Grants

The Kansas City Irish Fest Grant Fund was created to foster awareness and appreciation of our area's rich Irish heritage and to enhance and promote Irish music, dance, literature, theater, visual arts, sports and cuisine.

Grant Process Parameters:

• Up to $1,500 grants for individuals.
• Up to $3,500 for qualified 501c3 agencies.
• Grant process closes October 1st.
• Recipients notified by the end of the current calendar year.
• Grants must be used during the 2008 calendar year.
• Grant Update

The Kansas City Irish Fest is committed to:

• Presenting family-friendly entertainment, activities and products
• Providing opportunities for Irish organizations to promote positive & peaceful causes
• Perpetuating the study and appreciation of Irish history and genealogy
• Developing and cultivating opportunities for leadership and volunteerism
• Deepening a sense of community among Irish Americans and all ethnic groups that contribute to the unique flavor and vitality of the Midwest

Categories Not Eligible For Irish Fest Grants:

• Bricks and mortar
• Items of a political nature
• Operating expenses
• Salaries
• Rent
• Payment for professional services

Through cash grants of up to $1500 for individuals and up to $3500 for qualified 501c3 agencies in the community that supports us, Irish Fest hopes to help keep alive the proud Irish heritage that unites and defines us. Please note the grant application process will close October 1st and recipients will be notified by the end of the calendar year.

• If you would like to apply for funds as an individual, please click on the link. INDIVIDUAL CLOSED
  
• If you would like to apply for funds on behalf of a non-profit 501c3, please click on the link. 501c3 AGENCY CLOSED
  
• If you have any questions please contact kcifgrants@kcirishfest.com.
  
• All funds awarded will be for projects, programs and or events taking place in the calendar year 2008.