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Lindley Spaht Dodson Foundation Fund

About Dr. Lindley Spaht Dodson

Dr. Lindley Spaht Dodson was a beloved and gifted pediatrician who lived in Austin with her husband and three children for almost 15 years. She inspired her many friends, colleagues, and loved ones through her joyful spirit, her unforgettable laughter, and her selfless nature.

Lindley dedicated her life to helping children and was adored by her patients. She helped hundreds of families as a pediatric hospitalist at Dell Children’s Medical Center and later through her own private practice. She also traveled to provide medical care for indigenous peoples in Africa and was a compassionate advocate for historically marginalized populations.

In 2021, Lindley was senselessly killed in her medical office in an act of gun violence. The tragedy of her death touched thousands of people around the country and prompted an outpouring of giving in her honor. The Lindley Spaht Dodson Foundation Fund will advance preventive education, pediatric care, and mental healthcare initiatives focused in Central Texas in honor and memory of Dr. Lindley Spaht Dodson.

At a glance

  • Status

    Closed

  • Region
    Central Texas
  • Grant Range

    $5,000-$25,000

  • Funding Areas

    Preventive education, pediatric care, and mental healthcare initiatives

About this grant opportunity

All organizations must submit the LOI form through our online grant portal to be considered for the application process—ACF will not accept separate or emailed LOIs.

The full grant application for this cycle is by invitation only after the Committee completes the LOI review process. All inquiries pertaining to this opportunity should be directed solely to ACF.

Eligibility considerations

In order to be considered eligible for grants from the Lindley Spaht Dodson Foundation Fund, an organization must:
  • Have tax-exempt status under Sections 501(c)(3) or 170(b)(1)(a)(vi) of the Internal Revenue Code and units of government, or have a 501(c)(3) Fiscal Sponsor
  • Work in the following counties: Travis, Burnet, Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays and Williamson
In general, the Lindley Spaht Dodson Foundation Fund does not award grants for:
  • Endowment funds
  • Scholarships
  • Religious organizations for religious purposes
  • Fundraising activities or events
  • Umbrella funding organizations that intend to distribute funds at their own discretion
  • Political lobbying or legislative activities
  • Individuals

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