Midwest Energy Community Fund
Eligibility
Schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in Midwest Energy service areas in western Kansas. Midwest Energy serves communities including Hays, Dodge City, Liberal, Garden City, and surrounding rural areas. Verify your service area at mienergy.com.
Program Goals
Midwest Energy Community Fund supports local education, safety, and community programs in western Kansas. STEM education, technology programs, and career-focused classroom initiatives at local schools are strong fits.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications submitted through Midwest Energy. October 1, 2026 deadline. Check mienergy.com/community for the current application form and guidelines. Competitive cycle reviewed after the deadline.
Cycle Notes
Annual cycle. October 1, 2026 deadline. Applications reviewed after the deadline and awards announced in fall. Monitor mienergy.com/community for the next cycle.
Grant Award Amount
$100 to $5,000 per award. Award size depends on program scope, number of students served, and alignment to community impact priorities.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
- CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Kansas communities does Midwest Energy serve?
Western Kansas — including Hays, Dodge City, Liberal, Garden City, and surrounding communities. Check mienergy.com for the full service territory.
What is the October 1 deadline?
October 1, 2026 is the application deadline for the current cycle. Applications received after this date are not considered.
What types of programs does Midwest Energy fund?
Education, safety, health, and community programs. STEM and technology programs at local schools are a strong fit.
Can the grant buy classroom equipment?
Yes — STEM kits, coding tools, and classroom technology are typical eligible purchases.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide curriculum alignment and program documentation that frames our kits as community-impact STEM investments in Midwest Energy communities.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Kansas standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
