The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) is excited to announce the hiring of Will Norton as its new Donor Engagement Officer! Will comes to CFSEK and its affiliates, the Columbus Area Community Foundation, Fort Scott Area Community Foundation, and the Girard Area Community Foundation, with a passion for networking and a love of community. … Continue reading →
Women’s healthcare in Southeast Kansas is receiving much needed help thanks to the Rita J. Bicknell Women’s Health Fund at the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK). The Women’s Health Fund (WHF) has granted $61,775 to 18 nonprofit organizations across the region in 2025. In 2007, the establishment of the Rita J. Bicknell Women’s Giving … Continue reading →
Are you interested in joining the CFSEK team and supporting our work in Southeast Kansas? We are now accepting applications for an Operations and Donor Support Coordinator. You can read the job description below or view it on Indeed. Operations and Donor Support Coordinator Position Summary: The Operations and Donor Support Coordinator is a key … Continue reading →
Since 2006, the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) Future Fund grant cycle has been making a difference throughout Crawford County. This year is another addition to that legacy with $17,271 granted to 14 Crawford County nonprofit projects. Since 2006, the CFSEK Future Fund grant cycle has awarded $214,530 in competitive grants in Crawford County! “We’re honored to award this year’s Future Fund grants to such a deserving group of organizations,” said Devin … Continue reading →
In a low-income, rural community, opportunities for students to experience different career paths can be hard to come by, even when students have that interest. Take, for example, Northeast USD 246: Amber Hribar, 6th grade Social Studies and STEM teacher, saw her students showing interest in STEM and wanted to help them pursue their interests. … Continue reading →