Funding Amount

Varies (examples: $2,000 - $9,000)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

H.U.G.S. Program (Helping Us Give to Society)

Funder: Pioneer Electric Cooperative Inc (Kansas)

Overview: Pioneer Electric's community grant program funded through the recycling of materials like steel, aluminum, and copper taken out of service due to repair or rebuild. As funds become available, the cooperative seeks out projects within its service territory focused on impacting and improving communities.

Geographic Scope: Pioneer Electric service territory (Kansas, southwestern region)

Funding Focus Areas:

  • Community infrastructure improvements (roof repairs, building renovations)

  • Medical equipment and emergency services

  • Education and technology programs (digital education tools, robotics camps, art programs)

  • Youth development and enrichment programs

  • Extension and 4-H programs

  • Charitable organizations serving community needs
  • Recent Grant Examples:

  • $2,000 to Grant County Extension for virtual education equipment

  • $2,000 to Grant County EMS for medical equipment

  • $9,000 to American Legion Post 79 for roof replacement

  • $2,500 to Tiger Robotics Summer Camp (STEM education)

  • $9,000 to Stevens County 4-H Council for building repairs

  • $5,000 to Sullivan Elementary Art Program for classroom furniture and supplies
  • Eligibility:

  • Organizations and programs within Pioneer Electric service territory

  • Non-profit organizations

  • Community infrastructure projects

  • Youth programs

  • Extension and educational programs
  • Contact Information: Pioneer Electric Cooperative Inc, (620) 356-1211

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitscommunity-developmentyouth-programsroboticsstem-education

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