Kansas Private Grants

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.

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.

About the Fund The Dane G. Hansen Foundation of Logan, KS, partners with the Greater Salina Community Foundation (GSCF) and the Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation (GNWKCF) to help improve the quality of life for communities in 26 counties of Northwest Kansas. GSCF and 11 of its affiliate foundations are allocated funding for grants to distribute to 14 counties for charitable projects through a competitive application process. What do the funds support? Grants will be awarded to projects or programs that address the following areas: Education: Enhances the learning environment and expands opportunities for students. Provides increased self-reliance on personal life skills and workforce capability. Health Care: Ensures access to quality health services and promotes healthy life practices. Community Social Services & Security: Enhance access to social services needed for individuals of special needs and supports systems to provide community disaster relief and general community emergencies. Conservation & Environment: Support efforts to improve and maintain high air and water quality, appreciation for our natural environment and enhances economic and social benefits of outdoor resources. Arts & Culture: Provide cultural and artistic opportunities to enhance the quality of life for local residents and to encourage tourism and the exchange of ideas. Community Beautification: Support efforts to improve and maintain public spaces to enhance community pride and encourage socialization among residents. Preference will be given to applications that include community involvement and volunteerism. Grants may not be awarded to: reduce or replace regular budgetary needs for programs or projects that are tax-supported support endowment or operational expenses Grant renewed every year. Grant Spring annual opening/ closing deadline: March 15th to May 15th

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.

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.

This award recognizes and rewards Kansas landowners who implement outstanding conservation practices that enhance soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitat on their farms, ranches, or forestlands.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit early childcare centers and qualified family childcare homes in Northwest Kansas to ensure their sustainability and enhance the quality of early childhood education for young children.

This funding initiative provides financial support to small- and mid-scale urban farmers in the Kansas City area to enhance local food production and community benefits.

This grant provides financial support to independently owned legacy businesses along the historic Route 66 corridor, focusing on preservation projects that enhance visibility and sustainability, particularly for underrepresented communities.

This grant provides financial support and exhibition opportunities to exceptional visual artists residing in the Greater Kansas City area, enabling them to advance their artistic practices and gain recognition in the local arts community.

This initiative provides up to $5,000 in unrestricted funds to nonprofit organizations serving Black, Brown, immigrant, refugee, and rural populations in Kansas and Missouri, with a focus on advancing health equity through accessible healthcare services.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and tribal governments in Colorado, Utah, and Western Kansas that are working to improve health outcomes and promote social justice for underserved communities through innovative and collaborative initiatives.

This program provides financial support to grassroots, artist-run organizations and projects in Kansas City, helping them sustain and expand their creative initiatives within the local community.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in East Central Kansas that serve underserved communities through education, cultural initiatives, health services, and community improvement projects.

This grant provides financial support to Manhattan-based nonprofits for projects that enhance community well-being, promote environmental conservation, and develop recreational infrastructure in the area.

This mini-grant program provides financial support to local nonprofits, churches, schools, and government organizations within 25 miles of Parsons, Kansas, to implement community-enhancing projects.

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 funding opportunity provides financial support for non-profit organizations, community groups, and individuals working on charitable projects that improve the quality of life in Smith County.

This funding initiative provides financial support for artistic projects that enhance cultural experiences and community engagement in Topeka, prioritizing local artists and organizations while also welcoming projects that benefit the city's residents.