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23 | Page February 2 8 I ssueQuarter 4 Update: October %u2013 December 2024Kansas Counties with KHFI-funded projects through December 2024Lt. Governor Toland Announces More Than $4 Million Available in Community Service Tax Credit ProgramLieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced $4.13 million in tax credits will be made available under the Kansas Department of Commerce%u2019s Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP).The Community Service Tax Credit Program provides an opportunity for private, non-profit organizations and public healthcare entities to improve their ability to undertake major capital campaigns involving community service, non-governmental crime prevention, youth apprenticeship and technical training, and healthcare services.Under the program, the state authorizes nonprofit organizations to offer tax credits to donors that make contributions towards approved projects. Organizations are chosen through a competitive selection process in which applications are thoroughly analyzed to determine award sizes and final awardees.Proposed projects must be unique or one-time in nature while creating lasting value for charitable organizations. Projects could include a capital campaign, major equipment purchase, major renovation, capacity building and more.Applications will be open March 1 through April 30. Those applying may request up to $200,000 in tax credits. Applicants in rural communities of less than 15,000 population are eligible for a 70% credit. Those applicants not located in rural areas are eligible for a 50% credit.For questions regarding CSP, contact Quality Places Specialist Miranda Carpenter by email or call (785) 940-0626.