Opportunity on the Plains Grant
Funding Amount
$850,000 (education focus in 2025)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Opportunity on the Plains Grant
Overview: United Way of the Plains' grant program that invests in nonprofit organizations working in their four focus areas to create opportunities and positive impact in the community.
Geographic Scope: South-central Kansas (8-county service area)
Focus Areas:
Investment Example: In 2025, United Way invested $850,000 into education-focused nonprofit programs through Opportunity on the Plains grants. One recipient was Jobs for America's Graduates – Kansas (JAG-K), which received funds to pay for a full-time substitute teacher to support their education specialists working with high school students.
Contact: For information about grant opportunities, contact United Way of the Plains at (316) 267-1321 or visit unitedwayplains.org
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
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