GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Central Kansas Nonprofit Network (CKNN) invites nonprofit organizations from across the region to attend its upcoming quarterly meeting on Wednesday, January 21, at Barton Community College. The gathering is designed to foster collaboration, strengthen partnerships, and build shared solutions for the challenges facing nonprofits today.
The meeting will take place in Room F-30, with coffee and networking from 8:00–9:00 a.m., followed by the working meeting from 9:00–11:00 a.m. All central Kansas area nonprofit leaders, staff, and partners are encouraged to attend.
This quarter’s meeting will focus on strengthening collective impact through shared priorities and practical action. Participants will engage in guided conversation to clarify and align around key topic areas, including:
- Program collaboration
- Data sharing and community impact
- Grant writing and fundraising
- Capacity building, including staffing and burnout
Following the discussion, attendees will break into action teams to continue work launched at previous meetings, including:
- Exploring the feasibility of a shared nonprofit resource hub
- Identifying shared storage and space opportunities
- Developing collaborative community events
- Advancing pooled marketing and outreach efforts
About the Central Kansas Nonprofit Network
The Central Kansas Nonprofit Network, a task force of Central Kansas Partnership, is a grassroots alliance of nonprofit organizations united by a shared mission: to build stronger, more connected communities through collaboration, education, and resource sharing. By fostering open communication, identifying common challenges, and aligning efforts, we aim to reduce duplication, improve access to services, and create greater collective impact across Central Kansas. With over 100 years of combined nonprofit experience, our members bring wisdom, passion, and dedication to the table—empowering one another through shared programming, joint initiatives, and mutual support.
“Where Collaboration Builds Stronger Communities”
