United Way of Central Kansas is introducing Impact Grants to the area. These funds are available for specific programs or projects lead by any 501c3 non-profit in Barton or Pawnee Counties for up to $1,000. Priority funding will be given to projects that present innovative approaches to meeting the health and human services needs of our community. Other factors for funding consideration will include measurable outcomes, programs that meet current needs in the community, and the organization’s ability to secure funds to continue the project, if applicable.
Total funds for this first year is $5,000, which will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis starting April 1. Grants will be awarded for programs or projects in the fields of health, education, and financial stability. These grants will be acted on a rolling deadline basis throughout the year, with applicants being notified within 4-6 weeks of the application submission.
Funding will not be considered for annual fund drives, building funds, operating deficits or after-the-fact support, direct or grassroots lobbying, religious purposes, hospitals, medical research, academic research, or event sponsorships.
“UWCK is excited for the opportunities that this funding option will present to the community. Projects that need initial seed money or programs that would be beneficial to the community, we can help fund them with a short and simple application. Additionally, this also allows us to build relationships with more non-profit organizations across our area, fostering unity for the betterment of our community as a whole. We are stronger together, and we look forward to seeing the great ideas fellow non-profits have and how we can help.” Charell Owings, Executive Director.
If your organization is interested in applying for these funds, contact UWCK at 620-792-2403 or unitedwaycentralks@hotmail.com for more information.