TABLE of CONTENTS
Contents
GiveNow - Newton | A Charities Wish Book Page 3 Giving Tuesday Page 4
CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS
Agape Resource Center Page 5 American Cancer Society - Relay for Life Page 6 Caring Hands Humane Society Page 7 Carriage Factory Art Gallery Page 8 CASA: A Voice for Children Page 9 Central Kansas Community Foundation Page 10 Friends of Harvey County ERT, Inc. Page 11 Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland Page 12 Harvey County Big Brothers, Big Sisters Page 13 Harvey County Habitat for Humanity Page 14 Harvey County Health Department Page 15 Harvey County Historical Museum Page 16 Harvey County Homeless Shelter Page 17 Harvey County United Way Page 18 Health Ministries Clinic Page 19 Heart to Heart Child Advocacy Center Page 20 Kauffman Museum Page 21 Kidron Bethel Village Page 22 Newton Medical Center Page 23 Newton Mid-Kansas Symphony Orchestra Assoc. Page 24 Newton - USD 373 Page 25-26 Newton Meals on Wheels Page 27 Peace Connections Page 28 Prairie View, Inc. Page 29-30 Second Century Library Foundation Page 31 Trinity Heights Respite Care Page 32 Wichita Fellowship Club Page 33
ABOUT CENTRAL KANSAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Leave A Legacy Page 34 Central Kansas Kids FUNd Page 35 Women’s Community Fund Page 36 Foundation Fund List Page 37- 40 Foundation Board of Directors | Staff Page 41 GiveNow - Giving Cards Page 42 GiveNow - Newton | A CharitiesWish Book 3
The 2015-16 Charities Wish Book is a call to action. Central non-profit organizations. For our pilot, this edition of the Kansas Community Foundation (CKCF) is sponsoring this giving catalog is focused on Newton serving charities, this catalog of needs from our local participating charities includes those participating charities actually located in serving Newton. While CKCF serves the Central Kansas Newton as well as those that serve persons from Newton. region, this pilot project is centered on Newton-based All Newton charities that have funds in the Foundation charities, as well as those in the immediate surrounding were invited to participate in this year’s catalog along area that service Newton, Kansas. CKCF is dedicated to with others to which CKCF makes grants and yet others building stronger communities and this GiveNow in the community that providing meaningful charitable campaign is a combination of the Charities Wish Book service. and Giving Tuesday. Supporting the needs of our local charities through in-kind, tangible donations as well as The primary work of the CKCF with local charities is to cash gifts of all sizes makes a difference. Look inside to create funds that will provide ongoing financial support find a charity need you can fill. Together we can make a to the charity for years to come. Contributions of any size difference! are welcome additions to these organizations. Please note for each charity the way in which to send your donations. What is Central Kansas Community Foundation? If CKCF is noted for receipt of the contribution, please Central Kansas Community Foundation – Building Stronger send your gift to CKCF at 301 N. Main, Suite 200, Newton, Communities through Charitable Giving! KS 67114; otherwise the address to direct your contributions is noted on their page herein - plus we have Central Kansas Community Foundation is a not for profit, an online donation option at www.centralkansascf.org. 501 (c) (3) charitable entity based in Newton, Kansas. CKCF holds a permanent collection of funds designed to In addition to our work as the endowment arm for local link donors with charitable causes. The CKCF promotes charities, the Foundation also provides quality and supports charitable giving by assisting individuals, educational workshops on topics such as fundraising, families and organizations in the creation of charitable grant writing and board development. The Foundation funds; building resources to provide for unmet also supports local nonprofits through our grant mak- community needs; making grants to charitable causes ing. Each year CKCF takes applications in Newton for the and providing a platform for long-term charitable Central Kansas Kids FUNd in the spring and the Women’s initiatives that focus on building stronger communities. Community Foundation late summer. Together with donors, the Foundation works to enhance all areas of life including, but not limited to, education, CommunityFoundation environment, civic and human services, health care and the arts. Affiliates The Central Kansas Community Foundation was Central Kansas incorporated in 1995 and has grown in assets to more Community Foundation – Butler than $19 million. The Foundation presently manages County | Augusta Community more than 350 funds including scholarships, donor advised funds, designated funds, unrestricted funds and Foundation | Douglass Community organizational endowments. Foundation | El Dorado Community Foundation | Elk County Community Foundation | Florence The Foundation also has 19 affiliate foundations that Community Foundation | Franklin D. Gaines & Beverly J. include three non-community and 16 community Tipton Foundation | Fredonia Area Community Foundations. Foundation | Goessel Community Foundation | Halstead Community Foundation | Hesston Community Foundation The Foundation is proud of making a significant Hillsboro Community Foundation | North Newton community impact by granting more than $16 million Community Foundation | Peabody Community since its inception. Foundation | Second Century Library Foundation – Newton | Trinity Heights United Methodist Church How does the Foundation work with local charities? Foundation | Walton Rural Life Center Charter This giving catalog for 2015-16 is a pilot project and is School Foundation | Valley Center Community one additional benefit the Foundation offers to local Foundation | Whitewater Community Foundation GiveNow - Newton | GivingTuesday 4
