How much funding does Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships provide?

Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships provides $10,000 (total awarded annually) in funding.

When is the deadline for Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around March.

Who is eligible for Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships?

Eligible applicants: Grade Levels: 8th Grade students and High School Seniors. Geography: Located within Diocese of Kansas City-St.

How often is Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships offered?

Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected March 23, 2027.

Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships

Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for Special Education Grants for Christian Nonprofits Faith-Based Grants

Funding Amount

$10,000 (total awarded annually)

Deadline

Expected ~March

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: March 23, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Grade Levels: 8th Grade students and High School Seniors

Geography

Located within Diocese of Kansas City-St

Other requirements

Joseph boundaries
Selection Criteria: Must demonstrate commitment to helping classmates diagnosed with learning challenges through
Friendship
Academic support

Overview

Funder: Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc (FIRE Foundation)

Total Annual Award: $10,000 distributed among recipients

Geographic Scope: Students attending FIRE partner schools located within the boundaries of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph

Purpose

Award scholarships to students (8th Grade & High School Seniors) who attend FIRE partner schools and have demonstrated commitment to the philosophy of inclusive Catholic education

Eligibility

Grade Levels: 8th Grade students and High School Seniors
School Requirement: Must attend FIRE partner school located within Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph boundaries
Selection Criteria: Must demonstrate commitment to helping classmates diagnosed with learning challenges through:
- Friendship
- Academic support
- Peer mentorship

Award Categories

At least one (1) scholarship to a graduating senior who demonstrates commitment to helping classmates with learning challenges
One or more (1+) scholarship(s) to graduating 8th graders planning to attend a Catholic high school who demonstrate commitment to helping classmates with learning challenges

Important Notes

Portion of FIRE Foundation's annual budget is earmarked for student scholarships
Award announced in spring of each year

Contact Information

Address: The Catholic Center, 20 W. Ninth Street, Kansas City, MO 64105
Email: info@firefoundation.org
Phone: 816-226-8698

How to Apply

Application Process

Obtain Application: Applications are available from:
- FIRE Office directly
- Principal's Office of the FIRE Partner school the student attends
Required Materials:
- Completed scholarship application form
- Student essay (specific prompts not provided in source material)
- Teacher recommendation letter from a teacher who has observed the student supporting a peer with intellectual or developmental disability
Submission: Submit through your school's Principal's Office or directly to FIRE Office
Review: FIRE Board member committee reviews applications and responds
Award Notification: Spring of each year

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What Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 28
Total given: $1.09M
Median grant: $35K
Range: $5,981–$103K

By dollars: Missouri 77%, Indiana 5%, Iowa 4%. Top recipient cities: Kansas City, MO; Lees Summit, MO; Notre Dame, IN.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
25% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

Speech & Language Solutions LLC · Lees Summit, MO

Covering Speech and Occupational therapy for students with special needs in…

$103K
St Elizabeth Elementary School · Kansas City, MO

To support inclusive education for children with special needs

$72K
St Michael the Archangel · Lees Summit, MO

To support inclusive education for children with special needs

$70K
St Peter's School · Kansas City, MO

To support inclusive education for children with special needs

$67K
St Therese School · Kansas City, MO

To support inclusive education for children with special needs

$67K