Kansas gubernatorial candidates Schwab, Schmidt, and Corson each raised over $900,000 ahead of August primaries.

As of December 31, 2025, top Kansas gubernatorial candidates Scott Schwab, Vicki Schmidt, and Ethan Corson each raised over $900,000, with Schwab leading at $1.3 million. Corson, a Democratic state senator, reported more than 3,000 small donations, 70% under $100, and secured endorsements from labor unions and outgoing Gov. Laura Kelly. Schmidt, the Republican insurance commissioner, raised $980,000 with 57% of funds from Kansans. In the attorney general race, Democrat Chris Mann reported $536,000, 89% from state residents, while incumbent Republican Kris Kobach has not released his 2025 figures. House Speaker Dan Hawkins, running for insurance commissioner, raised $427,300, calling it a record for a down-ballot race. All candidates must file final reports by January 10, 2026, with fundraising seen as a key sign of momentum ahead of the August primaries.