Missouri Grants

The Charless Foundation is offering grants ranging from $5,000 to $30,000 to 501(c)3 nonprofits that support the health, welfare, and wellness of economically underserved seniors in the St. Louis region, particularly through residential support, aging in place, health and safety resources, and social support, with a preference for initiatives in South St. Louis City.

LaunchKC is accepting applications for its Grants Competition to attract and retain high-growth tech startups to Downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Donor Name: LaunchKC State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Powered by a purpose to ignite Kansas City’s entrepreneurial spirit, LaunchKC searches nationwide for innovative, diverse early-stage startups looking to take their business to the next level. Each year, they invest more than $500,000 into startups, offering founders a chance to secure $55,000 in funding and gain access to a host of support services – in exchange for headquartering their business in Kansas City, Missouri for at least one year. LaunchKC is a source of equity-free funding for early-stage startups and an opportunity to root your business within a growing entrepreneurial hub surrounded by a community of mentors, collaborators, and resources. LaunchKC believe the promise of tomorrow starts with championing the people building it today. At LaunchKC, they look for companies that are: Founders with pre-seed and seed stage companies. Companies with an innovative and scalable business model. Technology-enabled solutions. Diverse founder teams with a desire to help Kansas City’s ecosystem grow. A strong desire to grow your business in Kansas City. For nearly a decade, LaunchKC has given early-stage startups the tools, resources, capital, and talent they need to thrive and grow. Each year, the grant recipients receive a share of a $500,000 investment and also receive: One-on-one mentorship with industry experts. Curated programming, fundraising support, and access to the LaunchKC network. Free office space in Downtown Kansas City. LaunchKC grant recipients are required to relocate to Kansas City, MO for one year. Founders should not only be willing to relocate their company to Kansas City but should see significant value and opportunity in operating in  city. Companies must agree to locate in Kansas City, MO for at least one year Locate 50% of the full-time team or one full-tiime founder and 50% of their staff in Kansas City for at least a year Eligibility Criteria At LaunchKC, they look for companies that are: For-profit entities with technology-based products, services, or solutions. All industries Scalable business models Early-Stage companies (includes Bootstrapped, Pre-Seed, and Seed Stage) The following companies are not eligible: Retail businesses with brick and mortar storefronts Residential real property business Investment vehicles that invest in the securities of other entities Sports venues Gaming and gambling businesses Places of overnight accommodation Past LaunchKC cash-prize winners Entertainment-related establishments Single-purpose entertainment or event productions (e.g. movies, albums, concerts) For more information, visit LaunchKC.

The Republic Community Foundation works to improve the quality of life for individuals in Republic through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership. Donor Name: Republic Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The unique role of a community foundation is to conduct a flexible community grantmaking program which addresses the most important needs of the community at any one time. The flexibility this requires is made possible by charitable donors who established unrestricted or field-of-interest funds and place the decision-making in the hands of the community leaders serving on the Board of Directors as well as dollars raised by the Republic Community Foundation. Grant decisions for this program are made by the Republic Philanthropic Society (also referred to as The RepMO PHIL).  The Republic PHIL is excited to award grants to address priority needs in Republic – including the expansion of current programs and/or the creation of new services. Collaboration in this endeavor is encouraged, but not required. Grant proposals are accepted according to an announced time table, and grant recommendations are made as funds are available. Funding Information Maximum request amount: $20,000.00. Eligibility Criteria  501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving Republic are eligible to apply. Applicants who serve Republic are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit CFO.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Small Arts Grant Fund. Donor Name: Francis Family Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/05/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for a Small Arts Grant, an organization should be: Located within the greater Kansas City area (60-mile radius), AND A tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity with a federal Employer Identification Number (EIN), or partner with another organization that can serve as a fiscal sponsor, AND An arts organization with annual revenues of less than $300,000 last fiscal year OR A non-arts organization – regardless of budget size or mission – with a community-based arts program that provides access to arts and culture opportunities in traditional and non-traditional sites throughout the greater Kansas City area. NOTE: In 2022, the Foundation structure transitioned from a community board to a family board and granting priorities and strategies changed; however, investment in the Small Arts Grants Fund will continue unchanged. For more information, visit Francis Family Foundation.

