Chase County Community Fund

The Chase County Community Fund (CCCF) is dedicated to enhancing and sustaining the quality of life for all residents of Chase County. The fund supports a variety of community initiatives with an emphasis on responsiveness to evolving local needs. Projects considered for funding typically address areas such as health, social services, education, recreation, and cultural affairs. The overarching aim of CCCF is to encourage innovation and creativity in local projects that provide measurable benefits to the community. CCCF prioritizes grant applications that come from entities without taxing authority or those that are not directly tax-supported. This focus ensures that funds are directed toward organizations and initiatives that may lack alternative public funding sources. The fund generally does not support operational expenses including those related to sports teams, uniforms, or equipment, maintaining a preference for project-based and impact-driven funding. The maximum amount awarded for each grant is typically $5,000, reflecting CCCF’s commitment to funding numerous small-scale, high-impact projects rather than fewer large ones. CCCF administers two grant cycles annually. Applications are accepted during the 30 days leading up to each of the two deadline dates: March 15 and September 15. Submissions must not be made more than a month prior to these deadlines. Applicants are required to submit a completed application form along with several supporting documents. These include a list of the organization’s officers and board members, the organization’s website (if applicable), a detailed project budget, the IRS determination letter confirming nonprofit status under Section 501(c)(3) or Section 509(a) if applicable, and the most recent year-end financial statement. Applications are reviewed following each submission period, and notifications of awards are sent approximately 45 days after each deadline. This schedule allows time for thorough evaluation while maintaining a clear and predictable timeline for applicants. The CCCF’s systematic and transparent grantmaking approach reflects its commitment to fostering sustainable community development across Chase County.