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Riley County Catholic Youth Funding via Catholic Extension

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic dioceses and parishes serving Riley County, Kansas youth can seek funding to create, sustain, or expand Catholic faith formation ministries. Focused on Catholicism, Catholic Extension invites Extension Dioceses to apply for operational support, salary subsidies, or seed money for campus ministry, youth ministry, religious education, and young adult programs.
Catholicism

Catholic Capacity Building Funding from Catholic Extension

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic dioceses in Riley County, Kansas seeking to strengthen fundraising, financial management, or operational efficiency can apply for Building Capacity Grants supporting development initiatives and institutional strengthening of Catholic schools. Catholic Extension supports approved Extension Dioceses with funding for efforts like staffing, software, audits, strategic planning, and technology that improve long-term sustainability.
Catholicism

Urgent Need for Disasters Grant Program

Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Douglas County, Kansas, Johnson County, Kansas +5 more
Up to US $100,000
The Urgent Need for Disasters Grant Program assists communities facing immediate challenges due to recent natural disasters. With a budget of $100,000 in 2024, this program provides crucial funds to address urgent needs that threaten community health or welfare. Eligible projects must demonstrate that no alternative financial resources are available, ensuring that support reaches those most in need. This grant reflects a commitment to swift action in times of crisis, enhancing community resilience and recovery.
Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid

Youth Job Training Program

Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Douglas County, Kansas, Johnson County, Kansas +5 more
Up to US $100,000
The Youth Job Training Program, funded by the Kansas Department of Commerce, aims to empower youth by providing essential training and skills development for entry into the workforce. This initiative not only promotes self-sufficiency and independence among young individuals but also addresses the pressing shortage of skilled trade workers in Kansas, fostering a robust future for the state's economy.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Youth Development & Leadership

Manhattan Community Health Foundation (MCHF): Community Grants

Manhattan Community Health Foundation (MCHF)
Association/Society
Riley County, Kansas
Unspecified amount
The Manhattan Community Health Foundation (MCHF) is committed to enhancing health and wellness in Manhattan, Kansas, by funding innovative projects that address critical health needs. The Community Grants program focuses on improving healthcare access for underserved populations, tackling social determinants of health, and promoting mental health initiatives. By partnering with local organizations, MCHF aims to create sustainable solutions that significantly improve health outcomes in the community, with applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Community Services Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases Health Care Access & Delivery +2 more

Manhattan Community Health Foundation (MCHF): Associate Emergency Assistance Grant

Manhattan Community Health Foundation (MCHF)
Association/Society
Riley County, Kansas
Unspecified amount
The Manhattan Community Health Foundation (MCHF) Associate Emergency Assistance Grant offers essential financial support to employees of Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan facing unexpected hardships. This initiative underscores MCHF's commitment to enhancing healthcare access and workforce well-being in Manhattan, Kansas. By providing short-term relief, the grant aims to alleviate financial burdens on healthcare workers, ensuring they receive the assistance needed during challenging times while promoting the overall health of the community.
Basic Human Needs Poverty Alleviation & Services Human & Social Services

Community Centers, Senior Centers, Storm Shelters, Parks, & Libraries Grant Program - <5,000 Population

Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Douglas County, Kansas, Johnson County, Kansas +4 more
Up to US $650,000
The Community Centers, Senior Centers, Storm Shelters, Parks, & Libraries Grant Program aims to enhance community engagement and health in areas with populations under 5,000. This program funds the construction and renovation of community facilities, including centers and parks, along with essential installations like playgrounds and restrooms. It also covers engineering costs and administrative expenses, fostering connectedness and vibrancy in small communities.
Health & Medicine Engineering Architecture +1 more

Howe Family Foundation Grant - 1st Quarter

Greater Manhattan Community Foundation
Private
Riley County, Kansas
Unspecified amount

The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation transforms lives across our local community. Our deep commitment to giving back helps spark innovation, fuels growth, and builds a stronger community for everyone over the last 25 years.

Howe Family Foundation Grant - 1st Quarter

Established in 2013 through the generosity of Phil and Margaret Howe, the Foundation supports qualified 501(c)(3) organizations working to strengthen safety, opportunity, and quality of life in the Manhattan community.

The Howe Family Foundation (HFF) is dedicated to strengthening family bonds, promoting health and well-being, and fostering entrepreneurial spirit. We strive to empower individuals and communities by supporting initiatives that nurture strong families, advance physical and mental health, and inspire innovative business leadership for a thriving future.

