501c Foundery

04/08/2026

Head on out to Kingman and participate in Board Bootcamp on April 30th! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/kg8f5kw

03/26/2026

Saturday, March 28, 9 to 11 am, we will host a pilot grant writing group cohort at the Urban League Of Kansas Inc, 2418 E 9th St N.

If you are interested grant writing as a career or for your organization this might be for you. If you have a laptop, bring it along.

Send me an email if you want to attend [email protected]

Please park in the back and ring the doorbell.

01/29/2026

The Sustainability Microgrants Program is designed to assist groups and individuals serving the citizens of Wichita, Kansas in advancing a sustainability-related project or goal. The program provides support for completing a project or event that educates on, connects with, or otherwise supports local sustainability efforts. Ten (10) grant awards of $1,000 will be made in Spring 2026.

The application opens on January 1st, 2026, and closes at 5:00 PM on Thursday, February 12th.

This page has information on the microgrants program that was created by the Sustainability Integration Board in 2025-26. The page incudes links to the application and guidelines for the program.

09/18/2025

National Webinar: What Nonprofits Need to Know About the Current Federal Grant Landscape

Register today to join the National Council of Nonprofits for a national webinar on Monday, October 6th at 3:00 pm Eastern to learn more about what nonprofits need to know about the current federal grant landscape. Many nonprofits are struggling to understand how to best navigate recent changes to federal grants. New executive orders, agency memoranda, and grant agreements have caused confusion and concern from nonprofits that regularly partner with the federal government to provide essential services in their communities.

Register for a national webinar hosted by the National Council of Nonprofits on what nonprofits need to consider as they plan for future federal grants - from what to think about in the application process, how to navigate the new grant certifications, and how to plan for new processes. Hear from Amanda Fuchs Miller, President of Seventh Street Strategies, who previously served as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Higher Education Programs, overseeing federal grants, and currently consults with nonprofits across the country. After Amanda's presentation, Kara Young Ponder, VP of Knowledge, Impact, and Strategy at NCN, will host a moderated Q&A and Sarah Saadian, SVP of Policy and Campaigns at NCN, will provide a policy update.


Register here

Register today to join the National Council of Nonprofits for a national webinar on Monday, October 6th at 3:00 pm Eastern to learn more about what nonprofits need to know about the current federal grant landscape. Many nonprofits are struggling to understand how to best navigate recent changes to f...

09/10/2025

Know someone that wants to learn about writing grants?

09/05/2025

The Kansas Volunteer Commission is excited to announce the 2025 Civic Engagement Conference, to be held on November 4th and 5th at Washburn University in the Memorial Union. Each day of the conference will function as its own standalone event, but we encourage participants to attend both days for maximum impact. The conference will bring together individuals, schools, and communities to learn, share and network. The theme of the conference is “Empowering Kansans through Civic Engagement”.

The registration fee is $25/day for students and AmeriCorps members/staff and $50/day for adults. This fee includes a light breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, networking opportunities, and a service project. Scholarships are available upon request.

Conference registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcd4WClAUzxDgdvDocPm7JZDeAQXQH0tLY7uiHQpgo9FfQyA/viewform

Presenters

The Commission is seeking proposals for 50-minute workshop sessions at the conference. Workshop sessions will be held in the morning and afternoon of November 4th and 5th. All types of sessions will be considered, including presentations, panels, roundtables, or a combination of the above. Presenters receive up to two free conference registrations.

The Commission is particularly interested in receiving speaker proposals from high school and college students sharing best practices around civic engagement, youth service, positive youth development, service-learning, civic education and more!

Call for presenters: https://kanserve.ksde.gov/take-action/events/2025-civic-engagement-conference/call-for-presenters

Vendor Space

The Commission is also accepting applications for vendor booth space at the conference. Vendor booth space is $50/day and vendors will receive one free conference registration. Booths will be visited by conference attendees in the morning and afternoon of November 4th and 5th. Free vendor booth space available for student-led organizations.

