Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announces Increase the Reach Grant Initiative
Applications will be accepted through October 15
On Monday, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced the “Increase the Reach” Grant Initiative.
The program launches through a partnership between the Wichita State University Community Engagement Institute and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
It provides additional opportunity for,” community-based organizations to receive funding to continue their vital work in in promoting health equity through vaccinations”, according to a news release from Governor Laura Kelly’s office.
This program specifically targets socially vulnerable populations and ones experiencing low vaccination rates.
The news release from Governor Laura Kelly’s office also states,
“Grants will be awarded to applicants with documented success in reaching vulnerable populations, with grants expected to range from $50,000 to $250,000. Eligible organizations include but are not limited to Federally Qualified Health Centers, safety net clinics, state-funded community clinics, community-based organizations, and other nonprofits.
First round applications should be submitted for consideration by 5 p.m. CT on October 15, 2021. Additional application rounds will run thereafter. “
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