NetWork Kansas, in partnership with K-State 105, announces a one-time funding opportunity for the Entrepreneurial Blueprint Initiative.
Donor Name: NetWork Kansas
State: Kansas
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants
Deadline: 10/01/2024
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The goal of this funding opportunity is to support new and/or early-stage projects that focus on entrepreneurship and small business development. Projects will support identified K-State 105 metrics, including: creating direct jobs, attracting and leveraging private and public capital and/or equity investment, establishing or expanding new businesses, and securing funding or substantive technical assistance for businesses, entrepreneurs, communities and municipalities.
The primary goal of this funding opportunity is to support projects that:
- Establish or expand local small businesses.
- Provide technical assistance and business mentorship.
- Leverage local capital investments to stimulate economic growth.
- Can see measurable and meaningful impacts before June 30, 2025.
- Collaborate with multiple local, regional or statewide partners, as applicable.
Funding Information
Each project application can have a funding request of no greater than $125,000, subject to approval, with a minimum 25% match required. Funding is intended as one-time support for projects that demonstrate substantial community impact.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible applicants include for-profit businesses as well as nonprofits, community organizations, municipalities and other groups that have a clear focus on entrepreneurship and business development.
For more information, visit NetWork Kansas.
