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
Sidewalks and Trails Grant Program - >5,000 population
Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Douglas County, Kansas, Johnson County, Kansas +5 more
Up to US $800,000
The Sidewalks and Trails Grant Program, managed by the Kansas Department of Commerce, aims to enhance community engagement and health by funding the construction of sidewalks and trails linked to recreational facilities. This initiative targets areas with populations under 5,000, fostering connectivity and vibrancy within small communities. By improving access to outdoor spaces, the program encourages active lifestyles and strengthens local ties.
Architecture
Engineering
Community Development & Revitalization
+1 more
Sidewalks and Trails Grant Program - <5,000 Population
Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Douglas County, Kansas, Johnson County, Kansas +5 more
Up to US $650,000
The Sidewalks and Trails Grant Program aims to enhance community engagement and health in areas with populations under 5,000. Funded by the Kansas Department of Commerce, this initiative supports the construction of sidewalks and trails that connect to recreational facilities, promoting vibrancy and connectedness. By improving infrastructure, the program encourages outdoor activities and fosters a sense of community, ultimately contributing to the overall well-being of residents.
Architecture
Engineering
Community Development & Revitalization
+1 more
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
Academy Sports + Outdoors Support for Recreation
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Corporate
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alamance County, North Carolina +211 more
Unspecified amount
Registered 501(c)(3) organizations in Shawnee County, Kansas that promote safety and responsibility in sports or outdoor activities, or support first responder programs, can apply for Academy Sports + Outdoors’ donation program. Eligible proposals must serve collective groups and fund events or initiatives held in communities where an Academy store is present.
Recreation
Outdoor Recreation
Sports & Athletics
+1 more
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
Kansas Department of Commerce Grants for Shawnee County Economic Development
Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Douglas County, Kansas, Johnson County, Kansas +6 more
Up to US $750,000
For-profit businesses and agricultural cooperatives in eligible Kansas communities can seek up to US $750,000 in loan-based CDBG support for economic development projects. With a mission to strengthen economic development, Kansas Department of Commerce provides Shawnee County entities with funding for infrastructure, land, construction or renovation, equipment, inventory, payroll, and other working capital that primarily benefits low- and moderate-income residents.
Economic Services & Development
Agricultural Economics
Public Infrastructure
Evergy Grants for Shawnee County Sustainability
Evergy, Inc.
Private
Buchanan County, Missouri, Cass County, Missouri +11 more
Unspecified amount
Evergy provides Shawnee County, Kansas nonprofits with funding for environmental sustainability, community vitality, and social equity projects. Eligible 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations in Evergy’s service area may receive support for initiatives like clean energy education, environmental stewardship, workforce readiness, youth leadership, and equitable access to basic needs through the Community Impact Program.
Community Development & Revitalization
Environmental Justice & Advocacy
Environmental Stewardship
+2 more
Topeka Community Foundation Support for Community Services
Topeka Community Foundation
Private
Shawnee County, Kansas
Up to US $10,000
Nonprofit organizations running community service programs in Shawnee County, Kansas can receive funding for specific projects that address clear community needs and enhance quality of life. The Greater Topeka Fund from Topeka Community Foundation offers up to US $10,000 for program and project costs that contribute to a socially and economically prosperous Shawnee County.
Community Services
Program Funding for Nonprofits from Topeka Community Foundation
Topeka Community Foundation
Private
Shawnee County, Kansas
Up to US $10,000
Nonprofit and public organizations in Shawnee County, Kansas can seek up to US $10,000 to run programs for women and children focused on financial literacy, STEAM out-of-school learning, mental health, affordable housing, and healthy food access. With a mission to empower women’s philanthropy, Topeka Community Foundation supports one-year, high-impact projects through The Women’s Fund Grant.
Women & Girl Services
Food Access & Hunger
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
+7 more
Artist Project Funding from Charlotte Street Foundation
Charlotte Street Foundation
Private
Anderson County, Kansas, Atchison County, Kansas +18 more
Up to US $6,000
Individual artists, curators, collectives, and collaborative groups creating experimental public art projects in the Kansas City region, including Shawnee County, Kansas, can receive up to US $6,000 for work outside traditional venues. Charlotte Street Foundation’s Rocket Grants support performing, media, visual, and community art that engages new audiences and energizes the regional arts scene.
Performing Arts
Media Arts
Visual Arts
+1 more
Shawnee County Housing Funding via Kansas Department of Commerce
Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Douglas County, Kansas, Johnson County, Kansas +6 more
Up to US $300,000
Local governments in Shawnee County, Kansas can access funding for housing rehabilitation, demolition, and neighborhood development benefiting low- to moderate-income residents through the Kansas Department of Commerce. Grants up to US $500,000 support housing improvements, removal of blight, and related public facility upgrades such as streets, drainage, curbs, and sidewalks.
Urban Planning
Community Development & Revitalization
Equitable & Affordable Housing
ONEOK Foundation Grants for Shawnee County Nonprofits
ONEOK Foundation
Corporate
Barton County, Kansas, Blaine County, Oklahoma +69 more
Unspecified amount
Grants from ONEOK Foundation help Shawnee County, Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits fund specific safety and education programs or projects in communities where ONEOK operates. Eligible organizations can propose initiatives in areas like community safety, public education, STEM, or career readiness that strengthen local resilience and improve outcomes for residents.
Environment
Education
Art & Culture
+4 more
Water and Sewer Infrastructure Grant Program
Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +102 more
Up to US $800,000
The Water and Sewer Infrastructure Grant Program, administered by the Kansas Department of Commerce, allocates $1 million in 2024 to support essential water and sewer projects in communities with populations over 5,000. Each eligible project can receive up to $800,000, with a required 25% cash match. Funding is intended for infrastructure improvements, engineering costs, and administrative expenses, making it vital for enhancing community water systems.
