[Community Foundation of Dickinson County](https://www.communityfoundation.us)

May 1, 2026 (final deadline)

Up to $1,000 per project; applications accepted until funds are depleted.

Supports Dickinson County youth-led projects and programs that enrich local schools or communities.

Applicants must be middle or high school students in Dickinson County, with an adult sponsor and fiscal agent.

--- ## Description The Dickinson County "America 250 Community Grant Program" is designed to engage youth in Dickinson County, Kansas, in commemorating America's 250th anniversary in 2026. The program funds local projects, events, and legacy initiatives that celebrate national history, foster civic pride, and encourage community participation. Grants are targeted at projects or programming led by middle and high school students that will enrich their school or community, helping to promote goodwill and elevate Dickinson County’s America 250 efforts. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until May 1, 2026, or until grant funds are depleted. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $1,000 per project. - Awards are made as applications are received, subject to available funds. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be middle or high school students residing in Dickinson County, Kansas. - Each application must include: - An adult sponsor. - A fiscal agent (must be a school, city, county, or nonprofit entity). - Projects must directly enrich a Dickinson County school or community. - Only one application per project is allowed. --- ## Application Process - Applications require both a written and a video submission describing the proposed project or program. - Apply online via the [Community Foundation of Dickinson County grants page](https://www.communityfoundation.us/grants.cfm?gid=230). - Grant decisions and notifications are made as applications are received. - Grant recipients must complete a final grant report (video format) within 30 days of project completion. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must be completed, and all reporting requirements fulfilled, no later than 30 days after the expected project completion date. - The grant cycle will close early if available funds are exhausted before the May 1, 2026 deadline. --- ## External Links - [Program Information & Application](https://www.communityfoundation.us/grants.cfm?gid=230) - [Community Foundation of Dickinson County Homepage](https://www.communityfoundation.us) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.communityfoundation.us/frequently-asked-questions.cfm) - [Contact Page](https://www.communityfoundation.us/contact-us.cfm) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |---------------------|-------------------------------------| | Email | info@communityfoundation.us | | Phone | (785) 263-1863 | | Address | 201 NW 2nd St. Suite B, Abilene, KS 67410 | ---

Dickinson County "America 250 Community Grant Program"

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