The Patterson Family Foundation is accepting applications for its Literacy Advancement Grant Program.
Donor Name: Patterson Family Foundation
State: Kansas, Missouri
County: Selected Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/13/2026
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
This opportunity supports schools in strengthening foundational literacy skills, advancing reading comprehension, and fostering a lifelong appreciation for reading. Applicants should plan to report on improvements in reading scores and proficiency rates, participation in literacy initiatives, and the impact of family or community engagement activities.
Eligible Uses of Funds
- Instructional resources and curriculum; student support services
- Professional Development for teachers, coaches, and volunteers
- Family and community engagement initiatives
Eligibility Criteria
- Location: Eligible applicants must be located in or directly serving a county or community within the Patterson Family Foundation’s Kansas or western Missouri catchment area. Please refer to our philanthropic catchment map.
- Nonprofit Status: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public school district, government entity, or be sponsored by an organization that meets these classifications.
For more information, visit Patterson Family Foundation.
