The Howe Family Foundation gives priority to proposals that:

  • Improve the lives of children and families
  • Develop workforce skills and quality employment opportunities
  • Support systems that provide community disaster relief
  • Enhance and expand formal education systems
  • Advance unique and impactful community improvement projects
Family Services Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness +2 more

Riley County Community Funding via Georgia-Pacific Foundation

Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Adair County, Oklahoma +758 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities in Riley County, Kansas can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation’s community grants to support education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment initiatives. Eligible applicants must be within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community and serve communities connected to Georgia-Pacific facilities.
Education Environment Community Development & Revitalization +4 more

Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from Ferguson

Ferguson
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Accomack County, Virginia +722 more
Unspecified amount
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Riley County, Kansas can apply for Ferguson’s Ferguson Cares Grant to support affordable housing, community revitalization, skilled trades training, clean water access, or local economic wellbeing projects. Eligible organizations must be within Ferguson’s geographic footprint and based in the U.S., serving communities where the company has a strong presence.
Equitable & Affordable Housing Community Development & Revitalization Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water +2 more

Catholic Extension Support for Riley County Ministries

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic diocesan leaders in Riley County, Kansas can seek funding to establish, expand, or enhance pastoral and social outreach ministries, including catechesis, marriage and family programs, liturgical life, media evangelization, social outreach, and limited post-disaster support. Catholic Extension supports approved mission dioceses only, so local nonprofits must work through their designated Extension Diocese to be eligible.
Catholicism Family Services Homelessness Services +3 more

Catholic Extension Support for Catholic Leadership

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic school educators in Extension Dioceses, including Riley County, Kansas, can apply for Catholic Extension’s leadership development support to access graduate-level training in Catholic school administration. This one-year virtual certificate through Loyola Marymount University strengthens mission effectiveness, operational management, and instructional leadership, helping dioceses build and retain strong K–12 Catholic school leaders committed to at least two years of service.
Education - K through 12 Catholicism Religious / Theological Education

Catholic Extension Support for Catholic Dioceses

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Mission Catholic dioceses serving Riley County, Kansas can apply for Catholic Extension’s Francis Grants to fund major diocesan events and leadership development. These grants support occasions like a new bishop’s ordination, special diocesan anniversaries, papal visits, or a bishop’s continuing education in pre-approved poor dioceses.
Catholicism

Greater Salina Community Foundation Grants for Riley County Education

Greater Salina Community Foundation
Private
Douglas County, Kansas, Riley County, Kansas
Up to US $2,000
Kansas high school seniors in Riley County planning to attend KSU or KU can receive up to US $2,000 for college through the Orpha J. & Ernest Milbradt Scholarship. Greater Salina Community Foundation supports strong academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and community service, with awards renewable annually for up to four years based on need and performance.
Education - Higher Education Community Services Career / College Preparation

Kansas Department of Commerce Support for Downtown Revitalization

Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +102 more
Up to US $300,000
Cities in Riley County, Kansas seeking to rehabilitate blighted downtown commercial buildings can apply for funding that improves commercial districts and supports low- and moderate-income residents. With a mission to develop viable communities, Kansas Department of Commerce provides up to US $300,000 through the Community Development Block Grant Commercial Rehabilitation Program.
Historic Preservation Job Creation Community Development & Revitalization

Diane Steinbrueck Women in Landscape Architecture Scholarship Fund

Austin Community Foundation
Private
Brazos County, Texas, Lubbock County, Texas +3 more
US $1,000

Diane Steinbrueck Women in Landscape Architecture Scholarship Fund

Female college junior or senior or graduate student pursuing a degree in landscape architecture at University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M University, University of Texas Arlington, Kansas State University or Texas Tech University.

Amount

  • (1) $1,000.00
Landscape Architecture Education - Higher Education

The EXCEL Industries, Inc. Legacy Scholarship

Central Kansas Community Foundation
Private
Anderson County, Kansas, Barton County, Kansas +23 more
Unspecified amount
The EXCEL Industries, Inc. Legacy Scholarship, managed by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, aims to support high school seniors and college students pursuing higher education or vocational training. Eligible applicants are children or grandchildren of full-time EXCEL Industries employees with at least two years of service. The scholarship encourages students to study various fields, particularly in STEM or business, promoting educational advancement and community growth in central Kansas.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Education - High School +2 more

The Cornerstone of Community Health Award

Manhattan Community Health Foundation (MCHF)
Association/Society
Riley County, Kansas
Unspecified amount
The Cornerstone of Community Health Award, presented by the Manhattan Community Health Foundation (MCHF), honors individuals or families who exemplify impactful leadership in promoting community health. This accolade celebrates those who invest in innovative solutions, build strong partnerships, and champion equitable healthcare access. By recognizing their dedication, MCHF aims to inspire others to contribute to the well-being of the Manhattan community, ensuring that quality healthcare is accessible to all, regardless of background or income.
Health Care Access & Delivery Health Policy & Advocacy Community Health Education

