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 →
Last updated August 2, 2021 Saturday, October 4, 2014 Check in starts at 8:30 AM. Ride starts at 9:30 AM. Start/finish at Lincoln Park on 9th Street, Pittsburg, KS. 15.5-mile ride, everyone welcome, helmets required. $15 entry fee includes a T-shirt. September 22 registration required to guarantee a T-shirt. Sponsored by SEK-NOW. For more information … Continue reading →
The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas scholarship funds were awarded to 15 students for the 2014/2015 school year. The scholarships, administered by the Community Foundation, are funded by donors who believe in the youth of our area and support their pursuit of higher education. A scholarship fund established with the Community Foundation is another way … 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 →