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Find similar grantsCapacity Building Grant is sponsored by Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. Offers funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to build capacity and strengthen impact in focus areas.
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What are Capacity Building grants? Capacity Building grants support an organization’s internal effectiveness and long-term stability, or enhances internal operations to support regional program innovation. These near-term, non-renewable investments are intended for charities that can clearly articulate a specific capacity gap and demonstrate alignment with the Foundation’s strategic priorities .
Funding amount: one-time, $100,000 – $250,000 Preview the application questions [PDF] and eligibility quiz [PDF] > July 13 – August 13, 2026 Strong applications describe the following: Why this request is especially important at this moment in the organization’s development. Why the investment is appropriate as a one-time intervention – or will otherwise be sustained beyond this grant.
How these funds will position the organization for long-term impact and sustainability. Proposals should demonstrate how a targeted capacity investment will strengthen infrastructure, increase resilience, and improve the ability to deliver on an organization’s mission over time. Learn about Capacity Building grants from chief impact and strategy officer, Allison Greenwood , and how your organization can apply.
Capacity Building grant types The following list provides examples of broad categories and specific organizational needs that may be eligible for Capacity Building grants. This list is not meant to be exhaustive, and other capacity needs may qualify for these funds.
Staffing, Leadership, and Culture Strengthening an organization’s people, leadership, board, and overall workplace environment Financial Health and Flexible Funding Building financial stability through fundraising, business model planning, and flexible support Internal Systems and Operations Improving day-to-day operations, including administrative infrastructure, support for shared service models, AI innovation, and technology upgrades Using data more effectively to support learning, decision making, and performance Clarifying your organization’s priorities, plans, and long-term direction Program Enhancement and Innovation Supporting time-bound projects, pilot efforts, or emerging opportunities that help your organization test new ideas, adapt to changing conditions, or respond to strategic community needs through expansion of public-facing programs and services Communications, Partnerships, and Engagement Strengthening outreach, collaboration with nonprofit, civic, or business partners, and/or efforts to educate the public about current systems-level issues.
Please note: The Foundation does not fund lobbying. It can fund strategic advocacy, education, and other policy engagement activities that do not constitute lobbying . Explore our list of previously funded Capacity Building grantees below or visit our Grants Database .
The grant pathway opens on July 13, 2026.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Kansas City area. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $100,000 - $250,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Capacity Building Grant are due August 13, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Capacity Building Grant is funded by Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Kansas. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation - Capacity Building grants is sponsored by Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. These grants are designed to strengthen the organizational capacity of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations by fostering sound leadership, strong boards, professional development for staff, technology, evaluation, strategic planning, communications, and sustainability. They are intended for organizations that can clearly identify a specific organizational need and demonstrate how addressing that need will strengthen their work in alignment with the Foundation's strategic priorities.
Grants to support career readiness and technology education initiatives (Kansas, Missouri) is sponsored by Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. A grant awarded to the KU Center for Digital Inclusion to expand digital literacy and online security training to women transitioning from incarceration in the Greater Kansas City area. The expanded program includes courses in online security, avoiding online scams, basic coding, social media, and career readiness. While this specific award has been made, it indicates the foundation's interest in this area and potential for future funding.
Project grants (Workforce and career development) is sponsored by Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. These grants support organizations working to close economic mobility gaps in the Kansas City region, with a focus on workforce and career development. Proposals are encouraged to demonstrate employer demand, strong industry partnerships, and focus on placement, retention, and advancement of jobseekers in their careers. The foundation specifically supports initiatives that expand access to opportunity, strengthen systems, and create pathways to long-term economic success for individuals and communities of color, and has previously funded initiatives in the Kansas City region to increase participation of women and people of color in job training programs.
Lowe's Hometowns Grant Program is sponsored by Lowe's. This program aims to restore and revitalize community spaces across the country through physical renovations. Consumers can nominate a community space in their hometown, such as a neighborhood garden, park, or community center. While broad, it can apply to infrastructure improvements within a community context.
CFNF Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow Grant is a grant from the Community Foundation of North Florida that funds nonprofits addressing pressing challenges with programs and services of lasting impact in Florida's Big Bend region. Each year, CFNF awards ten grants of $5,000 each to eligible organizations. A separate Arts Nonprofit Grant Cycle awards five grants of $6,000 each for arts organizations in the same region. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations serving one or more of eleven counties including Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla, with at least two years of operating history in the region. Applications for the Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow cycle close September 30.
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