[Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation](https://www.gnwkcf.org)

April 30, 2026 (General GNWKCF submission deadline; monthly deadlines on last day of each month)

Typical award size not specified; project budgets required; projects must be completed within one year of funding.

Supports projects that benefit Decatur County, Kansas, administered by GROW Decatur County Foundation through GNWKCF.

--- ## Description This opportunity provides funding for projects that benefit Decatur County, Kansas, through the Dane G Hansen Community Grant administered by the GROW Decatur County Foundation and the Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation (GNWKCF). The grant is intended to enhance local communities by supporting initiatives that positively impact Decatur County residents. Projects must be completed within one year of funding and require submission of a final report and documentation upon completion. --- ## Due Dates - April 30, 2026: General GNWKCF submission deadline for this grant (applications due at end of day on the last day of the month; monthly rolling deadline for review the following month) --- ## Funding Amount - No fixed minimum or maximum award; funding amounts are determined based on project budgets submitted with the application. - Projects must be completed within one year of grant approval. - Applicants must submit a detailed project budget using GNWKCF’s required template (available in [Excel](https://gnwkcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Budget-Spreadsheet_2025-1.xlsx) or [PDF](https://gnwkcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Budget-Spreadsheet_2025_FINAL.pdf) formats). --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** - Nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status - Educational, governmental, or religious institutions - **Not eligible:** - Individuals - Businesses - Nonprofits lacking 501(c)(3) status - Projects must primarily serve Decatur County, Kansas, or its residents. - All applicants must complete an eligibility quiz in the GNWKCF online portal to confirm eligibility. --- ## Application Process 1. **Create an Account:** Register through the [GNWKCF Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=greaternwkansas). 2. **Eligibility Quiz:** Complete the quiz to see available applications for your organization. 3. **Application Submission:** - Complete the online application, providing required documentation (board roster, recent financials, project budget, IRS determination letter for nonprofits). - Letters of support are highly encouraged but not required (up to three may be uploaded). - Use the GNWKCF project budget template ([Excel](https://gnwkcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Budget-Spreadsheet_2025-1.xlsx) or [PDF](https://gnwkcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Budget-Spreadsheet_2025_FINAL.pdf)). 4. **Submit Application:** Applications are due by the end of the last day of each month for review the following month. 5. **Final Reporting:** If awarded, complete a final report (including receipts and photos) within 30 days of project completion. For more detailed instructions, see the [Applicant Submission Process PDF](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/646b6d29fcf507dcf9a7ccd8/646b6d29fcf507dcf9a7cd0b_Applicant%20Submission%20Process.pdf). --- ## Additional Information - **Unused funds** must be returned to GNWKCF at the time of final report submission. - All project photos submitted may be used by GNWKCF and partners for promotional purposes; see the [Photo Release Consent Agreement](https://gnwkcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PhotoConsent-Agreement-Language-for-Foundant.pdf). - If your project is multi-year in scope, contact GNWKCF before applying. - If you do not see the application you expect after the eligibility quiz, contact GNWKCF for support. --- ## External Links - [Grant Information Page](https://gnwkcf.org/grant/dane-g-hansen-community-grant-for-decatur-county/) - [GNWKCF Grants Overview](https://gnwkcf.org/grants/) - [Online Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=greaternwkansas) - [Contact GNWKCF](https://gnwkcf.org/contact-us) - [Project Budget Template – Excel](https://gnwkcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Budget-Spreadsheet_2025-1.xlsx) - [Project Budget Template – PDF](https://gnwkcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Budget-Spreadsheet_2025_FINAL.pdf) - [Applicant Submission Process (PDF)](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/646b6d29fcf507dcf9a7ccd8/646b6d29fcf507dcf9a7cd0b_Applicant%20Submission%20Process.pdf) - [Photo Release Consent Agreement (PDF)](https://gnwkcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PhotoConsent-Agreement-Language-for-Foundant.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Method | Details | |-------------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | Email | grants@gnwkcf.org | | Phone | 785-734-2406 | | Online Form | [Contact GNWKCF](https://gnwkcf.org/contact-us) | | Mailing Address | GNWKCF, PO Box 593, Bird City, KS 67731 |

Dane G Hansen Community Grant for Decatur County

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