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 frontier, rural, or densely settled rural areas of Kansas, including eligible parts of Shawnee County, can apply for the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services’ education incentive grants to cover EMS training and education costs. Funding supports recruiting, initial EMS courses, continuing education, and post-secondary degrees, including tuition, books, and required course fees.
First Responders
Emergency Medical Care & Services
EMS Training Funding from Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services
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 Shawnee County, Kansas can use this program to cover tuition, books, and required fees for EMS provider recruitment, initial training, and continuing education, with awards up to US $5,110. Grants from Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services prioritize initial EMS courses, followed by continuing education and post-secondary EMS degrees.
Emergency Medical Care & Services
First Responders
EMS Training Funding from Kansas Board
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 areas of Shawnee County, Kansas can use this program to cover EMS provider recruitment, initial training, continuing education, and degree-related coursework, with awards up to US $5,110 per student. With a mission to strengthen EMS capacity, Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services supports tuition, books, and required course fees.
Emergency Medical Care & Services
First Responders
Shawnee County Community Funding via Capitol Federal Foundation
Capitol Federal Foundation
Private
Butler County, Kansas, Clay County, Kansas +10 more
Unspecified amount
Shawnee County, Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for education, community development, housing, or other charitable programs may be eligible for this funding. Grants from Capitol Federal Foundation help organizations in select Kansas and Missouri counties improve quality of life, including initiatives that benefit local residents today and future generations.
Education
Community Development & Revitalization
Real Estate & Housing
Healthy Habits Grants for Kansas Schools via Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Corporate
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +101 more
Up to US $2,000
Shawnee County, Kansas K-12 schools seeking to promote student health and wellness can access funding through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas for programs on physical activity, nutrition, obesity prevention, and mental health. Public and eligible nonsectarian schools in the BCBSKS service area may receive up to US $2,000 per school for 2025 initiatives.
Obesity
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Physical Fitness
+1 more
Shawnee County Basic Needs Funding via Evergy
Evergy, Inc.
Private
Buchanan County, Missouri, Chariton County, Missouri +8 more
Up to US $10,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations in Shawnee County, Kansas can seek up to US $10,000 to expand basic needs programs for food security, housing, hygiene, and bill payments. With a mission to strengthen community vitality, Evergy provides support for capacity-building or special projects within its local service area.
Basic Human Needs
Black Hills Foundation Community Grants in Kansas
Black Hills Corporation Foundation
Corporate
Adair County, Iowa, Adams County, Colorado +278 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and schools in Shawnee County, Kansas can seek sponsorships or charitable contributions for community needs, conservation, and youth leadership programs. With a mission to strengthen communities, Black Hills Foundation provides support for food security, housing, childcare, energy assistance, environmental stewardship, and education initiatives within its service territory; requests are accepted year-round.
Energy
Environmental Stewardship
Education
+6 more
Youth Workforce and Security Grants from IMA Foundation
IMA Financial Group
Corporate
Adams County, Colorado, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania +75 more
Unspecified amount
501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth under 26 in Shawnee County, Kansas can apply for IMA Foundation grants supporting workforce development, financial literacy, and community emergency preparedness. Organizations must be located where IMA has offices and have missions closely aligned with these focus areas to be considered for funding.
Community Services
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
Financial Literacy
Brinker International Youth Hunger Grants in Shawnee
Brinker International
Corporate
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Ada County, Idaho +620 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting children, youth services, or hunger relief in Shawnee County, Kansas can seek monetary or in-kind dining certificate support through Brinker International. Focused on helping kids, fighting hunger, and supporting education, this program considers requests year-round when submitted online at least six weeks before the related event.
Food Access & Hunger
Youth Services
Children’s Health & Pediatrics
+5 more
Central Kansas Community Foundation Wildlife Scholarships
Central Kansas Community Foundation
Private
Anderson County, Kansas, Barton County, Kansas +23 more
Unspecified amount
Graduating high school seniors and current college or graduate students pursuing wildlife management or natural resources degrees at Kansas Regent’s institutions can receive scholarship support, including those from Shawnee County, Kansas. With a mission to build stronger communities, Central Kansas Community Foundation helps students with strong science coursework continue higher education in conservation-related fields.
Education - Higher Education
Wildlife Management
Education - High School
+2 more
STEM and Education Funding from Central Kansas Community Foundation
Central Kansas Community Foundation
Private
Anderson County, Kansas, Barton County, Kansas +23 more
Unspecified amount
Graduating high school seniors and college students in Shawnee County, Kansas pursuing higher education or vocational training can receive scholarship support for tuition and related studies. Central Kansas Community Foundation provides this scholarship for children and grandchildren of eligible EXCEL Industries employees, with preference for STEM or general business majors, through the EXCEL Industries Legacy Scholarship.
Education - Higher Education
Vocational & Trade Education
Education - High School
+2 more
Commercial Rehabilitation Grant Program (KS)
Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +102 more
Up to US $300,000
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.
Historic Preservation
Job Creation
Community Development & Revitalization
Shawnee County Community Funding via Envista Credit Union
Envista Credit Union
Private
Douglas County, Kansas, Reno County, Kansas +1 more
Unspecified amount
Focused on community services, Envista Credit Union invites Shawnee County, Kansas nonprofits to request selective donations and sponsorships that support local charitable activities. Organizations working within Envista branch communities may benefit from monthly-reviewed contributions to strengthen community impact and service. Requests for individuals, teams, travel, or political causes are not supported.
Community Services