#GivingTuesday inspires personal philanthropy and encourages bigger, better and smarter charitable giving during the holiday season, showing that the world truly Get Involved gives as good as it gets. 1) Like Us on FaceBook: The fourth annual #GivingTuesday will take place on December 1, 2015. https://www.facebook.com/Central-Kansas- Community-Foundation 2015 is GiveNow – Newton’s First Year! 2016 Date is already set for November 29, 2016! 2) Follow Us on Twitter: CKCF @CentralKansasCF
On Tuesday, December 1, 2015, we are part of a call to 3) Read our Blog on our website: action that will change the calendar and help make www.centralkansascf.org history. We are celebrating a day dedicated to giving – when charities, families, businesses, community centers, For additional information, please visit the students, retailers and more will all come together for website at www.centralkansascf.org under the #GivingTuesday – a movement to celebrate giving and Events Button at the top of our home page, more encourage more, better and smarter giving during the details will be posted as Giving Tuesday holiday season that we are proud to be part of. approaches.
In 2014, more than 27,000 partners in over 68 countries participated in the movement. Through the power of Central Kansas Community Foundation social media, more than 15.4 Billion people helped spread the word, resulting in milestone trending on Twitter and 301 N. Main, Suite 200 most importantly, a tremendous increase in donations. Newton, KS 67114 316.283.5474 The 2015-16 Charities Wish Book is the first step CKCF [email protected] took in preparation for Giving Tuesday. AGAPE Resource CENTER 5
COMMUNITY Impact The community impact of our organization is that many people are fed and clothed that otherwise would not be because they can’t afford to even buy clothes from the thrift stores and don’t have adequate funds to buy food. We also have organizations such as Mirror, Inc., that bring in their clients who are in need of clothing and can’t get it anywhere else.
DROP-OFF LOCATION | 116 E 6th. Large LIST donations please bring to back door. All Wish donations are tax deductible. • Monetary donations for operating expenses • Monetary donations to buy food for our pantry • Food donations for our pantry, including hygiene products • A large entity that could support us financially, such as a church, business, etc. • People interested in serving on our board of directors • A grant writer • Individuals or businesses that would do food drives for us year round
Fast FACTS Agape is operated totally by volunteers from the members of the board to the people who need to do community service hours to Mission people who just want something to do for an STATEMENT hour or so. The majority of the people we serve are the no income to low income individuals who Our mission is to offer a hand up to Contact are unable to even pay for the basic low-income Harvey County residents by Carol Gibbens needs of life such as food and clothing. providing the basic necessities of life [email protected] without charge, in an encouraging, Christian environment 116 E 6th Newton, KS 67114 (316) 283-1600 www.gofundme/4ookmo AMERICAN Cancer SOCIETY - RELAY for LIFE 6
COMMUNITY Impact The American Cancer Society is fighting for every life threatened by every cancer, in every community. Through support of the Relay For Life movement, dollars contruibute to: Look Good…Feel Better® This free service teaches women battling cancer Research- beauty techniques to help them improve their For more than 65 years, the American Cancer appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and Society has been finding answers that save lives - from radiation treatments. Volunteer beauty professionals changes in lifestyle to new approaches in therapies demonstrate makeup techniques, nail care, skin care, to improving cancer patients’ quality of life. No single and options related to hair loss. nongovernmental, not-for-profit organization in the US has invested more to find the causes and cures of Reach To Recovery® cancer. Our Reach To Recovery support program matches specially trained breast cancer survivors with people Hope Lodge® who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and Where to stay and how to afford accommodations are want to talk to someone who has been there. These immediate concerns for cancer patients who must dedicated volunteers offer understanding, support, travel away from home for the best treatment. and hope. American Cancer Society Hope Lodge facilities provide a free and comfortable place for patients and their caregivers to stay, so they can focus on getting well. LIST Road To Recovery® Wish Cancer patients frequently cite transportation to and from treatment as one of their most critical needs. The • Donations American Cancer Society Road To Recovery program • Volunteers matches cancer patients with specially trained • Business sponsorships volunteer drivers.
DROP-OFF LOCATION | 330 S. Main, Ste. 100, Wichita, Kansas 67202
Fast FACTS The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is the world’s largest fundraising event to fight every cancer in every community.
Rallying the passion of 4 million people Mission worldwide, Relay For Life events raise critical STATEMENT funds that help fuel the mission of the American We are committed to helping people Contact Cancer Society, an organization that touches so get well, stay well, find cures, and fight many lives - those who are currently battling back against cancer. Bryn Shaffer cancer, those who may face a diagnosis in the [email protected] future, and those who may avoid a diagnosis Serving Newton. 330 S. Main, Ste. 100 altogether thanks to education, Wichita, Kansas 67202 prevention and early detection. (316) 616-6506 www.relayforlife.org/harveycoks CARING Hands HUMANE Society 7
COMMUNITY Impact Caring Hands Humane Society is a viable organization impacting the community in many ways, including the direct impact the animal population has on the environment and placement of animals with families • Post-It Notes and individuals. Around 50 percent of our adopting • Camera for stills and video families come from outside of our community, thus • Adult Volunteers impacting areas of retail, hotel, dining and commerce. • Outside play equipment for Dogs • Printer Cartridges for HP CP2025 Printer • Printer cartridges for Epson Stylus Photo R2000 Printer LIST • Small Portable Bissel Cleaner Wish • Card Reader for Various Media (SD, Compact, etc.) • Laptop for front Counter • Rawhides • Paper Trimmer • Purina Dog Chow • Paper Shredder • Purina Cat Chow • Laminator • Kitten Food • Cash Donations for Dog Park • Puppy Food • Canned Cat Food • Canned Dog Food • Black Sharpies DROP-OFF LOCATION | Caring Hands Humane • Wet Table for Vet Tech Society, 1400 SE 3rd, Newton, Kansas 67114 • CBC Chem Machine (blood Machine) • Scrubs (sets) • Lap top for Vet Techs • Ink Pens (black or blue)
Fast FACTS We are an organization serving Harvey County with the care of the animal population in placement, medical and upkeep. We service the animals and the Mission community at large by caring for misplaced, STATEMENT abandoned and otherwise needy animals of all
kinds, but chiefly dogs and cats. Our mission, through the promotion Contact of education in basic humane animal care, Randall Stephenson We have a robust volunteer program serving is to relieve animal suffering and approximately 45 children and 50 adults, the prevent cruelty to animals. [email protected] children commit to an after school 1400 SE 3rd Street schedule and are some of our most Newton, Kansas 67114 valuable assets, as they care for the (316) 283-0839 animals and become our www.caringhandshs.org advocates. CARRIAGE Factory ART Gallery 8
COMMUNITY Impact Provides opportunities for all ages to gather, learn, experience, perform, share, and celebrate the arts. Collaborates with area organizations to provide rental space and logistical support for their fundraisers. Participates in and promotes community events such • Front entry floor runner as the Spring into the Arts Festival, Five Places of • Contributions to the Carriage Factory Gallery Christmas, Taste of Christmas, Art & Music in the Heart Endowment Fund managed by CKCF. of Newton, etc. Members and supporters of the • Flowers for special events in the gallery Newton Area Chamber of Commerce, Newton • Gift certificates and donated items/services for “Love Convention & Visitors Bureau, Newton Area Arts Your Gallery” fundraiser auction in February Council, and the South Central Kansas Tourism Region. Distributes an art scholarship annually to a Newton High School student to study the arts in college. FUNDS MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate Carriage Factory Gallery Endowment (d) LIST Newton Fine Arts Association Endowment (d) Wish Newton Fine Arts Agency Fund (a) (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to • Volunteers to help with receptions and special this organization before being placed in this fund events, post flyers around Newton, shovel snow, (d) - Designated Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be beautify gallery’s courtyard park, care for the placed in this fund for you fountain, clean the gallery, paint pedestals, paint restrooms. DROP-OFF LOCATION | Carriage Factory Art • Vacuum cleaner Gallery, 128 E. Sixth St., Newton, KS 67114 • New flooring for kitchen and 2 restrooms • Canvas easels of any size
Fast FACTS Started as Newton Fine Arts Association in 1968 - Located at the site of a carriage factory founded in 1883. Provides Mission opportunities to learn, experience, perform, STATEMENT share, and celebrate the arts. Provides rental space for 50 area artists to showcase their work. To celebrate the power of art to spark Contact Offers six new art exhibits annually in the main the imagination, enlighten thought, and Cindy Snider gallery. Offers art classes every month and is provide enjoyment; to help integrate art [email protected] a gathering place for artists various times into the lives of people of all ages throughout the week and month. throughout South Central Kansas. 128 E 6th St Newton, Kansas 67114 (316) 284-2749 www.carriagefactoryartgallery.com CASA: AVoice FOR Children 9
