Article by Lori Bower, Windom Community Resident About 50 people gathered Monday evening to celebrate the unveiling of a new community mural along Main Street in Windom. The mural was created through a partnership between the Windom Beautification Committee, artist and Little River art teacher Kaycee Sutter,...
If your fund or organization is participating in this year's Match Month, be sure to register for our first webinar on Match Month preparation. During the webinar, foundation representatives will share strategies and best practices they have seen lead to successful fundraising during matching campaigns,...
[gallery ids="7425,7426,7427,7428,7429,7430,7431,7432,7433,7434,7435,7436,7437,7438,7439,7440,7441"] The McPherson County Community Foundation hosted the 13th annual Norene Ketcherside Art Symposium and Teachers Workshop on July 30 and 31 at the McPherson Opera House, welcoming Kansas educators for two days of professional development focused on arts integration and concept-based learning. This year's theme,...
[caption id="attachment_7418" align="alignright" width="300"] The Lindsborg Outdoor Workout Park was completed with the help of a grant from a David J. Nutt Fund Grant. The park provides a free option for those interested in physical fitness.[/caption] One of the strengths of a community foundation is its...
Over the years, the McPherson County Community Foundation's matching events have grown significantly through larger matching pools, more participating organizations, and longer giving periods. One thing, however, has remained the same: the Foundation's commitment to investing in the future of McPherson County's nonprofit organizations. This year,...
Last year, the McPherson County Health Department received a $10,000 grant through the McPherson County Community Foundation’s Mastermind McPherson County Grant cycle. The funding allowed MCHD to partner with Partnerships in Family Care and McPherson Medical and Surgical Associates to expand access to long-acting reversible...
This week, the McPherson High School Debate team held its annual debate camp, giving students an opportunity to learn more about debate and prepare for the upcoming season of competition. The camp serves as an introduction to debate for some students while helping more experienced debaters...
Strong partnerships are at the heart of the McPherson County Community Foundation's (MCCF) mission. By working alongside donors, nonprofit organizations, and fund holders, the Foundation helps make giving simple while providing the tools and support organizations need to focus on serving their communities. One organization that...
[caption id="attachment_6828" align="alignright" width="300"] The Suicide Prevention and Awareness Walk, held every year in Nov., was initially established as a Community Coalition initiative.[/caption] Some of the biggest improvements in a community begin with people simply gathering around a table to talk. That's the idea behind the...
Last year, the Moundridge Community Foundation awarded a $6,600 grant to help the Moundridge Food Pantry renovate its exterior entrance. The Moundridge Food Pantry operates out of the Moundridge Senior Center. While the Senior Center's main entrance is clearly marked, the food pantry entrance had previously...