Evergy awards $10,000 grants to three Kansas nonprofits

Evergy announced three Kansas nonprofits will receive up to $10,000 each from its 2026 Connecting for Good Hometown Grants program, chosen by the public from 10 finalists: ICT Food Rescue, Child Advocacy & Parenting Service, Inc., and Care Cupboard Hygiene Pantry.

Evergy announced three Kansas nonprofits as recipients of its 2026 Connecting for Good Hometown Grants. Each recipient will receive up to $10,000 to support community programs. The grants are intended to back services that address basic needs such as food, family support and hygiene. The winners were selected from a group of finalists. Key facts: - The awards are part of Evergy's 2026 Connecting for Good Hometown Grants and provide up to $10,000 to each selected nonprofit. - ICT Food Rescue (Wichita): the Food Recovery Program links surplus food with people in need. - Child Advocacy & Parenting Service, Inc. (Salina): the Family Mentoring Program provides comprehensive, professional support for families. - Care Cupboard Hygiene Pantry (Parsons): the Hygiene for Hope Program provides hygiene products to families, helping them achieve dignity and stability. - Recipients were chosen by the public on Evergy's Facebook page from among 10 finalists. Summary: The grants will provide funding for local programs addressing food access, family support and hygiene needs. Undetermined at this time.