Vendor booth application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEQmVdFx8Y_UdiAMP04WvePI7BVjiLLxzI6ABvYz-pmcW6ow/viewform?usp=dialog

For any questions, please email [email protected].

Tuesday, November 04 - Wednesday, November 05, 2025 Washburn University, Memorial Union VENDOR BOOTH FEES • $50 per day for one six foot booth • No cost for student-led organization booths VENDOR BOOTH FEES INCLUDE • One free conference registration • breakfast and lunch each day • partici...

07/08/2025

Grant Writing Class on July 12th. It's free if you know someone that wants to learn Grant Writing. You just have to register at the link

Grant Writing 101 is for individuals who are new to grant writing. You will learn the basics of how to research, prepare, and get started on writing grants.

05/30/2025

Diversifying funding is increasingly important for nonprofits. And generally to diversify funding nonprofits need to learn how to increase funding from individuals since almost 70 percent of funding comes from individuals.

Want to know more? You can participate in SCORE training on "Intro to Fundraising" on June 3, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, presented by me!

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03/31/2025

April 1st I will be presenting via zoom on Diversifying Funding for Sustainability for Nonprofits on behalf of SCORE Mentors (Greater Wichita) and the session is FREE

Discover how to create a resilient nonprofit by diversifying your funding streams. This workshop explores grants, corporate sponsorships, individual donations, and earned revenue strategies to help your organization thrive long-term. Presenter:

03/05/2025

Kansas Employers Invited to Participate in Fifth Annual Give Back Kansas Challenge

Challenge promotes employer-supported volunteering across the state



WICHITA/TOPEKA – Kansas employers are encouraged to register for the fifth annual Give Back Kansas Challenge, a statewide initiative that motivates employees to volunteer in their communities.

The eight-week challenge will run from March 31 through May 23, 2025. Employers interested in participating must register by March 17 at www.bit.ly/Givebackks.

The Give Back Kansas Challenge allows employees to track and report their volunteer hours, with recognition given to those who volunteer regularly. For employees who are new to volunteering, the Challenge encourages them to explore new opportunities to enhance their skills and engage more deeply with their communities.

“This is a great way for employees to discover the impactful work of local nonprofits while giving back through their time and talents,” said Nola Brown, executive director of Volunteer Kansas. Volunteer Kansas, in collaboration with the Kansas Volunteer Commission, promotes the event each year to foster volunteerism across the state.

The Challenge is free to join and open to all employers in Kansas, including businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and government agencies. Employers must register in advance, and an employer-designated point of contact will report volunteer hours through an online portal.

Participating employers will be divided into three categories based on size—large, medium, and small—with winners selected based on the highest average number of volunteer hours logged per employer during the Challenge. The winning employers in each category will receive a $1,000 donation to a nonprofit of their choice from Volunteer Kansas. These organizations will also be honored at a check presentation ceremony.

“Employer-supported volunteering not only benefits the community but also strengthens employee engagement, job satisfaction, and retention,” said Dr. Jessica Dorsey, executive director of the Kansas Volunteer Commission. “We look forward to seeing the positive impact that participating companies will experience throughout the Challenge.”

For more information on how to get involved and resources for finding volunteer opportunities, visit http://bit.ly/Givebackks or contact Dr. Jessica Dorsey at [email protected] or 785-296-3163.

The Give Back Kansas Challenge is an eight-week challenge that engages Kansans in employer-supported volunteering, both during and outside the workday. The Kansas Volunteer Commission and Volunteer Kansas are excited to co-partner in this challenge because much research shows the connection between....

02/19/2025

I am presenting "Steps to Starting a Nonprofit" on behalf of SCORE Mentors (Greater Wichita) on February 25, 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Register below.

Learn the essential steps to establish a nonprofit organization, from defining your mission and structuring your board to filing for tax-exempt status and ensuring compliance. This session will guide you through the legal and strategic foundations necessary for success Presenter: