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GIVING TUESDAY 2022

CHECK THE CKCF EVENTS CALENDAR FOR AREA OPPORTUNITIES

BE READY, BE RESILIENT

In late August, Central Kansas Community Foundation (CKCF) hosted a convening at Butler Community College for affiliate leadership, community partners and other interested parties to share information and opportunities associated with the most recent grant from the Funders Network.


Presenters for the event included: Jeff Kohler, Mennonite Disaster Service, Cari Cullen, Center for Disaster Philanthropy and Julie Stimson, Sedgwick County Emergency Management.


One important area of emphasis for the conversations that day was the emerging need for our communities to be aware of marginalized populations who are under-served during a time of disaster. Good conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion took place.


Represented affiliate foundations/communities learned about their eligibility for a $1,000 grant to use for within their area to support this important work.


Visit the CKCF Blog to read the full list of Grand Awards.

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YEAR-END GIVING REMINDERS

Year-End Giving Reminders

 

  • Donor Distributions: ASAP (was Nov. 1)
  • Stock Gifts: December 27
  • Wire Cash:  December 27
  • Online Contribution:       December 30
  • Check Contribution:        December 30 (received or postmarked)
  • IRA Distribution:              Contact your Advisor ASAP


Contact Angie Tatro, CEO, for stock and wiring instructions

angie@centralkansascf.org or 316-239-9451

AFFILIATE SPOTLIGHT

HESSTON CF CASINO PARTY


Friday night, November 11, Hesston Community Foundation hosted their first Casino Party fundraiser! There were approximately 100 people in attendance at the event. Wichita Casino Parties flawlessly executed the evening’s entertainment. The dealers were knowledgeable about the games and encouraged enthusiasm among the players. Because the games were simply for entertainment and education, everyone was a winner!


Chip counts were totaled at the end of the night and players entered to win the prize raffles, which included Apple AirPods and a 55’’ television. Heavy hors d'oeuvres were catered by Water’s Edge Restaurant and Catering and the evening featured a silent auction. Local sponsors responded generously to our call for support.


The highlight of the evening was gathering with our foundation family and new friends to support the organization. Former directors and board members as well as fund advisors and our donors were in attendance to enjoy the evening. The program called attention to their contribution to the foundation and highlighted recent successes. Russ Buller with Hesston Fire/EMS gave a short speech regarding the foundation’s purchase of their saws in the most recent grant cycle. Overall, the evening was very well received, and it looks like we might just have to put a date on the calendar for next year!

CKCF IS HIRING!

Consider joining our not for profit organization serving Central Kansas communities and charities. We are now hiring a Program Assistant. 


This position is support staff for our competitive Grant and Scholarships cycles.

VIEW FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
CKCF is excited to announce our NEW Interactive Calendar is now live on our website! You can view the entire month at a glance, hover over an event for a snapshot, or click on the event for ALL the details. CLICK HERE to try it now!
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