Many individuals and families spend a great deal of time setting up a charitable plan they feel good about. For example, they establish a donor-advised or other type of fund at the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF), update IRA beneficiary designations so that the fund...
On Thursday, the McPherson County Community Foundation hosted a Chamber Coffee in partnership with the McPherson Chamber of Commerce. The event gave MCCF the opportunity to connect with community leaders and local business owners and share updates on the Foundation’s role in McPherson County. CEO...
Lindsborg residents are invited to share their perspectives on future grant funding through a new community survey launched by the David J. Nutt Fund. The survey is designed to gather public feedback to help guide grant allocation decisions and ensure funding continues to support the long-term...
In December, the McPherson County Community Foundation awarded a $2,000 grant to support the local Night to Shine event. The funding will help cover a portion of the meal costs, ensuring the evening is offered at no cost to guests. Night to Shine is a national...
For many donors, the end of 2025 brought a rush of charitable giving decisions. New tax laws that took effect Jan. 1, 2026, introduced a 0.5% “floor” and a 35% “cap” on charitable deductions, prompting many high-income taxpayers to make gifts before the changes went...
The McPherson County Community Foundation is accepting appointments for its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. The first round of appointments will be available in Feb. The VITA program, operated by the Internal Revenue Service for more than 50 years, provides free tax preparation assistance to eligible...
We have received several questions about the Foundation’s 25th anniversary Dream Grants, including eligibility, timelines and the types of projects we hope to support. Below is a brief overview. Project Focus: Dream Grants are intended to support projects that make a meaningful, visible impact in...
Even in an era when term life insurance policies may appear to dominate, many people still hold whole life, variable life, or universal life insurance policies. In many cases, when the original need for a policy goes away (e.g., children become independent or other assets...
For many years, the McPherson Education Foundation, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation, has supported students and employees in USD 418. Each year, the foundation offers teachers the opportunity to apply for classroom grants. These grants are designed to support projects and resources that may...
Investing in community dreams also means being there when neighbors face unexpected hardship. Through partnerships with fund holders and local organizations, the McPherson County Community Foundation has established several funds to assist individuals dealing with serious illnesses and health challenges. These funds play an important role...