At Summit Natural Gas, we believe we're only as strong as the communities we serve. That's why we proudly support local nonprofit organizations across the Summit Natural Gas service territory. Our commitment to community runs deeper than energy—it's part of who we are. We're honored to walk alongside organizations that spark hope, open doors, and nurture brighter futures.
The Summit Cares charitable giving program is funded by Summit Utilities, Inc., the parent company of Summit Natural Gas. We are proud to offer grant funding to nonprofits in our SNGMO footprint.
Through our Summit Cares program, we focus our support on four key areas where we can make the most meaningful impact: meeting essential needs, enriching community life, protecting our environment, and inspiring curiosity through STEAM education.
Summit’s 2026 Community Giving Program application window has now closed.
Learn More About Our Grant Guidelines
To learn more about how to use our online grant application portal, watch these helpful videos:
Summit Natural Gas's charitable giving grants support service area nonprofit organizations focused on:
Basic Human Needs
Supporting nonprofits that provide life's essentials—food, shelter, and critical resources—helping neighbors when they need it most.
Community Enrichment
We invest in cultural and recreational programs that foster belonging and vibrancy. By celebrating community life and encouraging participation, we help build inclusive, dynamic spaces where everyone feels welcome and inspired.
Environmental Stewardship
Protecting our environment by supporting efforts in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and pollution reduction—creating a healthier future for generations to come.
STEAM Education
Empowering students, teachers, and lifelong learners to explore, innovate, and dream big through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics programs.
To ensure we make the most meaningful impact possible, Summit Natural Gas generally does not contribute grant funding to:
Organizations that practice discrimination
Organizations outside of Summit Natural Gas's service areas
Contests, trips, or tours
Sports teams
Utility bill payments
Staff or salaries
Volunteer fire departments
Event sponsorship requests
Educational institutions, including K-12 schools, school districts, colleges, and universities
Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located within the Summit Natural Gas service area.
Grant: $5,000.00
DOCO Inc. Sheltered Workshop is committed to providing dignified, meaningful employment to the disabled workers of Ava and Douglas County. We’re excited to help expand and upgrade the nonprofit’s blessing box, providing food, hygiene products, and essential household items to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity and hardship.
Grant: $5,000.00
Gift of Hope serves Taney County, supporting children and families facing food insecurity. With four-day school weeks creating an even greater challenge for those without access to reliable meals, we’re proud to help expand the nonprofit’s Backpack Food Program to provide thousands of weekend meals that promote health, learning, and emotional well-being.
Grant: $5,000.00
The Lake of the Ozarks Idiots Club is an all-volunteer nonprofit dedicated to helping youth in need. We’re honored to provide a grant to support its Buddy Pack Weekend Food Program, which delivers nutritious ready-to-eat food to middle and high school students in Missouri, helping ensure they have nutritious meals on weekends.
Grant: $5,000.00
Project 360 Youth Services operates The Sound House, which provides hot meals and essential services for at-risk youth ages 13 to 18 in Laclede County. To ensure full access to the program, we’re pleased to provide a grant to help cover transportation costs, enabling safe, reliable, and consistent daily transportation for youth to and from programming.
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