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Best Daviess County Grants for Nonprofits in Missouri

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Patterson Family Foundation Economic Opportunity Grants

Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +112 more
US $25,000 - US $500,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, school districts, and government entities working on rural economic and community development in Daviess County, Missouri can apply for US $25,000 - US $500,000 to test innovative economic opportunity solutions. With a mission to reinvest in rural communities, Patterson Family Foundation prioritizes regional innovation hubs and industry diversification strategies.
Community Development & Revitalization Rural Development Economic Services & Development

Literacy Advancement Grant

Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +116 more
Unspecified amount
The Literacy Advancement Grant, offered by the Patterson Family Foundation, aims to enhance foundational literacy skills in rural communities of Kansas and western Missouri. This grant supports public school districts and eligible nonprofits in implementing effective educational initiatives that foster reading comprehension and family engagement. Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate community impact and sustainability in their proposals, ensuring a lasting benefit to local literacy efforts.
Rural Development Literacy Teacher Development & Training +1 more

Mental Health Services Grant

Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +116 more
Unspecified amount

Rooted in rural.

Committed to your community

The Patterson Family Foundation, based in Kansas City, Missouri, is a family-led foundation that extends the legacy of Neal and Jeanne Patterson. The Foundation’s mission, “Working together to help rural communities thrive,” is carried forward through strategic grantmaking and other collaborative initiatives that serve rural counties across Kansas and western Missouri. 

Our Mission

Working together to help rural communities thrive.

Grant Types

Open Call Grants

Patterson Family Foundation’s Open Call Grants are publicly announced and submitted through the Grants Portal. Applications are reviewed using criteria aligned with the Foundation’s priorities, including community impact, feasibility, sustainability, and readiness to implement the proposed work in the Kansas or western Missouri rural community. 

This opportunity increases access to mental health support by expanding services, strengthening local care networks, and promoting prevention, harm reduction, and behavioral health education. Projects should create supportive environments that reduce stigma, increase awareness, and help residents access appropriate care. Applicants should plan to report on services delivered, residents served, improvements in access or awareness, and partnerships that enhance local mental health support.

Rural Health Care Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases Community Health Education +1 more

Daviess County Entrepreneurship Funding via Patterson Family Foundation

Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +101 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofits, public school districts, government entities, or fiscally sponsored groups in Daviess County, Missouri can seek support for rural entrepreneurship programs, including business development, mentorship, technical assistance, and ecosystem building. Focused on entrepreneurship and business development, Patterson Family Foundation invites eligible applicants to strengthen local entrepreneurial ecosystems and report on entrepreneurs served, services provided, and key business outcomes.
Business Development Entrepreneurship

Missouri American Water Support for Firefighting

Missouri American Water
Corporate
Andrew County, Missouri, Atchison County, Missouri +53 more
Up to US $1,000
Uniformed professional and volunteer fire departments in Daviess County, Missouri can seek funding for protective gear, communications equipment, firefighting tools, water handling equipment, and training activities. Grants from Missouri American Water offer up to US $1,200 to departments serving communities within the company’s designated Missouri service territories.
Firefighting & Fire Prevention

Computer Science Expansion Grants for Schools from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $10,000
Public and charter high schools expanding PLTW Computer Science programs in Daviess County, Missouri can apply for funding to add courses, sections, or trained teachers. Project Lead the Way grants of US $10,000 support participation fees, required computers, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs, with preference for schools serving mostly high-need students.
Computer Science & Engineering STEM / STEAM Education

Daviess County STEM Funding via Project Lead The Way

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $20,000
Public and charter high schools in Daviess County, Missouri can apply for Project Lead The Way’s PLTW Computer Science – New Program grants, offering US $20,000 to start or expand PLTW computer science courses. Funding covers participation fees, required computers, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training with related travel, room, and board costs.
Computer Science & Engineering STEM / STEAM Education

Ameren Grants for Daviess County Community Programs

Ameren Corporation
Corporate
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +149 more
Unspecified amount
Daviess County, Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding through Ameren for community programs in education, civic engagement, economic services, and community development. Eligible organizations must be located in or serving communities where Ameren has a business presence in Missouri or Illinois, and can apply during the annual mid-year grant cycle.
Education Economic Services & Development Civic Engagement & Education +1 more

Animal Welfare Grants for Nonprofits from Nestlé Purina

Nestlé Purina
Corporate
Adams County, Colorado, Adams County, Pennsylvania +361 more
Unspecified amount
Grants for 501(c)(3) pet welfare organizations in Daviess County, Missouri and other eligible U.S. communities help expand animal welfare services, including capacity building, capital improvements, and spay/neuter programs. Funding from Nestlé Purina is available to shelters and similar groups located near its St. Louis headquarters or designated manufacturing locations.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Project Lead the Way Support for STEM

