Playground and Community Funding from U.S. Bank Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Kansas working on playgrounds, community arts, housing, or economic and workforce advancement can apply for the U.S. Bank Foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program. Funding supports work, home, and play initiatives, with priority for organizations led by people of color and those serving designated U.S. Bank communities.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for Kansas Youth Services
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding that may benefit playground or youth recreation initiatives. Focused on community impact, the Costco Foundation considers demonstrated need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and diversified support when reviewing applications from organizations in communities where it does business.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Kansas
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can seek funding to develop or expand their work. Creag Foundation supports organizations finding new ways to address societal issues, including efforts that may enhance community spaces such as playgrounds or related services, once they have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year.
Creag Foundation
Kansas Youth Programs Funding via DanPaul Foundation
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving children’s health, education, development, or welfare can seek funding for youth enrichment, child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, and related programs. Focused on improving life for young people worldwide, the DanPaul Foundation offers up to US $15,000 for initiatives such as early childhood development, environmental responsibility, and refugee enrichment.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Support for Scalable Playgrounds
Nonprofit and mission-driven early-stage social enterprises in Kansas developing scalable solutions for underserved communities can receive up to US $300,000 for capacity, capital, and community support. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation backs post-pilot, impact-measured models that can grow exponentially, which may include innovative playground or play-space initiatives serving vulnerable children and families.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Kansas Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Kansas can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Eligible projects must primarily serve economically underserved communities and propose innovative, early-stage solutions that significantly expand reach or efficiency of services.
Cisco Systems Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Kansas Arts
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Kansas offering arts, science, or STEAM programming for broad audiences may be eligible for more than US $100,000 to support programs or capital needs. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help U.S. arts schools, museums, ballets, theaters, symphonies, and similar organizations, including those whose youth programming complements playground and recreation initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Community Health and Education Funding from Labcorp
Nonprofit organizations working on health, education, or community services in Kansas may be eligible for funding to support food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, or healthy lifestyle initiatives. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations to apply, which can include groups enhancing playgrounds as part of broader health and community programs.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
Kansas nonprofits and social enterprises improving education, health, or family economic stability for urban low-income children can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Kansas playground and youth-serving organizations may be eligible if they operate in the U.S., meet the foundation’s focus areas, and request at least $50,000.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Education Funding from Roche
Nonprofit and charitable organizations running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts initiatives in Kansas may be eligible for grants that support programmatic projects and community development. Grants from Roche help Kansas nonprofits and other accredited charities deliver sustainable, high-quality projects; local Roche affiliates fund organizations based and operating in the same country as the affiliate office.
La Roche, Inc.
Kansas Health and Human Services Funding via Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofits and humanitarian organizations focused on health, education, or disaster relief can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support vulnerable communities in Kansas and worldwide. The foundation backs projects such as healthcare access, food and shelter, child welfare, and services for women, children, and people with disabilities, which may include community play and recreation spaces.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Nonprofit Funding from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust, provided all funds are used in the U.S. Organizations developing or enhancing playground or recreation-related initiatives that fit these categories may be eligible if they meet IRS and applicable California tax-exempt requirements.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Grants for Kansas Communities
With a mission to strengthen communities, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits with sponsorship support for community development, basic needs, and cultural initiatives. Organizations improving neighborhoods, offering housing or shelter, addressing hunger, or enhancing arts, environmental, or inclusion programs may be eligible, including projects that incorporate or improve community play and recreation spaces.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Social Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 for social and human services projects, including in Kansas. Focused on poverty, disability, social exclusion, and disaster relief, Gupta Family Foundation prioritizes smaller, non-sectarian organizations with strong founder-led leadership and efficient use of grant funds.
Gupta Family Foundation
Storytelling Project Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations working in preservation, education, or wellness can access funding to tell impactful stories about their work. The Storytelling Grant from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports creating communications and media that showcase community impact, which may benefit playground and child-focused programs within these pillars. Awards are more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Penn National Gaming Support for Community Playgrounds
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community development, education, or human services projects in Kansas communities where Penn National Gaming operates may be eligible for funding to improve local spaces, including playgrounds. Grants from Penn National Gaming help Kansas nonprofits address broad community needs such as infrastructure, public safety, youth services, health, and cultural programs.
Penn National Gaming
Community Hardship Relief Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children, families, and vulnerable communities in the Southern U.S. can seek funding for programs addressing poverty, education, medical assistance, disaster relief, animal welfare, and related needs. Focused on tangible impact, Robinson Foundation invites established organizations to propose projects that may also enhance outdoor or play spaces as part of broader family and youth services.
Robinson Foundation
Kansas Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Kansas nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects can access funding via the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. Playground-focused nonprofits may be eligible if their projects advance community well-being, respect for people, or environmental stewardship in their local areas.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities can access funding through Georgia-Pacific Foundation to support education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment initiatives. Eligible organizations must be within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community and serving that community, and playground or recreation projects may fit when they align with these focus areas.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Kansas Youth Support Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Kansas that support basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence may be eligible for funding, if located within 15 miles of a TJX site. With a mission to help vulnerable families and children build better futures, TJX Foundation provides invited applicants with grant support that could complement playground and youth programs.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Kansas Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Kansas seeking support for environmental or human services programs can apply for unrestricted grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Lawrence Foundation funds general operating or project needs for U.S.-headquartered groups, which may include organizations enhancing community spaces such as playgrounds.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Community Grants in Kansas
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Kansas seeking support for community facilities, youth programs, or cultural spaces can apply for $1,000 - $20,000 in funding from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation. With a mission to help U.S. nonprofits where modest grants have big impact, this program may assist playground-related or recreational projects within broader community-based initiatives.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment can access funding through Ameriprise Financial to support hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and community vitality programs. U.S.-based organizations must align with one of Ameriprise’s three focus areas and demonstrate measurable outcomes, financial stability, and, ideally, active Ameriprise volunteer engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Support for Community Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek project funding for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs in Kansas and beyond. Focused on broad community needs, Dr Scholl Foundation invites eligible applicants to request US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one-year initiatives that strengthen communities and improve quality of life.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Safety Funding from Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Kansas communities served by Union Pacific can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $30,000 for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects. Programs that enhance safe, inclusive public spaces, including playground-related improvements and infrastructure, may be competitive.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth education, housing, food security, or environmental projects, including playground and outdoor learning spaces, can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. With a mission to celebrate community impact, it provides Kansas and other eligible nonprofits US $30,000 - US $350,000 for programs serving children and families.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc