RFP Form
Grant Program
Each fall the Southwestern College Philanthropy Board (SCPB) in conjunction with the Nonprofit Leadership class distributes a new request for funding proposals. The RFP focus changes each grant cycle. The details of the RFP and deadline dates can be found in the online application and the pdf.
Please use the online application to submit the current grant. Applicants can also print the pdf and email the completed application to scpb@sckans.edu. Only one type of submission (either online or pdf email) is necessary.
Grant Program Application - Online
Grant Program Application - Print (PDF)
Spring 2026 Grant Program Details
SCPB Summary
The Southwestern College Student Philanthropy Board (SCPB) was established in 2008 after Southwestern received the Students4Giving Campus Compact grant. Through this support, the college launched both the SCPB and the Nonprofit Leadership and Social Impact course to give students hands-on experience with philanthropy and the grant-making process.
As members of the Southwestern Leadership team enrolled in this required course for the Leadership Certificate, we study how philanthropy works and learn how to develop and write a Request for Proposals (RFP) for local nonprofits seeking funding. Each year, the SCPB partners with the Non-Profit Leadership course to review applications and award grant funds to community-based nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a clear need that aligns with our mission. Our class is made up of 7 SC undergraduate students on the Leadership Team. We come from all backgrounds, majors, and personalities. Thank you for considering us to aid in funding your organization.
Needs Statement
The SCPB and Non-profit Leadership class of Spring 2026 are offering one grant of $1,000 to an existing non-profit devoted to a specific need in the identified community directly addressing the relief of suffering (i.e. poverty, childcare, education, healthcare) in kids and/or young adults. Nonprofits eligible to apply must serve in Winfield, Cowley County, and/or the immediate surrounding areas. Funds must directly benefit target group(s) and cannot be used towards fundraising or general operating expenses.
Dates and Deadlines
March 5, 2026 - Granting period open for Request For Proposal
April 3, 2026 - Completed RFP grant application due to the SCPB
April 16, 2026 - Grant award winner announced
April 30, 2026 - Grant Ceremony
December 31, 2026 - All grant funding from the SCPB must be utilized as stated in the grant request
Application
Please submit this application by 5:00 pm, on April 3, 2026, using one of the following methods:
- submit the online form
- email the PDF form to scpb@sckans.edu and brae.wood@sckans.edu
- mail a physical paper copy to the following address:
Southwestern College
Attn: Brae Wood
100 North College Street
Winfield, Kansas 67156
If you have questions, please email scpb@sckans.edu.
Evaluation Information
If funding is awarded, the organization agrees to submit documentation demonstrating program outcomes to the SCPB. The organization will be held accountable for implementing the program as outlined in this application. The SCPB will determine the date for the post-evaluation. Please provide contact information for the individual responsible for evaluation.
