ECF Grants
Emporia Community Foundation funds innovative projects addressing health, education, recreation, and cultural needs in Emporia and nearby Kansas counties through community-driven solutions.
Funder: Emporia Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (application window opens) | September 30, 2026 (full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Modest individual grants; total foundation giving exceeds $13.8 million since inception.
Summary: Supports innovative projects in health, social service, education, recreation, and cultural affairs that address evolving community needs in Emporia and surrounding Kansas counties.
Description
The Emporia Community Foundation (ECF) offers annual grants to support innovative and creative projects that address changing community needs in the areas of health, social service, education, recreation, and cultural affairs. ECF’s grant committees, comprised of board members and community representatives, prioritize projects that demonstrate originality and respond to critical needs in Emporia and the surrounding region. Preference is given to initiatives that are not directly tax-supported or do not have taxing authority, encouraging new ideas and community-driven approaches.
