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Est.

1987

Fiscal Year Start

Oct 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Fort Worth Local Development Corporation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within Fort Worth. With a total of $1.8 million awarded to four grantees in 2024, this funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE ORGANIZATION IS A NON-PROFIT INCORPORATED TO PROMOTE, SPONSOR, AND COORDINATE A WIDE RANGE OF ACTIVITIES CENTERED AROUND JOB CREATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE CITY OF FORT WORTH. UNDER THE TEXAS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ACT BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE FORT WORTH CITY COUNCIL.
Total Funding Given
$1.8M
2024
Grantees funded
4
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$45K
Median 2nd year grant
$45K
C
Carlos Flores
Board Member
M
Mattie Parker
Board Member
J
Jared Williams
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION?
No. FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION give?
FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $45 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION make each year?
In 2024, FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $1.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION fund recently?
In 2024, FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include GENERAL EMPLOYEES CITY OF FORT WORTH, Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Inc, and SOUTHEAST FORT WORTH INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION?
FORT WORTH LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.