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Best Ellsworth County Grants for Nonprofits in Kansas

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Clifford and Rubye Angleton Scholarship Fund

Central Kansas Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Clifford and Rubye Angleton Scholarship Fund, managed by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, supports graduating high school seniors and college students from Butler County, Kansas, pursuing higher education. Scholarships are based on available funds and applicants' merit. Recipients may renew their scholarships for up to three years with satisfactory academic progress. This initiative emphasizes the importance of rural philanthropy and aims to empower local students to achieve their educational goals.
Education - Higher Education Agriculture Vocational & Trade Education +3 more

David Wiersema Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

David Wiersema Memorial Scholarship

Graduating home school senior or graduating high school or early college student from one of the following high schools: Black River, Hamilton, Holland Christian, Holland High School, Saugatuck, West Ottawa, Zeeland East, or Zeeland West.

Education - Higher Education Sports & Athletics Golf

Laurie Baer Olympic Hopeful

Chautauqua Region Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Chautauqua Region Community Foundation

Mission: In partnership with our community, we ignite positive change and create a legacy of impact.

Scholarships

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation annually awards more than $2 million in scholarships to students pursuing higher education, job training and certification. The Foundation hosts several different scholarship opportunities throughout the year. 

Laurie Baer Olympic Hopeful

To provide financial assistance to cover the cost of training, and national or international competition for talented young athletes from Chautauqua County. 

Sports & Athletics

Space Camp Scholarship

Chautauqua Region Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Chautauqua Region Community Foundation

Mission: In partnership with our community, we ignite positive change and create a legacy of impact.

Scholarships

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation annually awards more than $2 million in scholarships to students pursuing higher education, job training and certification. The Foundation hosts several different scholarship opportunities throughout the year. 

Space Camp Scholarship

Open to students (grades 4-12) or adults from Chautauqua County, NY or Warren County, PA to support the cost of attending U.S. Space Camp. 

Space Science Summer Camps

Workforce Training Scholarship

Chautauqua Region Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Chautauqua Region Community Foundation

Mission: In partnership with our community, we ignite positive change and create a legacy of impact.

Scholarships

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation annually awards more than $2 million in scholarships to students pursuing higher education, job training and certification. The Foundation hosts several different scholarship opportunities throughout the year. 

Workforce Training

Open to adult residents of Chautauqua County enrolled in a certification program outside of higher educational degree. Examples include phlebotomist, LPN, CNA, EMT, Radiologic Technologist, Automotive Technician, CDL, HVAC, Welding, Machining etc.

Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Adult Education

Alice Reding Connell Nursing Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Alice Reding Connell Nursing Scholarship

The Alice Reding Connell Nursing Scholarship is offered to graduating seniors in northern Chautauqua County who are pursuing a career in registered nursing.

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Benson-Cash Family Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Benson-Cash Family Scholarship

The Benson-Cash Family Scholarship Fund benefits nontraditional students who are attending college or trade school after having been in the workforce.

Education - Higher Education Adult Education Vocational & Trade Education

Chadwick Bay NYS Women, Inc. Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Chadwick Bay NYS Women, Inc. Scholarship

The Chadwick Bay NYS Women Scholarship supports nontraditional female students in northern Chautauqua County who are returning or currently enrolled in college.

Education - Higher Education Adult Education Vocational & Trade Education

Chautauqua County Home Auxiliary Fund

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Chautauqua County Home Auxiliary Fund

The former Chautauqua County Home Auxiliary established this fund in 2014. A scholarship is awarded annually to a current employee of the organization that now runs what was the Chautauqua County Home and who is interested in furthering his/her education in the healthcare field.

Education - Higher Education Adult Education Vocational & Trade Education

David J Lewandowski Memorial Award

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

David J Lewandowski Memorial Award

The David J Lewandowski Memorial Award is presented to a graduating senior from Dunkirk, Forestville, or Fredonia who is entering a career in the trades, agriculture, conservation, forestry, or emergency services.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Dunkirk Area Labor Council Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Dunkirk Area Labor Council Scholarship

The Dunkirk Area Labor Council Scholarship supports graduating students who are furthering their education in the trades or manufacturing technology.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Matthew Hazelton Memorial Scholarship for Law Enforcement

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Matthew Hazelton Memorial Scholarship for Law Enforcement

The Matthew Hazelton Memorial Scholarship for Law Enforcement supports students in northern Chautauqua who wish to pursue a career in law enforcement or criminal justice.

Education - Higher Education Crime & Justice Police & Law Enforcement

Rev. Clifford K. Cliver & Lucy Cliver Sumsky Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Rev. Clifford K. Cliver & Lucy Cliver Sumsky Scholarship

The Rev. Clifford K. Cliver & Lucy Cliver Sumsky Scholarship Fund acknowledges and supports Chautauqua County foster children by providing scholarships for continuing education.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Richard D. Pell Future Veterans Award

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Richard D. Pell Future Veterans Award

The Richard D. Pell Future Veterans Award is awarded to each graduating senior entering any branch of the American Armed Forces following graduation.

A monetary gift card will be awarded to each graduating senior residing in the town of Ripley and entering any branch of the United States Armed Forces following graduation. 

Military & Veterans Services

Ruth C. Stacy Counselor Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Ruth C. Stacy Counselor Scholarship

The Ruth C. Stacy Counselor Scholarship Fund is presented to students who have earned a Bachelor’s Degree and have been accepted into an accredited Master’s Degree program majoring in school or mental health counseling.

