79 Fund
79 Fund supports nonprofits undertaking charitable work in Emporia, Kansas, with a focus on addressing community needs and making lasting improvements to children’s quality of life.
Funder: Emporia Community Foundation
Due Dates: February 16, 2026 (Application) | May 15, 2026 (Application) | August 17, 2026 (Application) | November 16, 2026 (Application)
Funding Amounts: ECF describes its grants overall as modest
Summary: Supports nonprofit charitable work in Emporia, Kansas, emphasizing lasting improvements to children’s quality of life.
Key Information: The fund’s charitable focus is the Emporia community, particularly children’s long-term well-being.
Description
The 79 Fund, administered by Emporia Community Foundation (ECF), supports charitable work in Emporia, Kansas. Its purpose centers on evaluating and analyzing community charitable needs, with an emphasis on long-term improvements to children’s quality of life. The fund is listed among ECF’s available grants for nonprofit organizations and connects local charitable projects with a focus on benefits that endure over time.
The fund operates within ECF’s broader efforts to address existing and emerging community issues. Foundation grant committees include ECF board members and community members who determine community needs and seek input where appropriate. Within this community-informed approach, the 79 Fund maintains its particular focus on children in Emporia.
