Kansas Recreation Grants

The Douglas County Community Foundation in Kansas is inviting applications for its Livewell Community Wellness Grants, aimed at supporting organizations that promote healthy eating and physical activity, or offer programs to reduce lifestyle-related chronic diseases, with the proposal required to come from a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or government entity and benefit the residents of Douglas County.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities within the UDS 260 area for innovative community projects that enhance local well-being.

This funding program provides financial support to Kansas cities and counties for building sidewalks and trails that improve access to essential services for low- and moderate-income residents.

This grant provides funding to small and larger communities in Kansas for the construction or renovation of public recreational facilities and libraries to enhance community engagement and well-being.

The Dickinson County Youth In Action Grant program, offered by the Community Foundation of Dickinson County, is a competitive application designed to support middle and high school groups within the area. This grant program provides awards of up to $1,000, aiming to foster positive initiatives and activities among youth in the community. While the explicit mission statement of the Community Foundation of Dickinson County is not detailed in the provided text, the Youth In Action Grant program clearly aligns with a broader philanthropic mission to invest in community development and youth empowerment, ensuring the next generation has resources to pursue positive endeavors. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are clubs, activity groups, and athletic groups from Dickinson County middle and high schools. The program's impact goals center on empowering these youth groups to undertake projects, events, or activities that benefit their members and the wider school or community. By providing financial support, the program seeks to facilitate student-led initiatives, encourage civic engagement, and develop leadership skills among young people. The grant's focus is on direct support to these student organizations, enabling them to bring their ideas to fruition. The key priorities and focuses of the Youth In Action Grant program are rooted in supporting student-driven activities that have a tangible impact. The eligibility criteria specifically target established groups within middle and high schools, indicating an emphasis on collective action and structured programs rather than individual projects. This suggests a strategic focus on building capacity within existing youth organizations and fostering collaborative efforts among students. The grant seeks to be accessible, with a clear application process, encouraging widespread participation from eligible groups. While specific measurable outcomes and a detailed theory of change are not explicitly outlined in the provided description, the inherent goal of the grant is to support and enable youth initiatives. Expected outcomes likely include an increase in youth participation in school and community activities, the successful execution of student-led projects, and the development of valuable life skills among participants. The success of the program would implicitly be measured by the number and quality of projects funded, the reach of those projects within the schools and community, and anecdotal evidence of positive youth engagement and development. The Community Foundation's strategic priority, as evidenced by this grant, appears to be investing directly in the local youth population to cultivate future community leaders and active citizens.

This program provides funding to support community events that promote cultural and economic development in Lawrence, Kansas, enhancing the city's unique identity.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods for improving local football fields, ensuring safe and accessible play spaces for community youth.

This grant provides funding to nonprofits and public entities in Mitchell County, Kansas, to support projects that enhance education, healthcare, social services, environmental conservation, arts and culture, and community beautification.

This program provides funding to various organizations and businesses in Kansas to create or improve tourism attractions that will draw more visitors and stimulate the local economy.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to childcare organizations in the Salina area to help increase wages for early childhood educators, specifically targeting Teachers’ Assistants and Lead Teachers.

This grant provides funding to nonprofits, educational institutions, government agencies, and religious organizations for health-related projects that benefit the community in Smith County, Kansas.

This grant provides funding to schools and organizations in the United Way of the Plains' service area to support programs that empower and benefit local youth through initiatives like after-school activities, mentoring, and nutrition services.

This grant provides funding for organizations to support youth-led projects in Reno County that promote engagement, healthy development, and community service.

This program provides financial assistance to various organizations and agencies in Kansas for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and related facilities, promoting outdoor activities for all users.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Greenwood County, Kansas, for innovative projects that improve education, health, community development, and recreational services.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government units in Dickinson County, Kansas, for projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as arts, education, health, and youth services.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and local governments in Kansas to support a variety of arts projects that enhance community engagement, foster creativity, and promote economic development.

This program provides funding to state and local governments for developing and improving outdoor recreational facilities in economically disadvantaged urban communities across the United States.

This funding opportunity supports rural Kansas communities in creating murals that celebrate their unique history and culture, enhancing local identity and engagement.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to nonprofit organizations, schools, and community groups to help children under 18 participate in sports and extracurricular activities, ensuring access for those with financial need.