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Evergy Offers $10,000 'Good Hometown Grants' for Nonprofits
Funding available for organizations focused on basic needs like food, housing, hygiene, and bill payment assistance
Published on Feb. 3, 2026
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Evergy's Connecting for Good Hometown Grants Program is offering up to $10,000 in funding for nonprofit organizations in the utility company's service area that focus on providing basic needs assistance such as food, housing, hygiene, and bill payment support. Qualifying nonprofits can apply now through March 4, with the top 10 projects selected for public voting on Evergy's Facebook page. The three organizations that receive the most votes will each receive up to $10,000 in grant funding.
Why it matters
The Connecting for Good Hometown Grants aim to help strengthen communities and support organizations that are working to address critical basic needs and financial challenges faced by many residents in Evergy's service area. This funding can enable nonprofits to expand their capacity and launch special projects to better serve those struggling with food insecurity, housing instability, and other essential needs.
The details
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations can apply for the Connecting for Good Hometown Grants by visiting Evergy's website and submitting their project proposals by the March 4 deadline. Evergy will select 10 finalists based on the application criteria, and those top projects will be posted for public voting on the company's Facebook page from March 16-25. The three organizations that receive the most votes will each be awarded up to $10,000 in grant funding, which they can use to expand their capacity or launch new initiatives focused on basic needs assistance.
- The application period for the Connecting for Good Hometown Grants is open now through 5 p.m. Central time on March 4, 2026.
- Evergy will select the 10 finalist projects after reviewing all applications.
- Public voting on Evergy's Facebook page will take place from March 16-25, 2026.
- Evergy will announce the three $10,000 grant recipients on March 31, 2026.
The players
Evergy
A public utility company that provides electricity to customers in Kansas and Missouri. Evergy is offering the Connecting for Good Hometown Grants as part of its community support initiatives.
Elizabeth Danforth
Evergy's director of corporate social impact, who stated that the Hometown Grants program aims to help organizations that are assisting customers with basic needs.
What they’re saying
“The Connecting for Good Hometown Grants program is another way we can help communities build stability, strengthen families, and create a foundation for long‑term well‑being.”
— Elizabeth Danforth, Director of Corporate Social Impact (Evergy)
What’s next
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The takeaway
The Connecting for Good Hometown Grants program demonstrates Evergy's commitment to supporting nonprofit organizations that are working to address critical basic needs and financial challenges faced by residents in the utility company's service area. This funding can enable these nonprofits to expand their capacity and launch new initiatives to better serve vulnerable populations.
