Kansas grants for Nonprofits

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, schools, government entities, and religious groups in implementing projects that meet community needs within the designated areas.

This funding provides quick financial assistance to nonprofit organizations, schools, government bodies, and religious groups in communities affected by unexpected disasters, enabling them to complete recovery projects within a year.

This funding opportunity is designed to support organizations in Kansas that are focused on developing registered apprenticeship programs to attract and retain skilled employees in response to industry demands.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Kansas to establish Centers for Independent Living that assist individuals with significant disabilities in achieving greater independence and community participation.

This grant provides flexible funding to nonprofit organizations and community projects that address various charitable needs in the greater Salina area.

The Douglas County Community Foundation Community Grants support a wide range of local projects in the areas of arts and culture, animal welfare, children and youth, community development, education, environment, health, housing and human services. Donor Name: Douglas County Community Foundation State: Kansas County: Douglas County (KS) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/03/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of the DCCF Community Grants program is to improve the lives of Douglas County, Kansas residents. They support a wide variety of activities in the following areas: Arts and Culture Animals Children and Youth Community Development Education Environment Health Housing Human Services Funding Information Grants generally range from $1,000 to $10,000. Eligibility Criteria  Proposal must come from a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, tribal entity or local government. Proposal must be for work that benefits residents of Douglas County, Kansas. Organization must conduct business without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or national origin. DCCF is more likely to fund requests that: Are clearly and concisely described. Are based on complete and clear income and expense projections. Do not require recurring DCCF funding for the same project or purpose. Are one-time requests or reasonably ensure sustainability after DCCF funding is used. Limitations on Grantmaking Grants are not awarded for: Multi-year requests General operating expenses Purchase of tickets or tables at special events, memberships, or advertising Individuals Annual campaigns Endowment funds Event sponsorships Fundraising events Religious purposes Lobbying or political activities prohibited by the IRS Debt retirement. For more information, visit DCCF.

This grant provides financial support to charitable and educational projects that promote economic development in Lyon, Chase, and Coffey counties.

The Community Foundation of Dickinson County is requesting applications for Foundation Community Grants Donor Name: Community Foundation of Dickinson County State: Kansas County: Dickinson County (KS) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Areas of Funding Arts and Culture Civic improvements/affairs Community development Education The environment Health and human services Youth services in Dickinson County, Kansas, that address the health and well-being of children. Funding Priorities The Community Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Dickinson County, Kansas. Funding priorities include projects that: Develop or test new solutions to community problems Address prevention as well as remediation Provide assistance to underserved community resources Provide leverage for generating other fund and community resources, both financial and volunteer Provide a sustained and transforming effect for a substantial number of residents Build organizational capacity and improve the effectiveness or efficiency of non-profit groups Provide a favorable ratio between the amount of money requested and the number of people served Facilitate cooperation and collaboration among organizations without duplicating services Encourage volunteerism and civic engagement, and development Community development is preferred to economic development. Eligibility Criteria  An organization may apply for a grant if it is one of the following: Exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) In existence for at least 2 years Sponsored by a 501(c)(3) who will serve as the fiscal agent (must complete fiscal sponsor form) A special-purpose unit of government. Funding Limitations  In general, the Community Foundation does not support the following: General operating expenses (salaries, supplies, administrative overhead) Service Clubs (Unless requesting matching grant dollars) Capital campaigns (support of construction or renovation of a facility; also known as bricks and mortar) Endowment campaigns; annual campaigns; fundraising events (including, but not limited to, the purchase of tables at dinners, ads in program booklets, and raffle tickets) Travel grants (fees for field trips or other travel-related expenditures) Sponsorship of sports teams Previously incurred debt or retroactive funding for current projects Other grant-making organizations Individuals (except designated scholarship funds) & independent scholarly research projects Religious or sectarian programs, political parties, or campaigns Organizations operating for fewer than two years Organizations that have delinquent reports from previous Community Foundation grants Projects that provide traditional medical care; carry on propaganda or otherwise attempt to influence legislation within the meaning of Internal Revenue Code section 495(e); attempt to influence the outcome of any specific public education; or carry on directly or indirectly any voter registration drive For information visit, Community Foundation of Dickinson County.

