2026 Grants and Funding Opportunities

The Partnership and Community Engagement Department at Visit KCK proudly created this directory to support businesses that promote tourism throughout Wyandotte County. By supporting local businesses, we strengthen our local economy and celebrate the vibrant culture of Kansas City, Kansas. The directory is updated weekly. Please contact the granter directly for inquiries.

12 Months of Giving

Each month, a nonprofit nominated by Kansas City residents is selected to receive a $3,000 donation, along with an interview and social media spotlight through the month to help amplify their mission beyond the financial gift.

Funding Available: $3,000
Deadline: Rolling Grant

UG Small Business Grant

This program provides financial assistance to help offset expenses that support expanded daily operations and business growth.

Funding Available: $10,000
Deadline: Rolling Grant

Kansas Tourism Marketing Grant 

This program provides financial assistance to help offset expenses that support expanded daily operations and business growth. Assist organizations in new, innovative, dedication marketing and advertising.  

Funding Available: $100,000
Deadline: August 31, 2026

Small Arts Grant Program

Supports and advocates for development of the greater Kansas City area as a creative regional hub for excellence in arts and culture, rich with expression of diverse cultures and affording access to all levels of creative participation.Supports and advocates for development of the greater Kansas City area as a creative regional hub for excellence in arts and culture, rich with expression of diverse cultures and affording access to all levels of creative participation.

Funding Available: 10,000

Deadline: September 2, 2026

CDBG | Economic Development Grant

Support projects that create and retain jobs in local communities.

Funding Available: 750,000

Deadline: October 16, 2026

Kansas Tourism Attraction Development Grant

Supports the creation of new or enhancing sustainable, market-driven travel experiences in Kansas. Its goal is to attract new visitors, influence travel decisions, and generate economic benefits through new jobs, capital investment, increased revenue, and higher visitation. 

Funding Available: 1,000,000

Deadline: October 16, 2026