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Community grant program

We’ve partnered with LCRA’s Community Development Partnership Program, which helps volunteer fire departments, local governments, emergency responders and nonprofit organizations fund capital improvement projects in LCRA’s wholesale electric, water and transmission service areas.

Applications for the next round of grants will be accepted in July 2024. More information is available at lcra.org/cdpp.

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Get support for your nonprofit

Bluebonnet supports our area nonprofit organizations through sponsorships, providing fans and bottled water for event participants , volunteerism and donations. Contact us to see how we can support your next program or event »

FAQs

Bluebonnet donates to 501(c)(3) nonprofits within the 14 counties we serve.

Contact a community representative for more details

New partners must submit a W-9 to their community representative to receive their donation.

To inquire if Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative can provide a fan for your event, contact a community representative. They will work with you to determine the size you need and availability.

Bluebonnet fans require access to electricity, within 25 feet.

Groups eligible to receive grants are nonprofit organizations such as fire departments, emergency responders, cities and counties, schools, libraries, civic groups and museums.

Community Development Partnership Program grants fund a variety of capital improvement projects to enhance local communities. Examples of recent awards include funding for emergency equipment for first responders; improvements to fire stations, parks, libraries and community centers; energy-efficient lighting and electrical upgrades for museums and community sports fields; air conditioning units in convention centers; rainwater catchment systems; and roof repairs and handicapped-accessible ramps for local museums and community halls.

To apply for a Community Development Partnership Program grant, visit the LCRA grant page.

Grants are awarded twice a year. Applications are due by midnight on Jan. 31 and July 31. The review process can take up to eight weeks after the deadline has passed.

For more information about Community Development Partnership grants, contact your local community representative, or visit lcra.org/cdpp.

Bluebonnet community representatives are happy to help assist you in the process of applying for a grant through LCRA’s Community Development Partnership Program.

Contact your representative

LCRA and Bluebonnet award grant of up to $50,000 to worthy community projects in the LCRA wholesale power, water and transmission service territory through the Community Development Partnership Program.

Due to limited funds, the Community Development Partnership Review Committee may occasionally award a smaller grant than requested.

Grants of more than $5,000 require a match of at least 20 percent of the total project cost. The matching funds must be documented in the grant application by providing financial or bank statements and/or letters of credit or monetary support. Learn more at lcra.org/cdpp.

Organizations must wait 24 months after grant funds are received and complete the prior grant-funded project before becoming eligible to apply for another grant.

For more information about Community Development Partnership grants, contact your local community representative, or visit lcra.org/cdpp.