Collective Impact grants
The Kauffman Foundation's Collective Impact grant funds Kansas City coalitions to collaboratively develop and implement systems-change strategies that close economic mobility gaps through evidence-based, equitable approaches.
Funder: Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Collective Impact planning grant full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 for planning grants; $5 million–$20 million for multi-year implementation grants (invitation only)
Summary: Funds coalitions in the Kansas City region to collaboratively develop and implement systems-change strategies to close economic mobility gaps.
Key Information: Only coalitions led by a high-capacity intermediary are eligible; implementation grants require prior planning grant award.
Description
The Collective Impact grant from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation supports coalitions of high-capacity organizations in the Kansas City region to collaboratively develop and implement strategies aimed at closing economic mobility gaps. The program follows a two-phased approach: first, a planning grant funds up to nine months of coalition-building and strategy development; successful coalitions may then be invited to apply for substantial multi-year implementation grants. The initiative emphasizes backbone support, a common agenda, mutually reinforcing activities, shared measurement, and continuous communication, with a strong focus on equity, inclusivity, and evidence-based approaches. The Foundation partners closely with grantees, providing resources, technical assistance, and expertise throughout the process.