The James S. McDonnell Foundation is seeking applications that propose innovative, sustainable, and scalable approaches to wealth building and preservation for JSMF priority communities and groups. Donor Name: James S. McDonnell Foundation State: Missouri County: Saint Louis City (MO), Saint Louis County (MO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: These include the City of St. Louis and North St. Louis County, with a focus on low and moderate-income individuals and families, and Black and historically marginalized groups, including immigrants. Objectives Increase the number of individuals and families in JSMF priority communities and groups served by proposed financial products, services, or practices. Increase in wealth and preservation of wealth for individuals and families. Successful proposals will present concepts aligned with one or more of the following tactics, which support strategic framework for helping individuals and communities build and protect wealth within our priority communities and groups  Tactic A: Increase access to existing or new low-cost, low-barrier financial products and services that drive asset attainment, growth, and preservation. Tactic B: Build the capacity of community-based organizations and financial institutions to support wealth building and preservation. Tactic C: Attract new investment capital to disinvested communities in the City of St. Louis and North St. Louis County. The foundation fully expect proposals will go beyond these examples. Developing new loan products to scale homeownership. Providing private equity access for companies owned by people of color. Adjusting financial products to support small and diverse-owned business success. Creating investment products and services that increase ownership in financial markets. Supporting the adoption of employee ownership business models. Implementing systemic changes to credit building. Funding Information Awards totaling $1.8 million. Two to four grants ranging from $450,000 to $900,000. Most grants will be awarded for one to three years.  Criteria Develop innovative financial products, services, or practices to create and preserve wealth in JSMF priority populations. Potential for scalability and sustainability of the proposed approach. Align with JSMF’s mission and guiding principles. Applicants must be a 501(c)3 or have a fiscal sponsor. For more information, visit JSMF.

The James S. McDonnell Foundation is seeking applications from organizations collaborating to bring people together across diverse zip codes, races, and income levels to support economic mobility in JSMF priority communities and groups. Donor Name: James S. McDonnell Foundation State: Missouri County: Saint Louis City (MO), Saint Louis County (MO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: These include the City of St. Louis and North St. Louis County, with a focus on low and moderate-income individuals and families, and Black and historically marginalized groups, including immigrants. Objectives Strengthen the collaborative capacity of people from different backgrounds to work across differences. Improve the economic well-being of JSMF priority populations. The foundation fully expect proposals will go beyond these examples. Youth mentorship across class divisions Networking support for landing a first job Community investment clubs Business-to-business mentorship Peer-to-peer lending Funding Information Awards totaling $200,000. Five to ten grants ranging from $20,000 to $40,000. Most grants will be awarded for one to three years.  Eligibility Criteria Bring people together across diverse geographies, races, and income levels to partner for the first time. Demonstrate a clear alignment with JSMF’s mission and guiding principles. Employ approaches to strengthen the collaborative capacity of participants. Create a positive, long-term, tangible impact on the economic well-being of JSMF priority populations. Applicants must be a 501(c)3 or have a fiscal sponsor. For more information, visit JSMF.

The spring application period for Wentzville’s Facade Improvement Grant Program is now open! Donor Name: City of Wentzville State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of this program is to permit and encourage the preservation of historic structures and avoid general neighborhood deterioration through renovation and restoration. This program is open to businesses and mixed-use buildings more than 30 years old that are located in the HD-1, HD-2 or HD-3 zoning districts.  These grants are designed to: Boost property development Strengthen new and existing businesses Facilitate the rehabilitation and modernization of downtown buildings. Funding Information Facade Improvement Grants are a 50-50 match for an amount not to exceed $10,000, per project. For more information, visit City of Wentzville.

The City of Wentzville is accepting applications for its Business Development Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Wentzville State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This program is open to new or significantly expanding businesses in Wentzville’s Historic Downtown zoning districts (HD-1, HD-2 or HD-3). The Business Development Grant is designed to ease start-up and/or business development costs. The grant can be used for various interior building improvements such as paint, finish carpentry, flooring or countertops. New businesses must have been open for less than 12 months. These grants are designed to: Boost property development Strengthen new and existing businesses Facilitate the rehabilitation and modernization of downtown buildings. For more information, visit City of Wentzville.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, school districts, and faith-based groups in Greene County, Missouri, to collaboratively address significant community challenges and create a positive impact in the Springfield area.

The Nevada/Vernon County Community Foundation is seeking applications to improve the quality of life for individuals in Vernon County through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership. Donor Name: Nevada/Vernon County Community Foundation State: Missouri County: Vernon County (MO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Nevada/Vernon County Community Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors, chosen for their knowledge of the area. The unique role of a community foundation is to conduct a flexible community grantmaking program which addresses the most important needs of the community at any one time. The flexibility this requires is made possible by charitable donors who established unrestricted or field-of-interest funds and place the decision-making in the hands of the community leaders serving on our Board of Directors as well as dollars raised by the Nevada/Vernon County Community Foundation. This grant program is funded by the Nevada/Vernon County Philanthropic Society. The mission of the Philanthropic Society is to pool the annual membership gifts of up to 100 individuals, couples, and businesses in Nevada/Vernon County for distribution in support of local projects that improve the services and quality of life in this community. Funding Information Maximum grant request amount is $25,000.  Eligibility Criteria Grant proposals are accepted according to an announced time table, and grant recommendations are made as funds are available. 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving the Nevada/Vernon County area are eligible to apply.  For more information, visit CFO.

