The Cleve Cook / Emporia Lions Club Fund from Emporia Community Foundation supports agricultural research, innovation, and community betterment projects in Lyon County, Kansas.
Funder: Emporia Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Grant amounts vary; no published minimum or maximum. Awards are based on project scope and alignment with fund priorities.
Summary: Supports projects and organizations making a long-term impact in Lyon County, Kansas, with a primary focus on agriculture and community betterment.
The Cleve Cook / Emporia Lions Club Fund, managed by the Emporia Community Foundation, is dedicated to supporting projects and organizations that foster lasting, positive change in Lyon County, Kansas. The fund places special emphasis on agriculture—including scholarships, agricultural projects, and agricultural business development opportunities that benefit the Emporia/Lyon County community. Other charitable initiatives may also be considered at the discretion of the Emporia Lions Club and its board, provided they align with the fund’s mission to enhance the well-being of Lyon County residents through impactful and sustainable efforts.