The Elm Acres Foundation is proud to announce its 2024 grant awards to 16 Southeast Kansas organizations for 17 projects for at-risk youth totaling $22,095. The purpose of the Elm Acres Foundation, Inc. is to provide support for at-risk youth in the Southeast Kansas community (Crawford, Cherokee, and Labette counties), including supporting any entities that … Continue reading →
In light of the recent announcement that Via Christi Hospital Pittsburg will be merging with Mercy Hospital, the Mount Carmel Foundation (Foundation) has taken a significant step to ensure the continued support of healthcare services in Pittsburg and the Southeast Kansas region. After multiple meetings with community stakeholders and a thorough evaluation of all options, … Continue reading →
When you go to bed every night, you probably don’t think much of it, it’s just something you do. But how many children in our region don’t have that luxury? Some sleep in beds, sure, but there are some who share beds with parents or siblings, or sleep on a couch, and sadly, some who … Continue reading →
Seven youth programs in Southeast Kansas will receive up to $500 each in support of volunteer activities, thanks to grants from the Dylan Meier Get Busy Livin’ Foundation (GBL) Youth Volunteerism grant cycle at the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK). These projects keep Dylan’s spirit of adventure, fitness, curiosity, generosity, and a daily zest … Continue reading →
On May 1, the Knights of Columbus Endowment Fund opens grant applications for its third year, supporting Crawford County housing and community services.