Goessel Community Foundation Grant

The Goessel Community Foundation, operating under the umbrella of the Central Kansas Community Foundation, is currently accepting applications for its 2026 grant cycle. This grant opportunity aims to support initiatives that elevate the quality of life in the Goessel, Kansas community. Through its charitable arms—the Goessel Community Foundation Impact Fund and the Goessel Community Foundation Senior’s Endowed Fund—the foundation is offering financial support for a broad spectrum of programs. The Impact Fund provides grants for general community-focused projects, while the Senior’s Endowed Fund is tailored specifically to address the needs of older residents through programming in areas such as nutrition, wellness, mobility, and social engagement. The grants available in this cycle typically range from $500 to $4,000, a reflection of the Foundation's focus on smaller, impactful community programs rather than large-scale institutional projects. Applicants are required to specify both their full funding request and the minimum amount needed to proceed with their project, due to limited funding and anticipated competition. These projects must directly serve or enhance the Goessel community. Funding is open to a range of eligible entities including 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, public institutions like educational entities and local governments, churches, and those with fiscal sponsorship from a qualifying organization. All applicants must demonstrate sound management practices and be governed by ethical and experienced personnel. The application process for this grant cycle opened on January 5, 2026. All applications must be submitted online by 5:00 p.m. on February 4, 2026. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered. The grant awards are expected to be made in March 2026, after a review process managed jointly by the Goessel Community Foundation and Central Kansas Community Foundation (CKCF), following their standard procedures and policies. Projects should not begin before the awarding of funds. Additionally, grant recipients are required to submit a final impact report by December 2026 or earlier upon project completion. The Foundation does not outline specific pre-application requirements such as Letters of Intent or concept papers. However, all submissions are subject to internal review and applicants may be asked to provide further clarification or documentation during the process. This implies a responsive and evaluative approach by the foundation's review committee. Applications must adhere to both Goessel Community Foundation and CKCF guidelines and policies, which govern the review and approval process. Founded to support both existing and future charitable needs in the Goessel area, the Goessel Community Foundation operates with the broader mission of promoting community vitality through strategic philanthropy. As an affiliate of CKCF, it benefits from regional organizational support while focusing locally. This grant program is a direct reflection of that dual structure—leveraging broader support mechanisms while remaining focused on the unique character and needs of Goessel residents. The annual nature of this grant cycle suggests recurring opportunities for local entities to plan projects around this reliable source of funding. For additional information or inquiries about the 2026 grant cycle, interested parties are encouraged to contact Melissa Schreiber, Grants Officer at the Central Kansas Community Foundation. She can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at 316-283-5474. No supporting PDFs were found linked in the source materials, so applicants should refer to the application portal directly for guidance and submission.

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