Ozark Foothills Regional Community Foundation Grantmaking Program
This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and approved entities serving residents in specific Missouri counties to address urgent community needs in areas like arts, education, and health services.
The Ozark Foothills Regional Community Foundation Grantmaking Program FY26 is a philanthropic initiative designed to support local organizations working to meet urgent needs in the Ozark Foothills region of Missouri. Operated under the umbrella of the Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO), this program is guided by a local Board of Directors and Grant Committee that allocate funds based on community priorities, thanks to contributions from unrestricted and field-of-interest funds. This program provides grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and other IRS-approved entities, including school districts, churches, and government entities. Applicants must serve residents of one or more of the following counties: Butler, Carter, Reynolds, Ripley, or Wayne. Organizations with annual operating budgets under $250,000 are eligible. Applications may request between $500 and $1,000 in funding. Applicants are required to describe the goals of their projects, their geographic and financial scope, how they meet community needs, and how success will be evaluated. Organizations must also disclose future sustainability plans, other current or anticipated funding sources, and provide relevant financial documents including an annual budget and EIN letter. The program funds initiatives across several focus areas including arts and community beautification, youth services and education, and health and human services. Funding decisions are made according to a published timeline, and grants are awarded as funds are available. All grantees must adhere to the CFO’s strict nondiscrimination policies. Applications for the FY26 cycle are due by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on October 17, 2025. Questions about the grant may be directed to Misty Edwards at (573) 785-6402. Technical questions related to the application platform should be addressed to Latesa Carter at (417) 864-6199.
Award Range
$500 - $1,000
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Grants from $500–$1,000 for nonprofits under $250K budget. Projects must serve Butler, Carter, Reynolds, Ripley, or Wayne counties in Missouri. No match required.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and IRS-approved public entities serving five named counties in Missouri with budgets under $250K. Requests must be between $500–$1,000.
Geographic Eligibility
Butler County, Carter County, Reynolds County, Ripley County, Wayne County
Submit a strong community-focused narrative. Attach required documents. Address regional service clearly.
Application Opens
September 17, 2025
Application Closes
October 17, 2025
Grantor
Misty Edwards
Phone
(573) 785-6402Subscribe to view contact details