Kansas grants for Individuals

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Kansas-based providers of Home and Community-Based Services to modernize their service delivery and enhance community integration and employment access for individuals with disabilities.

The City of Wichita's Operating Grants program aims to provide essential operational support for qualifying 501(c)(3) non-profit arts and cultural organizations that significantly serve the citizens of Wichita. This initiative aligns with the city's long-standing mission to recognize, preserve, and celebrate Wichita’s rich arts and cultural heritage, acknowledging its profound impact on residents' quality of life. The funding is intended to bolster the infrastructure and day-to-day functions of these vital organizations, ensuring the continued accessibility and vibrancy of cultural experiences within the community. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are non-profit arts and cultural organizations operating within the City of Wichita. The overarching impact goal is to sustain and enhance the city's cultural landscape, thereby enriching the lives of Wichita citizens through diverse artistic and cultural programming. By supporting these organizations, the city aims to foster a dynamic cultural environment that contributes to community well-being and civic pride. The program prioritizes organizations that have as their primary purpose the production, presentation, advancement, or preservation of arts or culture in Wichita, serving its residents for a minimum of two years. Key focuses include organizations with full-time professional management or cultural/artistic staff, those presenting a full season of programming, and those demonstrating ADA compliance and adherence to equal opportunity employment requirements. The grant specifically funds operational expenses such as salaries, office rent, utilities, and general website upkeep, recognizing that stable operations are fundamental to consistent program delivery. Expected outcomes include the sustained operation and growth of Wichita's arts and cultural organizations, leading to a broader array of cultural offerings for residents. Measurable results could include the number of performances or exhibitions presented, the number of citizens served, and the overall financial stability of recipient organizations. The city's strategic priority is to invest in its cultural assets to maintain a high quality of life and a strong community identity, with the theory of change positing that direct operational funding empowers cultural organizations to deliver their services more effectively, leading to a more culturally enriched and engaged populace. Funding limitations are based on an organization's actual expenses in its most recently completed fiscal year, categorizing them as "Small" (less than $250,000 in expenses, eligible for up to 15% of expenses), "Medium" (between $250,000 and $499,999 in expenses, eligible for up to 10% of expenses), or "Large" ($500,000 or more in expenses, eligible for up to 8% of expenses or $75,000, whichever is less). Organizations can submit only one application per cycle. This tiered approach ensures that funding is distributed equitably and proportionally to the operational scale of each applicant, maximizing the program's reach and impact across the diverse cultural ecosystem of Wichita.

This grant provides financial support to childcare providers in Reno County, Kansas, to enhance their programs and strengthen the local childcare infrastructure.

This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.

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 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 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 funding initiative supports arts-related projects in Lawrence, Kansas, that promote community engagement, diversity, and sustainability, benefiting local artists and organizations.

This grant provides financial support to early-career artists in Saline County, Kansas, to help them develop their work and engage with the community through public projects.

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.

This grant provides financial support to early-career filmmakers in the Kansas City area for the production of new short narrative films, with a focus on projects that promote diversity and highlight the local community.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community entities in Peabody, Kansas, to support charitable projects that improve local health and enhance community well-being.

This fund provides financial assistance to young softball players and teams in Saline County, Kansas, ensuring that those with limited financial means can participate in the sport without barriers.

This program provides funding to artists and nonprofit organizations in six states to create and present innovative new works that engage the public and serve underserved communities.

This grant provides financial support to local screenwriters in the Kansas City area for original scripts that emphasize regional stories and themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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 and institutions in Saline County, Kansas, to support programs that empower women, promote family well-being, and combat racism.

This grant provides financial assistance to individual youth players in Saline County, Kansas, who need help covering costs associated with participating in organized baseball.