Missouri Grants

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and schools serving Douglas County to support projects in arts, education, health, and community services.

This grant provides funding to K-12 Fine Arts teachers in St. Charles County, Missouri, to integrate technology into their curricula and enhance student engagement in art, music, and theatre.

This grant provides funding to K-12 educators and community organizations in St. Charles County, Missouri, to acquire materials for innovative STEM activities that inspire students and prepare them for future careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and churches serving the Fair Grove area to support projects that improve the community's quality of life.

This grant provides funding for K-12 schools in Missouri and Illinois to implement innovative educational projects that enhance student engagement and prepare them for a technology-driven future.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities in the Lake of the Ozarks area to improve community quality of life through various projects that address local needs.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit arts and culture organizations in Columbia for projects that promote cultural activities between May and October 2025.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Jasper, Barton, and Dade counties to enhance vocational and technical education through equipment purchases, curriculum development, and facility renovations.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Missouri's Meramec region for projects that promote community and economic development related to Route 66 or support at-risk children and low-income families.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Kansas City that are working on impactful multiyear projects focused on improving college access, workforce development, and entrepreneurship to promote equitable economic mobility.

The Missouri Humanities (MH) Grant Program offers funding to support humanities-based projects and programs in Missouri. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, museums, libraries, educational institutions, local governments, and civic associations. Applications are welcomed from underserved communities, particularly those that have infrequently or never applied for funding. Individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible. Projects must serve audiences within Missouri and focus on one or more humanities disciplines such as history, literature, cultural heritage, or philosophy. MH provides two types of grants: Mini Grants (up to $5,000), reviewed quarterly, and Major Grants ($5,001 to $15,000), reviewed biannually. Applications for Mini Grants are accepted from October 1 to November 1 and April 1 to May 1, while Major Grant applications are accepted from January 1 to February 1 and July 1 to August 1. Projects funded must include interactions between public audiences and humanities experts such as scholars, educators, or authors. Eligible activities include interpretive exhibits, workshops, panel discussions, humanities-based media projects, and public forums. Costs such as honoraria for speakers, facility rentals, publicity, and accessibility-related expenses can be covered. However, the grants do not fund operating expenses, permanent staff salaries, construction projects, or projects lacking humanities content. A 1:1 match is required, which can include in-kind contributions or cash. Applicants are encouraged to submit drafts for review at least 20 days before the deadline. Draft reviews are designed to improve the chances of success but do not guarantee approval. Successful applicants must notify state legislators of their award, include MH’s logo in promotional materials, and submit a final report within 90 days of the project’s completion. Organizations with incomplete past reports are ineligible for new funding. For further assistance, applicants can contact MH staff at clarice@mohumanities.org or call (314) 371-8788. Applications are submitted via the Foundant system, and projects should be scheduled no earlier than 60 days after submission to allow for publicity and alternative planning if funding is not approved. The MH grant program emphasizes equity, inclusion, and accessibility, making it a valuable resource for promoting humanities-based engagement in Missouri communities.

Upward Momentum is a philanthropic initiative dedicated to increasing economic mobility for individuals and communities facing systemic barriers, starting with a focus on Missouri. The organization defines economic mobility as encompassing not just income and wealth but also the ability to achieve economic success, power, autonomy, and a sense of belonging regardless of race, gender, geography, or background. By fostering long-term investments and collaborative partnerships, Upward Momentum seeks to create transformative, generational change across urban and rural communities. The initiative is grounded in three core pillars: Caring for Our Families, which re-imagines support for family well-being and economic stability; Navigating Work, which provides comprehensive support for better engagement with labor market systems; and Bridging Divides, which encourages leaders and institutions to align efforts and tackle shared challenges collectively. Current projects include expanding childcare availability through Kids Win Missouri, supporting small entrepreneurs via the Missouri Women’s Business Center, and launching an open call for proposals aimed at bridging divides between rural and urban communities. Upward Momentum has allocated $2 million for its first open call, inviting nonprofit organizations across Missouri to submit proposals for innovative, community-driven initiatives. Each of the ten selected organizations will receive a $200,000 grant to amplify their work in fostering economic mobility. Proposals must demonstrate the ability to scale solutions that are effective in both rural and urban settings, creating lasting impacts that align with Upward Momentum’s mission of systemic change. The submission window opens on November 19, 2024, and proposals will be accepted until midnight on January 7, 2025. Selected organizations will be chosen based on published criteria emphasizing collaboration, impact, and sustainability. The open call includes an in-person kickoff event in Columbia, Missouri, with future events planned across the state to engage communities and foster dialogue. For additional details or to apply, interested organizations can visit the Upward Momentum website or contact info@UpwardMo.org. This initiative provides a vital opportunity for community organizations to contribute to meaningful change and advance economic mobility for all Missourians.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Lee’s Summit for public cultural programming that enriches the community through various artistic and heritage activities.

This program provides funding to Missouri schools and nonprofits to help cover transportation costs for field trips that connect students with nature at state parks and historic sites.

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofits, government entities, schools, and churches in Monett to implement projects that enhance the community's quality of life.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Kansas City area for specific arts-related projects that are publicly accessible and not year-round initiatives.

This grant provides funding to local nonprofits, government entities, schools, and churches to address community needs and improve the quality of life in the Mountain Grove area.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities that serve the West Plains community, supporting initiatives that enhance the quality of life in the area.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities that implement projects aimed at improving the quality of life for residents in Dade County.

This grant provides funding for innovative healthcare projects in the greater Lee’s Summit area, prioritizing initiatives that promote community health, education, and sustainability.