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Hutchinson Community Foundation Promotes Wendy Skellenger to Director of Communications and Development

Thursday, February 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community Foundation announces the promotion of Wendy Skellenger to director of communications and development.Skellenger joined the community foundation in 2018 as communications officer, helping expand awareness of the foundation’s mission and brand through marketing and storytelling.In her new role, she... Read More.

Nominations Open for USD 308 Classified Employee of the Year, Certified Employee of the Year, Davis Foundation Educator of the Year

Friday, February 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Public Schools has announced that nominations are open for the 2024-25 Classified Employee of the Year, Certified Employee of the Year, and the Davis Foundation Educator of the Year. "Salthawk staff are crucial to the success of Hutchinson Public Schools," the... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Annual Scholarship Application Period Now Open

Thursday, February 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community Foundation is encouraging qualifying high school seniors to begin applying for scholarships administered annually.The deadline to apply for the following scholarships is noon, March 28. Denny Hart Family Athletic ScholarshipThis scholarship is open to any Reno County graduating... Read More.

The Cosmosphere and the Mark Cuban Foundation Bring AI Education to Hutchinson Teens

Wednesday, February 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere is proud to partner with the Mark Cuban Foundation to bring the Foundation’s highly acclaimed Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp to Hutchinson. The program aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of AI and its applications for future careers.The two... Read More.

FHSU Department of Biological Sciences Awarded $385,971 National Science Foundation Grant

Monday, February 3

HAYS, Kan. — The Department of Biological Sciences at Fort Hays State University (FHSU) has been awarded a $385,971 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for their research project, "Uncovering Change Catalysts: Examining Community of Practice Members as They Leverage Individual Course Improvements... Read More.

Tabor College Receives $1.3 million Challenge Grant from Mabee Foundation

Friday, January 31

HILLSBORO, Kan. — Fundraising for the renovation of the former Mary J. Regier Building, and future home of business and entrepreneurship, reached a significant milestone with the announcement of a $1.3 million challenge grant from the Mabee Foundation. Tabor College must raise an additional... Read More.

Foundation to Host 12th Annual Match Week

Friday, January 31

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation’s (MCCF) annual Match Week will take place March 3-7. A match of up to $110,000 is available for participating organizations, thanks to the Community ‘Dream’ Fund and a gift from the Gaeddert Family Fund. This will... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation to Offer Free Tax Return Assistance

Friday, January 24

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is now accepting appointments for its newly launched Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Appointments will be available on select days from Feb. 10 through Mar. 31.The VITA program, operated by the IRS for over... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Announces Retirement of President & CEO Becky Goss

Monday, January 13

By McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) announced that its President and CEO, Becky Goss, will retire at the end of 2025. Goss, who has been with the Foundation since its inception in January 2001, has served... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Announces $2.5 for 25 Campaign

Thursday, January 9

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — 2026 marks a special milestone year for the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF), as it celebrates 25 years of service to McPherson County Communities. Over the years the Foundation has worked with organizations to create... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation to Celebrate 30 Years in 2025

Tuesday, December 31

By the Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Jan. 1, 2025, The Rice County Community Foundation (RCCF) is thrilled to announce that it will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025. This milestone represents three decades of giving, community building, and philanthropic efforts... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Grants more than $48K to Reno County Projects

Monday, December 23

By Wendy Skellenger, Hutchinson Community Foundation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At Hutchinson Community Foundation’s UPLIFT 2024, the goals for the evening were to have fun and inspire.And with nearly 80 guests in attendance at the first-annual event on Nov. 12, a live performance from local musician... Read More.