Republic Community Foundation Grant Program

The Republic Community Foundation Affiliate Grantmaking Program is administered through the Community Foundation of the Ozarks and is designed to support organizations that are actively working to improve the quality of life for residents in the Republic area. The Republic Community Foundation functions under the guidance of a Board of Directors comprised of individuals selected for their local knowledge and commitment to community development. The Foundation distributes grants as part of its mission to meet the most pressing needs of the community, using funds contributed by charitable donors and raised directly by the Foundation. This grantmaking program operates on a flexible funding model, which allows it to address shifting community needs as they emerge. The funding is derived from both unrestricted and field-of-interest funds. These resources are placed under the direction of community leaders, empowering the Foundation to make strategic funding decisions that are responsive to evolving challenges in the Republic area. Grantmaking is contingent on the availability of funds, and applications are reviewed on a cyclical basis according to an announced timeline. The grant is open to IRS-approved entities, including 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, government entities, school districts, and churches, provided they serve the Republic, Missouri region. Applicants may request up to $5,000 per grant cycle. There is no indication of matching funds being required, and there are no restrictions outlined on the types of expenses that may be covered, though applicants must provide a detailed project budget, describe anticipated outcomes, and show alignment with community needs. The application consists of multiple narrative sections and attachments, including the organization’s purpose, recent program successes, project name, and a detailed funding request. Applicants must also describe the geographic and financial scope of the proposed project, provide information on future sustainability plans, and outline how they will publicize any award received. A detailed budget is required, broken down by line items indicating which components are covered by the grant and which are funded elsewhere. Applicants must also upload their EIN confirmation letter and a copy of their agency’s annual budget or a projected budget for the coming year. Applications for the current cycle are due by September 2, 2025 at 11:45 p.m. There are no pre-application requirements such as Letters of Intent or concept papers. The application system tracks character counts for each response field, and applicants are advised to plan accordingly. Technical assistance during the application process can be obtained by contacting Latesa Carter at 417-864-6199. Program-specific questions may be directed to Miki Medearis at 417-988-4333. While the application materials do not specify an official award notification date, the program follows an annual cycle, indicating that future opportunities are expected. The next anticipated cycle is likely to begin around the same time in 2026. Based on the September 2, 2025 deadline, the next expected open date would be in early August 2026, with a check-in scheduled for that timeframe to verify new details.

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