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**YOUTH CIVIC ENGAGEMENT MINI GRANT** **- Grant Application Due by 3/16/2026 -** Research shows that youth civic engagement is critical for a variety of reasons. Youth engagement can lead to increased academic performance and improved social-emotional well-being. It builds safe and inclusive school and community cultures and decreases dropout rates.
When young people develop healthy civic habits, skills, and commitments, they become more active in community decision-making leading to broader representation and community benefit. To support this purpose, the Kansas Volunteer Commission, a program of the Kansas State Department of Education, announces the availability of grant funds to support the civic engagement of youth in grades K-12.
**For this grant,****applicants must engage youth i****n the planning and implementing of grant activities. Priority will be given to applications that include youth-led and youth-initiated projects. ** **Grant period is April 1 - September 30, 2026.
** For questions, contact**volunteer@ksde. gov**. **MINI GRANT MATERIALS:** Application pdf (for planning purposes)**here** Submit Application **here** Budget Worksheet **here** Mini Grant Frequently Asked Questions**here**
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible organizations (nonprofit organizations, schools, etc.) supporting K-12 youth programs in Kansas. Projects must be youth-led and nonpartisan. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $5,000. 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.
Youth Civic Engagement Mini-Grant is funded by Kansas Volunteer Commission. 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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