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Est.

1979

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Missouri Community Action Network is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily through relationship-based engagement, operating on an invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, it paid a total of $1.8 million across 12 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To advocate for low-income Missourians at the local, state and national levels; and strengthen the Community Action Network through training, technical assistance, and the administration of programs that improve the lives of low-income families and communities. Missouri Community Action Network (Missouri CAN) is the state association of Missouri's Community Action Agencies, Allies and Supporters united to help people and change lives. We are the statewide voice for Missourians struggling with poverty and the Community Action Network. Our Vision: A state where all people and communities thrive. Our Mission: To advocate for low-income Missourians and strengthen the Community Action Network.
Total Funding Given
$1.8M
2024
Grantees funded
12
Multi-year grantees
92%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$143.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$150.2K
M
Megan Bania
Board Member
T
Tina Bernskoetter
Board Member
J
Joel Evans
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK?
No. MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK give?
MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK primarily gives to organizations located in Missouri. 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 MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $143 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK make each year?
In 2024, MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $1.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK fund recently?
In 2024, MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTH EAST COMMUNTIY ACTION CORPORATION SUBSIDIARIES, DELTA AREA ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY CORPORATION, and OZARK ACTION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK?
MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.