Patterson Family Foundation Economic Opportunity Grants
Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +112 more
US $25,000 - US $500,000
Nonprofits, school districts, and government entities advancing economic and rural development in Cowley County, Kansas can seek funding for innovative economic opportunity initiatives. With a mission to reinvest in rural communities, Patterson Family Foundation provides US $25,000 - US $500,000 for regional innovation hubs and industry diversification strategies that build more resilient local economies.
Community Development & Revitalization
Rural Development
Economic Services & Development
Patterson Family Foundation Grants for Cowley County Child Care
Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +117 more
US $100,000 - US $500,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, school districts, and government entities supporting early childhood care in Cowley County, Kansas can seek US $100,000 - US $500,000 to expand or improve childcare for ages birth to five. Focused on rural communities, Patterson Family Foundation invites projects that increase capacity, upgrade facilities, and improve affordability for working families.
Child Care Services
Economic Services & Development
Early Childhood Development
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Multi-Sector Funding for Kansas Nonprofits via Humphreys Trust
Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust
Private
Barber County, Kansas, Barton County, Kansas +33 more
US $500 - US $125,000
Nonprofit organizations serving underserved residents with education, cultural, human services, or health care programs in Cowley County, Kansas can apply for one-year grants supporting general operations, programs, or capital needs. The Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust offers awards from US $500 - US $125,000 for projects demonstrating compelling community need and broad social benefit across East Central Kansas.
Human & Social Services
Health Care Access & Delivery
Education
+1 more
Cowley County Nutrition Funding via Bayer Fund
Bayer Fund
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Adams County, Nebraska +488 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations and public entities running food access or nutrition education programs in eligible legacy-Monsanto communities, including Cowley County, Kansas, can seek support for malnutrition and hunger alleviation initiatives. Bayer Fund provides funding for comprehensive, behavior-changing healthy eating programs and food security efforts such as food pantries, school backpack programs, soup kitchens, and community gardens.
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Food Access & Hunger
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Shaw Family Foundation
Foundation Management
Corporate
Butler County, Kansas, Cowley County, Kansas +8 more
Unspecified amount
Cowley County, Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing social services, arts programming, or supporting medical and liberal arts education can access funding through Shaw Family Foundation. Grants prioritize organizations in South Central Kansas, including cultural institutions, human and social services agencies, and programs connected to the Kansas University Endowment Association.
Art & Culture
Human & Social Services
Health & Medicine
Cowley County CTE Funding via Patterson Family Foundation
Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +117 more
Unspecified amount
High school CTE programs in Cowley County, Kansas can seek funding to expand or modernize career and technical education that prepares students for high-demand industries in rural communities. Focused on workforce preparation and rural development, the Patterson Family Foundation supports 501(c)(3) organizations, school districts, and government entities serving its Kansas and western Missouri catchment.
Rural Development
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
Career / College Preparation
Kansas Department of Commerce Revitalization Grants in Cowley County
Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +102 more
Up to US $300,000
Local governments in Cowley County, Kansas can access funding through the Kansas Department of Commerce to rehabilitate blighted downtown commercial buildings and strengthen community development. This Community Development Block Grant program supports viable communities by improving commercial districts, preserving key structures, and expanding economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents, with awards up to US $300,000.
Historic Preservation
Job Creation
Community Development & Revitalization
BNSF Railway Foundation Grant Program
BNSF Foundation
Private
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adams County, Colorado +658 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The BNSF Railway Foundation provides grants to enhance community quality of life across 28 states, focusing on educational, cultural, and social service initiatives. With over $150 million contributed since 2000, the foundation emphasizes projects with strong local engagement and BNSF employee involvement. Eligible organizations include public charities, local governments, and tribal governments, while ineligible entities encompass religious organizations and those with discriminatory practices. Priority is given to environmental, health, and cultural projects.
Recreation
Environment
Art & Culture
+6 more
Education Innovation Grants for Rural Nonprofits via Patterson Family Foundation
Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +117 more
US $25,000 - US $500,000
Rural 501(c)(3) organizations, school districts, and government entities improving education can apply for US $25,000 - US $500,000 from the Patterson Family Foundation. With a mission to help rural communities thrive, it supports innovative, project-based or experiential learning initiatives in Cowley County, Kansas and other eligible Kansas and western Missouri counties.
Education
Rural Development
Student Health Program Grants from Blue Cross
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Corporate
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +101 more
Up to US $2,000
K–12 schools in Cowley County, Kansas can apply for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas grants up to US $2,000 to launch or expand student health initiatives. Funding supports programs that boost physical activity, improve nutrition, reduce cardiovascular risk, and reinforce positive mental health; one grant is available per school.
Obesity
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Physical Fitness
+1 more
Community and Youth Funding from Black Hills
Black Hills Corporation Foundation
Corporate
Adair County, Iowa, Adams County, Colorado +278 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and schools supporting community needs, conservation, or youth programs in Cowley County, Kansas may be eligible for charitable sponsorships or donations. With a mission to strengthen communities, Black Hills Corporation Foundation provides funding for events and initiatives that promote thriving communities, environmental stewardship, and future leaders within its service territory.
Energy
Environmental Stewardship
Education
+6 more
Cowley County Entrepreneurship Funding via Patterson Family Foundation
Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +101 more
Unspecified amount
Cowley County, Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public school districts, government entities, and fiscally sponsored groups can seek support for rural entrepreneurship programs that mentor, train, and assist local business owners. Focused on entrepreneurship and business development, Patterson Family Foundation invites projects that expand technical assistance, networking, and outreach and can report clear outcomes for entrepreneurs served.
