Best Aging Grants in Missouri

The CSF Capacity Building initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of organizations supporting children's mental health in Jackson County, Missouri. With over 165,000 children under 18, the program addresses a significant funding gap of $21M for children's services. It focuses on improving internal strategies, financial management, and staff development to deliver impactful services. By fostering collaboration and community equity, CSF ensures that all applicants, including smaller organizations, have access to necessary resources and support.

Grants from Jeffris Family Foundation help Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government agencies plan major historic preservation projects by funding Historic Structure Reports. Awards of US $5,000 - US $50,000 cover up to 50% of report costs for nationally or statewide significant sites, and require a dollar-for-dollar cash match from non-Jeffris sources.

The United Way KGC Impact 100 Grant seeks proposals from local nonprofit organizations that address critical health and human service needs in the Kansas City region. Selected organizations will receive a one-year unrestricted grant, enhancing their visibility and connections within the United Way network. This initiative emphasizes diverse approaches in Health, Education, and Financial Stability, ensuring a comprehensive impact across various community sectors. Organizations are encouraged to apply based on alignment with United Way's funding goals and community needs.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving financially disadvantaged children in the St. Louis, Missouri–Illinois metro area can seek funding for programs that improve health, education, and welfare or expand knowledge of nature and wild animals. Missouri groups whose aging-focused initiatives also support underprivileged children or intergenerational programs may be eligible for Dana Brown Charitable Trust support.

Friends of NRA

Friends of NRA is the National Rifle Association’s premier fundraising program, supporting the future of shooting sports. Since day one, Friends of NRA has been a 100% grassroots effort fueled by a united front to secure the Second Amendment and raise money for the shooting sports.

Committee volunteers are appointed to State Fund Committees to make recommendations for local grant funding in areas such as youth education, women-focused clinics, law enforcement training, hunter safety, range improvement, firearms and marksmanship training and safety. Recognizing the impact American youth has on the future of the shooting sports, State Fund Committees frequently recommend grants for youth programs, allocating the most significant portion of monies to this vital area.

Grant awards fund activities and support programs in the United States to promote firearms and hunting safety, to enhance marksmanship skills of those in the shooting sports, and to educate the public about firearms in their historic, technological and artistic context.

Friends of NRA State Fund Grant Program - Missouri

The Friends of NRA State Fund Grant Program provides supplies, equipment, and financial support to a variety of qualified groups and programs at the local level; geared towards youth, women, law enforcement, veterans, the disabled, and the general public, including:

• General shooting programs
• Competitive shooting
• Education, training and safety
• Hunting and conservation
• Community outreach
• Historical education

Grant funding must be used to further a charitable purpose as defined by the Internal Revenue Code under section 501(c)(3) and accompanying rules, regulations, and other IRS law and materials.

Nonprofit public charities planning capital projects for nature, STEM education, skilled trades training, or community gathering spaces may be eligible for funding, including in Missouri. Grants from Ash Grove Charitable Foundation help U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations with construction, renovation, repairs, and restoration, with awards up to US $25,000 for capital needs and smaller amounts for program support.

Nonprofits and educational institutions in Missouri can apply for Jewish Federation of St. Louis’s Rubin and Gloria Feldman Family Educational Institute grants to support educational or artistic projects using Holocaust history and lessons. Programs that foster ethical reflection, interfaith dialogue, and efforts to combat antisemitism, racism, and discrimination may be especially competitive, including those serving older adults.

Nonprofits and government entities serving children and youth under 19 in Jackson County, Missouri can seek core funding for mental health, counseling, crisis intervention, shelter, and family-strengthening services. Focused on child and family well-being, Jackson County Community Childrens Service Fund offers up to US $750,000, which may benefit agencies whose work intersects with aging caregivers or multigenerational families.

Prospective child care providers in Missouri can apply for the Innovation Grant to Start-Up a New Child Care Program to launch new licensed child care services and address local shortages. This Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education funding can support start-up costs, staff training, facility improvements, and other needs; senior-serving programs may be eligible if CCDF requirements are met.

Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving health and wellness can seek seed funding for early-stage, proactive initiatives that change individual and community behaviors. Focused on health, Menorah Heritage Foundation invites organizations in the greater Kansas City metro, including Missouri counties, to address social determinants of health and reduce disparities, which may include programs serving older adults.

Affordable housing providers in Missouri and other Midwestern states can apply for Enterprise Community Partners’ Midwest Asset Management University Cohort, a five‑month training initiative to strengthen asset and property management skills. Selected organizations receive CHAM online training, peer learning, and post‑training technical assistance that may benefit programs serving older adult residents in affordable housing communities.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, school districts, and government entities supporting childcare can seek US $100,000 - US $500,000 to expand capacity, improve facilities, and increase affordability for families in eligible rural Kansas and western Missouri counties. Patterson Family Foundation prioritizes projects serving children from birth to age five; home-based providers must apply through a nonprofit fiscal sponsor.

Organizations running agricultural cooperative education programs in Missouri and other CHS trade area states can use this grant to support program-related costs, including youth camps. Grants from CHS Foundation help groups with innovative, technology-enabled projects that teach the ag cooperative business model to middle school, high school, college students, and young producers, which may include senior-focused agricultural initiatives.

