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NW Kansas Cares for Kids is sponsored by Dane G Hansen Foundation. An initiative to support licensed childcare centers in attracting and retaining quality staff, and providing educational tools to prepare children for school. Includes Staff Support Grants for bonuses and Montessori education curriculum grants.
Geographic focus: 26 counties in Northwest Kansas
Focus areas: Early Childhood Education, Childcare, Workforce Development
Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
NW KANSAS CARES FOR KIDS - Dane G. Hansen Foundation I KNEW MR. HANSEN VIDEO SERIES DANE G. HANSEN MEMORIAL PLAZA & MUSEUM The Dane G. Hansen Foundation is committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. Fulfillment of our mission is predicated on three specific goals: • Strengthening and supporting our communities • Creating an environment for growth • Increasing economic opportunities We will advance our mission by investing in the areas of: • Community Social Services & Security • Conservation & Environment • Community Beautification NORTHWEST KANSAS TODAY MAGAZINE NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS NW KANSAS CARES FOR KIDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT HANSEN LEADER OF TOMORROW HANSEN CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION TAKE THE QUALIFYING SCHOLARSHIP TEST CURRENT / RENEWAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS COUNSELORS & ACADEMIC ADVISORS OTHER SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVES LOVEWELL INSTITUTE FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS CREEDE REPERTORY YOUNG AUDIENCE OUTREACH TOUR NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SUPPORT KANSAS LEARNING CENTER FOR HEALTH DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR YOUNG READERS NORTHWEST KS ECONOMIC INNOVATION CENTER, INC. NEX-GEN ROUNDUP FOR YOUTH SUMMER TRAINING OPTION IN RURAL MEDICINE (STORM) EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS An Early Childhood Education Initiative Access to quality early childhood education is important to the quality of life and economic health of every community. NW Kansas CARES for Kids includes multiple grants designed to assist childcare centers and qualified family childcare homes (formerly group homes) in attracting and retaining staff, providing educational materials, and also helping to sustain existing slots and to provide more slots for Northwest Kansas children. The initiative is limited to licensed nonprofit childcare centers or qualifying nonprofit family childcare homes (formerly group homes) located in the 26-county area served by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation. Qualifying childcare centers must: be licensed by the state of Kansas for at least 13 children accept children ages 2-weeks to 6-years of age be open at least 3 and less than 24 hours a day Qualifying childcare homes
Application snapshot: target deadline April 25, 2026; published funding information Not specified; eligibility guidance Non-profit childcare centers licensed by the State of Kansas for at least 10 children, located within the 26-county service area. Home-based daycares and for-profit centers are not eligible.
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
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NW KANSAS CARES FOR KIDS - Dane G. Hansen Foundation I KNEW MR. HANSEN VIDEO SERIES DANE G.
HANSEN MEMORIAL PLAZA & MUSEUM The Dane G. Hansen Foundation is committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
Fulfillment of our mission is predicated on three specific goals: • Strengthening and supporting our communities • Creating an environment for growth • Increasing economic opportunities We will advance our mission by investing in the areas of: • Community Social Services & Security • Conservation & Environment • Community Beautification NORTHWEST KANSAS TODAY MAGAZINE NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS NW KANSAS CARES FOR KIDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW!
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT HANSEN LEADER OF TOMORROW HANSEN CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION TAKE THE QUALIFYING SCHOLARSHIP TEST CURRENT / RENEWAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS COUNSELORS & ACADEMIC ADVISORS OTHER SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVES LOVEWELL INSTITUTE FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS CREEDE REPERTORY YOUNG AUDIENCE OUTREACH TOUR NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW!
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SUPPORT KANSAS LEARNING CENTER FOR HEALTH DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR YOUNG READERS NORTHWEST KS ECONOMIC INNOVATION CENTER, INC.
NEX-GEN ROUNDUP FOR YOUTH SUMMER TRAINING OPTION IN RURAL MEDICINE (STORM) EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS An Early Childhood Education Initiative Access to quality early childhood education is important to the quality of life and economic health of every community.
NW Kansas CARES for Kids includes multiple grants designed to assist childcare centers and qualified family childcare homes (formerly group homes) in attracting and retaining staff, providing educational materials, and also helping to sustain existing slots and to provide more slots for Northwest Kansas children.
The initiative is limited to licensed nonprofit childcare centers or qualifying nonprofit family childcare homes (formerly group homes) located in the 26-county area served by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation.
