The Texas Department of State Health Services invites school districts or a school campus to apply for the Reaching for Excellence in Texas School Health Grant. The goal of the RFE grants is to fund projects that inspire students to live healthier lives. The RFE grant funds new projects or projects operating for less than a year. The project must focus on at least one key component of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model.
Eligible projects should engage students, their families, and the community. They also should include plans to continue the project past the initial year. A school district can receive up to $10,000 (in reimbursement funds) to implement a project at the district level or on a school campus. If selected, the school district will receive funds for one project. View the Grants and Awards Program webpage for more information and how to apply.
Application Is Open from 10/16/2023 to 1/22/2024
Project Begins 9/1/2024
Project Ends 8/31/2025
DSHS award programs have funded more than 100 projects in the last 30 years. Some winning projects have included topics such as:
- Bicycle safety
- School Garden
- Fitness camp
- Intergenerational garden
- Walking trails
DSHS School Health Program staff will conduct three informational webinars. All webinars will present the same content. All times are central time. Register to reserve your spot.
- RFE Grant Webinar #1 – October 27 from 3-4 pm
- RFE Grant Webinar #2 – November 16 from 11:30 -12:30 pm
- RFE Grant Webinar #3 – December 5 from 3-4 p.m.