Rapid Response Grant Program FY27
Rapid Response Grant Program FY27 supports agencies in central and southern Missouri with one-time aid to address urgent, unexpected needs or pursue time-sensitive collaboration and innovation.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Due Dates: Rolling (until funds are spent) | June 1, 2027 (Final fiscal-year deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 in one-time support; $100,000 available for the fiscal year
Summary: Supports agencies facing urgent, unanticipated needs or time-sensitive opportunities for collaboration and innovation across the CFO service area.
Key Information: Agencies may submit only one request per fiscal year.
Description
The Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO) Rapid Response Grant Program FY27 provides one-time assistance to agencies serving its central and southern Missouri service area. It supports urgent, unanticipated needs, including the loss of federal or state funding and needs arising from natural or man-made disasters.
The program also supports time-sensitive opportunities for collaboration or innovation, extending its scope beyond crisis and disaster response. Funding is available across the foundation’s service area to eligible 501(c)(3) organizations and other IRS-approved entities, including government entities, school districts, and churches.