The Benton County Community Foundation is seeking applications to improve the quality of life for individuals in Benton County through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership. Donor Name: Benton County Community Foundation State: Missouri County: Benton County (MO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Benton County Community Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors, chosen for their knowledge of the area. The unique role of a community foundation is to conduct a flexible community grantmaking program which addresses the most important needs of the community at any one time. The flexibility this requires is made possible by charitable donors who established unrestricted or field-of-interest funds and place the decision-making in the hands of the community leaders serving on Board of Directors as well as dollars raised by the Benton County Community Foundation. Grant decisions for this program are made by the Benton County Philanthropic Society (also referred to as The Benton County PHIL – Philanthropic Hometown Impact Leaders).   The Benton County PHIL is excited to award grants to address priority needs in Benton County – including the expansion of current programs and/or the creation of new services. Funding Information For 2024, the Patterson Family Foundation has awarded a one-time matching grant of $25,000.00, bringing the total grant budget to $50,000.00. The maximum request amount is $25,000.00, with additional amounts of $15,000.00 and $10,000.00 being awarded to the second and third highly-ranked agencies.  Eligibility Criteria Collaboration in this endeavor is encouraged, but not required. Grant proposals are accepted according to an announced time table, and grant recommendations are made as funds are available.501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving Benton County are eligible to apply. For more information, visit CFO.

The Mount Vernon Area Community Foundation is inviting applicants to improve the quality of life for individuals in the Mount Vernon area through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership Donor Name: Mount Vernon Area Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The unique role of a community foundation is to conduct a flexible community grantmaking program which addresses the most important needs of the community at any one time. The flexibility this requires is made possible by charitable donors who established unrestricted or field-of-interest funds and place the decision-making in the hands of the community leaders serving on Board of Directors as well as dollars raised by the Mount Vernon Area Community Foundation. Funding Information Maximum request amount: $10,000.00.  Eligibility Criteria Grant proposals are accepted according to an announced time table, and grant recommendations are made as funds are available. 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving the Mount Vernon Area are eligible to apply. For more information, visit CFO.

The Truman Lake Area Community Foundation is accepting applications to improve the quality of life for individuals in the Truman Lake region through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership. Donor Name: Truman Lake Area Community Foundation State: Missouri County: Benton County (MO), Henry County (MO), Hickory County (MO), Saint Clair County (MO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Truman Lake Area Community Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors, chosen for their knowledge of the area. Grant decisions are made by the grant committee. The unique role of a community foundation is to conduct a flexible community grantmaking program which addresses the most important needs of the community at any one time. The flexibility this requires is made possible by charitable donors who established unrestricted or field-of-interest funds and place the decision-making in the hands of the community leaders serving on Board of Directors as well as dollars raised by the Truman Lake Area Community Foundation. Funding Information Applicants may apply for up to $5,000 in funding for this grant cycle. Eligibility Criteria Grant proposals are accepted according to an announced timetable, and grant recommendations are made as funds are available. 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving the Truman Lake area are eligible to apply. For more information, visit CFO.

The Northwest Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety (NWMCRS) is offering grants for highway and traffic safety programs and resources. Donor Name: Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) State: Missouri County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: St. Joseph, Mo. – Over the last several years, agencies and organizations across Northwest Missouri have received funding for programs aimed at reducing injuries and fatalities on the roadways. With reports showing 49 fatalities within 16 of the Northwest Region’s 20 counties during 2023, the work is not over yet. Funding Information  Grant requests may not exceed $5,000. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations eligible to apply for these funds include schools, community groups, law enforcement, health departments, and more. For more information, visit MoDOT.

The Republic Community Foundation is seeking applications to improve the quality of life for individuals in the Republic area through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership. Donor Name: Republic Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The unique role of a community foundation is to conduct a flexible community grantmaking program which addresses the most important needs of the community at any one time. The flexibility this requires is made possible by charitable donors who established unrestricted or field-of-interest funds and place the decision-making in the hands of the community leaders serving on Board of Directors as well as dollars raised by the Republic Community Foundation. Funding Information Applicants may apply for up to $3,500 in funding for this grant cycle. Eligibility Criteria Grant proposals are accepted according to an announced time table, and grant recommendations are made as funds are available. 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving the Republic area are eligible to apply. For more information, visit CFO.

