The Community Capital Fund (CCF) awards the Neighborhood Opportunity Grant to organizations who are building neighborhood capacity in historically under-invested and under-resourced communities in Kansas City, Missouri. CCF awards up to $20,000 for innovative and measurable community development projects that engage and empower neighborhood residents in building productive, healthy, and connected communities.

The projects below have been partially funded by CCF’s Neighborhood Opportunity Grant but it is up to supporters like you to contribute the rest of the award—15% ($3,000) to complete each of their important neighborhood projects. Click below to learn more about each campaign.

  • https://www.ioby.org/project/abandoned-housing-conversion-project

    The Abandoned Housing Conversion Project

    We’re working with neighborhoods and developers to turned blighted and abandoned urban core houses into good quality homes for low-income families.

    NEEDS: $0 of 2,269
  • Steve's House

    Jerusalem Farm CNAB Fund

    The CNAB program is a Jerusalem Farm initiative to transform KCMO’s code enforcement program from a punitive to a restorative process.

    NEEDS: $0 of 1,580 + Volunteers
  • the Reading Room project is an investment in . . .

    the Reading Room project

    The Reading Room is a place to share stories, ideas and dreams – where lives are enriched through art, music and performance – learning in their own diverse community.

    NEEDS: $0 of 3,125

  • Prospect Community Garden

    KCCG is improving the Prospect Community Garden by:

    -Constructing a shelter

    -Building new raised garden beds

    -Upgrading a rainwater catchment system

    -Adding a garden shed and benches

    NEEDS: $0 of 2,095

  • Refresh KC

    Refresh KC offers free interior painting services to houses in three separate communities. Our ultimate goal is to cultivate community involvement, creating other opportunities to improve our neighborhoods.

    NEEDS: $0 of 2,095
  • Mary Kelly Center

    Youth and Community Leadership Engagement

    Provide leadership training for Town Fork Creek youth. Outcomes will include building capacity in Town Fork Creek, involve over 20 youth in neighborhood improvement and a cleaner and safer neighborhood.

    NEEDS: $0 of 5,185 + Volunteers

  • Green Guard environmental stewardship program

    This project connects participating Green Guard environmental stewards with the resources and training they need to make effective change in their communities and care for the natural environment.

    NEEDS: $0 of 870

  • RS Cafe Lights Campaign

    Help us turn Troost from a dividing line into a gathering place for all. The RS Cafe is revealing the strengths of the vibrant community east of Troost. Donate today to turn on the lights of the new RS Internet Cafe.

    NEEDS: $0 of 2,000

  • Hydrangea Garden Community Plaza Park

    Construction of a Hydrangea Garden Community Plaza Park on a vacant lot in the historic commercial hub of Marlborough is a hands-on community engagement opportunity and a catalyst for restoring neighborhood vibrancy.

    NEEDS: $0 of 3,640 + Volunteers
  • Everyone has a story -- Communities Creating Opportunity

    YELL (Youth Excelling in Life and Leadership)

    YELL seeks to empower our youth through the principles of leadership, organization, and civic engagement.  We believe that every child should be aware of their ability to engage issues that they are passionate about.

    NEEDS: $0 of 2,095