The City of Lawrence is currently accepting applications for the City’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund. Donor Name: City of Lawrence State: Kansas City: Lawrence Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Lawrence Affordable Housing Trust Fund is supported through a local sales tax with the purpose of providing and improving the quality, availability, and affordability of housing in Lawrence, acquiring land for future affordable housing, and investing in private/public partnerships for the provision of affordable housing. The mission of the Affordable Housing Advisory Board (AHAB) is to recommend to the City Commission ways everyone in Lawrence has access to safe, quality, affordable housing and supportive services necessary to maintain independent living with dignity. The Affordable Housing Trust Fund is available through a local sales tax, with the purpose of: providing and improving the quality, availability, and affordability of housing in Lawrence; acquiring land for future affordable housing units; and investing in private/public partnerships for the provision of affordable housing. Funding Information The City of Lawrence anticipates awarding up to $1.2 million in Affordable Housing Trust Funds in Eligible Projects Affordable housing or land acquisition New affordable housing development Rehabilitation of affordable housing for preservation of existing affordable housing stock Accessibility modifications for low-to-moderate income households with accessibility needs to remain in affordable and accessible housing Housing vouchers for low-income households Projects that increase community awareness on affordable housing Projects that advance racial equity in housing. Eligibility Criteria Corporations and LLCs 501(c)3 Nonprofits Neighborhood and civic groups City of Lawrence and Douglas County Departments All projects must be within the City of Lawrence and serve households residing within city limits. For more information, visit City of Lawrence.

This grant provides financial support for projects that enhance the quality of life in Republic County, targeting non-profit organizations and community initiatives that address local needs.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities in Republic County to promote public health initiatives and healthy lifestyles through various community projects.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, schools, and local governments in north-central and northwest Kansas for projects that enhance education, healthcare, social services, conservation, arts, and community beautification.

The Dickinson County Youth In Action Grant program is a competitive application for area middle and high school groups, with grant awards of up to $1,000. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Dickinson County State: Kansas County: Dickinson County (KS) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Eligibility Criteria Grant applications will be accepted from clubs/activity groups/athletic groups from Dickinson County middle school and high schools. For more information, visit Community Foundation of Dickinson County.

This grant provides financial support to community organizations and nonprofits in Buhler to improve the quality of life for residents within the USD 313 boundaries.

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the quality of life in Manhattan, KS, benefit KONZA Prairie, and promote recreational development in Keats, KS, with a focus on areas such as arts, education, environment, health, and youth development.

The Koch Family Foundation is seeking applications for creating a vibrant and inclusive community within their home state of Kansas. Donor Name: Koch Family Foundation State: Kansas County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Each person has their own unique gifts and talents that bring to the world. Their goal is to unleash them. They support programs that create the opportunity for all people to develop their abilities, reach their full potential and make lasting contributions to society. Eligibility Criteria Grants made by the Koch Family Foundation are awarded to charitable organizations as defined in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and not to individuals. The Foundation does not seek proposals in support of Individuals (other than the Koch Scholarship Awards Program)  Individual schools and churches  Venture capital grants  Athletic associations and sporting events/teams  Trip and tour sponsorships  Initiatives outside of Kansas, including national sponsorships and international requests  Political, legislative or lobbying  Endowment funds  Capital campaigns For more information, visit Koch Family Foundation.

This program provides funding to organizations in north-central Kansas that are focused on improving community health, particularly in areas such as children's health, mental health, substance abuse, and chronic disease prevention.

This program provides up to $5,000 for community improvement projects in the Heartland service area, prioritizing initiatives from schools, non-profits, and county fairs that demonstrate collaboration and support from other sources.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Atchison, KS, to implement projects that improve community well-being, education, and health services for local residents.

This grant provides financial support for educational, medical, human services, and community development projects in Lyon, Coffey, and Osage counties in Kansas.