Qualifying childcare centers must: be licensed by the state of Kansas for at least 13 children accept children ages 2-weeks to 6-years of age be open at least 3 and less than 24 hours a day Qualifying childcare homes must: be located in a community without a licensed daycare center be licensed by the state of Kansas for up to 12 children accept children ages 2-weeks to 6-years of age employ at least 2 staff members childcare facility is not located in the provider’s residence Preschools or family childcare homes that do not meet the above criteria, are not eligible for these grants.
Grants from the Hansen Foundation are available only to nonprofit organizations. For-profit centers that meet the above criteria can apply for similar assistance through the Innovation Center. DANE G.
HANSEN FOUNDATION P. O. BOX 187, LOGAN, KS 67646
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Non-profit childcare centers licensed by the State of Kansas for at least 10 children, located within the 26-county service area. Home-based daycares and for-profit centers are not eligible. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Not specified Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is April 25, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Summer Reading Grants is sponsored by Dane G Hansen Foundation. Designed to specifically address the 'summer slide' and help children keep pace with their peers. Successful applications must address research-based elements that move the learning needle for students. Geographic focus: 26 counties in Northwest Kansas Focus areas: Education, Literacy Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: SUMMER READING GRANTS - Dane G. Hansen Foundation I KNEW MR. HANSEN VIDEO SERIES DANE G. HANSEN MEMORIAL PLAZA & MUSEUM The Dane G. Hansen Foundation is committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. Fulfillment of our mission is predicated on three specific goals: • Strengthening and supporting our communities • Creating an environment for growth • Increasing economic opportunities We will advance our mission by investing in the areas of: • Community Social Services & Security • Conservation & Environment • Community Beautification NORTHWEST KANSAS TODAY MAGAZINE NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS NW KANSAS CARES FOR KIDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT HANSEN LEADER OF TOMORROW HANSEN CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION TAKE THE QUALIFYING SCHOLARSHIP TEST CURRENT / RENEWAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS COUNSELORS & ACADEMIC ADVISORS OTHER SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVES LOVEWELL INSTITUTE FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS CREEDE REPERTORY YOUNG AUDIENCE OUTREACH TOUR NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SUPPORT KANSAS LEARNING CENTER FOR HEALTH DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR YOUNG READERS NORTHWEST KS ECONOMIC INNOVATION CENTER, INC. NEX-GEN ROUNDUP FOR YOUTH SUMMER TRAINING OPTION IN RURAL MEDICINE (STORM) DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR YOUNG READERS As a part of an ongoing initiative to promote literacy in Northwest Kansas, the Dane G. Hansen Foundation Trustees are pleased to announce a new grant opportunity to promote effective summer reading programs. When developing the reading initiative, NW Kansas READS, the Hansen Foundation has emphasized the importance of reading to young children through partnerships with existing programs with proven track records to promote literacy, including Turn a Page Touch a Mind through the Kansas Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. These programs are aimed at children age 0-5, in an effort to get children to kindergarten ready to learn at a higher level. The summer reading grant is designed to help children already in school keep pace with their peers. Research shows that once children enter school, they tend to learn at a fairly similar pace. Teachers do a good job of working with students to help them be Application snapshot: target deadline April 25, 2026; published funding information Not specified; eligibility guidance Non-profit organizations and educational institutions in the 26-county Northwest Kansas service area. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
NW Kansas Arts Events Grants is sponsored by Dane G Hansen Foundation. Funding for Kansas-based artists and cultural events that provide artistic opportunities, enhance quality of life, and encourage tourism and the exchange of ideas in the region. Geographic focus: Northwest Kansas Focus areas: Arts & Culture Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Home - Dane G. Hansen Foundation I KNEW MR. HANSEN VIDEO SERIES DANE G. HANSEN MEMORIAL PLAZA & MUSEUM The Dane G. Hansen Foundation is committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. Fulfillment of our mission is predicated on three specific goals: • Strengthening and supporting our communities • Creating an environment for growth • Increasing economic opportunities We will advance our mission by investing in the areas of: • Community Social Services & Security • Conservation & Environment • Community Beautification NORTHWEST KANSAS TODAY MAGAZINE NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS NW KANSAS CARES FOR KIDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT HANSEN LEADER OF TOMORROW HANSEN CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION TAKE THE QUALIFYING SCHOLARSHIP TEST CURRENT / RENEWAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS COUNSELORS & ACADEMIC ADVISORS OTHER SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVES LOVEWELL INSTITUTE FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS CREEDE REPERTORY YOUNG AUDIENCE OUTREACH TOUR NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SUPPORT KANSAS LEARNING CENTER FOR HEALTH DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR YOUNG READERS NORTHWEST KS ECONOMIC INNOVATION CENTER, INC. NEX-GEN ROUNDUP FOR YOUTH SUMMER TRAINING OPTION IN RURAL MEDICINE (STORM) Committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. with Community Foundations with Community Foundations Serving 26 counties in Northwest Kansas Click on a county to learn more about the local community foundation and, for some counties, you can also find links to learn about economic development and quality of life. Check out some recent grants Greenhouse gets updates at Ellsworth school More funds for local efforts available in Norton County Students hear ‘Call of the Wild’ as classic literature comes to the stage Donor dinners increase planned giving in Sheridan County Hays Arts Council embarks on major remodeling project Cloud County donors support local foundation Watch some recent grant videos HIGHLIGHTING REGIONAL LIFESTYLE, BUSINESS & ARTS Northwest Kansas TODAY magazine THE MAN BEHIND THE FOUNDATION For the love of Northwest Kansas “He was an outstanding citizen in every sense of the word…” DANE G. HANSEN FOUNDATION P.O. BOX 187, LOGAN, KS 67646 Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Not specified; eligibility guidance Kansas-based artists and non-profit organizations or public entities organizing arts events in Northwest Kansas. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
General Grant Program is sponsored by Dane G Hansen Foundation. The Foundation accepts grant applications for programs or projects that benefit the people and communities of Northwest Kansas. Funding is prioritized for projects that enhance both the current and future quality of life in the region, with preference given to applications that include community involvement and volunteerism. Geographic focus: 26 counties in Northwest Kansas Focus areas: Education, Health Care, Economic Development, Community Social Services & Security, Conservation & Environment, Arts & Culture, Community Beautification Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Home - Dane G. Hansen Foundation I KNEW MR. HANSEN VIDEO SERIES DANE G. HANSEN MEMORIAL PLAZA & MUSEUM The Dane G. Hansen Foundation is committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. Fulfillment of our mission is predicated on three specific goals: • Strengthening and supporting our communities • Creating an environment for growth • Increasing economic opportunities We will advance our mission by investing in the areas of: • Community Social Services & Security • Conservation & Environment • Community Beautification NORTHWEST KANSAS TODAY MAGAZINE NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS NW KANSAS CARES FOR KIDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT HANSEN LEADER OF TOMORROW HANSEN CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION TAKE THE QUALIFYING SCHOLARSHIP TEST CURRENT / RENEWAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS COUNSELORS & ACADEMIC ADVISORS OTHER SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVES LOVEWELL INSTITUTE FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS CREEDE REPERTORY YOUNG AUDIENCE OUTREACH TOUR NW KANSAS ARTS EVENTS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STAFF SUPPORT GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FACILITY NEEDS GRANTS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION START-UP OR EXPANSION GRANTS NEW! EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUSTAINABILITY GRANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANTS MATCHING GRANT INITIATIVE STAFFING ASSISTANCE GRANT ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SUPPORT KANSAS LEARNING CENTER FOR HEALTH DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR YOUNG READERS NORTHWEST KS ECONOMIC INNOVATION CENTER, INC. NEX-GEN ROUNDUP FOR YOUTH SUMMER TRAINING OPTION IN RURAL MEDICINE (STORM) Committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. with Community Foundations with Community Foundations Serving 26 counties in Northwest Kansas Click on a county to learn more about the local community foundation and, for some counties, you can also find links to learn about economic development and quality of life. Check out some recent grants Greenhouse gets updates at Ellsworth school More funds for local efforts available in Norton County Students hear ‘Call of the Wild’ as classic literature comes to the stage Donor dinners increase planned giving in Sheridan County Hays Arts Council embarks on major remodeling project Cloud County donors support local foundation Watch some recent grant videos HIGHLIGHTING REGIONAL LIFESTYLE, BUSINESS & ARTS Northwest Kansas TODAY magazine THE MAN BEHIND THE FOUNDATION For the love of Northwest Kansas “He was an outstanding citizen in every sense of the word…” DANE G. HANSEN FOUNDATION P.O. BOX 187, LOGAN, KS 67646 Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Not specified; eligibility guidance Organizations with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status or governmental bodies (cities, counties, libraries, fire departments) located in or serving Northwest Kansas. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
