How much funding does KBC Mini-Grant Initiative provide?

KBC Mini-Grant Initiative provides Up to $2,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for KBC Mini-Grant Initiative?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

KBC Mini-Grant Initiative

KANSAS BREASTFEEDING COALITION INC

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Funding Amount

Up to $2,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

KBC Mini-Grant Initiative

Funder: Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition (KBC)

Geographic Scope: Kansas

Focus Areas: Activities that will improve breastfeeding rates in local communities, including:

Assisting communities to achieve "Community Supporting Breastfeeding Plus" designation

Assisting child care providers to achieve "Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider" designation

Assisting local health departments to achieve "Breastfeeding Friendly Local Health Department" designation

Training local child care providers in breastfeeding family support

Promoting workers' rights to lactation accommodations in the workplace

Increasing access to skilled lactation support providers

Opening breastfeeding support spaces with supplies

Assisting employers to achieve "Breastfeeding Employee Support Award"

Eligibility: Local breastfeeding coalitions in Kansas

Award Details:

Individual grants: Up to $2,000

Total committed funding: $10,000 per funding cycle

Past cycles have funded 3-7 coalitions per year

Contact: Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition

Email: info@ksbreastfeeding.org

Address: 8101 College Blvd. Suite 100, Overland Park, KS 66210

Phone: (620) 255-5344

Background: The KBC awards mini-grants to support local breastfeeding coalitions in building communities where families can be supported in their decision to breastfeed. All grantees work in coordination with healthcare systems, healthcare providers, public health professionals, and community efforts.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Submit proposal using the online application form provided by the KBC
2. Deadline: Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the deadline date (historically April 4th, but verify current year)
3. Contact KBC with any questions regarding the RFP at info@ksbreastfeeding.org or (620) 255-5344
4. Required Information: Application form includes project details describing how the funding will improve breastfeeding rates in the community

Note: Specific narrative questions and detailed application requirements are referenced but not fully detailed in the available website content. Applicants should contact the KBC directly or access the online application form for complete requirements.

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