What are donor-advised funds?

Donor-advised funds (or DAFs for short) are a type of charitable-giving tool that has become increasingly prevalent in recent decades. They are a powerful, versatile, and tax-efficient tool for individuals, couples, and families interested in philanthropy. In the last 30 years DAFs have become a major source of funding for charities, both locally and nationally. … Continue reading →

CFSEK Celebrates a Record-Breaking Match Day

Match Day 2021 Graphic

CFSEK has announced a record-breaking Match Day 2021 grand total of $223,190.37! On November 30, the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas hosted its sixth annual Match Day event. CFSEK hosts Match Day each year to join in the celebration of generosity on Giving Tuesday, a national day dedicated to giving and philanthropy. Community contributions raised … Continue reading →

Match Day 2021 [Update: Ended]

Match Day 2021 Graphic

Update: Match Day 2021 is over! Thank you to all our donors for your generous contributions to this community-wide fundraising event! Read more about our results. Original post: The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas is hosting its sixth annual Match Day on November 30, 2021, National Giving Tuesday! CFSEK has a total of $47,000 to … Continue reading →

The Future of PIDC: Introducing the Pittsburg Community Development Fund

The Community Foundation is pleased to introduce one of its newest charitable funds, the Pittsburg Community Development Fund. This fund will promote economic development in the Pittsburg area. More than 30 individuals and businesses have contributed to the new fund by donating shares in Pittsburg Industrial Development Corporation, Inc. (PIDC). Thanks to their generosity, CFSEK … Continue reading →

Read The Fall 2021 CFSEK Newsletter

CFSEK 20th Anniversary Grant Recipients

The fall 2021 Charitable Connection newsletter is finally here! Here’s what’s included in this edition: A welcome letter from our new executive director, Devin Gorman. A report from our 2021 Estate Planning Forum. Our 2021 scholarship and grant recipients. What’s coming up at the Community Foundation. Check it out by clicking the button below! Get … Continue reading →