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $15,000
Public and charter schools in Daviess County, Missouri can receive US $15,000 to start or expand PLTW Launch STEM programs, covering fees, technology, equipment, supplies, and teacher training. With a mission to expand hands-on STEM learning, Project Lead the Way provides multi-year support, prioritizing schools serving high-need student populations.
STEM / STEAM Education

Chronic Disease Prevention, Screening, and Education Grants

Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +116 more
Unspecified amount
The Patterson Family Foundation offers Chronic Disease Prevention, Screening, and Education Grants aimed at community initiatives that enhance health management. This funding supports programs that increase awareness of chronic conditions, promote healthy behaviors, and provide access to screening and education in rural areas. Projects must demonstrate community impact and readiness for implementation, focusing on early detection and long-term health improvement for residents in Kansas and western Missouri.
Diseases & Conditions Rural Health Care Educational Access & Equity +4 more

Early College Pathways

Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +116 more
Unspecified amount
The Early College Pathways program by the Patterson Family Foundation aims to empower students to earn both a high school diploma and college credit. This initiative fosters partnerships between school districts and accredited colleges, enhancing educational attainment while reducing costs. By supporting local career transitions and strengthening the workforce pipeline, it promotes sustainable growth in rural communities. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and educational entities serving Kansas and western Missouri, focusing on student success and community engagement.
Education - Higher Education Rural Development Academic Success & Enrichment +1 more

STEM Program Expansion Grants from Project Lead

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $5,000
Public and charter K–12 schools in Daviess County, Missouri can use this grant to expand PLTW Launch STEM programs, including fees, required equipment, devices, and teacher training. Project Lead the Way offers about US $5,000, with preference for schools serving a majority of high-need students and a one-year reporting requirement.
STEM / STEAM Education

Daviess STEM Education Funding via Project Lead

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $10,000
Public and charter middle schools in Daviess County, Missouri can apply for Project Lead The Way’s PLTW Gateway – Program Expansion grants; awards US $10,000 for expanding existing PLTW Gateway STEM programs. Funds may cover participation fees, required computers or tablets, program equipment and supplies, and PLTW Core Training with related travel, room, and board costs.
STEM / STEAM Education

STEM Education Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $20,000
Public and charter middle schools in Daviess County, Missouri can receive US $20,000 to start or expand PLTW Gateway STEM programs, covering fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and core training costs. Project Lead the Way prioritizes schools with high-need student populations and requires adding at least one new Gateway unit each year of the two-year grant.
STEM / STEAM Education

Daviess County Engineering Funding via Project Lead The Way

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $30,000
Public and charter high schools in Daviess County, Missouri can apply for US $30,000 to start or expand PLTW Engineering programs, covering fees, required equipment, technology, and teacher training. Grants from Project Lead The Way help eligible schools add at least one new engineering unit each year, with preference for high-need student populations.
Engineering

Nestlé Purina Grants for Daviess County Pets

Nestlé Purina
Corporate
Adams County, Colorado, Adams County, Pennsylvania +361 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) pet welfare organizations hosting cat or dog welfare events in Daviess County, Missouri can seek event sponsorship support, product donations, or samples. Grants from Nestlé Purina help U.S. groups within 50 miles of its facilities fund pet-focused community events, with at least six months’ lead time required.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Daviess County Engineering Funding via Project Lead The Way

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $10,000
Public and charter high schools expanding existing PLTW Engineering programs in Daviess County, Missouri can use this grant for participation fees, required computers or tablets, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs. With a mission to grow hands-on K–12 STEM learning, Project Lead The Way provides about US $10,000, prioritizing schools with majority high-need students.
Engineering

Bob Zylstra STEM Scholarship

Grand Rapids Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000 - US $5,000
The Bob Zylstra STEM Scholarship, offered by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, supports undergraduate students who identify as female or as students of color from West Michigan. This scholarship aims to empower students pursuing STEM majors by removing barriers to education and fostering diversity in these fields. Each year, the foundation awards scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $5,000 to help students achieve their academic and career aspirations.
Education - Higher Education College Success / Persistence Educational Access & Equity +3 more

Carolyn Gallmeyer Scholarship

Grand Rapids Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000 - US $5,000
The Carolyn Gallmeyer Scholarship, provided by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, supports students from Kent County pursuing college or career training. This scholarship aims to remove barriers to education, empowering students to achieve their aspirations. With awards typically ranging from $2,000 to $5,000, it directly contributes to tuition and essential costs. The foundation emphasizes inclusivity, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive in their academic journeys.
Education - Higher Education College Success / Persistence Educational Access & Equity

