Elk County Community Foundation Grant

The Elk County Community Foundation (ECCF), a local philanthropic organization affiliated with the Central Kansas Community Foundation (CKCF), is now accepting applications for its 2025 Competitive Grant Cycle. ECCF focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Elk County through strategic grantmaking to charitable organizations. As a part of the broader CKCF network, ECCF benefits from regional support and governance while maintaining a focused local mission. This competitive grant opportunity is funded by the Elk County Impact Fund, which allocates approximately $3,700 annually to support projects and programs that benefit the residents and communities within Elk County, Kansas. Applicants may request a minimum of $250. These grants are intended for initiatives that foster meaningful community impact, drive positive change, and support charitable objectives within the county. All funded activities must occur after grant awards are made in September 2025 and be completed no later than June 2026. Grant recipients are required to submit a Grant Impact Report following project completion, unless otherwise arranged. To be eligible, applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, an entity exempt under relevant statutes such as educational institutions, churches, or local government bodies, or an organization formally affiliated with a qualified entity. The foundation also emphasizes the importance of reliable, ethical, and experienced management within applicant organizations. Furthermore, applicants must be current with any reporting requirements from previously awarded grants to remain eligible. The grant application process officially opens on June 23, 2025. All applications must be submitted online no later than 5:00 p.m. on July 24, 2025. ECCF uses a structured online submission platform to collect proposals. Applications are reviewed by the ECCF Grant Review Committee, which operates under the oversight of both ECCF and CKCF policies. The committee may request additional information from applicants during the review process to confirm eligibility and alignment with funding priorities. There are no preliminary deadlines such as Letters of Intent required for this opportunity. However, potential applicants are encouraged to contact ECCF staff for clarification and guidance. All final award decisions will be made by September 2025, after which successful applicants may begin their funded projects. Final reports are due by June 2026 to ensure full compliance with grant requirements. For questions or more information, interested applicants can reach out to Brandi Mast, Associate Director of ECCF, via email at brandi.mast@centralkansascf.org. Additional inquiries can also be directed to Melissa Schreiber, Program Officer at CKCF, at melissa@centralkansascf.org.