STEP FOUNDATION
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The STEP FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives in Kansas, having distributed a total of $208.2K across eight grantees in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the STEP FOUNDATION can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
ENRICH LIFE IN NEMAHA COUNTY, KANSAS BY ENCOURAGING PHILANTHROPY TO DEVELOP A PERMANENT ENDOWMENT THAT WILL RESPOND TO CHANGING NEEDS AND SERVE AS A RESOURCE FOR ECONOMIC, EDUCATION, HEALTH, CULTURAL AND RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.
Cause Areas
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Education
Philanthropy
Health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Nemaha Valley Community Hospital
$40.4K
8%
EARLE W TAYLOR POST 21 OF THE AMERICAN LEGION A CORPORATION
$16K
3%
SENECA GOLF CLUB INC
$10K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to STEP FOUNDATION?
No. STEP FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does STEP FOUNDATION give?
STEP FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Kansas. 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 STEP FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from STEP FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 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 STEP FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, STEP FOUNDATION awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $208 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did STEP FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, STEP FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include Nemaha Valley Community Hospital, EARLE W TAYLOR POST 21 OF THE AMERICAN LEGION A CORPORATION, and SENECA GOLF CLUB INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to STEP FOUNDATION?
STEP FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.