The Community Service Program (CSP) Tax Credits help non-profit organizations and public health care entities fund important projects related to community improvements, children and family services, crime prevention, youth apprenticeship or training, and healthcare.
Under this program certain non-profits are authorized to offer tax credits to donors supporting approved projects. Organizations in rural areas (<15,000 population) can get a 70% credit, while those in urban areas (>15,000 population) get a 50% credit.
In 2025, $4.13 million in state tax credits are available for CSP. The maximum tax credit award for a project is $200,000.
Each proposal shall address one of the following areas in order to qualify:
The Department of Commerce will evaluate all proposals based on project need, innovation, agency capacity, planning, community support, and confidence in the project being completed.
Key considerations include:
The CSP application period is from March 1 to April 30, 2025. The $250 application fee can be paid here.
Applications for CSP projects will be accepted March 1 to April 30, 2025 for projects starting after July 1, 2025. Click below to begin your application.
To be added to the CSP Mailing List and to receive emails about opportunities and deadlines, click below.
Right photo: Ribbon cutting for the Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City’s youth learning lab.
Banner photo: Flint Hills Discovery Center “Prairie Playscape” project, Manhattan.
Join program administrator, Miranda Carpenter for this 1-hour webinar to get detailed information on how these tax credits work and learn what the Department of Commerce will be looking for in applications.
Left photo: Catholic Charities Adult Day Service outdoor recreation campus, Wichita.
State tax credits reduce the total amount of taxes owed to the state. They are a way for a taxpayer to substantially reduce the cost of making a contribution to a charitable organization. These credits are refundable AND transferable.
The tax credit is for contributions made by business firms or individuals subject to Kansas income tax, Kansas privilege tax or the premium tax or privilege fees imposed on insurance companies. The minimum amount that can be donated is $250. There is no maximum amount.
It is the responsibility of the nonprofit organization to solicit donations, complete the necessary paperwork and send the information to the Kansas Department of Commerce for processing. The Kansas Department of Commerce will provide contact information to potential donors interested in donating.
Ensure your project is new or one-time in nature. Previously awarded CSP projects are not eligible to apply, even if award years are not consecutive.
Securing at least 50% of your anticipated needed donations through signed pledge letters will result in a higher rating on applications.
Address the impact of the project on the community with projected statistical results. Include historical data on the target group that supports the project.
Gathering letters of support is a great way to enhance your application. Get a broad base of community leaders to confirm the importance of your project.
See communities that have received funding in past years.
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