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Find similar grantsCommunity Grants (2026 Cycle) is sponsored by The Research Foundation. The Research Foundation awards community grants to support Kansas City programs and organizations with health-centered missions. Applications are for program or operating activities that occur during the 2027 calendar year.
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Community Grants | The Research Foundation The Research Foundation is deepening our investment in the health of Kansas City. The Research Foundation awards community grants in support of programs and organizations that expand access to care and promote health equity. What are you looking for?
Frequently Asked Questions Download The Research Foundation's Community Grants Communications Guidelines here . Please use these guidelines when publicizing information about these grants. 2026 CYCLE APPLICATION PROCESS 1.
The Community Grants Application opened June 4, 2026. Applicants must create an account with The Research Foundation's Grants Portal to apply. Create or return to an existing account .
2. Applications are due July 31, 2026. 3.
All applicants will be notified of grant decisions by December 11, 2026. The Research Foundation focuses its funding on organizations that primarily serve residents of Jackson County, Missouri with a priority on urban Kansas City. Organizations must be tax-exempt under IRS Code Section 501(c)(3).
We do not support 509(a)(3) organizations. We do not make grants to organizations with a pending 501(c)(3) status. Community grants are awarded in alignment with the following priorities: Support will be considered for any program delivered by an eligible applicant that aligns with the stated priorities.
All program applicants are allowed to request 10% in indirect costs to help ease the burden of overhead necessary to deliver the program. Nonprofit organizations with health-centric missions for whom more than half of their program offerings are in alignment with The Research Foundation's stated priorities can apply for general operating support. Organizations with net assets greater than $150 million are ineligible to apply.
Watch the recording of our Virtual Community Grants Info Meeting to learn more about our community grants program and requests for proposals. Frequently Asked Questions >>> Frequently Asked Questions >>> What is The Research Foundation’s geographic focus?
The Research Foundation will provide support for organizations that primarily serve residents of Jackson County, Missouri (more than 50% of those served must be Jackson County residents) with a priority on urban Kansas City. How does my organization apply for a grant? Organizations must apply online through The Research Foundation grant portal.
What is the timeline for grant applications and awards? The 2026 community grants cycle will support program or operating activities that occur during the 2027 calendar year. The timeline is detailed below.
• Applications Open: June 4, 2026 • In-Person Grant Info Meeting: June 4, 2026 • Virtual Grant Info Meeting: June 8, 2026 • Applications Due: July 31, 2026 • Awards Notification: December 11, 2026 • Site Visits: March through June 2027 • Interim Report Deadline: July 15, 2027 • Final Report Deadline: January 31, 2028 Does The Research Foundation fund general operating support?
Nonprofit organizations with health-centric missions for whom more than half of their program offerings are in alignment with the stated priorities can apply for general operating support. Does The Research Foundation fund multi-year grants? The Research Foundation will make one-year grant awards only.
Multi-year requests will not be considered at this time. Can an organization submit more than one application per year? The Research Foundation will only accept one application per organization per year.
What is the average grant size? Approximately $1. 7 million is available through this commmunity grants process.
We encourage applicants to ask for what they need with the understanding that most grants funded will be in the range of $25,000 to $50,000. Will my organization be required to submit reports? Funded organizations will be required to participate in either verbal or written interim and final reporting to follow up on agreed upon outcomes and ensure organizations have the resources they need to successfully deliver programming.
These requirements will be outlined in grant award agreements. Site visits may be conducted annually. What is not supported by The Research Foundation?
• Political parties, candidates, or political activities • Organizations that require or advocate religious activity as part of or in exchange for services • International organizations • Organizations that discriminate • Fundraising events and activities • Travel or conference expenses • Single-disease organizations • Organizations with net assets greater than $150 million Feel free to email us for assistance or clarification!
Kate Heinen, Director of Community Grants We're here to help! Send an email or call 816-276-4812.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations with health-centered missions in Kansas City. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Community Grants (2026 Cycle) are due July 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Community Grants (2026 Cycle) is funded by The Research 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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NCI Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) Academic Career Excellence (ACE) Award (K32) is a grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) that funds early postdoctoral fellows from diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented groups, to pursue research training in cancer-related fields. The K32 award supports fellows within 12 months prior to transitioning into, or within the first two years of, a postdoctoral position. The program, operated through NCI's Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities (CRCHD), aims to enhance the pool of qualified diverse cancer researchers. Beginning with the June 12, 2025 due date, the CURE ACE Award is available in both Independent Clinical Trial Required and Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed versions. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents at time of award.
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