Grants

Schools and Education

Clinton & Nancy Schilling Technical Educational Grant Program

Up to $50,000 |Due by: October 21, 2026

The Clinton and Nancy Schilling Community Fund, a fund of the Lockwood Community Foundation, seeks to support vocational and technical education for the Tri-County area, defined as Jasper, Barton and Dade counties through impactful grantmaking. Eligible organizations, including public 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts), serving Jasper, Barton and Dade counties are encouraged to apply.  

Important notes before applying: 

• Applicants can apply for up to $50,000

• Grants received must be spent within one year of receipt. Recipients will be expected to provide a detailed follow-up report after one year.

  Funding priorities are outlined below:
   

• Purchasing of equipment for classrooms/ hands on education for students
• Purchasing of curriculum for students
• Continuing education stipends for educators
• Support for sending students to trade shows, competitions, conferences, etc.
• Capital requests if nearing the end of the campaign.
• Facility renovations

Contact Latesa Carter for questions about the grant program, eligible projects, the application process, or with technical questions (417-864-6199).

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Community Development

Barton County Affiliate Grantmaking Program

$4,000 |Due by: October 26, 2026

The Barton County Community Foundation works to improve the quality of life for individuals in the Barton County region through thoughtful grantmaking and community leadership. Public 501(c)(3) organizations or other IRS approved nonprofit entities serving Barton County are eligible to apply. 

• Applicants who serve Barton County are encouraged to apply.
• The maximum amount one applicant can request is $4,000.
• All requests must be authorized by the grant-seeking organization’s governing board.
• Applicants can't apply for local grants if they received a local grant the previous year.
• Grant funds should be spent within one year, and a final report will be due one year after funds are received when applicable.
• Contact Andrea Lynn (417) 214-2726 with questions about this grant program.
• For technical assistance, please contact Latesa Carter (417) 864-6199. 

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