Funding Amount

US $1,000 - US $7,500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Charles E. Carey Memorial Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Hutchinson Community Foundation
Amount: US $1,000 - US $7,500
Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Summary

The Charles E. Carey Memorial Fund Grant, managed by the Hutchinson Community Foundation, supports Reno County nonprofits focused on arts, education, and health. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entities. Priority is given to projects that align with the Fund's mission, particularly those addressing early childhood development and substance abuse prevention. This initiative aims to enhance community welfare and support innovative projects that foster growth and well-being.

Overview

Our Mission The Charles E. Carey Memorial Fund of the Hutchinson Community Foundation is a resource for Reno County nonprofits that strengthen our community in the areas of arts and culture; education, with an emphasis on early childhood development; and health, with an emphasis on substance abuse prevention and rehabilitation, mental health, and disability supports.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Proposals must come from organizations that are exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) and serve Reno County. Special purpose units of government may apply for support of innovative projects.

Ineligibility

Grant proposals from individuals or non-qualifying organizations will not be considered.

What Hutchinson Community Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
94
Total given
$10.55M
Median grant
$24K
Range
$5,349–$4.82M
  • By dollars: Kansas >99%, Missouri <1%, Maryland <1%. Top recipient cities: Hutchinson, KS; Wichita, KS; Buhler, KS.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 26% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation · Hutchinson, KS

    Community development

    $4.82M

  • New Beginnings Inc · Hutchinson, KS

    Human services

    $731K

  • Ku Endowment · Lawrence, KS

    Education

    $693K

  • Central Christian School · Hutchinson, KS

    Education

    $392K

  • First Presbyterian Church · Hutchinson, KS

    Religion

    $323K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

nonprofitsartseducationmental-healthaddiction-recoverydevelopmental-disabilitiesfoundation

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