Kansas Workforce Development Grants

The Mazuma Foundation's grant program is deeply aligned with its mission to partner with non-profit organizations to enhance the quality of life within its field of membership. This includes Jackson, Clay, Platte, Cass, Johnson, and Wyandotte counties in the Kansas City region. The foundation's strategic priority is to effect positive change in these communities through charitable giving, supporting organizations that directly address critical needs and uplift residents. The program targets a broad range of beneficiaries, including individuals and communities served by organizations focused on the arts, financial education, and community development. The impact goals are to foster artistic expression and cultural enrichment, develop financial knowledge and career readiness for youth and adults, and improve the overall living experience in the Kansas City area. The foundation aims for measurable results in these core areas, contributing to a more vibrant, financially literate, and developed community. The grant program focuses on three core areas: The Arts, Financial Education, and Community Development. Within "The Arts," grants support fine or performing arts organizations (e.g., drawing, painting, theatre, orchestra, band, dance) in the Kansas City area. For "Financial Education," the focus is on developing financial knowledge, entrepreneurship, or career development for youth or adults. "Community Development" supports organizations actively working to make Kansas City a better place to live by enhancing the community experience. The expected outcomes are positive changes in the communities served, with specific emphasis on enriching the cultural landscape, empowering individuals through financial literacy, and fostering a stronger sense of community. The Mazuma Foundation's theory of change posits that by investing in these key areas through strategic grants, they can contribute to a sustainable improvement in the quality of life across the Kansas City region. Grant amounts will go up to a maximum of $15,000, and eligible organizations must be registered 501(c)3 non-profits.

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.

This program provides financial support to practicing, professional, and emerging artists in Wichita to help them pursue professional development and skill-building opportunities that enhance their careers.

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

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 small businesses in Overland Park, Kansas, to support their growth through various development activities, such as staff training, equipment purchases, and commercial improvements.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in rural Kansas and western Missouri to expand access to advanced academic courses for students, promoting educational equity and preparing them for college and careers.

This program provides funding to educational institutions, arts organizations, and community nonprofits in Kansas to promote cultural and artistic activities that enhance student achievement, community development, and workforce readiness.

This funding opportunity supports initiatives that recruit and develop qualified teachers in rural Kansas and western Missouri communities with populations under 50,000, focusing on alternative certification pathways and local workforce models.

This funding opportunity supports childcare providers in rural Kansas and western Missouri to improve early childhood education and care for children from birth to five years.

This funding initiative provides financial support to various organizations, including local governments and private businesses, to develop a network of electric vehicle charging stations along key highways in Kansas.

This grant provides support to Kansas organizations in the education, faith, government, or nonprofit sectors to develop leadership skills at all levels, fostering a culture of adaptability and collaboration to address community challenges.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in Reno County, Kansas, for innovative projects that enhance community culture, support youth development, foster community engagement, and strengthen local nonprofits.