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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
Rural Apprenticeship Innovation for a Stronger Economy (RAISE) Grant
Contact for amount
Kansas Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

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
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
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
Kansas Masonic Foundation Local Community Grants Program
$10,000
Kansas Masonic Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and civic groups in Kansas that partner with local Masonic Lodges to address community needs in areas such as education, public safety, and health services.

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
Heartland Healthy Living Fund
Contact for amount
Heartland Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2024

This fund provides financial support for public health initiatives that promote healthy living and preventative health measures in Ellis, Rooks, and Trego Counties, Kansas.

Health
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
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
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 Butler County Communities Grant
$3,000
Central Kansas Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2024

Date Added

Jun 24, 2024

The Butler County Communities Grant Cycle, managed by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, is dedicated to enhancing communities within Butler County, Kansas. This grant program is a testament to the foundation's mission of supporting charitable, scientific, and educational purposes through various community-focused initiatives. It aligns with the foundation's strategic priority to foster community service, projects, programs, and events that directly contribute to local betterment. The overall goal is to uplift the quality of life and address specific needs within El Dorado and broader Butler County. The grant targets a diverse set of beneficiaries and aims for significant impact. The El Dorado Prairie Port Festival Fund specifically supports community events designed to improve family relationships by bringing together residents and former residents of El Dorado, KS. The George Trimble Special Needs Charitable Fund focuses on the welfare and safety of El Dorado citizens, providing critical response in disasters, promoting public health and education, and offering general assistance to the needy. The Kansas Health Foundation Funds (both Butler County and El Dorado) are dedicated to underwriting solutions to local health issues, encouraging healthy lifestyles, and promoting well-being across individuals and communities. The expected outcomes include stronger family bonds, enhanced public safety and health, and a more resilient community in the face of challenges. A key priority of this grant cycle, particularly for the El Dorado Prairie Port Festival Fund, is the funding of new community events in El Dorado, KS, alongside supporting existing ones. The George Trimble Special Needs Charitable Fund prioritizes critical response to disasters and the promotion of public health and safety. The Kansas Health Foundation Funds prioritize solutions to local health issues and the promotion of healthy lifestyles. The foundation's theory of change appears to be that by strategically investing in community events, critical support services, and health initiatives, they can foster a more connected, safer, and healthier environment for all residents of Butler County and El Dorado. The measurable results for this grant cycle include the number of new and existing community events supported, the reach and impact of disaster relief and public health programs, and the improvements in health and well-being metrics within the targeted communities. Specific funding limits are in place to ensure a broad distribution of resources: requests should not exceed $1,500 for the El Dorado Prairie Port Festival Fund and Kansas Health Foundation Fund – El Dorado, $1,200 for the Kansas Health Foundation Fund – Butler County, and $3,000 for the George Trimble Special Needs Charitable Fund. Organizations applying must possess 501(c)(3) status or equivalent and be managed by reliable, ethical, and experienced personnel, ensuring accountability and effective use of funds.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Digital Opportunities to Connect Kansans Program 2024
$250,000
Kansas Department of Commerce
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 23, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations in Kansas to improve digital literacy and skills training, particularly for low-income individuals, veterans, seniors, and rural residents in economically distressed areas.

Recreation
City or township governments
FY24 DEFENSE ESTABLISHED PROGRAM TO STIMULATE COMPETITIVE RESEARCH (DEPSCoR) RESEARCH COLLABORATION (RC)
$600,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Office of Scientific Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 25, 2024

Date Added

Mar 29, 2024

This program provides funding to universities in eligible states to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering that support the needs of the Department of Defense.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
14(c) to Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) Grant
Contact for amount
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 9, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Kansas organizations transitioning employees with disabilities from subminimum wage jobs to competitive, integrated employment, promoting inclusivity and compliance with state and federal mandates.

Employment Labor and Training
County governments
Collective Impact Grant
$20,000,000
The Kauffman Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This funding opportunity supports coalitions of organizations in the Kansas City region working together to create lasting solutions that improve economic mobility for local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits