Project Wichita Vision Statement: Here in the heart of the heartland, we work together to create a vibrant region where people choose to live because we bravely seize opportunities and champion change, provide pathways to success, welcome our differences and invest in our future.

This vision, guided by vast community input, has never been more true than it is right now. While COVID-19 has led to sweeping changes and disruptions in nearly every aspect of daily life, the connected community we so often talk about is continuing all around us. It's visible in:

  • Small businesses and startups shifting their models to better serve the community 
  • School districts altering lesson plans to provide students with continuous learning
  • Volunteers coordinating efforts to deliver necessities to the most vulnerable
  • Organizations teaming up to form the COVID-19 Community Task Force
  • Countless other acts of service

Here are a few stories and initiatives that embody the spirit of Project Wichita. While this is only a sampling, we'll be sharing more through our social media channels in the weeks ahead.
Fund opens to support creatives
The fund provides rapid response grants to help bridge the severe lost wages that make many in our creative community vulnerable. Learn more.
Local nurses volunteer in Detroit
Seven nurses from Via Christi receive a hero's send-off as they depart for hard-hit Michigan during the COVID-19 crisis. Watch the video.
Virtual storytime launches locally
Wichita Public Schools debuts a unique way to help children, ages four through eight, increase 3rd grade reading proficiency. See the series.
Derby Library 3-D prints supplies
To address the growing need for PPE, the Derby Public Library is 3-D printing dozens of ear guards for medical workers. Read about the process.
WSU Tech freezes tuition
In an effort to encourage students to continue their education, the college announced it would lock tuition for the upcoming year. Find details.
United Way rallies community
To assist those most at risk, local businesses, organizations and individuals are contributing to the Pandemic Fund. Donate online.
Have another shining example of our connected community during COVID-19? Let us know and it could be featured on our social media channels.
Project Wichita is a community engagement process to identify what future we want for our home and the action plan necessary to achieve it.