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The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation

The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation

Wamego, KS, US
501(c)3
EIN
20-3579294
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation

Wamego, KS, US
501(c)3
EIN
20-3579294
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder

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Est.

2005

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on supporting initiatives in Kansas, with additional funding in California and Washington, D.C. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, and grants are awarded through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation may explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Provide a vehicle by which individuals, families, businesses, and organizations can financially support the needs of their communities. Solicit funds and educate potential donors about the advantages of giving for both the donor and their community.
Total Funding Given

$801.6K

2024
Grantees funded
22
Multi-year grantees
36%
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Total No. of Grants

10

Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$9.9K
A
Audrey Williams
Board Member
M
Mary Alice Phillips
Board Member
K
Kenzie Olejnik
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation?
No. The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation give?
The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Kansas, California, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $802 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Wabaunsee County Fair Association, Nemaha Valley Health Care Foundation, and Wamego Community Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation?
The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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