The expected cost of school supplies for each McPherson Middle School student is about $80.46. While the supply list is basic (pencils, pens and other essentials) it adds an expense beyond enrollment and program fees. For some families, even modest costs are a strain. [caption id="attachment_6728"...
In July 2024, the Gaeddert Family Fund, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation, provided funding to purchase book sets focused on grief for a local bereavement support group. The group, led by Cedars Chaplain Chris Whitacre, offers support to individuals navigating the grieving process. Whitacre...
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Designated funds from the McPherson County Community Foundation supported two summer camps held in McPherson last week. The Edwin R. Stucky Debate Enhancement Fund provided funding for the McPherson County Debate Camp, while the Keri Lindholm Endowment for the Arts sponsored McPherson Community Theatre’s Summer Stage...
Mastermind on the Road is coming up quickly, and most of our community presentation dates are now confirmed (you can find them here). As part of the Mastermind process, the Foundation offers a special round of grant funding designed to address priorities identified through the...
In June, the McPherson Senior Center received a $10,000 grant from the McPherson County Community Foundation’s general grants cycle. The funding will be used to install and replace carpet in several areas of the facility and add a protective coating to a concrete hallway. According to...
The Norene Ketcherside Endowment for the Arts hosted educators from across Kansas for its annual Symposium and Teachers Workshop, held July 24–25 at the McPherson Opera House. The event offers a free, arts-based professional development opportunity for K–12 teachers across the state. Since its launch in...
Last month, we announced that our Childcare Task Force was selected as a recipient of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and All in for Kansas Kids Child Care Zones grant. Today, we’re excited to share that $150,000 will be made available to...
2025 Survey results: McPherson County Survey Results City of Canton Survey Results City of Galva Survey Results City of Inman Survey Results City of Lindsborg Survey Results City of Marquette Survey Results City of McPherson Survey Results City of Moundridge Survey Results Compare these results to 2024 here 2025 videos: McPherson County Survey Presentation City of Canton...
In 2024, the McPherson Industrial Development Company (MIDC) received a $10,000 grant from the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) to assess the city or McPherson's readiness for further industrial development. The funding allowed MIDC to partner with Global Location Strategies (GLS), a nationally respected site selection...