As a funder working to increase
postsecondary attainment in Texas, we share our resources and expertise with changemakers across the state.
Greater Texas Foundation partners with educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and governmental agencies that share our vision of a state where all students have equal opportunity to access and succeed in postsecondary education.
We are a private foundation headquartered in Bryan, Texas. Since inception, we have approved more than $150 million in grants to support Texas students.
WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US IN THIS IMPORTANT WORK.
Our work is guided by a
strategic plan designed to
increase the number of
Texans who earn a college
degree or other
postsecondary credential.
Read our Strategic Plan
Our story and our people
Vision,
mission,
and values
Our
Story
Our
team
“Data shows that young people without any kind of post secondary credential only have a 12% chance of earning a living wage. This becomes the pillar for why we should support students’ post secondary journey in Texas“
— Richard Tagle, E3 Alliance
How We Partner
Whether we are working with grantees, convening education leaders, or joining forces with other funders, we are personally and passionately invested in the success of our partners.
- We engage in collaborative problem solving through open, honest communication.
- We welcome conversations about innovative projects and novel approaches to student success.
- We proactively make introductions across our wide network to help interested parties find like-minded collaborators and useful resources.
- We draw from the expertise of our grantees and partners to help ensure we are as strategic as possible in our grantmaking.
- We are transparent in our grantmaking.
