The Junior League of Tyler supports our local community by providing funding and volunteer placements to both League-initiated programs and other nonprofit organizations in Smith County. These resources are allocated through the League’s Community Coordinating process and the Community Assistance Fund, which ensures that efforts align with community needs and the League’s mission.
Our Community Coordinating Grants are designed to make a significant impact by providing substantial monetary support and volunteer assistance to meaningful community projects within Smith County. These projects must align with the League’s mission and purpose.
Applications for Community Coordinating Grants will open on June 9, 2025, for funding during the 2026–2027 League year.
Interested in Applying for a Junior League of Tyler Community Coordinating Grant?
If you want to learn more about the application process and how to submit a strong proposal, we invite you view our JLT Grant Training Application presentation document below. The presentation is designed to provide detailed information about our funding opportunities, eligibility requirements, volunteer integration, and tips for submitting a successful application.
The Junior League of Tyler, Inc. offers the Community Assistance Fund as a way to address the short-term needs of eligible nonprofit organizations. Grants from this fund are limited to a maximum of $5,000.
2025-26 Community Partners Check Presentation
2025-2026 Community Partners and Their Projects
Angel Layettes
Angel Layettes for Families of Infant Loss
ARC of Smith County
ARC of Smith County Adventure Camps
Children’s Advocacy Center
Family Advocacy, Benevolence & Room Makeovers
Discovery Science Place
Performance Playground
JLT Care Closet
Care Closet
JLT Girl Power
2026 Girl Power Event
Neurodivergent Advocates of East Texas
Neurodivergent Kitchen Safety & Cooking Classes
PAVE East Texas
Empowering Families: Pathways to Lifelong Learning
Selah
Neurofeedback, Helping the Brain Heal
St. Paul’s Children Services
Khakis for Kids
The Evie Effect
Restoring Hope Retreats for Families Affected by Suicide
The Gold Network
HERO Hangouts & Go GOLD East Texas
Tyler Area Business Education Council
School is Cool
Tyler Type 1 Diabetes Foundation
Blessing Backpacks and Support Groups
Questions about becoming a Community Partner or applying for a grant?
Contact Chelsea Cooper, 2025-2026 Community VP
Community Assistance Fund
Criteria for Community Assistance Fund
The Community Assistance Fund provides the Junior League of Tyler, Inc. a means to fund short-term needs of eligible non-profit agencies with an amount not to exceed $5,000.
A short-term need shall be defined as an unforeseen need not covered by the budget or present financial resources of the agency which may cause the possibility of a disruption of a program or service.
Community Assistance Fund grants must meet all other funding guidelines as stated below.
This League shall endeavor to associate itself with or endorse projects, programs, or activities, which meet accepted standards in their fields or show evidence of working towards such standards.
All funding requests shall be consistent with the Position Statements of the League and its Purpose: The Junior League of Tyler, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Requests shall show proof of agency’s 501© (3) status.
- Requests shall benefit residents of Smith County.
- Requests shall be submitted in writing to the Junior League of Tyler, Inc.
- Funding shall be limited to one Junior League of Tyler, Inc. grant per fiscal year (June 1 – May 31).
- Documentation of all expenditures and follow-up report may be required.