Community Development Funding from US Bancorp Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits advancing economic opportunity, affordable housing, or community arts and culture in Kansas can apply for US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible support. Funding prioritizes organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple pillars of work, home, and play with sustainable, high-impact programs.
US Bancorp Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Kansas
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs, including theater organizations, may be eligible for funding that supports new approaches and unaddressed issues. Creag Foundation supports creative, smaller or evolving organizations developing fresh solutions to societal challenges; applications are by invitation, but qualifying groups can submit a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Kansas Youth Programs Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth health, education, development, or welfare can seek funding for programs such as child advocacy, early childhood development, homelessness, poverty, and refugee enrichment. Focused on enriching children’s lives, the Dan Paul Foundation offers up to US $15,000 for projects that directly benefit young people, including theater-related initiatives.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Support for Scalable Theater
Theater and performing arts organizations in Kansas working as early-stage, scalable social impact ventures can receive up to US $300,000 to grow innovative, impact-first models. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation funds independent nonprofit or mission-driven for-profit entities addressing urgent social or environmental problems, including arts and culture, with solutions that can reach at least 10,000 people within five years.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Kansas Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Kansas theater organizations may be eligible if they serve mostly economically underserved communities and integrate tech-enabled programming within these priority areas.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Support for Community Programs
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Kansas can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. With a mission to strengthen communities, State Farm Companies Foundation provides support that may benefit theater organizations whose programming advances education, youth development, or neighborhood revitalization.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Kansas Theater
Theater and performing arts nonprofits in Kansas offering impactful cultural or arts education programming can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation; awards are typically more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or limited general support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses above $2 million and strong, sustainable results may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Community Health and Education Funding from Labcorp
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on health, education, or community services can seek funding for programs such as food pantries, healthcare access, STEM initiatives, and preventative health efforts. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites U.S.-based organizations, including those with theater-related education or community programs, to apply during its March and September review cycles.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
Kansas theater and arts education organizations serving urban low-income children and youth may be eligible for large project or scaling support in education, childhood health, or family economic stability. Funding from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation is available to U.S. entities requesting more than US $50,000 whose programs align with its mission and values.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Grants for Community Development
501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations advancing early childhood education or community economic development can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant in Kansas communities where PNC operates. Funding supports programs for young children, affordable housing, small business development, job training, arts and culture, and services that benefit low- and moderate-income residents; theater organizations may be eligible when projects fit these priorities.
PNC Foundation
Kansas Human Services Funding via Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofits and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief for vulnerable people in Kansas can access funding via Semnani Family Foundation, which supports marginalized communities worldwide. Groups with theater or arts programming that also advance literacy, child welfare, or human and social services may be eligible within its broad humanitarian focus.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Nonprofit Funding from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in theater, education, science, health, or other charitable programs can access funding through Sidney Stern Memorial Trust to support charitable, scientific, medical, or educational activities. Eligible tax-exempt organizations must use awarded funds within the U.S., demonstrate sound management, and show broad, meaningful impact on their target populations and general welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Grants for Kansas Communities
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on theater, arts and culture, basic needs, workforce development, housing, or community development can seek sponsorship support to advance economic mobility and social progress. With a mission to strengthen communities, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides regional U.S. sponsorships for programs, events, and initiatives that keep local communities vibrant and healthy.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Social Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people through social services, poverty alleviation, disability support, or humanitarian relief can seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 in funding from Gupta Family Foundation. Focused on smaller organizations in countries including the U.S., it may benefit Kansas theater groups whose programs build self-reliance among marginalized communities.
Gupta Family Foundation
Kansas Arts and Recreation Funding via Manhattan Fund
Letter of inquiry due Oct 2, 2026
Kansas arts, theater, recreation, and community-service nonprofits improving quality of life in Manhattan or Keats can access funding through the Manhattan Fund Caroline F Peine Charitable Foundation; awards more than US $25,000 for eligible projects. Programs may include theater and arts, parks and recreation, historic preservation, libraries, senior and disability services, and subsidized child care.
Manhattan Fund Caroline F Peine Charitable Foundation
Community Hardship Relief Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Southern U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years can seek single-year support for programs addressing hardship, such as education, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, or family services. Focused on compassionate community impact, Robinson Foundation invites eligible groups, including those with theater-related outreach or youth programming, to demonstrate tangible, meaningful results in the Southern region.
Robinson Foundation
Community Services Funding from Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering community services and operating where Insperity employees live and work may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships. Insperity supports community-focused programs in Kansas and other listed areas, prioritizing charities that are Insperity clients or have strong employee involvement.
Insperity
ArtsKC Regional Arts Council Support for Theater
Applications due Oct 17, 2026
Nonprofit arts organizations in the Kansas City metro’s five counties with theater or other arts as their primary purpose can apply for ArtsKC Mission Support Grants, awarding US $5,000 in unrestricted funding. Eligible groups must be founded before 2020 and offer public-facing programming, with multi-year support and added consideration for diverse-led organizations.
ArtsKC Regional Arts Council
Kansas Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working in community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This national private foundation supports charitable projects that respect people, life, and the environment, which may include theater groups whose work advances community or environmental goals.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Kansas theater and arts nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities can access funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental programs if they are within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community. Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritizes projects that support communities it serves and create long-term value and sustainability.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Kansas Youth Support Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Kansas supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence services can seek program funding if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. With a mission to help vulnerable families and children build better futures, The TJX Foundation provides invited applicants with grants for these community programs.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Kansas Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Kansas 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries can seek unrestricted funding for environmental, human services, or related programs, including general operating support. Lawrence Foundation typically awards US $5,000 - US $10,000 and has no geographic restrictions, so Kansas arts or theater organizations that fit its priorities may be eligible.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Vitality Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits running community development, arts education, or cultural enrichment programs can access funding through Ameriprise Financial, with priority for sites engaging Ameriprise volunteers. Grants support efforts like neighborhood revitalization, arts access for underserved audiences, and diverse performances, so theater organizations that fit these focus areas and U.S.-based eligibility may be competitive.
Ameriprise Financial
Theater and Arts Funding from Shaw Family Foundation
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
501(c)(3) organizations in South Central Kansas can apply for Shaw Family Foundation support for social services, arts, and educational initiatives. Theater groups and arts nonprofits in counties such as Sedgwick, Butler, and surrounding areas may be eligible, with preference for select Wichita-based institutions and Kansas University Endowment Association scholarships.
Foundation Management
Tranby Fund Music Performance Grants in Kansas
Applications due Feb 16, 2027
Kansas 501(c)(3) performing arts organizations can seek up to US $5,000 to support public music performances through the Martha Lee Cain Tranby Music Enrichment Fund. Grants help cover specific performing projects or general operating expenses for music-focused work, and theater or dance groups may be eligible when funding clearly supports their live music components.
Martha Lee Cain Tranby Music Enrichment Fund
Community Programs Funding from Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Kansas 501(c)(3) public charities running safety, workforce development, community vitality, environmental sustainability, or arts and cultural programs can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $30,000. Theater and performing arts organizations in Kansas may be eligible if their projects serve Union Pacific–served communities and fit these priority areas.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs for underserved youth, food insecurity, housing support, or environmental stewardship in Kansas and beyond can seek True Inspiration Awards funding for community impact projects. With a mission to strengthen local communities, Chick Fil A Foundation provides US $30,000 - US $350,000 to organizations in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, and Singapore.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc