US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Kansas Workforce
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, housing, or community arts and culture can seek funding that may support vocational and trade education and related workforce programs. Focused on equitable, high-impact community development, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes organizations in U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple Work, Home, and Play pillars.
US Bancorp Foundation
Kansas Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary support of community-based services. Grants may benefit organizations providing vocational or trade education as part of broader youth or human services programming in areas where Costco operates warehouses.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services programs may be eligible for funding to address social challenges, including work that supports vocational and trade education in Kansas. Creag Foundation considers invited proposals from smaller or evolving nonprofits with new approaches to existing or emerging social issues; interested groups may first submit a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through education, health, development, or welfare programs in Kansas and beyond can seek up to US $15,000 to expand their work. The Dan Paul Foundation supports efforts such as early childhood development, youth leadership, scholarships, and services addressing poverty, homelessness, and refugee enrichment, which may include vocational and trade education components.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations in Kansas and beyond can seek up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation to scale proven social or environmental solutions. Focused on bold, scalable models, this support may benefit vocational and trade education initiatives that serve underserved communities and can grow to reach thousands.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Kansas Workforce
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Kansas can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to Up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved people build skills, create jobs, and expand vocational and workforce readiness programs that may include vocational rehabilitation components.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Community Development Grants in Kansas
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations in Kansas can seek Good Neighbor Citizenship funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support job training, financial literacy, STEM and academic programs, and neighborhood revitalization that may complement vocational and trade education efforts.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Kansas Arts and Culture Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. Kansas organizations offering arts, museums, or STEAM education that serve large populations and demonstrate lasting impact may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Kansas
Kansas nonprofits and other eligible charitable organizations can seek funding for health, education, and community programs that expand healthcare access and support local needs. Focused on community health and education, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites applicants whose work may include vocational or trade education, STEM initiatives, food pantries, or services for underserved populations.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Kansas Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations supporting urban low-income children through education or youth-focused programs in Kansas and across the U.S. can apply for more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation prioritizes initiatives in education, health, and family economic stability that already demonstrate impact and align with its values.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Kansas Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on early childhood education, workforce preparation, or community and economic development can access funding through PNC Foundation to support programs serving low- and moderate-income residents. Eligible projects include job readiness, small business support, housing stability, and related services in Kansas communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Kansas
Kansas nonprofits and community organizations focused on health, education, and humanitarian services can access funding through the Semnani Family Foundation to support marginalized and vulnerable populations. Programs in areas such as health care access, disease prevention, literacy, and social services may be eligible, including initiatives that incorporate vocational or trade education components.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Kansas Education
Kansas 501(c)(3) organizations working in vocational, educational, scientific, or medical fields can seek funding to support charitable programs serving U.S. communities. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help well-managed nonprofits expand services that significantly benefit their target populations and advance general welfare, provided all funded activities take place within the U.S.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on workforce development, vocational education, housing, hunger, or community development can seek sponsorship support to advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation also considers arts, culture, environment, sports, and diversity initiatives through its regional U.S. sponsorships program, which may benefit vocational and trade education efforts.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help smaller organizations in countries including the U.S. support poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, and related human services, which may include vocational or trade-focused programming in Kansas.
Gupta Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants in Kansas
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations seeking to showcase impactful preservation, education, or wellness work can use this grant to fund storytelling projects. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports communication efforts that highlight programs such as mental health, early childhood education, outdoor access, and conservation; awards are more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Education
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing education, vocational training, or related services in Kansas and other Southern states can seek program support from the Robinson Foundation; funding is for single-year, non-capital needs. Robinson Foundation supports vocational and trade education, children and families, poverty relief, and related services across the Southern region below the Mason-Dixon line.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Kansas Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships, including those in Wyandotte County. Insperity supports community-focused organizations connected to its employees, client base, or local communities through philanthropic grants and event sponsorships, with applications reviewed in approximately 45 days.
Insperity
Kansas Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Kansas can seek support for their programs through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. The foundation provides flexible funding that may benefit organizations offering vocational or trade education as part of their broader mission to serve people and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Focused on education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environment, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities to apply for community-focused project support. Eligible applicants must be within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community and serve areas where the company operates, which may include parts of Kansas with GP facilities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Kansas Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports efforts that help vulnerable children and families build better futures, which may include vocational and job-readiness initiatives for at-risk youth.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environmental and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services programs can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help fund program or operating costs, issued as unrestricted support, and may benefit organizations offering vocational or trade education as part of their services.
Lawrence Foundation
Vocational Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering vocational, trade, or life-skills training programs in Kansas can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to strengthen their services. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports workforce preparation, vocational and trade education, youth and senior programs, disability services, and other community-based initiatives where modest grants can have a big impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Kansas Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Kansas 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural programs, or environmental initiatives can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 support one year of project-focused work, and may benefit vocational and trade education or related rehabilitation efforts.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Workforce Development Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, workforce development, health, or disaster relief in communities with an O’Reilly Auto Parts presence can seek project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports vocational and trade education, job readiness, and related services for underserved and underrepresented individuals and families across the U.S.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Kansas Workforce
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Kansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering workforce development, vocational training, or job readiness programs can access funding through Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $30,000. Eligible projects must primarily serve Kansas communities on the Union Pacific service list and align with the program’s safety, workforce, community vitality, or environmental priorities.
Union Pacific Foundation