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Best Kansas City Grants for Nonprofits in Missouri

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PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (John Deere)

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alamance County, North Carolina +143 more
US $5,000
The PLTW Launch - Program Expansion grant, funded by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance access to STEM education for underserved communities. This initiative supports schools in expanding their PLTW programs and includes training for teachers and resources for students. Priority is given to schools near John Deere facilities that demonstrate need and a commitment to student participation in STEM activities. The project aligns with the foundation's goal to impact one million youth by 2030.
STEM / STEAM Education Teacher Development & Training

Victor E. Speas Foundation Grant (2025-07-19)

Victor E Speas Foundation 10 04464 00
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +2 more
Unspecified amount
The Victor E. Speas Foundation Grant offers support for organizations serving residents of Kansas City, Missouri. Established in 1947, the foundation prioritizes funding for medical care, research, and quality educational and health programming. Grant applications for general operating and program support are welcome, while capital support requests will not be considered. This initiative aims to enhance community health and educational services for those in need.
Basic Human Needs Health Care Access & Delivery Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health +2 more

Nestle Purina Event Sponsorship

Nestlé Purina
Corporate
Adams County, Colorado, Adams County, Pennsylvania +361 more
Unspecified amount
Nestlé Purina is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of pets and the communities they serve. Through their event sponsorship program, they support 501(c)(3) tax-exempt pet welfare organizations in the U.S. that focus on the welfare of cats and dogs. Eligible events must be located within 50 miles of their St. Louis headquarters, ensuring that their contributions directly benefit local communities. Purina's commitment to pets and people strengthens the bond between them.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

MHF: Healthy for Life Cycle Grant

Menorah Heritage Foundation
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +4 more
Unspecified amount
The MHF: Healthy for Life Cycle Grant supports innovative strategies to enhance health and wellness, particularly in underserved communities. By addressing social determinants of health, this grant fosters transformational change, aiming to improve mind, body, and spirit. Organizations with a 501(c)(3) status in the Greater Kansas City area can apply for seed funding to develop impactful initiatives. Successful applications will demonstrate collaboration and a commitment to removing barriers to self-actualization.
Health & Medicine Wellness & Healthy Living Mindfulness, Meditation & Yoga +1 more

Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation Grant

Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation
Private
Bates County, Missouri, Caldwell County, Missouri +13 more
Unspecified amount
The Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation Grant supports diverse arts programs in the greater Kansas City area, enhancing accessibility and quality. Established in 1987, the Foundation has a rich history of funding significant organizations like the Kansas City Symphony and Ballet. It accepts proposals from 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations focusing on performing and visual arts, promoting community growth. The Foundation prioritizes local initiatives while maintaining a commitment to the arts, providing vital funding for both large and small grantees.
Performing Arts Visual Arts

Martha Lee Cain Tranby Music Enrichment Fund

Martha Lee Cain Tranby Music Enrichment Fund
Association/Society
Bates County, Missouri, Callaway County, Missouri +13 more
Up to US $5,000
The Martha Lee Cain Tranby Music Enrichment Fund provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations in the greater Kansas City area, aimed at enhancing local music and cultural experiences. Grants, ranging from $500 to $5,000, support public performances and specific projects, not exceeding 25% of an organization's budget. The Fund favors applications that reach diverse audiences and demonstrate high-quality performances. It does not fund capital campaigns, construction, or music education primarily focused on workshops.
Music

Bloch Family Foundation Grant

Marion And Henry Bloch Family Foundation
Private
Clay County, Missouri, Jackson County, Missouri +3 more
US $150,000 - US $500,000
The Marion and Henry Bloch Family Foundation focuses on enhancing the quality of life in greater Kansas City through strategic philanthropy. It supports organizations dedicated to nonprofit excellence, addressing systemic issues, and improving outcomes for underserved communities. Grants typically range from $100,000 to $250,000, aiming for transformational change. The Foundation prioritizes local organizations that align with its mission and values, ensuring a significant community impact.
Education - Higher Education Visual Arts Performing Arts +5 more

MHF: Jewish Community Grant Cycle

Menorah Heritage Foundation
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +4 more
Unspecified amount
The Menorah Heritage Foundation offers the Jewish Community Grant Cycle to support organizations that serve the Greater Kansas City area. Focus areas include health-related programs and initiatives to foster a vibrant Jewish community. Eligible organizations must have 501(c)(3) status and operate within specified geographic parameters. The foundation prioritizes programs that adapt to community needs while ensuring non-discrimination in service provision. Grants may be requested for core operating support or specific programs, with a maximum request of $10,000.
Jewish Culture Judaism Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases +6 more

George & Elizabeth Davis Trusts Grant

George H & Elizabeth O Davis Trust
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +2 more
Unspecified amount
The George & Elizabeth Davis Trusts Grant provides funding for Protestant charitable and religious institutions in Kansas City, Missouri. It supports general operating and program needs, but not capital requests. Grants last for one year, ensuring that organizations can sustain and enhance their services. This grant aims to promote the development of community-focused initiatives in the region, fostering a stronger support network for local religious institutions.
Nonprofit Growth & Development Christianity

