Press Release Archive

CFSEK announces 2024 scholarship program recipients

The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) and its affiliates, the Columbus Area Community Foundation, the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation, and the Girard Area Community Foundation are proud to announce the granting of scholarship funds and awards to 72 students totaling just under $165,000 for the 2024-2025 academic year. The scholarships administered by the … Continue reading →

Knights of Columbus Endowment awards $63,000 to 13 nonprofits in 2024

The Knights of Columbus Endowment Fund is proud to announce its 2024 grant awards to 13 Southeast Kansas organizations for projects to address basic human needs in Crawford County totaling $63,000. As a result of the sale of the Knights of Columbus Tower, the Pittsburg Broadway Tower Corporation established the Knights of Columbus Endowment Fund … Continue reading →

Mount Carmel Foundation Aligns with CFSEK to Continue Legacy of Healthcare Support in Southeast Kansas 

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 →

2024 Elm Acres Foundation Grant Applications Open [Update: Closed]

UPDATE: Applications for the 2024 Elm Acres Foundation grant cycle were due April 30 and are no longer being accepted. The original version of this post follows: The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) proudly announces that applications for the 2024 Elm Acres Foundation Grant Cycle are now open. Applications are available at SoutheastKansas.org/Grant-App. The application … Continue reading →