After six years of service as executive director of the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas, Kit Parks has decided to retire at the end of July. Kit was hired to serve as CFSEK’s executive director in early 2015. During Kit’s tenure, the Community Foundation has increased in size and in impact. When she was hired, CFSEK … Continue reading →
Each spring the Rita J. Bicknell Women’s Health Fund (WHF) giving circles meet to review grant requests to fund projects to “improve the health and well-being of women by supporting education, increasing awareness and sharing quality of life opportunities to benefit all women.” As CFSEK celebrates our 20th year of “benefiting the common good and … Continue reading →
Last updated July 12, 2021 Update: Applications were due by June 30. Original post: The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) is pleased to announce that the 2021 General Funds grant application is now available through June 30, 2021. General Funds grants are available for non-profit programs and services for basic human needs and youth … Continue reading →
The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year! Read Our 20th Anniversary Newsletter To kick off the festivities, we’re publishing a special-edition newsletter that you can read by clicking the button below. In this issue, you’ll find: A celebration of our founding at 20 years. Excerpts from past newsletters, annual … Continue reading →
The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas is pleased to announce that grant applications are now available for Elm Acres Foundation At-Risk Youth Grants and Rita J. Bicknell Women’s Health Fund grants. Applications will be accepted through April 30, 2021. Elm Acres grants are available for non-profit programs and services for at-risk youth, and Women’s Health … Continue reading →