Water Infrastructure Funding from Kansas Department of Commerce

Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +102 more
Up to US $800,000
Local governments and public entities in Riley County, Kansas can seek funding to construct or upgrade water and sewer infrastructure, including lines, treatment plants, lagoons, and meters. With a mission to support reliable, safe, and sustainable systems, Kansas Department of Commerce also covers related engineering and limited administrative costs, helping communities protect public health and support growth.
Engineering Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water Water Resource Management

EMS Training Funding from Kansas Board

Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services
State/Local Government
Anderson County, Kansas, Barber County, Kansas +72 more
Unspecified amount
Licensed ground ambulance services in rural, frontier, or densely settled rural areas of Riley County, Kansas can apply for the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services’ Education Incentive Grant to cover EMS provider recruiting, training, and certification costs. Funding supports initial EMS courses, continuing education, and post-secondary EMS degrees, including tuition, books, lab fees, required equipment, and insurance.
First Responders Emergency Medical Care & Services

EMS Training Funding from Kansas Board of EMS

Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services
State/Local Government
Anderson County, Kansas, Barber County, Kansas +72 more
Up to US $5,110
Licensed ground ambulance services in rural, frontier, or densely settled rural areas of Kansas can receive up to US $5,110 per EMS provider for tuition, books, and required course fees. Grants from Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services help Riley County emergency medical providers recruit, train, and certify staff through initial, continuing, and post-secondary EMS education.
Emergency Medical Care & Services First Responders

EMS Training Funding from Kansas Board of EMS

Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services
State/Local Government
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +93 more
Up to US $5,110
Licensed ground ambulance services in rural, frontier, or densely settled rural parts of Riley County, Kansas can use this program to cover tuition, books, and related costs for EMS recruitment, initial training, and continuing education. With a mission to strengthen emergency medical care, Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services offers awards up to US $5,110 per student.
Emergency Medical Care & Services First Responders

Creative Arts Scholarships for Students from Greater Salina Community Foundation

Greater Salina Community Foundation
Private
Douglas County, Kansas, Jackson County, Missouri +4 more
More than US $1,000
Saline County high school seniors interested in creative arts and planning to attend a four-year college, including Kansas State University in Riley County, can receive renewable scholarships of more than US $1,000 for higher education. The Greater Salina Community Foundation supports students with at least a 2.75 GPA, with preference for creative arts majors or minors.
Education - Higher Education Performing Arts Fine Art +3 more

Grants to Help Build & Finance Churches: Major & Minor Funding Requests

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Up to US $100,000
Catholic Extension provides essential funding to support the construction, expansion, or renovation of churches and community facilities. This initiative aims to meet the facility needs of under-resourced Catholic dioceses across the U.S. By focusing on active projects, Catholic Extension ensures that communities can enhance their worship spaces and support local ministries, ultimately fostering a stronger church community. Funding is available for both minor and major requests, with an emphasis on urgent needs and robust funding strategies.
Catholicism

Building Foundation Grants

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Building Foundation Grants by Catholic Extension aim to support essential pastoral and administrative functions in under-resourced communities. These grants provide salary subsidies and operational funding to ordained, religious, and lay ministers, ensuring access to Catholic services. Prioritizing areas with significant financial need, this initiative seeks to sustain the church's presence where it is most critical, enabling continued ministry and outreach for those who may otherwise be underserved.
Catholicism

Catholic Leadership Training Grants for Dioceses

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Riley County, Kansas Catholic nonprofits working under an approved mission diocese can access funding through Catholic Extension to recruit, educate, and form church leaders. Grants support seminarians, deacons, and lay or religious leaders through tuition subsidies, recruitment programs, professional development, and ongoing formation opportunities in designated Extension Dioceses.
Catholicism

CapFed Foundation Grants

Capitol Federal Foundation
Private
Butler County, Kansas, Clay County, Kansas +10 more
Unspecified amount
The Capitol Federal Foundation, established in 1999, aims to enhance community life by investing in education, housing, and charitable efforts. This private foundation partners with employees to support local charities through matching contributions. With a commitment to community since 1893, it focuses on empowering future generations and addressing vital community needs, ensuring a lasting impact on the quality of life for residents.
Education Community Development & Revitalization Real Estate & Housing

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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 Riley 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 Riley 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 Riley 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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