The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) is excited to announce the hiring of Kayley Hartman as its new Accounting Manager! Kayley comes to CFSEK and its affiliates in Columbus, Fort Scott, and Girard with a passion for helping those in need, and great hopes and aspirations for the future of our communities in Southeast … Continue reading →
The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) has added a new way for local residents to give in support of Southeast Kansas charities with the introduction of a “Give crypto” button to its Giving Hub. By clicking the button, donors will be redirected to a separate donation page hosted by Engiven, a trusted platform specializing … Continue reading →
In 2001, the Kansas Health Foundation offered a $300,000 match if the Pittsburg community could raise $300,000 to establish the Pittsburg Area Community Foundation. A caring group of citizens rallied together to raise the funds, and on February 28, 2001, they established the Pittsburg Area Community Foundation. A few years later, the board of the … Continue reading →
Note: CFSEK’s long-time Program Coordinator Sherri Stephens is retiring at the end of July! Sherri graciously wrote the article below as a reflection on her nine years with the Foundation. Thank you, Sherri, for everything you’ve done for SEK communities over the last decade! My first interview for the CFSEK Program Coordinator position was a snowy, … Continue reading →
In light of the recent announcement that Via Christi Hospital Pittsburg will be merging with Mercy Hospital, the Mount Carmel Foundation (Foundation) has taken a significant step to ensure the continued support of healthcare services in Pittsburg and the Southeast Kansas region. After multiple meetings with community stakeholders and a thorough evaluation of all options, … Continue reading →