The Greater Kansas City Community Foundation is seeking applications for EITAS Grants to provide funding for support and services to Jackson County citizens with developmental disabilities. Donor Name: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation State: Missouri County: Jackson County (MO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/14/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Areas of Interest In keeping with the intent of its enabling legislation, eitas provides funding for the services, supports, and capital resources necessary for individuals with developmental disabilities to reside in and belong to their community. For more than 35 years, eitas has been dedicated to funding programs that offer essential services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Jackson County. Eitas’ commitment ensures that everyone eligible gets the necessary support and care they deserve, aiming for both their satisfaction and well-being. Funding priorities are as follows:  Transportation Inclusion with community Crisis prevention and support Transition Safe equitable access to housing. Eligibility Criteria Grants are made to nonprofits that have current 501(c)(3) status, and provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families residing within Jackson County, Missouri. Ineligibility Eitas will not fund routine costs of business or administrative items such as annual financial audits, technology or equipment not directly related to services and supports for individuals being served, insurance or benefits for provider staff, and costs for personnel that are covered in contracted purchase of service rates from Medicaid or state services. For more information, visit GKCCF.

The Greater Kansas City Community Foundation is providing the Eastland Giving Circle Grant Program for organizations that provide mental health resources for children and youth in Eastern Jackson County. Donor Name: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation State: Missouri County: Jackson County (MO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/04/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Eastland Giving Circle (EGC) is a group of philanthropic and civic-minded individuals dedicated to making a substantive impact to the eastern Jackson County, Missouri area through a yearly donation. Funding Information A grant will be made in the amount of $30,000.  Geographic Area Organizations must have an eastern Jackson County, Missouri presence or mailing address.  Eligibility Criteria Grants are made only to nonprofits that have current 501(c)(3) status.  Ineligibility Individuals, political parties, candidates or political activities. Primary and secondary educational institutions> Religious organizations for denominational programs. Requests for general operating funds For more information, visit GKCCF.

The Kansas City Outdoor Dining Enhancement Grant Program is offering eligible restaurants an opportunity to apply for grants of up to $15,000 to enhance their outdoor dining spaces. Donor Name: City of Kansas City State: Missouri City: Kansas City Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This program aligns with the City’s broader goals of fostering a thriving local economy, supporting small businesses, and creating vibrant, community-oriented neighborhoods. Funding Information Eligible businesses can apply for a grant up to $15,000 to enhance their outdoor dining spaces. Eligiblity Criteria To be eligible a restaurant must:  Be a private, for-profit, full-service restaurant.  Be located within Kansas City, Missouri  Possess all necessary licenses and permits for your business, and be in good standing with the city, a KCMO Tax Clearance letter will be required.  Use the Grant funds to increase the total number of available tables for outdoor dining, specifically, at least six (6) months out of a calendar year.  Must have been in business for at least one (1) year, i.e. acquired a KCMO business license as of July 1, 2023. The size of Street Café or Sidewalk Café to be used must be able to accommodate a 5-foot clear path to meet ADA requirements.  The totality of all grant monies issued must be used for the sole purpose of outdoor dining enhancement of the space listed on application, including but not limited to, building structure construction, building infrastructure, expanding walkways, purchasing of furniture and coverings and necessary permit(s) costs. For more information, visit City of Kansas City.

The Greater Kansas City Community Foundation is seeking applications for EITAS Grants to provide funding for support and services to Jackson County citizens with developmental disabilities. Donor Name: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation State: Missouri County: Jackson County (MO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/14/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Areas of Interest In keeping with the intent of its enabling legislation, eitas provides funding for the services, supports, and capital resources necessary for individuals with developmental disabilities to reside in and belong to their community. For more than 35 years, eitas has been dedicated to funding programs that offer essential services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Jackson County. Eitas’ commitment ensures that everyone eligible gets the necessary support and care they deserve, aiming for both their satisfaction and well-being. Funding priorities are as follows:  Transportation Inclusion with community Crisis prevention and support Transition Safe equitable access to housing. Eligibility Criteria Grants are made to nonprofits that have current 501(c)(3) status, and provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families residing within Jackson County, Missouri. Ineligibility Eitas will not fund routine costs of business or administrative items such as annual financial audits, technology or equipment not directly related to services and supports for individuals being served, insurance or benefits for provider staff, and costs for personnel that are covered in contracted purchase of service rates from Medicaid or state services. For more information, visit GKCCF.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and schools in Missouri to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that improve the quality of life for underrepresented communities.