Best Ottawa County Grants for Nonprofits in Kansas

Dane G Hansen Foundation

Dane G. Hansen Foundation was established in 1965 with a generous estate gift from Dane G. Hansen. Mr. Hansen was an entrepreneur whose business interests over the course of his life included, among others, retail, lumber, road and bridge construction and oil. Reflecting Mr. Hansen’s lifelong love of Northwest Kansas, the charitable foundation that bears his name has a mission to improve the quality of life for the residents and the communities in the 26 counties that make up the northwest quarter of Kansas.

The Dane G. Hansen Foundation is committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. Fulfillment of our mission is predicated on three specific goals: Strengthening and supporting our communities, Creating an environment for growth, and Increasing economic opportunities.

Early Childhood Education Enhancement Grants

A quality childcare center should be more than a place where children are safe and fed. Science is clear about the critical importance of a child’s first three years of brain development. The early years are the platform from which all learning starts.

This grant is designed to offer assistance to nonprofit childcare centers or family childcare homes (formerly group homes) with needs such as office equipment, outdoor space needs, curriculum, books, or other items.

Dane G Hansen Foundation

US $25,000 - US $500,000

PFF: Innovation in Education Grant

The Patterson Family Foundation's Innovation in Education Grant aims to enhance educational opportunities in rural communities. With a focus on creative proposals that foster new ideas for sustainable growth, the foundation invites eligible organizations in Kansas and western Missouri to apply. Registration is required before submitting a Letter of Intent, with specific deadlines for each funding round. This initiative underscores the foundation's commitment to supporting initiatives that empower local communities and promote long-term benefits.

Applications due Oct 31, 2026

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Northwest Kansas Early Childhood Sustainability Grant Fund

Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation

Our mission is to empower our donors, affiliates and charitable partners through education, stewardship and regional collaboration, to create thriving communities and impact present and future generations.

Northwest Kansas Early Childhood Sustainability Grant Fund

To help sustain licensed childcare centers or nonprofit qualified family childcare homes (formerly classified as nonprofit group homes).

To assist with sustainability of quality nonprofit early education centers or qualified childcare homes in Northwest Kansas, the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, the State of Kansas – through the Children’s Cabinet, and the Patterson Family Foundation, have collaborated to create this permanently endowed grant fund.

What is meant by sustainability?

The grant is intended to address a budget shortfall or unforeseen issue that, if not addressed, could result in the closure of the facility or closure of classrooms, or that jeopardizes the standard of care provided.

Applicants can ask for budgetary support for operations in order to divert dollars for a necessary or critical capital expenditure without which the ability of the facility to stay open or provide safe, quality care is threatened.

Examples could include HVAC, structural or safety issues, or issues noted by the fire marshal or during a license review.

When possible, facilities must strive for full enrollment – while always meeting KDHE guidelines. It is understood that facilities will often “hold slots” while a current child in care ages up.

Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation

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Early Childhood Education Start-up or Expansion Grants

Dane G Hansen Foundation

Early Childhood Education Start-up or Expansion Grants

This grant is for the start up or expansion of licensed home-based, qualifying family childcare homes (formerly group homes), or childcare centers.

To assist communities to start or expand quality nonprofit early education centers or group homes in Northwest Kansas. In certain situations, the Hansen Foundation can also work through governmental or qualified non-profit entities to assist in the start-up or sustainability of licensed childcare homes.

Dane G Hansen Foundation

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Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants

Catholic Extension's Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants aim to empower the church to broaden its outreach and foster societal transformation through targeted pastoral and social initiatives. This program supports specific elements of the church's ministerial efforts, including funding for catechetical resources, marriage and family ministries, and social outreach for vulnerable populations. By investing in these areas, Catholic Extension seeks to enhance the church's role in communities, especially following disasters.

Catholic Extension

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OCCF: Tescott Community Fund

Greater Salina Community Foundation

Our mission is to build permanent endowment funds and meet charitable community needs. The Foundation achieves its mission by:

Enabling donors to fulfill their charitable desires
Increasing the capacity of nonprofit organizations to fulfill their individual missions
Facilitating prudent management and care of funds
Promoting community philanthropy through education
Providing affiliate services to neighboring communities
Meeting needs through grants, scholarships, and pass-through funds

OCCF: Tescott Community Fund

This is an unrestricted community grant fund that supports the Tescott, KS community.

What type of support is funded?

Projects or programs that serve the community and/or advance the mission of the organization
Seed money to establish or initiate a new project, program, or organization, including operating expenses
Capacity building or activities that strengthen an organization to increase its ability to fulfill its mission, including technology & equipment, professional development & training, additional staff to implement a new program, etc.
Capital improvements including new construction or renovation of a facility
Endowment funds to provide permanent and long-term support for an organization or program

Applications due Oct 25, 2026

Unspecified amount

Early Childhood Education Staff Support Grants

Dane G Hansen Foundation

Early Childhood Education Staff Support Grants

Though they are charged with caring for our most precious assets, classroom helpers and teachers in the early childhood field are historically low-wage earners. The Early Childhood Education Staff Support Grant is designed to provide financial recognition for these important workers, reduce costs associated with staff turnover, and stabilize the workforce.

