportunities to obtain the necessary equipment and resources
Mark Krozter
Friberg-Cooper Volunteer Firefighter
All information about upcoming grant cycles can be found on our website at www wfacf org If you have any questions regarding grant-making or the grant application process, please contact Savannah Morales at smorales@wfacf org or 940-766-0829
FOUNDATION INSIGHTS: D
As your Donor Services Manager, I'm here to help you make the most of your charitable giving Whether you have questions about your quarterly statement, need assistance with grants, want help navigating your online fund portal, or would like to discuss giving options, I'm just a phone call or email away
My goal is to make managing your fund simple and rewarding, while helping you stay connected to the causes that matter most to you I value the opportunity to build relationships with our fund holders and help connect your philanthropic vision with community impact
If there's anything I can do to assist you, please don't hesitate to reach out It's a privilege to support your charitable giving and help you make a lasting impact in our community
