Spark Tank Grants
Who can apply: Organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Reno County; propose a project, initiative, or investment aligned with one or more of United Way's four focus areas; demonstrate support for ALICE households and/or individuals and families living in poverty or address barriers to long-term stability; and show measurable outcomes and meaningful community impact. Prior-year finalists may reapply with a different or substantially different project. Current United Way-funded partners may apply, but Spark Tank funding must support a specific opportunity separate from activities already funded through United Way.
Deadline: 2026 applications opened August 3 and closed August 31, 2026. Finalists were to be announced October 1, 2026, with the live competition on October 24, 2026.