Community Facilities: Small Grants
The Community Facilities: Small Grants program from the Kansas Department of Commerce funds public facility upgrades in Kansas communities, focusing on modernization, accessibility, and broad community benefit.
Funder: Kansas Department of Commerce
Due Dates: October 31, 2026 (Full application deadline; annual program, Mar.–Oct. cycle)
Funding Amounts: Up to $210,000 per project; 10% local match required; awards are made on a rolling basis during the application window.
Summary: Supports small-scale public facility improvement projects that benefit entire communities in Kansas.
Key Information: Projects must follow federal CDBG rules and serve a broad community benefit; cities/counties in HUD entitlement areas are not eligible.
Description
The Community Facilities: Small Grants program, administered by the Kansas Department of Commerce, provides funding for smaller-scale public facility improvement projects across Kansas. This initiative is part of the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) suite and is designed to help cities and counties upgrade and modernize public spaces—such as community centers, parks, and public safety infrastructure—delivering broad, community-wide benefits. Eligible projects include facility modernization, ADA/accessibility improvements, public safety features (e.g., emergency sirens), and recreational enhancements. All funded activities must adhere to federal CDBG requirements, meet at least one national objective (typically benefiting low- and moderate-income persons), and comply with relevant regulations.