Originally piloted for 5 years, the grant has been enhanced and renewed for another 5 years.

Dane G Hansen Foundation

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Francis Grants

The Francis Grants, established by Catholic Extension, offer funding for significant events in poor mission dioceses, such as the ordination of new Bishops, anniversaries, or papal visits. These grants also support educational endeavors for Bishops. Named in honor of Francis Clement Kelly, Francis Cardinal George OMI, and Pope Francis, the program aims to strengthen the Catholic faith across the U.S. Since 1905, Catholic Extension has invested over $500 million to assist communities in need.

Catholic Extension

US $500 - US $4,000

Newton USD 373 Academic Enhancement Fund

Applications due Mar 31, 2027

The Newton USD 373 Academic Enhancement Fund, managed by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, provides essential financial support for classroom resources and projects aimed at benefiting USD 373 Newton students. Opening on March 1, 2026, the fund encourages innovative instructional practices and allows grants ranging from $500 to $4,000. Eligible applicants include all staff members of USD 373, ensuring collaborative and impactful educational projects are funded to enhance student learning in the district.

Central Kansas Community Foundation

US $25,000 - US $500,000

Innovation in Economic Opportunity

The Patterson Family Foundation is dedicated to fostering economic opportunity in rural areas through innovative proposals. They prioritize funding for regional innovation hubs and strategies aimed at industry diversification. Organizations eligible for support must be located in or serve communities in Kansas or western Missouri. With a strong commitment to education and community resilience, the Foundation aims to empower future generations while enhancing local economies.

Applications due Nov 15, 2026

Up to US $5,110

Kansas EMS Education Incentive Grant Program: Densely Settled Rural Counties and Cities

The Kansas EMS Education Incentive Grant Program supports licensed ambulance services in rural, frontier, and densely settled rural areas of Kansas. It aims to enhance the recruitment, training, and certification of EMS providers. Eligible services can apply for funding based on specific criteria, including costs for recruiting and initial training courses. The program also allocates funding amounts for continuing education and post-secondary education degrees, ensuring comprehensive support for EMS services throughout the grant cycles.

Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services

US $100,000 - US $500,000

Childcare Grant

The Childcare Grant from the Patterson Family Foundation supports organizations in Kansas and western Missouri that enhance childcare services. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, school districts, and government entities focused on expanding childcare capacity, improving facilities, and making services more affordable for working families. Applications will be accepted through a Letter of Intent starting April 1, 2025, with a commitment to fostering thriving rural communities. The foundation emphasizes collaboration and sustainability in childcare initiatives.

Applications due Oct 17, 2026

Up to US $300,000

Commercial Rehabilitation Grant Program (KS)

The Kansas Community Development Block Grant Program aims to revitalize downtown areas by funding the rehabilitation of blighted commercial structures. This initiative, managed by the Kansas Department of Commerce, seeks to enhance the quality of life for residents and stimulate economic growth, particularly benefiting low- and moderate-income individuals. By strategically investing in key buildings, the program hopes to prevent further deterioration and act as a catalyst for positive change in local communities.

Kansas Department of Commerce

US $500 - US $125,000

Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust Grant

The Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust Grant supports educational, cultural, human services, and healthcare programming for underserved populations in East Central Kansas. Established in 2004, the Trust offers grants for general operating, program, and capital support. Projects must meet compelling community needs and provide broad social benefits. Eligible organizations must specifically serve East Central Kansas residents. Grants are typically awarded for a duration of one year, aligning with the Trust's commitment to community enhancement.

Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust

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OCCF: Bennington Community Fund

Greater Salina Community Foundation

Our mission is to build permanent endowment funds and meet charitable community needs. The Foundation achieves its mission by:

Enabling donors to fulfill their charitable desires
Increasing the capacity of nonprofit organizations to fulfill their individual missions
Facilitating prudent management and care of funds
Promoting community philanthropy through education
Providing affiliate services to neighboring communities
Meeting needs through grants, scholarships, and pass-through funds

Bennington Community Fund

This is an unrestricted community grant fund that supports the Bennington, KS community.

What type of support is funded?

Projects or programs that serve the community and/or advance the mission of the organization
Seed money to establish or initiate a new project, program, or organization, including operating expenses
Capacity building or activities that strengthen an organization to increase its ability to fulfill its mission, including technology & equipment, professional development & training, additional staff to implement a new program, etc.
Capital improvements including new construction or renovation of a facility
Endowment funds to provide permanent and long-term support for an organization or program

Applications due Mar 31, 2027

Unspecified amount

Kansas EMS Education Incentive Grant Program: Frontier or Rural Counties

The Kansas EMS Education Incentive Grant Program offers financial support for licensed ambulance services in rural, frontier, and densely settled rural areas of Kansas. The program assists in recruiting, training, and certifying EMS providers. Eligible services can apply for funding throughout the fiscal year, with specific criteria prioritizing recruitment and initial training costs. The grant aims to enhance emergency medical services in underserved regions, ensuring better healthcare access and responsiveness in these communities.

Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services

Up to US $10,000

Relationship Based Philanthropy- Fund for Early Childhood Care, Education & Development

Letter of inquiry due Feb 23, 2027

The Greater Salina Community Foundation offers the Relationship Based Philanthropy Fund for Early Childhood Care, Education & Development, established by Mark and Jane Berkley. This initiative aims to prepare children in Ottawa and Saline Counties for kindergarten, addressing the critical need for early education. By fostering collaboration and transparency between grantmakers and nonprofits, the foundation ensures sustainable support for programs benefitting children facing significant barriers, ultimately enhancing their future success and societal well-being.

Letter of inquiry due Feb 23, 2027

Up to US $10,000

Relationship Based Philanthropy- Dane G. Hansen Foundation Community Grant Fund

The Dane G. Hansen Foundation Community Grant Fund, in partnership with the Greater Salina Community Foundation, supports projects across 26 counties in Northwest Kansas. This grant initiative focuses on enhancing education, healthcare, social services, conservation, arts, and community beautification. Grants are awarded to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, educational institutions, and government organizations, promoting sustainable community development and volunteer involvement, ensuring long-term positive impacts on local quality of life.

Letter of inquiry due Feb 18, 2027

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Literacy Advancement Grant

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.

Letter of inquiry due Feb 18, 2027

Unspecified amount

Early College Pathways

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.

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Public Health Funding for Ottawa Nonprofits via Greater Salina Community Foundation

Greater Salina Community Foundation provides Ottawa County, Kansas public health organizations and other eligible 501(c)(3), educational, governmental, and religious entities with funding for projects that promote community health and well-being. Grants can support new programs, operating seed money, capacity building, technology and equipment, capital improvements, or endowments tied to specific public health initiatives.

Applications due Oct 1, 2027

Up to US $2,000

BCBSKS Foundation - Healthy Habits for Life Grants

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation offers Healthy Habits for Life Grants to support schools in promoting healthy lifestyle choices for K-12 students. With a maximum grant of $2,000 per school, programs may include initiatives that reduce cardiovascular risk, increase physical activity, and reinforce positive mental health. Schools are encouraged to collaborate on unique projects, such as gardens, health fairs, and fitness activities, aiming to instill lifelong healthy habits in students.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

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Trades Workforce Development Grant

The Trades Workforce Development Grant, offered by the Patterson Family Foundation, aims to support skill development in high-demand trades like HVAC, plumbing, and welding. Organizations in Kansas and western Missouri can apply starting April 1, 2025. The foundation prioritizes projects that enhance community engagement and offer pathways to quality jobs. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government entities. Early submission of the Letter of Intent is encouraged for timely review and consideration.

Applications due Mar 31, 2027

Up to US $1,000

USD 484 Fredonia Schools Grant

About Us

Mission

The mission of CKCF is Building Stronger Communities Through Charitable Giving. Located in Newton, CKCF is a host foundation to 18 affiliates in the central Kansas region, supporting rural philanthropy.

History

The CKCF based in Newton, Kansas is thriving as a viable community foundation serving Newton while also being host to numerous affiliate community foundations throughout central Kansas. The Central Kansas Community Foundation was originally founded in 1994. Following a stable history serving a tri-county area the foundation merged in 2009 with the well-established Greater Newton Community Foundation. Today, the CKCF continues to demonstrate a commitment to strengthening communities across the entire Central Kansas region.

USD 484 Fredonia Schools Grant

As the Fredonia Community Foundation, an affiliate of Central Kansas Community Foundation, works to increase awareness in the community of our mission, we hope to continue our partnership with the staff of USD 484. We know that in a time of conservative spending, teachers may have classroom needs and/or opportunities that are outside of your annual classroom budget. We are dedicating $5,000 to these grants.

Proposals may be written for classroom materials, special project/programs, or field trips. Think creatively and consider working collaboratively with your team.

The Fredonia Area Community Foundation is here to support educators, and we appreciate the continued good work they are doing for the students of USD 484.

FUNDING REQUESTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED $1,000

Central Kansas Community Foundation

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Greater Salina Community Foundation Community Grants in Ottawa County

Ottawa County, Kansas nonprofits, schools, government, and religious entities can access funding through the Greater Salina Community Foundation for community development and revitalization projects. Grants support new programs, seed funding, capacity building, capital improvements, and endowments for charitable projects that improve quality of life within Ottawa County; individuals and informal groups may apply with a qualified fiscal sponsor.

Applications due Dec 1, 2026

Up to US $2,500

Responsive Grants: Dane G. Hansen Foundation Community Grant Fund

The Dane G. Hansen Foundation, in collaboration with the Greater Salina Community Foundation, offers community grants aimed at enhancing life quality in North Central Kansas. These grants prioritize projects in education, health care, social services, conservation, arts, and community beautification. Notably, preference is given to initiatives fostering community involvement and volunteerism, while excluding funding for tax-supported programs or general operational expenses.