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Allen County Community Calendar!

Stay up-to-date with our new Allen County Community Calendar, in partnership with Iola Area Chamber of Commerce, Southeast Kansas Library System, and more to come.

Making Healthy Happen

Thrive Allen County is the largest and most prominent rural health advocacy organization in Kansas.
We work relentlessly to make Allen County the healthiest rural community in the state,
a community that thrives both physically and fiscally.

Bike & Trails

Thrive believes that bikes and trails are critical not only to improving the
health of individuals but the health of the community as a whole.

Community Engagement

Thrive works by engaging the passion, vision, and energy of individuals,
organizations, and businesses to improve the quality of life in Allen County.

Economic Development

Thrive helps to encourage, develop, and recruit businesses that improve
the vitality and resilience of the Allen County economy.

Our Work in Action

Thrive has participated in a number of projects and programs
around Allen County. Explore our work.

WHAT WE DO

Bike & Trails

Thrive believes that bikes and trails are critical
not only to improving the health of individuals
but the health of the community as a whole.

Economic Development

Thrive helps to encourage, develop, and
recruit businesses that improve the vitality and
resilience of the Allen County economy.

Recovery Resources

Members of SEK Recovery Resources work together to address a variety of issues surrounding substance use disorder (SUD), opioid use disorder (OUD) and addiction.

Technical Assistance & Grant Writing

Thrive offers Technical Assistance and
Grant Writing services to other
community organizations and groups.

Community Engagement

Thrive works by engaging the passion,
vision, and energy of individuals,
organizations, and businesses to
improve the quality of life in Allen County.

Health & Wellness

Thrive assists businesses and individuals
in navigating the sometimes complex and
intimidating healthcare system.

Advocacy & Outreach

Thrive speaks out on health issues,
offers education on health topics, and
provides mentoring and technical assistance
to individuals and organizations working
to improve their communities.

Other Services

Thrive also offers a number of additional
services, both to individuals and
other groups and organizations.

Bike & Trails

Thrive believes that bikes and trails are critical
not only to improving the health of individuals
but the health of the community as a whole.

Community Engagement

Thrive works by engaging the passion,
vision, and energy of individuals,
organizations, and businesses to
improve the quality of life in Allen County.

Economic Development

Thrive helps to encourage, develop, and
recruit businesses that improve the vitality and
resilience of the Allen County economy.

Health & Wellness

Thrive assists businesses and individuals
in navigating the sometimes complex and
intimidating healthcare system.

Recovery Resources

Members of SEK Recovery Resources work together to address a variety of issues surrounding substance use disorder (SUD), opioid use disorder (OUD) and addiction.

Advocacy & Outreach

Thrive speaks out on health issues,
offers education on health topics, and
provides mentoring and technical assistance
to individuals and organizations working
to improve their communities.

Technical Assistance & Grant Writing

Thrive offers Technical Assistance and
Grant Writing services to other
community organizations and groups.

Other Services

Thrive also offers a number of additional
services, both to individuals and
other groups and organizations.

Read the latest news

Applications for the 2026 #TogetherWeThrive Scholarship Are Open!

We encourage Allen County seniors and current Allen Community College students to apply for our $1,000 #TogetherWeThrive Scholarship. You can find more information and the online application here: tinyurl.com/TogetherWeThrive2026 You can pick up hard copies at the...

And the Nominees Are… Announcing the 18th Annual Award Celebration Nominees!

We are thrilled to pull back the curtain and announce the official nominees for the 18th Annual Award Celebration! This annual event is our opportunity to shine a spotlight on the incredible individuals, organizations, and businesses whose dedication and innovation...

(Applications Closed) – Child Care Health Insurance Reimbursement Program (CHIRP)

APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED. The All in for Kansas Kids Child Care Health Insurance Reimbursement Program (CHIRP) will provide reimbursements to Kansas child care providers up to $3,600 annually per child care provider to assist with the cost of purchasing health...

Seeking Sponsors! Thrive Allen County’s 18th Annual Award Celebration

It's that time again! Save the date for our 18th Annual Award Celebration. Join us on November 21st at 5:30 pm at the Allen Community College Gymnasium as we come together to honor the amazing people and organizations that strengthen our community. This inspiring...

Home Improvement Opportunity for Allen County Veterans!

An exciting opportunity for our local heroes! We are proud to partner with The Home Depot Foundation and the Housing Assistance Council to offer the Veteran Home Improvement Grant! This program is designed to help make your home safer and healthier with critical...

Get Involved

Volunteer

Volunteer with Thrive Allen County!
Work on trails, clean up communities,
and build a healthier tomorrow.
Visit our Volunteer Opportunities Page
for more info and to sign-up!

Thrive at Home

Connect and Grow with Your Neighbors!
Thrive at Home is a trusted exchange
of community expertise through
your favorite Allen County classes,
workshops and meetings.

Donate

Support our transformative work in
Allen County and beyond. Your support of
Thrive Allen County empowers communities
and enhances health in Allen County
far beyond what grants can fund.