The mission of Latino Giving - Houston (LGH) is to encourage philanthropy in the Latino community, to contribute
to the community in a strategic and meaningful way and to bring a new source of funding to nonprofit organizations
serving the Latino community throughout the Greater Houston area.
In 2010, Latino Giving - Houston will distribute 1 grant for $3500 to support Latino-focused organizations, projects
and activities throughout the Greater Houston area. Nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)3 organizations (or projects with a
fiscal sponsor meeting this designation) are eligible to apply. New and emerging organizations or programs meeting
these criteria are welcome to apply. Applicants must meet Latino Giving – Houston’s mission in that the proposed
activity or project serves Latinos in the Greater Houston area.
Eligibility
Proposed programs must benefit the Latino community.
Proposed programs must serve individuals in Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston, Liberty,
Waller, and/or Chambers counties.
Organization must either have a 501(c)3 designation or have a fiscal sponsor with a 501(c)3 designation.
Organization should demonstrate broad-based support from the community.
Organization should demonstrate organizational fiscal responsibility.
Organization should demonstrate responsible board governance through 100% board giving and 75%
attendance rate.
Organization should demonstrate that it provides services without discriminating on the basis of gender,
sexual orientation, ability, age or religion.
For additional information about Latino Giving - Houston, please go to our website at www.latinogivinghouston.org.
