Benton County Philanthropic Society Grantmaking Program

Community Development

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

The Benton County PHIL is excited to award grants to address priority needs in Benton County - including the expansion of current programs and/or the creation of new services. The maximum request amount is $25,000, with additional amounts of $15,000 and $10,000 being awarded to the second and third highly ranked agencies. Finalists will be determined by the Benton County PHIL members at large, and all finalists will be required to submit a video presentation, which will be shown to members during the review process. 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) are eligible to apply.

• If your agency received a grant through the Benton County PHIL FY26 grant round last year, you are not eligible to apply this year.
• Applicants who serve Benton County are encouraged to apply.
• Maximum request amount: $25,000.
• Contact Suzie Brodersen for questions about this grant program.
• For technical assistance, please contact Latesa Carter (417) 864-6199.

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