Business Development
Entrepreneurship
Scholarship 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 Cowley County, Kansas pursuing higher education or vocational-technical training can receive scholarship support, especially those studying STEM or business fields. Grants from Central Kansas Community Foundation are for children or grandchildren of eligible EXCEL Industries employees who meet GPA and employment-related criteria.
Education - Higher Education
Vocational & Trade Education
Education - High School
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Kansas Department of Commerce Grants for Water
Kansas Department of Commerce
State/Local Government
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +96 more
Up to US $1,000,000
Public water supply systems and related entities in Cowley County, Kansas can apply for Kansas Department of Commerce’s Regional Water Implementation Grant; awards up to US $1,000,000 for preliminary engineering studies that support regional water system collaboration, consolidation, or wholesale district creation or expansion benefiting at least two unconnected public water systems.
Engineering
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water
Water Resource Management
Cowley County Infrastructure Funding via 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 Cowley County, Kansas can seek funding to upgrade or expand water and wastewater infrastructure, with awards up to US $800,000. Kansas Department of Commerce supports projects such as line replacements, new sewer construction, treatment facility improvements, and related engineering and administration costs to enhance system reliability and public health.
Engineering
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water
Water Resource Management
Wayne Willis Foundation Scholarship Fund
Central Kansas Community Foundation
Private
Anderson County, Kansas, Barton County, Kansas +23 more
Unspecified amount
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.
Wayne Willis Foundation Scholarship Fund
The scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to current graduating high school seniors or college/graduate students who are furthering their careers through a degree in wildlife management or conservation of natural resources.
Education - Higher Education
Wildlife Management
Education - High School
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GSF Foundation Youth Services Grants in Cowley
GSF Foundation
Private
Clark County, Nevada, Cook County, Illinois +23 more
Unspecified amount
Cowley County, Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving children, youth, and families in need can access funding through GSF Foundation to support health, welfare, education, and basic-needs programs. Eligible organizations must be nominated by a current GSF associate in Cowley County, with applications obtained and signed through that associate before local and national review.
Children’s Health & Pediatrics
Youth Services
Family Services
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Patterson Family Foundation Healthcare Grants in Cowley
Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +117 more
US $100,000 - US $500,000
Cowley County, Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits, school districts, and government entities expanding preventative healthcare access can access funding through Patterson Family Foundation. Grants of US $100,000 - US $500,000 support rural health delivery models such as mobile health, telehealth, community paramedicine, and community health workers serving communities within the foundation’s Kansas and western Missouri catchment.
Preventative Healthcare
Rural Development
Health Care Access & Delivery
United Way of the Plains Community Grants in Kansas
United Way of the Plains
Private
Barber County, Kansas, Butler County, Kansas +8 more
Up to US $10,000
Focused on health, education, financial stability, and basic needs, this program invites 501(c)(3) nonprofits in south-central Kansas, including Cowley County, Kansas, to apply for capacity-building support. United Way of the Plains offers grants up to US $10,000 for grassroots organizations serving underserved communities within its ten-county service area.
Basic Human Needs
Financial Literacy
Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health
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Health and Human Services Grants from United Way
United Way of the Plains
Private
Butler County, Kansas, Cowley County, Kansas +6 more
Unspecified amount
Cowley County, Kansas 501(c)(3) health and human service nonprofits can access funding through United Way of the Plains to support programs in health, education, financial stability, and basic needs. Competitive grants are reviewed by community volunteers and the United Way board, and funded programs must operate within the United Way of the Plains service area.
Health Care Access & Delivery
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases
Academic Success & Enrichment
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EMS Training Funding for Kansas Ambulance Services via Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services
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 Cowley County, Kansas can use this program to cover EMS provider recruitment, initial training, and continuing education costs. Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services offers up to US $5,110 per student for approved courses, including tuition, books, and required fees.
Emergency Medical Care & Services
First Responders
Cowley County Workforce Training Funding via Patterson Family Foundation
Patterson Family Foundation
Private
Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas +117 more
Unspecified amount
Cowley County, Kansas nonprofits, school districts, and government entities can seek support for skilled trades training, apprenticeships, and workforce upskilling programs. Focused on trades like HVAC, electrical, plumbing, welding, diesel mechanics, healthcare, and legal professions, the Patterson Family Foundation invites rural-serving organizations within its catchment to strengthen local job readiness and economic opportunity.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
Rural Development
Vocational & Trade Education
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Richard & Dolla Squires Memorial Music Scholarship
Stanislaus Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000
Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus.
Richard & Dolla Squires Memorial Music Scholarship
Open to graduating high school seniors pursuing a degree in music and demonstrating financial need.
Award Amount:
Education - Higher Education
Music Education
Jane Wynne Woolley Scholarship
Stanislaus Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000 - US $2,200
Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus.
Jane Wynne Woolley Scholarship
Open to English Language Learners demonstrating financial need.
Award Amount:
Education - Higher Education
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Education
Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Fund
Stanislaus Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000
Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus.
Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Fund
Open to students from Stanislaus and Calaveras County who have attended a continuation high school, including those who have returned to and graduated from traditional high schools or attending a Vocational School.
Award Amount:
Education - Higher Education
Career / College Preparation
Vocational & Trade Education
First Tee of Central Valley
Stanislaus Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000
Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus.
First Tee of Central Valley
Open to current/active members of The First Tee program with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Award Amount:
Education - Higher Education
Golf
Earl Pride Scholarship
Stanislaus Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000
Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus.
Earl Pride Scholarship
Open to Stanislaus County employees and their children/step-children. Employee must work 24+ hours per week on a regular basis.
Award amount:
Education - Higher Education