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With ranching, farming, and livestock at its core, it’s no wonder Kansas is “The Breadbasket of the World.” In recognition for this beautiful state, GrantWatch<\/strong><\/a> is happy to provide listings of grant opportunities for the improvement of local community services statewide. In addition, GrantWatch offers a list of over 1,600 grants in its Community and Economic Development<\/strong><\/a> grants listing category. Grants are for individual states, but there are also grants for countrywide and even international opportunities. The GrantWatch directory has a lot to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quirky Bits About the State<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Named for Reverend Sylvester Graham, a minister soundly sold on eating whole-wheat flour, the graham cracker was born in Kansas<\/strong>.<\/p>

The first Icee drink<\/strong> was born in Kansas in the 1960s, when the Coffeyville Dairy Queen owner, Omar Knedik, decided to give it a try.<\/p>

In 1958, the world’s first Pizza Hut<\/strong> opened in Wichita, Kansas.<\/p>

The birthplace of Payless Shoe Store<\/strong> was in Topeka Kansas.<\/p>

In 1921, the first national hamburger chain opened in Wichita: White Castle<\/strong>.<\/p>

In Topeka, Kansas, it is illegal to sing the alphabet song<\/strong> out on the streets at night.<\/p>a-z-animals.com,”The 80 Most Fun and Interesting Kansas Facts You Didn’t Know<\/em>“<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

More Fun Facts About the State<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The world’s tallest waterslide<\/strong> also exists in Kansas.<\/p>

Previously in Kansas, it was illegal to serve ice cream on top of cherry pie<\/strong>.<\/p>

Despite being landlocked, far from any oceans or bodies of water where they live, folks in Kansas may not hunt whales<\/strong>.<\/p>

In Debry County, Kansas, it is illegal for anyone to punch or hit a vending machine that steals money.<\/p>

You are not permitted to hunt rabbits from motorboats<\/strong> while in Kansas.<\/p>a-z-animals.com, “The 80 Most Fun and Interesting Kansas Facts You Didn’t Know<\/em>“<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Below is a list of grants for community development funding opportunities in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kansas Grants<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
  1. Grants to Kansas nonprofit and for-profit organizations, Tribal entities, academic institutions, and government agencies to develop\/enhance tourism<\/strong><\/a>. Moreover, funding is for building improvements, new construction, and new or improved exhibits to promote tourism. Additionally, the goal of the grant program is to develop travel experiences that will attract visitors, promote economic development, and create jobs.<\/li>
  2. There are grants of up to $3,000<\/strong><\/a> to eligible Kansas nonprofits, government agencies, and tribal entities for programs to improve the lives of residents. In fact, funding is for projects in the areas of arts and culture, quality of life enhancements, improving community destination points, charitable economic opportunity, and planning and development. Also, priority will be for projects that leverage matching funds for greater community impact.<\/li>
  3. In addition, grants to eligible Kansas nonprofits for agriculture-based programs for agricultural projects<\/strong><\/a> that benefit local residents. Moreover, funding is for agriculture scholarships and activities, and to promote potential agricultural business development. As a result, priority will be for projects that will have a positive, long-term impact in their communities.<\/li>
  4. Grants of up to $3,000<\/strong><\/a> to eligible Kansas organizations, groups, and businesses to promote and advertise projects and events to increase tourism and overnight lodging rates. In fact, the purpose of the program is to encourage events that will have a significant economic impact.<\/li>
  5. There are grants to eligible Kansas nonprofits, and government, educational, and religious entities to enhance the quality of life<\/strong><\/a> for local residents. Moreover, focus areas include arts and culture, community beautification, conservation and environment, community social services and security, and healthcare. Funding is for grants to distribute for charitable projects through a competitive application process.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Additional Kansas Grants<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
    1. Also, grants to eligible Kansas nonprofits for programming to strengthen\/benefit local communities<\/strong><\/a>. Areas of focus include culture, education, healthcare, and human services. Funding supports programming and general operations.<\/li>
    2. Grants to eligible Kansas nonprofit and faith-based organizations, agencies, and educational institutions for charitable projects<\/strong><\/a> that benefit local communities. In fact, funding is for programs that focus on arts and culture, education, healthcare, community beautification, conservation and environment, community social services, and security. Priority will be for applications that include community involvement and volunteerism.<\/li>
    3. There are grants of $5,000<\/strong><\/a> to eligible Kansas nonprofit, educational, and charitable organizations for projects that benefit local communities. As a result, funding is for programs and activities that impact each community as a whole and provide sustainable improvements.<\/li>
    4. In addition, grants to eligible Kansas nonprofits for projects for community\/economic development<\/strong><\/a> to benefit residents. Funding is for charitable, scientific, religious, educational, and literary purposes. Emphasis will be for proposals that will improve economic development of the area. Projects will also benefit long-term needs of residents.<\/li>
    5. Also, grants up to $10,000<\/strong><\/a> to eligible Kansas small businesses to promote business growth and expansion. Funding is for business development opportunities that include equipment purchases, repairs, and marketing efforts. The grant targets areas in commercial corridors.<\/li>
    6. Lastly, grants of up to $10,000<\/strong><\/a> to eligible Kansas nonprofits, government agencies, and tribal entities for activities that benefit residents. Funding is for programs and projects within the focus areas of education, human services, environment, children and youth, housing, health, animals, arts and culture, and community development.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Dorothy and Toto found that their place was (back) in Kansas. You might ‘find’ your way to stay there too. If not, then how about a visit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      About GrantWatch<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      With close to 8,000 grants<\/strong><\/a> currently available, GrantWatch.com<\/strong><\/a> is the leading grant listing directory. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription<\/strong><\/a> to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information. For more information, you can also visit the GrantWatch FAQ<\/strong><\/a> page. To see the great value of all 20 of the top GrantWatch features, click here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Please Note: There is no guarantee by GrantWatch nor the author of grant awards as a result of this information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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