Community foundation grant cycle open to Reno Co. organizations, groups

28 May Community foundation grant cycle open to Reno Co. organizations, groups

Hutchinson Community Foundation is now accepting proposals for the second Impact Cycle of 2026 Fund for Reno County Grants.

Established in 1990, the Fund for Reno County serves as a permanent resource for the changing needs of Reno County. Grants represent an innovative approach or collaboration, a new efficiency, a critical need that requires funding or an opportunity that needs a bit of local support to leverage resources for the community.

Proposals should align with the following Impact Cycle categories and purposes, their deadlines, and their maximum requests.

• Dynamic Culture – Projects that enhance and celebrate local arts, theater, history and tourism. Maximum request of $20,000.
• Thriving Kids – Projects that support high-quality early care and education, youth development and families. Maximum request of $20,000
• Community Catalyst – Projects that improve community engagement, communication, confidence and pride. Maximum request of $2,500.
• Strong Organizations – Projects that strengthen the capacity, sustainability and resilience of Reno County community-based organizations. Maximum request of $7,500.

Submissions must come from 501(c)(3) organizations that serve Reno County. Individuals or groups that do not have a 501(c)(3) designation must obtain a nonprofit fiscal sponsor.

Proposals must be submitted online by Aug. 7, here.

For questions, contact Senior Program Officer Jan Steen, jan@hutchcf.org or 620-663-5293.