Topeka Development News

Social Service Grants Recommended for 2027 Funding

The committee reviewed, scored, and recommended funding for social service grants for the calendar year 2027. The applications this year were of improved quality, attributed to applicant outreach for technical assistance and improved assistance provided by the grant administrator, AKEA Push. Scores were higher than in previous years, with an average score of 94. For applicants with a tie score where available funds were limited, awards were calculated based on the ratio of the amount requested to the remaining funds, a standard process used in previous years. Reviewers spent approximately 50 hours each on this task. Following approval, email notifications will be sent to applicants, who will have seven calendar days to submit an appeal in writing. The committee also set dates for the appeals process.