How much funding does KEYS Grants provide?

KEYS Grants provides Average $500, up to $1,000 per request; ~$25,000 awarded annually in funding.

When is the deadline for KEYS Grants?

The deadline is September 15, 2026.

KEYS Grants

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY COMMUNITY

Foundation Semi-annual Grants for Education Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for Youth Programs

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Funding Amount

Average $500, up to $1,000 per request; ~$25,000 awarded annually

Deadline

September 15, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

KEYS Grants Overview

Program Name: Kosciusko Endowment Youth Services (KEYS) Grants

Geographic Scope: Kosciusko County, Indiana

Focus Areas:

Project-based learning and experiential learning programs

Innovative educational ideas incorporating hands-on activities

Educational games and unique technology applications

Programs impacting K-12 students in Kosciusko County

Eligibility:

Educators and schools in Kosciusko County

Programs serving students at four high schools: Lakeland Christian Academy, Tippecanoe Valley, Warsaw Community Schools, and Wawasee Community Schools

Program Details:

KEYS is a youth philanthropy program comprised of 20 students selected in eighth grade who remain members through high school graduation

Members meet monthly to discuss philanthropy and build leadership skills

Members conduct site visits to local nonprofits

Grant applications reviewed twice yearly (January and September)

In the most recent cycle, $8,000 was awarded to 15 recipients

Annual awards total approximately $25,000

Average grant size is $500, with requests up to $1,000 considered

Contact Information:

Phone: 574-267-1901

Email: kcf@kcfoundation.org

Address: 102 East Market Street, Warsaw, IN 46580

Additional Notes:

Applicants are encouraged to reach out to the team before applying to ensure the grant is a good fit

Alex Hall, Vice President of Programs, oversees the program

How to Apply

How to Apply for KEYS Grants

1. Contact the Foundation First: Reach out to the team before applying to confirm the grant is a good fit for your project
- Phone: 574-267-1901
- Email: kcf@kcfoundation.org

2. Submission Requirements:
- Submit grant applications for consideration
- Applications should center around innovative ideas incorporating project-based or experiential learning

3. Application Deadlines:
- September 15 at 4:30 p.m. (Fall cycle)
- January (Winter cycle)

4. Evaluation Criteria:
- Focus on innovative, project-based or experiential learning
- Incorporation of hands-on activities, educational games, or unique technology
- Impact on students in Kosciusko County
- Requests evaluated by KEYS student members for educational merit

5. Award Process:
- KEYS members (20 high school students) review and vote on applications
- Awards typically range from $500-$1,000
- Notifications of awards made following review cycles

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