Deadline: 28-Feb-25
Hutchinson Community Foundation is inviting applications for its funding program to address the ever-changing needs of Reno County.
Fund for Reno County proposals allow foundation representatives–board members, community volunteers and staff—to hear directly from the communities about their challenges and opportunities.
Areas of Impact
- Dynamic Culture – Projects that enhance and celebrate local arts, theatre, history, and tourism. Maximum request of $20,000.
- Thriving Kids – Projects that support high-quality early care and education, youth development, and families. Maximum request of $20,000.
- Community Catalyst – Projects that improve community engagement, communication, confidence, and pride. Maximum request of $2,500.
- Strong Organizations – Projects that strengthen the capacity, sustainability, and resilience of Reno County community-based organizations. Maximum request of $7,500.
Ineligible Projects
- Ineligible projects include religious indoctrination or other proselytization activities, deficit financing, lobbying, electioneering and activities of a political nature, sponsorships for special events, endowment building, direct fundraising, ongoing programmatic support, and reimbursement of pre-award costs.
Who can apply?
- Proposals must come from organizations that are exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) and serve Reno County, Kansas. Special purpose units of government may apply for support of innovative projects. Community groups who do not have a 501(c)(3) status may apply for grant awards if another tax-exempt organization acts as a fiscal sponsor. Grant proposals from individuals or nonqualifying organizations will not be considered. Applicants must conduct business without discrimination on the basis of race, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, creed, or ethnicity.
For more information, visit Hutchinson Community Foundation.