Project grants Funds disbursed: Q2 2025 | LOI cycles: Twice annually Learn more about our Project grants timeline and review process >Review the Indirect Cost Rate Policy >Download the application questions – for reference only [PDF] > What are Project grant opportunities? Project grant opportunities are designed to drive impact around equitable economic mobility. Funded organizations are […]
Research grants Funds disbursed: Q2 2025 | LOI cycles: Twice annually Learn more about our Research grants timeline and review process >Review the Indirect Cost Rate Policy >Download the application questions – for reference only [PDF] > What are Research grant opportunities? The Kauffman Foundation’s Research grant opportunities offer funding for forward-facing research projects that both catalyze […]
Capacity Building grants Funds disbursed: starting Dec. 13, 2024 | Application opens: twice annually Download application preview – for reference only [PDF] > What are Capacity Building grants? Capacity Building grants are designed to strengthen the organizational capacity of nonprofits by fostering sound leadership, strong boards, professional development for staff, technology, evaluation, strategic planning, communications, and sustainability. Rather […]
A commitment to community and conversation October 2, 2024 The blue carpet was rolled out to welcome more than 250 community members into the Foundation for the second-annual open house Thursday, Sept. 19. President and CEO Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, and other members of Foundation leadership, greeted guests for a night to “spark” connection and engagement. “‘Spark’ was really our inspiration as we thought about […]
Crystal Everett Crystal Everett is a program leader – school engagement in Operating Programs for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she works collaboratively with the Real World Learning team, local educators, business partners, and other stakeholders in Kansas City to prepare students and employers for the future. Prior to joining the Kauffman Foundation, Everett was a […]
Foundation relaunches grantmaking strategy to close economic mobility gaps September 13, 2024 Explore our updated funding approach, register for a webinar, and take our eligibility quiz, because the grant portal is now open.
Taylor Werner, CFA Taylor Werner, CFA, is an investment analyst for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she helps manage the Foundation’s $3 billion investment portfolio. Prior to joining the Kauffman Foundation, Werner was a portfolio manager with Commerce Bank. Werner earned her Bachelor of Science in business administration – finance from Kansas State University and is a chartered […]
Solissa Franco-McKay Solissa Franco-McKay is executive director for Real World Initiatives (ProX) for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. Reporting to the chief of staff, Franco-McKay provides leadership and implement policies and programs to ensure the Real World Initiative affiliate programs create learning opportunities for students through connections with local businesses, in alignment with the Foundation’s vision and […]
Frequently asked questions Grant strategies, focus areas, and types Funding timelines and amounts Applying for a grant What has changed? Additional help Grantee help desk Questions? Send us a message, and we can direct your question to the right person. Please note: we do not accept applications to any of our grant types via this form. If you […]
Awards The Kauffman Uncommon Leadership Award The Kauffman Uncommon Leadership Award is designed to honor leaders of organizations building a legacy of impact in the Kansas City region. Nominations should feature leaders who, like Ewing Marion Kauffman, reflect innovative, generous, and meaningful work in the community. Nominations will be accepted beginning in early 2025, and will […]