Taco Bell Foundation awards record-breaking $28 million in community grants in 2025
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County (BGCGTC) has been selected as a recipient of a 2025 Community Grant from the Taco Bell Foundation. The $50,000 grant will support character and leadership development, helping youth in Tarrant County access essential resources to achieve their goals.
“This generous donation will allow us to reach more students with the tools and guidance they need to build a successful future,” said Daphne Barlow, BGCGTC CEO and president. “We’re grateful to the Taco Bell Foundation for believing in our mission and investing in the potential of our youth.’”
The Taco Bell Foundation awarded a record-breaking $28 million in Community Grants this year to nearly 500 nonprofit organizations nationwide. The Community Grants program uplifts youth in the communities that matter most to Taco Bell — those of its fans and Team Members. True to the brand’s spirit, the Taco Bell Foundation supports nonprofits that think differently and take bold approaches to creating new opportunities for young people.
“We believe that empowering young people is one of the most meaningful ways we can invest in the future,” said Lisa Lane Cardin, executive director of the Taco Bell Foundation. “This record investment is a testament to the power of community-driven change and the limitless potential that exists when we remove barriers and open doors.”
BGCGTC will use the funding to support its character and leadership programming. One example is the Youth of the Year program, a leadership development initiative that empowers Boys & Girls Clubs members with essential skills for success in life, work, and education. Through mentorship, career exploration, and skill-building in areas like public speaking and interviewing, participants grow personally and professionally. The program prepares youth for leadership roles, enhances their social-emotional development, and offers opportunities to compete in local, state, and national competitions, strengthening both individual futures and the Boys & Girls Clubs community.
To learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County, please visit bgcgtc.org. To learn more about the Taco Bell Foundation and the Community Grants program, please visit tacobellfoundation.org/who-we-support.
