H-E-B – Community Investment Program
Donations Supporting Nonprofits in H-E-B Service Areas
H-E-B’s Community Investment Program supports nonprofit organizations operating within the immediate H-E-B service area. Depending on community need and program fit, H-E-B may provide in-kind product donations, volunteer support, or monetary funding for activities, projects, and causes that make a visible and positive difference.
Organization: H-E-B
Support Type: Monetary funding, in-kind product donations, and volunteer support
Geographic Focus: Immediate H-E-B service area
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About the Funder
H-E-B is a regional grocery company with a long-standing commitment to supporting communities where it operates. Through its Community Investment Program, H-E-B contributes to nonprofit organizations addressing local needs through charitable activities, projects, and programs.
The program is designed to support organizations that create meaningful community impact within H-E-B’s service area.
What This Program Supports
H-E-B’s Community Investment Program primarily supports nonprofit organizations focused on:
Arts & Humanities
Programs that expand access to arts, culture, and humanities activities.
Disaster Relief
Support for organizations responding to disasters and community emergencies.
Diversity & Inclusion
Programs that promote inclusion and strengthen diverse communities.
Education & Literacy
Initiatives that support learning, literacy, and educational opportunity.
Environmental & Sustainability
Projects focused on environmental stewardship and sustainability.
Health & Wellness
Programs that improve health, wellbeing, and access to supportive services.
Hunger Relief
Organizations addressing food insecurity and related community needs.
Military & Veteran Support
Programs serving military members, veterans, and their families.
General Social Services
Community-based services that support individuals and families in need.
Eligible Support Types
Monetary funding
In-kind product donations
Volunteer support
Community program support
Project or activity support
Eligibility & Requirements
To be eligible for support, organizations must:
Operate within the immediate H-E-B service area
Maintain valid 501(c)(3) nonprofit status as designated by the IRS
Submit requests greater than $200 through H-E-B’s online application system
Submit applications at least eight weeks before the date the organization wishes to receive an approval or decline notification
Reapply online each year if seeking continued or renewed funding
Organizations may not submit the same request to more than one H-E-B Brand facility. This includes submitting the same request to multiple H-E-B, Central Market, Mi Tienda, or Joe V’s Smart Shop stores, or submitting both online and to a local store for the same event or program.
Requests Under $200
Requests smaller than $200 should be directed to a local H-E-B store.
Requests Over $200
Donation requests greater than $200 must be submitted through H-E-B’s online application system and will not be accepted by email.
Ineligible Requests
H-E-B Public Affairs does not support funding for:
Advertising
Individuals
Operating expenses
School trips
Sports events
Sports teams
Third-party fundraisers
Funding Amounts
H-E-B does not publish standard award amounts. Support may be provided as monetary funding, in-kind product, or volunteer support depending on the request, community need, program alignment, and available resources.
Timeline & Review
📅 Application Timeline: Rolling / ongoing
📅 Required Lead Time: Submit at least 8 weeks before the desired approval or decline notification date
📅 Annual Requirement: Organizations must reapply online each year to be considered for funding
📅 Small Requests: Requests under $200 should be directed to a local H-E-B store
Application / Request Process
Organizations requesting more than $200 in support must apply through H-E-B’s My Community Investment online portal. Applicants should prepare organizational information, proof of 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, program details, and a clear explanation of how the request aligns with H-E-B’s community investment priorities.
Requests under $200 should be submitted directly to a local H-E-B store.
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ H-E-B Community Investment Program
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for nonprofit organizations that:
Operate within H-E-B’s immediate service area
Hold valid 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
Focus on hunger relief, education, health, disaster relief, social services, sustainability, arts, diversity and inclusion, or veteran support
Need monetary funding, product donations, or volunteer support
Can apply at least eight weeks before a funding decision is needed
H-E-B’s Community Investment Program is best suited for local nonprofits with clear community benefit and strong alignment with H-E-B’s charitable giving priorities.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Rolling donation request
Typical Lead Time: Submit at least 8 weeks before desired notification date
Best Suited For: Nonprofits operating in H-E-B service areas
Support Type: Monetary funding, in-kind product donations, and volunteer support
Priority Areas: Arts and humanities, disaster relief, diversity and inclusion, education and literacy, environmental sustainability, health and wellness, hunger relief, military and veteran support, and social services
Request Threshold: Requests over $200 must be submitted online; requests under $200 should go to a local store
