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38 | Page April 4 I ssueMore Than $4 Million Available in the Kansas Department of Commerce 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.Kansas State Historic Preservation Office Announces Historic Preservation Grant Funding Now AvailableKansas State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) announces applications for the 2025 round of Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) grants are now available at: http://www.kshs.org/14615. Additional information is provided through links on that page including the HPF Products Manual and HPF grant-funded survey requirements.The Federal Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) provides assistance to state and tribal preservation offices each year. These funds are awarded to assist in expanding and accelerating those organizations%u2019 historic preservation activities. Federal regulations require that a portion of these funds be passed through to local communities and preservation organizations to assist with their preservation activities. To meet those federal requirements, each year applications are accepted by the Kansas State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) as part of a competitive grant round.