[Greater Salina Community Foundation](https://gscf.org)

May 15, 2026 (Spring) | August 15, 2026 (Summer) | November 15, 2026 (Fall) | February 15, 2027 (Winter)

Typical awards range from $500 to $5,000 per cycle; total funding varies by cycle and fund availability.

Flexible, unrestricted grants supporting diverse charitable needs in the greater Salina, Kansas area.

--- ## Description The Fund for Greater Salina is an unrestricted, permanently endowed grant fund managed by the Greater Salina Community Foundation. Supported by donor contributions without restriction, this fund is designed to address a wide array of charitable needs in the greater Salina area, including Saline County and certain affiliated organizations outside the county. Grants may support projects, seed funding for new initiatives, capacity building, capital improvements, and specific endowment efforts. The fund adapts to changing community priorities, ensuring long-term support for local nonprofits and community projects. --- ## Due Dates - May 15, 2026: Spring Grant Cycle application deadline - August 15, 2026: Summer Grant Cycle application deadline - November 15, 2026: Fall Grant Cycle application deadline - February 15, 2027: Winter Grant Cycle application deadline Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (CST) on the day of the deadline. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from $500 to $5,000 per cycle. - Total available funding per cycle may vary based on fund endowment performance and donor contributions. - Grants are generally one-time but may be renewed through future application cycles. --- ## Eligibility - 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government/public entities, and religious organizations serving the greater Salina area (Saline County). - Individuals, groups of individuals, or organizations not meeting the above criteria may apply if they partner with a qualifying fiscal agent; otherwise, contact the foundation for guidance and potential additional requirements. - All applicants must have an EIN or Tax ID Number. - For-profit entities are only eligible for projects with a clear charitable purpose. - Projects must primarily benefit the greater Salina area. **Ineligible requests include:** - Incomplete, incorrect, or late applications - Political activities or lobbying - Projects or organizations that practice discrimination - Operating deficits or retirement of debt --- ## Application Process - All applications must be submitted online through the [GSCF Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gscf). - Applications open 6–8 weeks before each deadline. - Required attachments must be uploaded in PDF, Word, or Excel format. - Applicants may save drafts and return to complete the application before submission. - Only one proposal per project per cycle; multiple projects may be submitted separately. - Use the provided budget template for financial documentation. --- ## Additional Information - Grants support a variety of needs, including new projects, capacity building, capital improvements, and endowment initiatives. - The fund is highly flexible and designed to meet evolving community priorities. - If you do not have a nonprofit fiscal agent, contact the foundation for potential options and reporting requirements. - All applications are reviewed by a volunteer advisory committee. --- ## External Links - [Fund for Greater Salina Information](https://gscf.org/fund-for-greater-salina) - [Greater Salina Community Foundation Grants Page](https://gscf.org/grants/) - [Online Grant Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gscf) - [Application FAQs](https://gscf.org/grants/grant-faqs/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Phone | Email | Website | |----------------------|--------------------------------------------|-----------------|----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | Jessica Fuller | Director of Grants and Scholarships | (785) 823-1800 | [grants@gscf.org](mailto:grants@gscf.org) | [Contact Form](https://gscf.org/contact/) |

The Fund for Greater Salina

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