Jewell Schweitzer Quality of Life Grant Program FY27
Jewell Schweitzer Quality of Life Grant Program FY27 supports agencies’ innovative projects addressing red-flag issues in Springfield–Greene County’s 2026 Community Focus Report to improve quality of life.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Due Dates: December 3, 2026 (Application deadline, 11:45 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 per award; $130,000 total available
Summary: Supports innovative projects addressing red-flag issues in the 2026 Community Focus Report for Springfield–Greene County.
Key Information: Applicants must serve Springfield–Greene County and address the report’s identified red-flag issues.
Description
The Jewell Schweitzer Quality of Life Grant Program FY27 is administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO) to support agencies making a positive impact on key issues in Springfield–Greene County. Proposals must address red-flag issues identified in the 2026 Community Focus Report, released October 2, 2026. The report provides the focus for funded work, connecting proposed projects to the community concerns it identifies.
Innovative ideas are strongly encouraged, and the selection committee will not treat the risk of failure as a deterrent. The program also encourages partnerships and collaborative efforts, although neither is required. Applicants may describe collaboration in their applications and outline matching, leverage, and in-kind opportunities in their budgets.
