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Kansas grants for Private institutions of higher education

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Health Needs for Smith County Fund
Contact for amount
Smith County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities to improve public health initiatives and promote healthy lifestyles in Smith County.

Health
Nonprofits
Build Kansas Fund
$20,000,000
Kansas Infrastructure Hub (KIH)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2027

Date Added

Jul 15, 2025

This program provides matching funds to Kansas communities for transformative infrastructure projects in areas such as water, transportation, energy, and broadband, helping them secure federal funding.

Infrastructure
State governments
National-Central Expanding Opportunities for Community Change
$350,000
Cultivating Healthy Environments – National-Central
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2027

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments working to address environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved communities across the U.S.

Environment
Nonprofits
Professional Development Grant
$120,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 2, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to enhance the skills of agricultural educators in the Midwest, enabling them to develop impactful programs that promote sustainable farming practices and support local farmers and ranchers.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Dane G. Hansen Community Grant Program
Contact for amount
Dane G. Hansen Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 16, 2024

This grant provides funding for innovative community projects in north-central and northwest Kansas that enhance education, healthcare, social services, the environment, arts, and community beautification, with a focus on strong community involvement and volunteerism.

Education
Nonprofits
Dane G. Hansen Foundation Community Grants
Contact for amount
Smith County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This grant provides funding to various organizations in north-central and northwest Kansas for projects that enhance community life in areas like education, health care, and the arts, with a focus on community involvement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Fall Education Grant Fund
Contact for amount
Russell County Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, schools, government entities, and religious groups in enhancing educational initiatives within the community, with projects to be completed within a year.

Education
Private institutions of higher education
Fall Community Impact Grant Fund
Contact for amount
Russell County Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

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

Community Development
Nonprofits
KDA Specialty Crop Grant Program
$100,000
Kansas Department of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in Kansas, benefiting producers and the broader agricultural industry through marketing, research, and access expansion initiatives.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Natural and Cultural Heritage Grant Program
$60,000
Douglas County Heritage Conservation Office
Local

Application Deadline

Mar 5, 2026

Date Added

Jan 8, 2026

This program provides funding to local organizations in Douglas County, Kansas, for projects that preserve and promote cultural and natural heritage, including historic preservation, land conservation, and cultural celebrations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Youth Civic Engagement Mini Grant
$5,000
Kansas Department of Education
State

Application Deadline

Mar 16, 2026

Date Added

Feb 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides up to $5,000 to organizations in Kansas for youth-led projects that promote civic engagement and community participation among K-12 students.

Youth
Nonprofits
FY25 Bureau of Land Management Invasive and Noxious Plant Management- Bureau wide
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2025

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for projects aimed at managing and controlling invasive and noxious plant species on public lands across the U.S.

Natural Resources
State governments
2024 Fall Heartland Area Community Grants
Contact for amount
Heartland Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 15, 2024

Date Added

Mar 24, 2024

The Heartland Area Action Fund, Stockton Community Fund, and Ellis, Rooks, and Trego County Legacy Funds are designed to support a wide range of charitable needs within the Heartland area, aiming to enhance the quality of life across these communities. The funds are unrestricted, allowing for flexible support of various community needs and populations, but some are geographically restricted to specific areas within Kansas, including Ellis, Rooks, Trego Counties, and the city of Stockton. Eligible applicants for these grants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government entities, and religious organizations. Other individuals or organizations not falling into these categories are encouraged to partner with a fiscal agent that does. There's a universal grant application process for all requests, with two application cycles annually. Grant renewed every year. Grant Fall annual opening/ closing deadline: September 15th to November 15th

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY24 DEFENSE ESTABLISHED PROGRAM TO STIMULATE COMPETITIVE RESEARCH (DEPSCoR) CAPACITY BUILDING (CB)
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Office of Scientific Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 25, 2024

Date Added

Mar 29, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to universities in specific states and territories to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering, aligning with the needs of the Department of Defense.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Kansas Office of Apprenticeship Project Grant
$200,000
Kansas Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 12, 2024

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.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Racial Equity Community Building Grant
$5,000
United Way of Kaw Valley (UWKV)
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 4, 2025

Date Added

Mar 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to grassroots nonprofit organizations in Douglas County, Kansas, that are led by BIPOC individuals and focused on promoting equity and community empowerment for BIPOC communities.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Crop & Livestock Research Grant Program
$100,000
Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 25, 2025

Date Added

Oct 22, 2025

This program provides financial support for research projects that improve agricultural sustainability and water efficiency in Kansas, focusing on drought-tolerant crops and innovative agricultural technologies.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY25 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps- Bureau wide
$210,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 11, 2025

Date Added

Jun 11, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects that provide employment and training for young adults and veterans, helping them gain experience in environmental stewardship and resource management on public lands.

Natural Resources
State governments
2024 Fall Heartland Healthy Living Fund
Contact for amount
Heartland Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 15, 2024

Date Added

Mar 24, 2024

The Heartland Healthy Living Fund is a grant initiative designed to improve public health in Ellis, Rooks, and Trego Counties, Kansas. Established by the Kansas Health Foundation, this fund is part of the Giving Resources to our World (GROW II) match grant challenge. It aims to support programs and projects that promote healthy living by encouraging healthy lifestyles, behaviors, and environments. Grants will focus on preventative measures rather than healthcare services or support for existing illnesses. Grant renewed every year. Grant Fall annual opening/ closing deadline: September 15th to November 15th

Community Development
Nonprofits