Mark your calendars for an anticipated September 2026 deadline for the planning grant application. If you are forming a new partnership, you'll be glad to know that both existing and emerging coalitions are now explicitly eligible to apply. Additionally, expect to collaborate directly with the Foundation’s Research, Learning, and Evaluation team to co-develop your evaluation plans if awarded.
Funder: Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Planning grant full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 for planning grants (9 months); $5 million–$20 million for implementation grants (multi-year, invitation only)
Summary: Funds coalitions of high-capacity organizations in Kansas City to collaboratively design and implement systems-change strategies that close economic mobility gaps.
Key Information: Only coalitions led by a strong intermediary are eligible; planning grant is required before implementation grant consideration.