Since 2007, the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) has hosted the annual Rita J. Bicknell (RJB) Women’s Health Fund grant cycle, supporting projects dedicated to bettering the lives of women in Southeast Kansas. Since inception, the Women’s Health Fund grant cycle has awarded over $503,000 to projects across Southeast Kansas!
The WHF grant cycle has two applications: the Circle of Friends application is for funding up to $2,000, while the Women’s Giving Circle application is for funding over $2,000.
“The Rita J. Bicknell Women’s Health Fund shows what’s possible when caring individuals come together to make a real difference,” said Devin Gorman, CFSEK Executive Director. “The enthusiasm and commitment from RJB members have been instrumental in advancing women’s healthcare in our region.”
Applications are available online. For more information about RJB membership, and for lists of previous recipient projects, click here.
Applications for the 2025 Women’s Health Fund grant cycle are available online via CFSEK’s portal until midnight on September 30th. Questions regarding the grant applications should be directed to CFSEK Program Coordinator Kara Mishmash.