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BARBER COUNTY DEVELOPMENT, INC.
120 E. KANSAS AVENUE
MEDICINE LODGE, KANSAS 67104
620-614-1681

 BARBER COUNTY DEVELOPMENT, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BA District 1 Elisa Stone Treasurer estalker@hotmail.com 2026

BA District 1 at large Joscelyn Nittler President jnittler@barber.ks.gov 2026

BA District 2 Jana Mott jana.lee86@gmail.com 2027

BA District 2 at large Vacant

BA District 3 Gina Woods Secretary jeffwoodsfamily10@gmail.com 2025

BA District 3 at large Jene Myers anniemyers643@gmail.com 2025

City of ML Tom Lee tomlee@sctelcom.net 2026

City of Kiowa Janet Robinson cityadmin@kiowaks.org 2026

City of Isabel Crystal/Steve Cummins cityofisabel@havilandtelco.com 2025

City of Sun City Vacant

Executive Director Loretta McGuire loretta@barbercountydevelopment.com

 
 
 
 
 

Please use the link below to access the BCD Application for Funding.

https://www.barbercountydevelopment.com/s/FundingAppBCD.docx

Barber County Development, Inc. - Community Project Funding Application

Please read the instructions and eligibility requirements carefully before completing this application. 

I. Organization and Contact Information

  • Organization Name: ______________________________________

  • Organization Address: ___________________________________________________________

  • Organization Phone Number: _____________________________________________________

  • Organization Email Address: ______________________________________________________

  • Organization Website (if applicable): ____________________________________________

  • Contact Person Name & Title: ____________________________________________________

  • Contact Person Email: ____________________________________________________________

  • Contact Person Phone: ____________________________________________________________

  • Type of Organization (e.g., nonprofit, civic group, government entity): ________________________ 

  • Project Type: (Check all that apply)

    • Infrastructure (e.g., streets, sidewalks, bridges)

    • Public Facilities (e.g., community centers, storm shelters)

    • Economic Development (e.g., business support, job creation)

    • Community Services (e.g., daycare, senior programs)

    • Historical Preservation/Tourism

    • Other (please specify):

II. Project Details

  • Project Title: ____________________________________________________________________

  • Project Location: _________________________________________________________________

  • Project Summary (100 words or less): Include a brief overview of the project and its goals.

 

 

  • Project Description: Provide a detailed description of the project, including its objectives, activities, and expected outcomes.

 

 

 

 

  • Community Need: Explain the need for this project in Barber County and how it aligns with Barber County Development's mission to facilitate economic growth and community well-being.

 

 

 

 

  • Target Population/Beneficiaries: Identify who will benefit from the project (e.g., low- and moderate-income individuals, youth, seniors, specific neighborhoods) and describe how the project will meet their needs.

 

 

 

 

  • Project Timeline: Provide a proposed timeline for project implementation, including key milestones and completion dates. 

 

 

III. Funding Request and Budget

  • Total Project Cost: ________________________________________

  • Amount Requested from Barber County Development: __________________________

  • Detailed Budget: Include a comprehensive budget outlining all project costs (both requested funds and matching funds/in-kind contributions).  Detail here or attach a document.

 

 

 

  • Budget Narrative: Explain in detail each line item in the budget and provide rationale for each expense. Detail here or attach a document.

 

 

 

 

  • Matching Funds/In-Kind Contributions: Describe any other funding sources or in-kind contributions secured or planned for this project.  Detail here or attach a document.

 

 

 

 

 

IV. Project Sustainability

  • Long-Term Impact: How will this project continue to benefit the community beyond the initial funding period?

 

  • Maintenance and Operations Plan: Describe how the project will be maintained and operated once completed.

V. Supporting Documentation

  • Letters of Support: Include letters of support from community organizations, businesses, and/or residents.  (Please attach letters of support.)

  • Financial Documents: (If applicable) Provide financial reports and/or a bank financial application.

  • Other Supporting Materials: Include any other relevant documents (e.g., pictures, plans, blueprints, permits). 

VI. Agreement

By submitting this application, the applicant affirms that the information provided is accurate and complete. It is understood that Barber County Development, Inc. may contact the applicant for additional information or clarification regarding this application. It is also acknowledged that Barber County Development, Inc. reserves the right to accept or reject any application for any reason. 

Signature: _________________________________________

Printed Name: ______________________________________ 

Date: ______________________________________________

VII. Submission instructions

  • Please submit the completed application and all supporting documentation to loretta@barbercountydevelopment.com.

  • Applications are accepted year-round.

  • Applications may be submitted for any amount from a minimum of $100 up to $5000 maximum amount.

  • Annual available funding amounts may change per the Barber County Development, Inc. annual budget.