For nonprofits, schools, charities, and vocational programs

The Taproot Grant supports organizations that serve woodworkers with disabilities — not individual applicants. A taproot is the part of a tree you never see, but it anchors everything and reaches deeper than any other root, making the growth above ground possible. We named this grant for organizations doing that same kind of essential work in their communities, often without much recognition or resources.

There is no fixed dollar amount for this grant. The KMWDF board works directly with each qualifying organization to understand its needs, then assembles whatever support we can, whether that's funding, in-kind tool donations, connections to our sponsor and retail network, or a combination of all three.

Who qualifies: Your organization must serve woodworkers with disabilities in some form (whether directly or indirectly) and be a registered nonprofit or charity, an accredited school or educational program, or a vocational or workforce training program.

What you'll need to submit: your organization's 501(c)(3) determination letter, a current Board of Directors listing, your Mission Statement, and a cover letter from an authorized representative explaining your needs and how KMWDF's support would be used. The person submitting the application must be authorized to act on the organization's behalf.