Education - Higher Education

St. Joseph School Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

St. Joseph School Scholarship

The St. Joseph School Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who resides in northern Chautauqua County, and intends to pursue a career teaching children with special needs.

Education - Higher Education Special Needs Education

Terence J. Centner Agricultural and Environmental 4-H Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Terence J. Centner Agricultural and Environmental 4-H Scholarship

The Terence J. Centner Agricultural and Environmental 4-H Scholarship benefits student that participated in 4-H for a minimum of 3 years and completed an outstanding agricultural or environmental project.

This fund is established in memory of Harry E. and Mary Ellen Centner to honor their dedication and hard work on their family farm in the Town of Dunkirk and their leadership activities in the Chautauqua County 4-H Program.

Education - Higher Education Environmental Education Agricultural Education

Timothy Ryan Memorial Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Timothy Ryan Memorial Scholarship

The Timothy Ryan Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to students who exemplify characteristics exhibited by Timothy during his brief life: loving, caring, generous, family-oriented, genuine, sincere, and humorous.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Roger Testrake Memorial Scholarship

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation

Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To realize our vision we focus on:

  • strategic and responsive grant making
  • encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future
  • actively serving as a community leader and partner for the benefit and enrichment in our community.

Scholarships

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,

Roger Testrake Memorial Scholarship

The Roger Testrake Memorial Scholarship benefits students residing in Ripley, NY who plan on continuing their education after high school and have a relative who has served in the military.

Roger Testrake was instrumental in building a monument in Ripley to honor all veterans. This scholarship was renamed to honor him for all his perseverance, dedication and hard work on behalf of the Ripley Veterans Roll of Honor Organization. 

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Single Program Grants

Reader's Digest Partner for Sight Foundation
Private
United States
US $25,000 - US $50,000
The Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation offers Single Program Grants to support impactful programs for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. These grants, ranging from $25,000 to $50,000, prioritize initiatives that enhance independence and service delivery. Eligible organizations must be US 501(c)(3) non-profits, and unsolicited proposals are not accepted. The foundation emphasizes community-based solutions and invites qualified applicants to submit a Letter of Inquiry followed by a full proposal.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Vision Impairment Care & Services Business Development +1 more

Small Discretionary Grants

Reader's Digest Partner for Sight Foundation
Private
United States
US $5,000 - US $10,000

Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation

The Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals who are blind or visually impaired by fostering independence and self-sufficiency. Its mission is to support programs that help people with vision loss lead independent, productive lives, while its vision is an accessible and inclusive world where individuals have the tools, resources, and opportunities to fully participate in society.

The Foundation’s funding priorities focus on supporting nonprofit organizations and initiatives that provide education, training, and rehabilitation services, assistive technology innovations, vision care and access to aids, and capacity building for professionals serving the visually impaired community. It also invests in programs that enhance employment opportunities, promote independence, and improve service delivery systems for people with vision loss, emphasizing practical, community-based solutions and long-term impact.

Small Discretionary Grants

The Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation (RDPFS) Track #3 Small Discretionary Grants provide flexible, year-round funding for smaller-scale initiatives that support individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Grant requests are accepted on a rolling basis and awarded at the discretion of the Executive Director. Awards are made until available funds are exhausted, allowing the Foundation to respond to timely or emerging needs.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Vision Impairment Care & Services Business Development +1 more

Collections Stewardship

National Endowment for the Humanities
Federal Government
United States
US $50,000 - US $500,000
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for the Collections Stewardship program, which aims to enhance the preservation and accessibility of essential physical and digital collections. This initiative supports projects related to conservation, digitization, and education in collections stewardship, fostering engagement in the humanities through improved resources and services.
Historical Records & Archives

IBEW/Charles Sandberg Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

IBEW/Charles Sandberg Scholarship

To provide financial support to family members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 426.

Education - Higher Education

Jeff & Marcia Sveen Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Jeff & Marcia Sveen Scholarship

To provide financial support to South Dakota graduates with preference given to Dakota Provisions, LLC personnel in Huron, SD.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Gropper Clement Legacy Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Gropper Clement Legacy Scholarship

To provide financial support to graduates of Huron, James Valley Christian, Kadoka and Miller High Schools.

Education - Higher Education Diabetes Physical Disabilities

Harlan & Mae Niedermyer Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Harlan & Mae Niedermyer Scholarship

To provide financial support to graduates residing in Fall River County.

Education - Higher Education Medical Education & Professional Training

Elaine Lonneman Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Elaine Lonneman Scholarship

To provide financial support to family members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 426.

Education - Higher Education

Ellsworth County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Kansas

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Kansas?

Grants are most commonly $115,399.

$115,399

Total Number of Grants

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

In 2024, funders in Kansas awarded a total of 22,348 grants.

2022 20,299

2023 20,795

2024 22,348

Top Grant Focus Areas

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

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

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

Funding has increased by 35.57%.

2022 $1,771,555,771

2023 $1,895,653,033
7.00%

2024 $2,570,031,599
35.57%

Kansas Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Johnson County, Douglas County, and Sedgwick County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Johnson County $1,931,963,239
Douglas County $419,113,685
Sedgwick County $269,882,081
Riley County $185,481,939
Leavenworth County $132,852,455

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