Deihl Community Grants in Kansas

The Deihl Community Grants, administered quarterly, are designed to support impactful community projects that address basic human needs and youth initiatives. These grants are specifically focused on serving the residents of Manhattan and Riley County, Kansas. While proposals related to the arts should be directed to a separate Community Arts Grants application, other initiatives targeting significant community outcomes in the specified regions are encouraged to apply under the Deihl Community Grants program. This grant opportunity is available exclusively to non-profit organizations classified as 501(c)(3). Eligible organizations must submit an online application that includes a letter of intent or interest. This letter is intended for an initial review by the Deihl grants committee, and the process may include a subsequent interview. Proposals must be submitted through the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation (GMCF) online portal. Applicants should note that while the committee allows for various project types, it generally prefers that the non-profit cover personnel costs, and it discourages proposals dependent on ongoing GMCF funding. However, multi-year funding commitments to meet a total project goal are considered. Only one Deihl grant may be awarded per organization per calendar year, although organizations are permitted to apply in multiple quarters. Projects submitted should generally seek more than $10,000 in funding, and proposals for larger or more complex projects must include a highly detailed budget with clear cost breakdowns for each project component. The 2nd Quarter 2024 grant cycle is currently open, with applications due by June 7, 2024. The committee will review submissions on June 14, 2024. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and while they may be submitted throughout the year, they are reviewed on a quarterly schedule. The deadline for the 2nd Quarter 2025 cycle is set for June 6, 2025. Government entities and schools are explicitly excluded from eligibility, ensuring that funding is directed strictly to non-profit entities. Contact information is not specified in the document, so applicants are encouraged to refer to the GMCF website for further guidance and to initiate the application process.