Unrestricted Operating Support Cycle (formerly General Community Core)

Menorah Heritage Foundation
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +4 more
Up to US $10,000
The Menorah Heritage Foundation's Unrestricted Operating Support Cycle aims to provide vital operating support to organizations in the Greater Kansas City area. This funding is directed towards essential services such as emergency assistance, shelter, and health care, allowing grantees to allocate resources towards administrative needs and employee benefits. Eligible organizations must maintain 501(c)(3) status and demonstrate a commitment to the community's changing needs, ensuring impactful support for those in need.
Emergency Medical Care & Services Supportive Housing & Shelters Health Care Access & Delivery +4 more

Aging in Community Cycle Grant (formerly Older Adult Cycle)

Menorah Heritage Foundation
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +4 more
Up to US $15,000
The Aging in Community Cycle Grant, offered by the Menorah Heritage Foundation, aims to support organizations that enhance the quality of life for older adults in the Kansas City metro area. The grant provides unrestricted operating funds, program-specific grants, and special project funding for innovative strategies. Eligible organizations must have 501(c)(3) status and focus on issues such as healthcare, housing, and social engagement, ensuring that older adults can thrive in their communities.
Senior Services

Small Arts Grants Program

The Francis Family Foundation
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Kansas +4 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The Small Arts Grants Program, supported by The Francis Family Foundation, is dedicated to fostering arts and culture in the greater Kansas City area. Organizations eligible for funding include tax-exempt public charities and community-based arts programs. The Foundation aims to enhance creative participation and ensure diverse cultural expressions are accessible to all. With a focus on supporting local initiatives, this program seeks to make a significant impact on the region's artistic landscape.
Art & Culture

QuikTrip Donations: At-Risk Youth and Early Childhood Education

QuikTrip
Corporate
Andrew County, Missouri, Arizona +100 more
Unspecified amount
QuikTrip is dedicated to supporting at-risk youth and early childhood education through strategic community investments. By donating 5% of annual net profits to qualified non-profits, QuikTrip aims to empower individuals and break the cycle of poverty. The company partners with organizations providing educational opportunities, ensuring that all youth, regardless of their backgrounds, can thrive as independent citizens. This initiative highlights QuikTrip's commitment to making a measurable impact in the communities where its employees live and work.
Youth Services Education - Preschool / Early Learning Early Childhood Development +1 more

Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation: Sponsorship

Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +2 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation offers sponsorships for events in the Kansas City area, with a focus on connecting people and supporting vital programs. Funding amounts range from $1,000 to $10,000, depending on event size and benefits. Organizations not currently funded by the Foundation are eligible to apply, with one request considered per year. Note that current grantees are ineligible, and sponsorships are not retroactive or recurring.
Racial / Ethnic Justice & Rights Economic Rights, Justice, & Mobility Education +4 more

PNC Foundation: Grow Up Great Grant

PNC Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Colorado +667 more
Unspecified amount
The PNC Foundation's Grow Up Great Grant is a significant initiative aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for children from birth to age 5. With a commitment of $500 million, this program focuses on improving school readiness through support in vocabulary development, social-emotional learning, and the arts. By partnering with community-based nonprofits, PNC aims to foster stronger, smarter, and healthier communities, ensuring a brighter future for the next generation.
Education - Preschool / Early Learning Teacher Development & Training Parental Involvement in Education +4 more

American Association of University Women / Wagy Fund

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +4 more
US $1,000 - US $4,000
The American Association of University Women / Wagy Fund supports initiatives that empower women and girls in Kansas City, Missouri. By promoting education, economic opportunity, and personal safety, the fund seeks to foster societal change. It prioritizes partnerships with organizations that share its mission and focus on measurable improvements in self-image and lifelong education. Eligible applicants must be public charities dedicated to benefiting women and girls in the region.
Women & Girl Services Women's Health Women's Rights & Equality +4 more

Hispanic Development Fund (Current College Students)

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
Private
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +4 more
Approximately US $1,000

Our Mission

The Community Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Greater Kansas City by increasing charitable giving, educating and connecting donors to community needs they care about, and leading on critical community issues.

Scholarships

We offer hundreds of different scholarships for students in and around Kansas City.

Hispanic Development Fund (Current College Students)

For more than 40 years, the Hispanic Development Fund Scholarship Program has encouraged Hispanic/Latinx youth to attend college and accomplish their personal goals by awarding more than 6,539 scholarships totaling over $10 million to Kansas City-area students.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (John Deere)

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alamance County, North Carolina +143 more
US $10,000
The PLTW Gateway program expansion, funded by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance access to STEM education for underserved students in John Deere communities. With a commitment to support 1 million youth by 2030, this initiative provides grants to schools seeking to expand their existing PLTW programs. Eligible schools must be within proximity of John Deere facilities and demonstrate a significant enrollment of students participating in free and reduced lunch programs, ensuring equitable educational opportunities.
STEM / STEAM Education Teacher Development & Training

PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (John Deere)

