Grants

Community Development

Monett Phil & Friends Grant Round

Up to $10,000 |Due by: July 30, 2026

Grant funding and decisions for this program are made by the Monett Phil and Friends of the Monett Area Community Foundation.  Public 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving the Monett area are eligible to apply.

• Applicants who serve the Monett area are encouraged to apply.
• Grants will be presented on November 13, 2026 at the Monett City Park Casino
• The total amount to grant is $55,000; applicants may apply for up to $10,000 in funding for this grant cycle.
• Contact Julie Witt with questions about this grant program (417-489-2700).
• Contact Noel Davis for questions about the application process or with technical questions (417-864-6199).

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Environment and Conservation

L-A-D Foundation Grant Program

Up to $10,000 |Due by: August 27, 2026

The L-A-D Foundation seeks innovative projects that support the conservation of the natural and cultural resources of the Missouri Ozarks.

• Maximum request amount is $10,000.
• Applications are due by 12:00 p.m. on August 27, 2026.
• Please visit the L-A-D Foundation's website to learn more about their mission.
• Grant administration services are being supported by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks.
• For questions about the grant program, please contact Ashley Walden (417-864-6199).
• For technical assistance, please contact Latesa Carter (417-864-6199).

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Community Development, Public Health, +3 more

Impact 100 Perry County Grantmaking Program

$16,000 |Due by: August 31, 2026

This year, Impact 100 Perry County will award one lump sum grant to one local non-profit organization in the amount of $16,000. If your organization has a project that could utilize up to that amount, please precisely describe the project and how it could benefit the community.

• Public 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving Perry County are eligible to apply.
• Grants will be awarded the night of our annual meeting in November 2026.
• For more information about the grant application process, contact Tracey Hagan (573-768-5676).
• For technical assistance, please contact Noel Davis (417-864-6199). 

Applications are due at 11:45 p.m. on August 31, 2026.

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Community Development

Table Rock Lake Community Foundation Community Grantmaking

$3,000 |Due by: August 31, 2026

The Table Rock Lake Community Foundation works to improve the quality of life for individuals in Stone and southeast Barry counties through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership. 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) are eligible to apply.

• Applicants who serve Stone and southeast Barry counties are encouraged to apply.
• Maximum request amount is $3,000.
• Contact Nita Jane Ayres with questions about this grant program.
• Contact Latesa Carter with questions about the application process or with technical questions (417-864-6199).

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Accessibility, Inclusion and Belonging

Welcoming Communities Grant Program

Up to $25,000 |Due by: September 17, 2026

The Welcoming Communities Grant Program will work to bring awareness of issues of access and inclusion to public light while impacting and improving the quality of life for underserved and underrepresented individuals.

• Agencies focusing on creating a sense of belonging as the organization's primary goal will be prioritized for funding in this grant program.
• Public 501(c)(3) organizations or other IRS-approved entities (government entities, school districts, and churches) serving the CFO's service area are eligible to apply.
• A total of $135,000 is available in the Welcoming Communities Grant Program, with awards capped at $25,000.
• Applications are due by 11:45 p.m. on September 17, 2026 .
• This program does not involve a matching component from the CFO; however, other matching, leverage, and in-kind opportunities are encouraged and may be outlined in the grant application.
• For questions regarding this grant program, please contact Marie Drenon (417-864-6199).
• For technical support assistance, please contact Latesa Carter (417-864-6199).

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Community Development

Douglas County Affiliate Grantmaking Program - Fall

$2,000 |Due by: September 30, 2026

The Douglas County Community Foundation works to improve the quality of life for individuals in Douglas County through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership. 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) serving Douglas County are eligible to apply.

• Applicants who serve Douglas County are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants may apply for up to $2,000 in funding for this grant cycle.
• Contact Diana Middleton with questions about this grant program.
• Contact Noel Davis for questions about the application process or with technical questions (417-864-6199).

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Specialty, Holocaust Education, +2 more

Holocaust Education Grantmaking Program

Up to $3,000 |Due by: June 1, 2027

The Holocaust Education Grantmaking Program seeks to support educators, faith leaders, and concerned individuals to visit and learn at either the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum or the United States Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C by supporting travel expenses. Public 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) are eligible to apply.

• Applicants who serve the CFO service area are encouraged to apply.
• Applications are reviewed within six weeks of submission.
• Contact Latesa Carter for questions about the grant program or application process or with technical questions (417-864-6199).

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Faith, Specialty

Cardinals Fly Together Fund - Worship Wednesday Grants

Ongoing

The Springfield Cardinals Fly Together Fund has been created to provide grants to area nonprofit organizations as an opportunity for fans to attend a Springfield Cardinals home game. Attending an event together is shown to strengthen and develop relationships in our community. 

Recognized houses of worship and faith-based organizations with 501(c)3 status may apply for a matching grant to assist in bringing a group to any Worship Wednesday home game during the 2026 season. Worship Wednesday is scheduled to take place on select Wednesday night games throughout the season and will include a short message in addition to pre-game worship music taking place during pre-game. Then, stay for an evening of fellowship with your group at a Springfield Cardinals baseball game.

Matching grants may be awarded as full or partial requests to provide an amount equal to the amount contributed by the organization for a Springfield Cardinals Worship Wednesday event. For example, a full grant will cover 50% of the ticket cost for tickets requested through the grant. A partial grant will cover 25% of the ticket cost for tickets requested through the grant.

Schools and Education, Children and Youth, +1 more

Cardinals Fly Together Fund — School Matching Grants

Ongoing

The Springfield Cardinals Fly Together Fund has been created to provide grants to area schools to give students the opportunity to attend a Springfield Cardinals (AA Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals) home baseball game. Educational Day Field Trips are an excellent opportunity to incorporate learning through various pre-game educational topics along with the experience of attending a live sporting event.   

Matching grants may be awarded as full or partial requests to provide an amount equal to the amount contributed by the school for a Springfield Cardinals educational day field trip. For example, a full grant will cover 50% of the ticket cost for tickets requested through the grant. A partial grant will cover 25% of the ticket cost for tickets requested through the grant. (Transportation costs and food & beverage expenses are the responsibility of the school and not included in the grant.)

Youth Orthdontics, Children and Youth, +1 more

Charles L. and Dorothy Weaver Memorial Orthodontic Grant

Ongoing

Provides three scholarships annually for full treatment orthodontic services for individuals within the age range of 10 to 30 years. Applications are due March 31, and decisions are made in August. 

Schools and Education, Children and Youth, +1 more

Dan Armstrong Legacy Foundation Grant Program

Ongoing

Established in loving memory of educator and coach Dan Armstrong, the Foundation provides financial assistance to schools and organizations providing opportunities for local youth to improve their athletic skills, enhance basic fundamentals of their sports, and support character development. 

Grants from the Foundation provide support for sports camps and clinics, instruction fees, equipment and uniforms for Carthage area youth. 

Children and Youth, Environment and Conservation, +2 more

Explore the Ozarks Fund Grant 

Ongoing