Missouri child care providers seeking to expand licensed programs can use this grant for start-up or growth costs, staff training, facility improvements, employee retention, and licensing support. Missouri senior-serving organizations that operate child care, and are CCDF-eligible through required DESE trainings, may benefit from this Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education opportunity.

Missouri senior services and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing health, human services, education, or community programs in central Missouri counties may be eligible for this funding. The Allen P. and Josephine B. Green Foundation supports organizations improving quality of life, including programs that enhance wellness, longevity, and happiness for older adults.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth mental health and social-emotional development in Missouri and select other states can apply for grants of US $100,000 - US $150,000. Grants from Cigna Foundation help Missouri organizations expand evidence-informed programs in schools and related settings, supporting youth ages 5–18 along with their parents, caregivers, and youth service professionals.

Missouri 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Jewish community, including programs for older adults, can apply for Menorah Heritage Foundation’s Jewish Community Grant Cycle to support health-focused services, community programs, or core operations. Eligible nonprofits must operate in the greater Kansas City metro area counties in Missouri and Kansas and meet the foundation’s non-discrimination requirements.

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.

Nonprofit organizations providing community-based services for children and youth ages 0–19 in Clay County, Missouri can apply for one-time grants to start or expand mental health, counseling, crisis intervention, respite care, and related supports. With a mission to strengthen regional communities, Greater Kansas City Community Foundation administers the Clay County Children’s Services Fund to improve child safety and well-being; programs supporting caregivers of older adults may also benefit.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, government entities, school districts, and tax-exempt faith-based groups in Greene County, Missouri can receive US $500 for equipment, programming, or training that expands athletic and outdoor recreation for girls and young women. Grants from Community Foundation of the Ozarks may benefit Missouri organizations whose aging-focused work also includes intergenerational or youth components.

The Lennie Cloud Fund for the Hearing Impaired, managed by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, aims to improve the lives of hearing-impaired individuals in the Ozarks. This grant will provide $500 to nonprofit agencies that offer essential equipment, programming, or training. Eligible applicants include 501(c)3 organizations, government entities, school districts, and faith-based organizations. The fund emphasizes non-discrimination in its practices and supports community grantmaking across central and southern Missouri.

About Us

The Community Mental Health Fund makes grants to 501(c)(3) mental healthcare organizations. We are a public fund and services are audited. Care must meet standards set by the Board of Trustees and the State of Missouri. We also support multi-agency initiatives, including cultural competence and trauma-informed care. Services assist our community’s most vulnerable citizens. Abused children, battered women, and homeless families are among those we serve.

Our Mission

Our Mission is to support a network of quality mental health services for persons with mental illness that are equitably accessible and responsive to the varied and unique needs of Jackson County Missouri residents.

Mental Health Fund

Responding to Changing Mental Health Needs

We’re committed to identifying and pursuing partnerships with local agencies that provide mental health service to underserved Jackson County residents. Our new Community Grants target agencies that exemplify innovation and a forward-thinking mindset in their delivery of whole-person mental wellness services in these social determinants of health focus areas:

• Family - from expecting parents to early family life
• Life - housing and communities offering safe, supportive family environments
• Work - fair, supportive, and inclusive employment
• Aging - support for older adults’ community connectedness and access to care

Grant Funding Programs

General funding information

The Community Mental Health Fund invests in mental health services through partnerships with non-profit agencies that provide quality mental health care for persons with mental health concerns.

Through these partnerships, we strive to ensure that mental health services are equitably accessible and responsive to the varied and unique needs of Jackson County residents. Every year our funding supports over 25,000 residents who are without insurance and are in need of mental health care.

Grant funding programs

The Board of Trustees has authority to contract with established tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable corporations to: operate, supplement, maintain or deliver purchased services within: community mental health centers, mental health clinics or comprehensive mental health service providers. Funding is contractual and performance-based. Billing and treatment records are audited.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and other eligible entities serving the Springfield, Missouri area can seek funding for education, youth development, mental health, and daily living stability projects. Community Foundation of the Ozarks supports programs that enhance childcare, learning, housing assistance, and access to mental health resources, which may benefit organizations serving older adults as part of family stability efforts.

Missouri 501(c)(3) arts organizations, government units, and tribal entities can receive up to US $5,000 to present touring artists and public arts events. Mid-America Arts Alliance supports projects featuring artists from elsewhere in its six-state region, including performances and outreach activities that engage regional audiences and may benefit older adults through accessible, community-focused programming.

Focused on senior services and other community needs, nonprofits in Missouri with 501(c)(3) status and main offices in central Missouri can apply for the Impact Grant, which awards US $5,000 for significant projects. Community Foundation of Central Missouri supports aging-related human services, arts, housing, literacy, workforce training, and similar initiatives in its service counties.

Grants from the Community Foundation of Central Missouri help Missouri nonprofits, public agencies, and educational institutions fund community projects in ten central Missouri counties. Organizations serving older adults through health, basic human needs, housing, disability services, or other aging-related programs may be eligible for US $500 - US $1,500 Community Support Grants.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving seniors in Kansas City, Missouri can seek support for senior services and related needs through the Ina Calkins Board. Focused on education, care for older adults, and vulnerable populations, this fund may benefit aging-focused programs that meet physical, medical, or social needs of local residents.