Project Grants - Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Kauffman Foundation Project Grants fund collaborative, multi-year research and community projects advancing economic mobility in Kansas City through education, entrepreneurship, and workforce development.
Funder: Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Due Dates: Fall 2026 (Next application window)
Funding Amounts: $250,000 or more per year; multi-year awards; disbursed annually
Summary: Supports collaborative, community-driven projects advancing economic mobility in Kansas City through education, entrepreneurship, and workforce development.
Key Information: Priority for projects aligned with strategic focus areas and strong partnerships; not currently accepting applications.
Description
Project Grants from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation are designed to close economic mobility gaps in the Kansas City region. The program funds multi-year, collaborative projects that either scale proven solutions or launch innovative approaches demonstrated to work in other cities. Emphasis is placed on community-driven impact and partnerships, with a focus on addressing systemic challenges in college access and completion, entrepreneurship, and workforce and career development. Projects should align with the Foundation’s strategic priorities and demonstrate strong regional collaboration.