Black Men Building Resources Scholarship

Grand Rapids Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000 - US $5,000
The Black Men Building Resources Scholarship, offered by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, supports African-American undergraduates from Kent County. This scholarship aims to empower students pursuing college or career training by removing barriers to academic success. With awards ranging from $2,000 to $5,000, the program prioritizes applicants with high financial need, ensuring that opportunities are accessible to those who strive for educational advancement in West Michigan.
Education - Higher Education College Success / Persistence Educational Access & Equity +1 more

Audrey L. Wright Scholarship

Grand Rapids Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000 - US $5,000
The Audrey L. Wright Scholarship, offered by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, supports undergraduate students who are long-term residents of Kent County. This scholarship is aimed at those pursuing education or language studies and requires a minimum GPA of 3.0. By removing barriers to academic success, it empowers local students to achieve their educational ambitions and contributes to a thriving and inclusive community in West Michigan.
Education - Higher Education College Success / Persistence Educational Access & Equity +2 more

Armando "Frank" Quaglia Veteran's Scholarship

Grand Rapids Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000 - US $5,000
The Armando "Frank" Quaglia Veteran's Scholarship, offered by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, supports full-time graduate or upper-level undergraduate students from Kent or Ionia County pursuing healthcare or engineering degrees. With a minimum 3.0 GPA, preference is given to veterans and their families. This scholarship aims to eliminate barriers to education, fostering academic success and connecting students to opportunities in West Michigan's inclusive community.
Education - Higher Education College Success / Persistence Educational Access & Equity +3 more

Altrusa International of Grand Rapids Scholarship

Grand Rapids Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000 - US $5,000
The Altrusa International of Grand Rapids Scholarship, supported by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, aims to empower students from Allegan, Kent, Ionia, Muskegon, Montcalm, and Ottawa Counties. This scholarship is intended for individuals returning to college or entering after a two-year hiatus, emphasizing inclusivity and support for those with financial need. Recipients can benefit from awards ranging from $2,000 to $5,000, which are directly applied to educational costs, enhancing opportunities for academic and career advancement.
Education - Higher Education College Success / Persistence Educational Access & Equity +1 more

Institutional Impact Grants

Wake Forest University
Private
United States
US $100,000 - US $1,000,000
The Institutional Impact Grants by Wake Forest University aim to support U.S. colleges and universities in fostering moral, civic, and intellectual character among their community members. In 2026, these grants will empower institutions committed to character development for faculty, staff, and students, promoting a holistic educational environment. This initiative underscores the importance of character in education, aligning with the university's mission to cultivate ethical leaders.
Civic Leadership Development

Wake Forest Capacity Building Grant

Wake Forest University
Private
United States
Up to US $50,000
The Wake Forest Capacity Building Grant, part of the Educating Character Initiative, aims to enhance character education in U.S. higher education institutions. Established in 2023 with support from Lilly Endowment Inc., the initiative has already provided $35 million in grants to 146 institutions. In 2026, new grants will be awarded to colleges and universities focused on fostering moral, civic, and intellectual character among their faculty, staff, and students.
Civic Leadership Development

MyPath - Goldberg Scholarship Fund for MVCAP

Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

Leadership. Collaboration. Impact.

The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley helps philanthropists support the causes closest to their heart while connecting local residents to the resources they need for a better quality of life.

Our Mission

To serve as a leader and advocate for strategic philanthropy, partnering with donors to anchor a permanent and growing endowment and making investments in the Mahoning Valley that improve the quality of life for all residents.

Scholarship Opportunities

Your Community, Your Support System

Our community members support hundreds of local students every year through various scholarships facilitated by the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley.

  • MyPath- Goldberg Scholarship Fund for MVCAP
    • Awarded to Trumbull County or Mahoning County students participating in MyPath programming or advising, with priority given to students who are or have been in foster care. 
Education - Higher Education Child Welfare Services Educational Access & Equity

Daviess County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Missouri

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Missouri?

Grants are most commonly $101,542.

$101,542

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Daviess County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Missouri awarded a total of 44,064 grants.

2022 39,922

2023 39,688

2024 44,064

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Daviess County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Missouri, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, Education, and Human Services.

1. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

2. Education

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Daviess County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by -15.61%.

2022 $4,698,402,122

2023 $5,287,874,816
12.55%

2024 $4,462,369,205
-15.61%

Missouri Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

St Louis County, Jackson County, and St Louis City receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
St Louis County $2,185,711,864
Jackson County $1,234,679,326
St Louis City $1,054,441,922
Greene County $223,079,775
Clay County $178,423,081

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