Youth Organization Volunteerism Grant 2016

Last updated July 29, 2021 For 2016, the Dylan Meier Get Busy Livin’ Foundation (GBL) is proud to announce a new program sponsoring youth-volunteerism activities. The desire to serve others has always been ingrained in the GBL philosophy. Unbeknownst to Dylan he began volunteering early in his life through sports and various activities, first as … Continue reading →

Happy New Year!

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Last updated August 4, 2021 With the new year upon us, it will soon be CFSEK scholarship time for the many graduating seniors looking to continue their education. Visit our blog post from last September to check out last year’s scholarship recipients! Photo by Trust “Tru” Katsande.

CFSEK Celebrates the 2015 Giving of Grants

On Tuesday, November 10 the CFSEK board, staff, donors, founders and community agencies gathered to celebrate the agencies who received grant funds during the 2015 year and the important work they do in our communities. One agency representative had this to say “It was a wonderful evening. The CFSEK does so many great things for … Continue reading →

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION WEEK CELEBRATES GIVING IN SOUTHEAST KANSAS

During the week of November 12-18, 2015, The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas and its affiliates, Girard Area Community Foundation and Fort Scott Area Community Foundation, will join more than 750 community foundations across America celebrating Community Foundation Week. For 26 years, the effort has raised awareness about the increasingly important role of these philanthropic … Continue reading →

First 100 Day Reflection

Reflecting on my first 100 days as the Executive Director of the Community Foundation, it has been a fast and furious few months! When I began my new position I drafted a 100 day plan for myself anticipating a need for a learning curve while learning all aspects of the job. I have experienced and … Continue reading →