Jun 17, 2024
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that $4.1 million in Community Service Program (CSP) Tax Credits have been awarded to support the fundraising efforts of 26 nonprofit organizations across Kansas. These funds will enhance local access to quality childcare, healthcare, education, arts, and housing services. “These tax credits are…
Read MoreJun 14, 2024
TOPEKA — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that Kansas has garnered Area Development magazine’s coveted Gold Shovel Award for the fourth year in a row. The latest accolade—without precedent in state history—reflects the economic development success the state has experienced under the Kelly administration. “Earning a fourth Gold Shovel underscores…
Read MoreJun 13, 2024
TOPEKA – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced Celia Vega and Sara Bloom have been named the Kansas Department of Commerce’s 2023 Employees of the Year. “Kansas is on a dominant trajectory of growth, but the progress our state has seen over the last few years…
Read MoreJun 7, 2024
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that 12 communities and organizations will receive a combined $78,800 to allow 20 new murals and public art projects to revive public spaces and engage residents and visitors. “Murals and public art installations welcome people to our rural communities while developing community pride…
Read MoreJun 6, 2024
As the world becomes more globally interconnected, Kansas Department of Commerce ensures that our state is relevant and engaged internationally. This helps grow the state economy and fosters positive diplomatic relations. At an increasingly rapid rate, advances in technology, transportation and communications systems facilitate the free flow of goods and…
Read MoreJun 6, 2024
Global Resources is focused on key assets to support the international business ecosystem in Kansas. One of these is strong trade infrastructure. Kansas is fortunate to have valuable systems, structures and facilities that contribute to this infrastructure. There is, however, more work to be done to ensure we minimize hurdles…
Read MoreJun 6, 2024
Global Resources is an innovative, new sub-division within the International Division of the Kansas Department of Commerce. Our mission is to advance the state’s economic development objectives by cultivating and maintaining resources that bolster Kansas’ participation in international commerce. Amongst state-level economic development organizations across the United States, Kansas is…
Read MoreJun 5, 2024
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Commerce today announced that Kearny County has been awarded $296,250 through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for a new coffee and bakery shop. This Commercial Rehabilitation grant, along with $98,750 in local matching funds, will help restore an older building and revitalize…
Read MoreJun 4, 2024
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that seven organizations will receive a combined $3.9 million in grants through the Advancing Digital Opportunities to Promote Technology (ADOPT) program. ADOPT supports the Kelly administration’s work to connect more Kansans to high-speed internet by making public Wi-Fi accessible and distributing devices in underserved…
Read MoreMay 30, 2024
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that $2.8 million is being invested in 15 organizations through the Digital Opportunities to Connect Kansans (DOCK) program. The DOCK grants will improve the digital skills of Kansans who have not yet been able to fully capitalize on the power of the internet.…
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