Women's Health Fund Grants

Full Name: Rita J. Bicknell Women's Health Endowed Fund

Geographic Scope: Southeast Kansas region

Purpose: Improve the health and well-being of women by supporting education, increasing awareness, and sharing quality of life opportunities

Fund Structure: Made up of two giving circles:

• Women's Giving Circle (WGC): Established 2007, provides grants in excess of $2,000
• Circle of Friends Giving Circle (COF): Established 2013, offers grants up to $2,000

Focus Areas:

• Women's health education
• Awareness programs
• Quality of life opportunities for women
• Health and well-being initiatives

Award Details:

• Circle of Friends: Up to $2,000 per grant
• Women's Giving Circle: In excess of $2,000 per grant

History: Recent annual awards:

• 2025: $61,755 awarded
• 2024: $59,205 awarded
• 2023: $52,000 awarded

Eligibility: Open to nonprofit organizations

Review Process: Members of both giving circles review applications and approve funds for programs fulfilling the Fund's mission

Membership Option: Become a member of either giving circle to participate in grant decisions and support women's health initiatives

• Phone: 620.231.8897
• Address: 100 S. Broadway St., Ste. 100, P.O. Box 1448, Pittsburg, KS 66762
• Office Hours: Weekdays 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

Application Process

• Application Window: Typically available during September
• Review Process: Members of the two giving circles review applications and determine awards
• Announcement: Recipients announced in newsletter, blog, and Facebook page