Ellsworth County Community Grant
The Ellsworth County Community Grant funds research and science-based projects that advance community development in Ellsworth County, Kansas, through the Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation.
Funder: Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation
Due Dates: August 31, 2026 (full application deadline; last day of each month—applications reviewed the following month)
Funding Amounts: Amount varies by project; typically supports one-year projects for community benefit in Ellsworth County.
Summary: Supports projects that enhance quality of life and community development for Ellsworth County, Kansas residents.
Key Information: Projects must directly benefit Ellsworth County and be completed within one year.
Description
This grant, administered by the Smoky Hills Community Foundation in partnership with the Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation (GNWKCF), funds projects that improve the quality of life for Ellsworth County, Kansas residents. Eligible projects are those led by nonprofit, governmental, educational, or religious organizations that address local needs and priorities, with an emphasis on initiatives that can be completed within one year. The program aims to foster community development and provide timely, tangible impact within Ellsworth County.