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alamance County, North Carolina +143 more
US $10,000
The PLTW Computer Science program, in collaboration with the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance access and participation in STEM for underserved students in John Deere home communities. This initiative focuses on expanding existing Computer Science programs in schools, ensuring equitable educational opportunities, and developing critical skills through real-world challenges. The partnership is part of a commitment to support 1 million underrepresented youth by 2030, fostering inclusivity in education.
Computer Science & Engineering Teacher Development & Training

PLTW Computer Science - New Program (John Deere)

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alamance County, North Carolina +143 more
US $20,000
The PLTW Computer Science program, funded by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance STEM opportunities for underserved students in John Deere communities. This initiative supports schools initiating or expanding PLTW Computer Science courses starting in the 2025-2026 academic year. With a commitment to inclusive education, the foundation seeks to empower students by providing essential resources and opportunities to develop critical skills that will serve them in future careers.
Computer Science & Engineering Teacher Development & Training

JCFKC: Community Legacy Fund Grant- Core Support

Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City
Private
Boone County, Missouri, Buchanan County, Missouri +8 more
Unspecified amount
The JCFKC Community Legacy Fund Grant provides essential support for Jewish communal organizations in the Greater Kansas City area. Grants focus on enhancing Jewish life through safety net services, educational initiatives, and cultural arts. Eligible organizations must self-identify as Jewish and meet specific criteria, ensuring they serve the community effectively. Applications for Core support are due by June 15, allowing agencies to strengthen their impact on Jewish life in the region.
Judaism Jewish Culture

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP - MO)

Missouri Department of Public Safety (DPS)
State/Local Government
Cass County, Missouri, Clay County, Missouri +13 more
Up to US $200,000
The FY 2025 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) aims to enhance the physical and cybersecurity of nonprofit organizations at risk of extremist attacks. This initiative focuses on improving security postures, addressing capability gaps, and fostering collaboration among organizations and local agencies. By providing essential funding for planning, equipment, and training, the NSGP seeks to protect vulnerable facilities and ensure a coordinated community response to security challenges.
Domestic / Homeland Security Community / Public Safety Counterterrorism +2 more

JCFKC: Jewish Art Fund

Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City
Private
Boone County, Missouri, Buchanan County, Missouri +8 more
Up to US $2,500
The Jewish Art Fund, part of the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City, supports programs that promote Jewish art and art education for all ages. Grants are available to applicants within the Kansas City area, with a maximum request amount of $2,500. This initiative aims to foster a vibrant Jewish cultural landscape and ensure that the community engages with its artistic heritage.
Jewish Culture Art Education

JCFKC: J-LEAD Grants

Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City
Private
Boone County, Missouri, Buchanan County, Missouri +8 more
Up to US $5,000
The J-LEAD Grants, offered by the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City, provide funding up to $5,000 for programs that positively impact the Jewish community. Aimed at young donors, the initiative supports innovative and collaborative projects within the Greater Kansas City area. Applications are encouraged from organizations that align with these objectives, ensuring a focus on community engagement and development in Jewish leadership.
Judaism Jewish Culture

JCFKC: Menorah Women's Foundation

Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City
Private
Boone County, Missouri, Buchanan County, Missouri +8 more
Unspecified amount
The Menorah Women’s Foundation aims to enhance the emotional and physical well-being of the Jewish community through philanthropic support. Currently, the foundation prioritizes funding health and wellness programs specifically for adolescents and seniors within the Greater Kansas City area. Applications must demonstrate a positive impact on the community, while general community grant applications are not accepted. Note that if a deadline falls on a weekend, submissions are due the next business day.
Senior Services Aging / Gerontology Wellness & Healthy Living +1 more

JCFKC: Earl J. and Leona K. Tranin Special Fund

Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City
Private
Boone County, Missouri, Buchanan County, Missouri +8 more
Unspecified amount
The Earl J. and Leona K. Tranin Special Fund provides grants for cultural arts, community relations, and education, primarily within the Jewish community in the Greater Kansas City area. Grant applications are reviewed by advisors who meet two to three times a year. This fund aims to support initiatives that enhance community engagement and cultural enrichment.
Art & Culture Community Development & Revitalization Education +2 more

Curry Family Foundation Grant

The Curry Family Foundation
Private
Bates County, Missouri, Caldwell County, Missouri +13 more
Up to US $25,000
The Curry Family Foundation Grant aims to support local non-profit organizations working to enhance the lives of endangered children and disadvantaged individuals. It offers funding for program development, operational expenses, equipment and building renovations, and matching funds. Eligibility is limited to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations in the Kansas City metropolitan area, with specific ineligibilities including capital campaigns and discrimination based on race, creed, or other factors.
Education Human & Social Services Art & Culture +4 more

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Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.

100+ Kansas City grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

24 Kansas City grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

13 Kansas City grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

37 Kansas City grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

100+ Kansas City grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

8,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Education - Higher Education

1,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Health Care Access & Delivery

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Kansas City grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the third quarter.

Q1
24.0%
Q2
23.4%
Q3
26.6%
Q4
25.9%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Kansas City Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $5,875.

$350 $350 Min.
$5,875 $5.9 K Median
$34,944 $34.9 K Average
$375,000 $375 K Max.

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