Kirkwood-Des Peres Area Chamber of Commerce
Kirkwood, MO · 574 members
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Grants and programs the chamber itself can apply for.
Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) tax credits
Missouri nonprofits (and, with conditions, businesses) can apply for approved community projects - job training, education, crime prevention, community services or physical revitalization - whose donors then receive 50% or 70% state tax credits. The FY27 Round 2 application is open until October 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
- Amount
- 50% or 70% tax credits to an eligible taxpayer who makes a qualified contribution
- When
- Apply by Oct 23 · closing soon
Who can apply
Eligible Applicants: Not-for-profit corporations organized under Chapter 355, RSMo; Organizations holding a 501(c)(3) ruling from the IRS; and Missouri businesses (Special conditions apply. Please see the NAP Guidelines for details.)
Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center (SBTTAC) — Region 4 operator
USDOT will award one cooperative agreement of $250,143.33 to a nonprofit organization that will establish and operate the Region 4 Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center, which helps small businesses in Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska and Tennessee compete for transportation contracts. Chambers of commerce, trade associations, community-based organizations and colleges with transportation-contracting expertise and an office in the region can apply on Grants.gov by 11:59 PM EST on October 31, 2026. A 15% cost share is required.
- Amount
- The total funding to be awarded across the six regions is $2.3 million. Region 4 will be awarded $250,143.33.
- When
- Apply by Oct 31
Who can apply
To be eligible for this Cooperative Agreement, an applicant must be an established nonprofit, community-based organization, transportation-related trade association, chamber of commerce, college or university, community college, faith-based institution; Historically Black College or Universities (HBCUs), or any other transportation-related nonprofit organization that has the documented experience and capacity necessary to operate and administer a coordinated delivery system that prepares small businesses to compete for transportation-related contracts.Quoted from apply07.grants.gov →
Missouri Arts Council Express Grants
Missouri Arts Council grants of up to $4,000, with no match required, for arts activities by small and emerging arts organizations and organizations in rural communities (Express Project and Express Touring). Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through FY2027, due by the first Monday of the month two months before project expenses begin.
- Amount
- The maximum request amount is $4,000, and no matching funds are required.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Express Grants are designed to encourage small and emerging arts organizations and organizations based in rural communities to seek financial assistance for arts activities.
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EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance — Denver Regional Office (FY 2021–2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for economic development planning and local technical assistance (such as feasibility studies, impact analyses, disaster resiliency plans and project planning) in economically distressed areas, handled by EDA's Denver Regional Office. Award ceiling $300,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a continuing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $300,000; Award Floor $0
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Pursuant to section 3 of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. § 3122) (PWEDA) and EDA’s regulation at 13 C.F.R. § 300.3, the following types of entities are eligible to receive funding assistance from EDA: 1. District Organizations (as defined in 13 C.F.R. § 300.3); 2. Indian Tribes or a consortium of Indian Tribes; 3. States, cities, or other political subdivisions of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; 4. Institutions of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or 5. Public or private non-profit organizations or associations acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State.
EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2025 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2023 and 2024. Award ceiling $50,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $50,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $1,447,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Eligible applicants under the FY25 Disaster program include a(n): District organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District (EDD); Indian tribe or a consortium of Indian tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a state, including a special purpose unit of a state or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions, institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; public or private nonprofit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a state; an economic development organization; or a public-private partnership for public infrastructure. EDA is not authorized to provide grants or cooperative agreements to individuals or for-profit entities under this NOFO. Applications from individuals or for-profit entities will not be considered for funding.
EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (FY 2025 PWEAA NOFO)
EDA grants for public works infrastructure and economic adjustment projects that support economic development in distressed communities and regions. Awards from $100,000 up to $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on an ongoing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $100,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Pursuant to Section 3(4) of PWEDA (42 U.S.C. § 3122(4)(a)) and 13 C.F.R. § 300.3 (Eligible Recipient), eligible applicants for EDA financial assistance under the Public Works and EAA programs include a(n): (i) District Organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District; (ii) Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; (iii) State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; (iv) institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or (v) public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. Individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible for funding under this NOFO.
EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2021 and 2022. Award ceiling $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $483,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
District Organization; Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; Institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or Public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. The project of an eligible applicant must be able to meet area eligibility requirements to be considered for funding under this Disaster Supplemental NOFO. Such eligibility is predicated upon the project being located in or primarily serving one or more communities impacted by Hurricanes Ian and Fiona, and of wildfires, flooding, and other natural disasters occurring in calendar years 2021 and 2022. More specifically, consistent with 13 C.F.R. parts 301 and 307, EDA will determine area eligibility pursuant to the applicable Federal disaster declaration under the Stafford Act, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) designation of areas as eligible for public assistance or individual assistance due to the declared disasters listed on FEMA’s website (www.fema.gov/disaster/). For construction projects (including design and engineering), the project must be located within an eligible county. For non-construction projects, the project’s scope of work must primarily benefit eligible counties, and stakeholders representing those eligible counties must be directly engaged in the project.
Marketing Platform Development (MPD) grant
Missouri Division of Tourism reimburses up to 50% (maximum $10,000) of one-time tourism marketing platform projects - such as websites, creative strategy, visual assets, social media strategy or visitor studies - for certified and non-certified DMOs and regional partnerships. Applications open April 1 and close April 30 each year.
- Amount
- each grant awarded shall be limited to no more than $10,000 and shall be matched by non-state dollars
- When
- Opens in April 2027
Who can apply
This program is available to MDT certified DMOs, non-certified DMOs, and regional partnerships.
Marketing Matching Grant (MMG)
Missouri Division of Tourism reimburses certified destination marketing organizations - including approved chambers of commerce - for 50% of approved media advertising placements, with allocations based on the county tourism level. Applications are taken April 1-30 each year for the following fiscal year.
- Amount
- Approved DMO media advertisement placements are reimbursed at 50% up to the approved application amount.
- When
- Opens in April 2027
Who can apply
Approved DMO media advertisement placements are reimbursed at 50% up to the approved application amount. Funding is determined by a DMO’s county tourism level and this program is available to all certified DMOs.
Youth Opportunities Program (YOP) tax credits
Missouri organizations running approved youth development or crime prevention projects (internships, apprenticeships, mentoring, youth clubs, activity centers and similar) receive state tax credits to offer donors - 70% for money and youth wages, 30% for property or equipment. The CY2027 application cycle opens in December 2026.
- Amount
- 70% tax credits ... for monetary contributions and wages paid to youth in an approved internship, apprenticeship or employment project, and 30% tax credits for property or equipment contributions
- When
- Expected to open in December
Who can apply
Tax credits are allocated to organizations administering positive youth development or crime prevention projects that have been approved through the application process.
Retired programs (1) — still listed on many chamber sites; don’t send members here
- T-Mobile Hometown GrantsEnded
T-Mobile's Hometown Grants, up to $50,000 for projects in towns under 50,000 people, ended with its final 26 recipients announced June 25, 2026. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: T-Mobile Hometown Grants
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574 businesses in the directory we track.
Top categories
- Banks & credit unions24
- Insurance22
- Hospitals & clinics21
- Financial & investment services20
- Senior services19
- Real estate services18
- Business services18
- Restaurants17
Top towns
- St Louis242
- Kirkwood182
- Des Peres49
- Chesterfield10
- Fenton9
- Clayton5
- Ballwin5
From the chamber’s public member directory, last checked Oct 13, 2026.