COMMUNITY Impact Among many other significant improvements in the lives of children with a CASA volunteer present in their lives, more that 90% of children with CASA volunteer will never reenter the child welfare system. This is a LIST significant difference compared to the general foster Wish care population. • Hanging file folders MARY’S STORY • File folders • 2 collapsible 6 ft. tables Mary is a 14 year old who has been in and out of foster • 4 light weight 4 ft. tables care since she was 6, primarily due to her father’s • Gently used wooden chairs of all kinds (kitchen, substance abuse issues and unstable life style. Her child rockers, bar stools, etc.) mother died when she was a baby. A CASA volunteer • Donations for CASA A Voice for Children Endowment was appointed for Mary and was a constant person in through Central Kansas Community Foundation her life for over a year and a half. The CASA volunteer advocated for Mary to have exposure to educational • 2 Desk Chairs opportunities beyond high school and for her future. • Bottled Water • Individual Wrapped Snacks When Mary’s father relinquished his parental rights • Printable Tab Dividers - Avery 11447 Mary expressed interest in being adopted by her foster • 1 1/2 Inch 3 Ring Binders parents whom she had lived with on and off while • White Card Stock she was in foster care. The CASA volunteer expressed Mary’s wishes to the judge as well as the CASA’s obser- vation of the bond between Mary and foster parents. FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate This information assisted the judge and caseworker in making an informed decision. The adoption was final- CASA: A Voice for Children Inc Fund (a) ized before Christmas and Mary was able to celebrate (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to the holiday season with her forever home. this organization before being placed in this fund
DROP-OFF LOCATION | All tangible gifts can be delivered to the CASA office - CASA A Voice for Children, Inc., Harvey County Court House, 800 N Main, Ste. 206, Newton, KS 67114 Fast FACTS CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. Judges appoint CASA volunteers to represent the best interests of children who Mission have been removed from their homes due to STATEMENT abuse or neglect. The CASA volunteers make sure that the child does not get lost in the legal To provide specially selected and Contact and social service system, or languish in a foster trained community volunteers to advocate Sandra Bradley home. The same volunteer stays on the case for abused and neglected children in the [email protected] until the child is placed in a safe permanent pursuit of safe and permanent homes. home. The local CASA organization serves 800 N Main | PO Box 687 Harvey and McPherson Counties. Newton, KS 67114 (316) 284-6909 www.9thcasa.org CENTRAL Kansas COMMUNITY Foundation 10
COMMUNITY Impact In the past 20 years, CKCF has made a $16M impact with grants and scholarships in our region. Our donors - individuals, families and businesses - have made it needs and makes distributions to benefit projects or possible to grant to projects and programs that feed causes in that specified area. the hungry, shelter the homeless, provide skills to • A Scholarship Fund is established to support parents, expose youth to the fine arts and so much individual students in their educational endeavors. more. As the donor, you may help designate the criteria used in selecting recipients of the scholarship funds. Consider Starting a Fund for What Matters to You! Many donors - individuals, families or businesses – may wish to establish a new endowment with Central GIVE NOW Kansas Community Foundation. An endowment is a CKCF can accept a wide variety of outright gifts fund in which the principal is invested in perpetuity including cash, securities – stocks, bonds and and only the income generated is distributed annually. mutual funds, grain, personal property, life This allows your gift to benefit our community forever. insurance and real estate. What a legacy! GIVE LATER Below are several options for donors wishing to Including the CKCF in your estate plan is an easy start a new fund: way for you to make a significant impact on community needs and create a legacy that lasts • A Designated Fund is established for a specific forever. You can use a variety of assets to make organization, fund, or charitable purpose of your a planned gift and accomplish your charitable choice. goals. Bequests. Life Insurance. Retirement Plans. • Donor-Advised Funds allow you to make recommen- dations on distributions on an annual basis. DONATIONS TO ANY EXISTING CKCF FUNDS | • A Field of Interest Fund enables you to specify an Click Here to Donate area of interest, such as education or the arts. The SUPPORT CKCF’S MISSION foundation board of trustees reviews community CKCF Operating Fund – Click Here to Donate DROP-OFF LOCATION | CKCF, Old Mill, 301 N. Main, Suite 200, Newton, KS 67114 | Call-Ahead (316) 283-5474
