The Community Foundation of the Ozarks funds science and research-based projects in Vernon County through the Nevada/Vernon County Philanthropic Society Grantmaking Program Fall 2026.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Due Dates: September 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per project; one-year grant term.
Summary: Supports defined projects that improve quality of life in Vernon County, Missouri, through flexible community grantmaking.
This program, funded by the Nevada/Vernon County Philanthropic Society and administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, provides grants to support impactful projects in Vernon County, Missouri. The initiative pools local philanthropic resources to address significant community needs, foster collaboration, and drive visible, progressive development. Applications are encouraged for projects that demonstrate leadership, address root causes of local issues, and bring together residents for community-wide benefit.