How much funding does Kelly for Kids Community Grants provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Kelly for Kids Community Grants?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Kelly for Kids Community Grants?

Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

Kelly for Kids Community Grants

Kelly for Kids Foundation

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Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

The Kelly for Kids Foundation Community Grants are awarded to charitable not-for-profit 501 (C)(3) organizations whose primary mission is to assist children in need in the Western New York area.

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

In particular, it funds health and social service organizations that serve the disabled and/or economically disadvantaged youth.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Kelly for Kids Foundation Community Grant does not:Provide grants to individuals.
Not eligible: Purchase sponsorships (e.g., program advertising, corporate table, golf holes) at the organization’s special events.
Not eligible: Provide funding for public playgrounds.
Not eligible: Fund local chapters of national organizations that send a substantial portion of the grant to the national office.
Not eligible: Fund governmental programs of lobbying efforts.
Not eligible: Provide grants for overhead or general operating expenses.

Overview

The Kelly for Kids Community Grants aim to support disadvantaged and disabled youth in Western New York. Founded by former Buffalo Bills quarterback Jim Kelly, the foundation has distributed nearly $5 million to local children's charities. Grants are awarded to 501(c)(3) organizations focused on health and social services for children in need. The foundation prioritizes innovative programs and equipment improvements, ensuring funds are used effectively to make a significant impact in the community.

Why We Exist
Kelly for Kids is committed to serving disadvantaged and disabled youth in Western New York through the distribution of grant money raised throughout the year.
Kelly for Kids is committed to serving disadvantaged and disabled youth in Western New York through the distribution of grant money raised throughout the year.

Eligibility

The Kelly for Kids Foundation Community Grants are awarded to charitable not-for-profit 501 (C)(3) organizations whose primary mission is to assist children in need in the Western New York area. In particular, it funds health and social service organizations that serve the disabled and/or economically disadvantaged youth.

Ineligibility

Kelly for Kids Foundation Community Grant does not:Provide grants to individuals.Purchase sponsorships (e.g., program advertising, corporate table, golf holes) at the organization’s special events.Provide funding for public playgrounds.Fund local chapters of national organizations that send a substantial portion of the grant to the national office.Fund governmental programs of lobbying efforts.Provide grants for overhead or general operating expenses.