The Future Fund is a giving circle made up of people who want to do great things for the community. By pooling resources together, the giving circle structure enables individuals to achieve a greater impact with their charitable giving than they could separately. We are pleased to announce that the following organizations received Future Fund … Continue reading →
Basic Human Needs Bourbon County Inter-agency Coalition, Inc.: “Network for Families” providing rent and utility assistance for families helping to keep families intact and housed. CLASS LTD: “Emergency Human Needs Assistance” for individuals with intellectual or other developmental disabilities .The organization helps fill the gaps for clients in fulfilling their basic shelter, food or clothing … Continue reading →
In 2007, a group of compassionate women came together to pool their time and resources to make an immediate impact on women’s health in Southeast Kansas. As a result, these community volunteers and philanthropists formed the Rita J. Bicknell Women’s Health Fund Women’s Giving Circle. Last year, the Women’s Health Fund grew with the addition … Continue reading →
It is time to be thinking about projects that could qualify for Foundation grants. Applications for Rita J Bicknell Women’s Fund Giving Circle grants will be available on the website April 1—no foolin’! In the meantime mark your calendar to attend the following meetings: MARCH 31, 11:30-2:00 Grant Writing 101 facilitated by Becky Gray and … Continue reading →
In 2007, a group of compassionate women came together to pool their time and resources to make an immediate impact on women’s health in Southeast Kansas. As a result, these community volunteers and philanthropists formed the Rita J. Bicknell Women’s Health Fund Women’s Giving Circle. This year, the Women’s Health Fund grew with the addition … Continue reading →