Moving the needle towards rural prosperity.
The need for the Rural Champions program was identified in the Power Up & Go report through surveys and interviews of more than 400 rural Kansans under the age of 40 as something that would “move the needle” toward success for rural prosperity. Many of those individuals wanting to make a difference are volunteers who are passionate about their communities but unable to take on a community improvement project without receiving appropriate resources, training and/or compensation.
The Rural Champions program removes the funding gap for those passionate rural dwellers by connecting them with resources that will help them accomplish their critical community project.
Applications open April 5th and will close until July 12th. A webinar will be held to discuss the application, grant availability and eligibility, program process, as well as answer any questions. Applicants that submit before June 12th can request review of the application.