Fast FACTS Building Stronger Communities! National Standards since 2010 Manage over 358 Funds Mission Assets Under Management = $19M STATEMENT Invested in Higher Education 19 Affilliates Building Stronger Communities Contact Through Charitable Giving Angie Tatro Central Kansas Community Foundation is [email protected] the host foundation, serving Newton and the greater Central Kansas region. 301 North Main Street, Suite 200 Newton, KS 67114 (316) 283-5474 www.centralkansascf.org FRIENDS OF Harvey CountyERT, INC. 11
COMMUNITY Impact The Friends of Harvey County ERT Inc. is made up of Emergency Services Personnel who are a part of a Police Tactical Team (SWAT) and their families.
In addition to raising funds to help the SWAT team, we are creating a multi-use training center to better prepare emergency services personnel for critical call-outs. The training center will also be open to the community as a • Projector / Screen venue for classes focusing on helping families transition • Building Supplies out of poverty. The On-Track Training Center will hope- • Labor fully be opening in the spring of 2017. • Children’s games / activity table • Office Furniture The Friends of Harvey County ERT Inc. has acquired • Advertisement Space a home which they will be renovating with hopes of providing it to a family in need of a permanent residence. The TORCH program (Tactical Officers Reinvesting in DROP-OFF LOCATION | Tangible Donations can Community Housing) is scheduled to begin in mid 2017. be dropped off at: 209 S. Pine Street, Newton, KS 67114, (Please call Bryan Hall prior to schedule a drop off time.) LIST Wish Cash Donations can be made at the local Bank of the West office(100 W. 12th St. Newton), • Donations • Dressers by visiting our Razoo account (https://www. • Desks • Tables razoo.com/story/Friends-Of-Harvey-County-Ert) • Beds • Chairs or they can be dropped off at the Newton Police • Couches • Copy Paper Department c/o Lt. Bryan L. Hall)
Fast FACTS The Friends of Harvey County ERT Inc. has been raising funds for the Harvey County Emergency Response Team for the Mission last 25 years. The men and women of Harvey STATEMENT County ERT have risked their lives to resolve critical incidents safely for everyone involved, Our goal is to support the mission of the Contact saving both victim’ and suspect’s lives. Harvey County Emergency Response Team by providing funding for training, Bryan Hall equipment, and support needs. In addition [email protected] we hope to bridge the social divide between Law Enforcement and the 209 S. Pine St. community they serve through Newton, KS 67114 outreach programs focused on crime (316) 288-9490 prevention through community www.facebook.com/ empowerment. HarveyCountyERT Girl Scouts OF Kansas Heartland 12
COMMUNITY Impact Community service is an integral part of the GSLE. Through community service, girls contribute to the improvement of society through their abilities, leadership skills, and cooperation with others. In 2015, girls in Newton completed community service projects Wish LIST such as collecting reusable bags to distribute in the community to decrease the use of plastic shopping • GSKH is requesting $2,500 to replace 50 metal bags and volunteering as bell ringers for Salvation folding chairs in the Newton Little House with Army during the holidays. stacking chairs. The metal folding chairs are 50 years old and are starting to fall apart. Stacking chairs will An April 2012 study released by the Girl Scout take up less space and do less damage to the floors. Research Institute, Girl Scouting Works: The Alumnae • Additionally, GSKH is seeking adult volunteers to Impact Study, examined the long-term impact and assist with Girl Scout programming in the Newton effect of Girl Scouting by comparing Girl Scout area. As a volunteer, you’ll introduce girls to new alumnae and non-alumnae on several indicators of experiences that show them they’re capable of more success. Results concluded that when compared to than they ever imagined. You’ll be their cheerleader, non-alumnae, Girl Scout alumnae display significantly guide, and mentor, helping them develop skills more positive life outcomes on several indicators of and confidence that will last a lifetime. Imagine the success, including: sense of self, achievement of life smiles, the excitement, the memories made—those goals, leadership, volunteerism and community work, are the moments you’ll share at Girl Scouts. civic engagement, education, and income/socioeconomic status. DROP-OFF LOCATION | Cash and tangible donations can be coordinated through Kelly Leonard, [email protected] or 316-684-6531.
