Grants in Action


When it comes to the subject of grants, there’s a tendency to focus on dollars and cents. But it’s important - and much more rewarding – to keep in mind that behind every grant is an individual, organization or company that wanted to make a difference.          

It’s also important to keep in mind that behind every grant that is made is a person trying to improve themselves or an organization working to bolster the quality of life in the Coastal Bend. The following are stories describing people who give and receive grants and the impact grants have on people and our community.  

Current Grants in Actions
Art For The Children

abstract_107795.jpg To introduce and inspire appreciation for classical ballet to school children, a 2004 grant from the ...


Flight to Recovery

abstract_107793.jpg An accident victim is loaded onto a HALO-Flight helicopter for transfer to Christus Spohn Memorial ...


From Rock Bottom To Dream Job

abstract_107791.jpg Javier Molina’s story exemplifies how personal determination and hard work partnered with a ...


Gus Glasscock, Sr.

abstract_107790.jpg Gus Glasscock, Sr., was one of the most remarkable men to ever live in South Texas. When he died in ...


Keeping Track

abstract_107796.jpg Staff and volunteers at the Mathis Public Library take delight in new equipment made possible by a ...


Opening Night Headliner

abstract_107794.jpg Legendary musician/songwriter Freddy Fender takes the stage at the inaugural concert of the new ...


Smile of Pride

abstract_107792.jpg Paul H. Burke, Jr., proudly wears his graduation cap and gown after passing the 2004 GED Tests at ...


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