THCF: Jelley Family Foundation Endowment for Children's Education Fund Grant

THCF: Jelley Family Foundation Endowment for Children's Education Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Truman Heartland Community Foundation
Amount: US $5,000 - US $8,000
Last Updated: January 22, 2026

Summary

The Jelley Family Foundation Endowment for Children's Education Fund, established in 2013 by Dr. Carl Jelley, supports educational initiatives for children in Eastern Jackson County, Missouri. With an average grant award of $5,000-$8,000, and a maximum of $10,000, the foundation encourages innovative proposals focusing on at-risk youth. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public education institutions, with a new 3-year funding rule starting in 2024 to enhance sustainability in educational projects.

Overview

The Jelley Family Foundation Endowment for Children's Education Fund In 2013, the Jelley Family Foundation was established by Dr. Carl Jelley, who cared deeply for the well-being and education of local children. He firmly believed that hard work, responsibility, honesty, and integrity are the building blocks of a meaningful and purposeful life. Dr. Jelley was deeply devoted to helping all children and youth, regardless of demographics, reach their full potential. The endowment established in his name continues to exemplify Dr. Jelley’s dedication to children’s education. What Is A Typical Jelley Grant Award Amount? The average Jelley Grant award is $5,000-$8,000. The maximum award is $10,000. More than $143,000 is available annually through the Jelley Family Foundation for Children's Education.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applications for the Jelley Family Foundation Endowment for Children's Education must focus on educational initiatives for children, ranging from early childhood through traditional post-secondary education. Proposals that take an innovative approach to education, focus on at-risk youth, and are collaborative with other organizations are encouraged. Organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits, units of local government, or public education institutionsMust be located in or serving individuals or communities in Eastern Jackson County (East of I-435), Missouri, suburban Jackson County (outside KC), and Cass County With EDUCATION proposals due in March, it is recommended that your project has a start date of August/September when school starts OR begin in January of the following year.3-Year RuleBeginning in 2024, a 3-year rule was implemented. Programs, projects, and general operating grant awards are eligible for funding for up to three consecutive years. All previous grantees and their programs/services had a "re-set." in 2024. 2024 grantees will be in their FIRST year of funding. Grantees will be eligible for two additional years of funding (a new application is needed each year). Once an agency has received grant monies three years in a row, the agency MUST take one year off before reapplying for a grant.As of 2024, eligible organizations may apply for ONLY ONE grant, either through Community Grants OR the Jelley Family Foundation Grants.