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Sunflower Foundation: Trail and Community Health Grants is a grant from the Sunflower Foundation that funds trail development projects as an evidence-based strategy to improve community health in Kansas. The Sunflower Trails: Paving the Way – From Blazing Trails to Building Community program supports efforts to increase outdoor physical activity, strengthen social connections, and improve overall health outcomes.
Kansas communities and nonprofits are eligible to apply. The program recognizes applicants at different stages of trail development, from early planning to established trail expansion, making it accessible to communities regardless of prior progress.
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One such way is by issuing periodic Requests for Proposals. Our Current Request for Proposals Sunflower Foundation invites Kansas communities and nonprofits working on behalf of communities to submit proposals for the Sunflower Trails: Paving the Way – From Blazing Trails to Building Community grant program.
Sunflower is offering this RFP to support trails as an evidence-based strategy to increase opportunities for outdoor physical activity, strengthen social connections, and improve overall health and quality of life in Kansas communities.
Recognizing that communities are at different stages of trail development – from those pursuing their first public trails, to those seeking to elevate the impact of existing trails, to those looking to become certified Trail Towns – this initiative provides multiple competitive funding pathways. Online applications are available in Sunflower’s grant management system, Fluxx.
The link to Fluxx is in the RFP, which you can read and download by clicking the button below. RFP Release: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 Application Deadline: Friday, February 20, 2026 Frequently Asked Questions Anyone with questions about the trail RFP or how to apply is encouraged to attend any of our upcoming virtual office hours, which are scheduled for noon to 1 p. m.
CST every Thursday through Feb. 19. These are voluntary drop-in sessions for applicants to virtually connect with Sunflower staff.
Registration is not required, and calendar invites will not be sent. You can join any virtual office hours session by clicking the button below. Watch a recording of an informational webinar on the trails RFP that was presented by Sunflower Foundation staff.
The webinar outlines the key components and structure of the trail grant and education program. © 2026 Sunflower Foundation | Topeka, KS | 785. 232.
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Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Kansas local governments and 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $10,000 - $55,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
This listing does not include a published deadline, but it is an annual program. Check the official notice for the current cycle's exact dates.
Sunflower Foundation: Trail and Community Health Grants is funded by Sunflower 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.
Start with the full solicitation document linked on this page — it contains the submission instructions and required forms.
The solicitation lists 5 required documents: Most recent IRS Form 990 or W-9, Budget Workbook (provided in Fluxx), Financial statements (for $25,000 awards): income statement, balance sheet, and most recent financial audit, Letters of Support from stakeholders (recommended), and Letter of Support/Commitment from local government (Trail Towns). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
The Kansas Fights Addiction Grant Program is a funding initiative administered through the Sunflower Foundation on behalf of the Kansas Attorney General's Office that funds substance use disorder prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts statewide. Established under the Kansas Fights Addiction Act of 2021, the program distributes settlement funds recovered from pharmaceutical companies and distributors. Eligible applicants include state agencies, local and county governments, and nonprofit organizations in Kansas that provide services to prevent, reduce, treat, or otherwise address substance abuse and addiction. Settlement funds are divided with 75% directed to the KFA Fund through competitive grants administered by the KFA Grant Review Board.
Kansas Community Empowerment Kickstart Grant is a grant from Kansas Department of Commerce, funded by the Patterson Family Foundation, Kansas Health Foundation, Sunflower Foundation, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, that provides $40,000 to support smaller, community-driven projects that build capacity and momentum in Kansas communities. Grantees must provide a 1:1 match, including in-kind contributions. The program particularly targets rural and smaller Kansas communities and is administered through the Kansas Community Empowerment (KCE) program. Eligible applicants include community organizations and volunteer-led initiatives. Contact the Kansas Department of Commerce for current cycle information and application requirements.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.