Volunteer opportunities can be coordinated through [email protected] or 316-684-6831.
Fast FACTS Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland (GSKH) serves more than 15,000 girls and adults in 80 Kansas counties - developing their potential Mission as citizens and leaders, and encouraging them STATEMENT to work together to improve their communities. In 2015, GSKH served 100 girls and 23 adults in The mission of Girl Scouts of Kansas Contact Newton through our Youth Leadership Heartland is to build girls of courage, Amanda Hill Development program. confidence, and character who make the [email protected] world a better place. 360 Lexington Rd Wichita, KS 67216 (316) 684-6531 www.kansasgirlscouts.org HARVEY COUNTY Big Brothers, Big Sisters 13
COMMUNITY Impact A nationwide Big Brothers Big Sisters study found that one-to-one relationships are the driving force behind the impact on children, with long-lasting effects on children’s confidence, grades and social skills. The study fouond the BBBS “LITTLES” are FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Harvey County 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs Endowment Fund (a) 27% less likely to use alcohol 52% less likely to skip school (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to this organization before being placed in this fund
In Harvey County, the organization sets a good DROP-OFF LOCATION | 114 W. 6th St, Newton, example of people stepping forward to mentor others. KS 67114 The majority of children come from single-parent homes, many below the poverty level. A member organization of Harvey County United Way.
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• Printing of brochures and flyers for community awareness and volunteer recruiting • Projector for presentations and volunteer training • Large plastic tubs for storage of event items • Volunteers to be Bigs
Fast FACTS 40th anniversary of serving Harvey Co. Serving at-risk children ages 5-17 in school-based and community-based Mission programs. Serving 143 children during 2015. STATEMENT BBBS National Standards of Excellence require Provide children facing adversity with Contact extensive screening of volunteers. strong and enduring, professionally Paula Smith supported one-to-one relationships that [email protected] change their lives for the better, forever. 114 W. 6th St. | PO Box 1143 Newton, KS 67114 (316) 283-0070 www.kansasbigs.org HARVEY COUNTY Habitat FOR Humanity 14
COMMUNITY Impact Our group takes an empty lot or a lot with a dilapidated house and builds a safe and efficient home for a family that is currently in substandard housing. This home is then placed on the tax roles at normal tax rates. FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate We provide an opportunity for community members Habitat for Humanity (a) from all walks of life to come together and accomplish (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to this together. this organization before being placed in this fund
DROP-OFF LOCATION | Donations can be Wish LIST dropped off at 2309 S Kansas in Newton.
• Volunteers for: Marketing (video production) Fundraising Home Building • Home building sites • Funding for new home construction. The cost to build a new home is about $80 per square foot. We suggest that individuals support our new home program by donating monies for 1 to 100 square feet.
Fast FACTS Harvey County Habitat for Humanity has been building homes in Harvey County since 1996. We provide affordable housing for Mission families that are currently in substandard STATEMENT housing and not able to purchase a home through normal channels. Harvey County Habitat for Humanity Contact transforms lives by partnering with Ken Hall Our home building events are a community families and communities to build activity that bring many community members [email protected] affordable, efficient, quality built homes. together to accomplish this goal. We not only We provide education and support to provide a safe and efficient home for the PO Box 1015 homeowners but a sense of coming empower families with the opportunity Newton, KS 67114 together as a community. for successful home ownership. (316) 215-1039 HARVEY COUNTY Health Department 15
COMMUNITY Impact Harvey County Health Department works to prevent, promote and protect the public’s health. We monitor the Community Health Improvement Plan and work with partners to reduce chronic diseases, increase providers’ communication and improve young people’s health in our county. LIST Many activities conducted at the health department are Wish preventative in nature. Assisting a pregnant women • Diapers - any and all sizes. Used for the many infant with prenatal vitamins and education about and toddler appointments for WIC and general visits. keeping herself and baby safe, providing a new mom • Baby wipes - sensitive skin type with a postpartum depression screening and • Disinfectant wipes (ie Clorox) referral as needed as well as healthy lifestyle choices • SurfacePro laptop computer - touch screen/ and providing immunizations through the ages to protect themselves and the community as a whole are keyboard a few examples of the impact the health department • Donations to the Healthy Harvey Coalition (creating makes on the community. a more walkable and bike-able Harvey County)
WIC - Women, Infants and Children- program serves at least 800 individuals each month. Nutrition education DROP-OFF LOCATION | Pine Street Health for families who qualify is free and provides financial Services, 215 South Pine St., 2nd floor, Newton, assistance to purchase healthy food for pregnant and KS 67114 postpartum women, babies and children to age 5.
With the move to the Pine Street Health Services building, we collaborate more readily with Health Ministries Clinic and Prairie View for better health outreach to the county’s residents.
Fast FACTS We are the leading agency for disease investigations for the county. WIC nutritional program is provided to at least 800 individuals Mission per month through the health department. In STATEMENT 2014 we provided 6,642 immunizations. Off- site flu clinics are offered October - November Harvey County Health Department is Contact throughout the county. The health department is committed to protecting the public’s the home of the Healthy Harvey Coalition. Child- Lynnette Redington health and environment, preventing [email protected] care licensing is monitored by our disease, and promoting healthy living. department. Emergency Preparedness is handled from the health department. We 215 S. Pine Street, 2nd Floor test, monitor and treat those with Newton, KS 67114 tuberculosis. We offer STD testing (316) 283-1637 and education. www.harveycounty.com HARVEY COUNTY Historical Museum 16
COMMUNITY Impact HCHM impacts the community by using history to engage people in conversations about today and tomorrow, encouraging interaction across the generations, and challenging community members to think critically about issues and have civil discourse together.
Wish LIST FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate Harvey County Historical Museum • Sponsorship of programs, such as Dr. Antonia Agency Fund (a) Delgado presenting “Early Mexican Settlements in Railroad Boxcar Communities, the Midwest Region” (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to this organization before being placed in this fund and “Five Places of Christmas,” our annual open house in collaboration with other area attractions DROP-OFF LOCATION | Mailing: PO Box 4, • Donations for archival quality storage materials for Newton, KS 67114 | Objects or cash: 203 N. maps, photos, papers and textiles Main, Newton | Credit card donations: hchm.org • Donations to add to the microfilm collection of county newspapers • Donations in support of renovation projects of our 1903 building
Fast FACTS Serving the people of Harvey County and beyond with programs, exhibits (both on-site and on-line), research services, an extensive Mission photo collection and more. Read our “Voices of STATEMENT Harvey County” blog and find us on Facebook for interactive conversations about our The Harvey County Historical Museum & Contact community. Archives celebrates a common history Debra Hiebert and culturally diverse community by [email protected] sharing stories of the past, experiences of the present and possibilities for the future PO Box 4 | 203 N. Main through the creative and dynamic Newton, Kansas 67114 exploration of objects, documents (316) 283-2221 and photos. www.hchm.org HARVEY COUNTY Homeless Shelter 17
COMMUNITY Impact One of the goals of the Harvey County Homeless Shelter, Inc. is to work with people so that they may leave our agency with the tools needed to be active and productive citizens in the community. Our vision is: Following Christ, Building the Community. Through this vision we maintain our integrity as a Christian faith-based organization that unites the local church into one body. This body is then united with our DROP-OFF LOCATION | 900 West Broadway, residents and we form a community that supports one Building 7, Newton, KS 67114 another on the path of life. The Harvey County Homeless Shelter, Inc. is a mutual ministry in which board, staff, volunteers, and residents are pulled into community as we grow in our understanding and love of Christ.
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• Flat screen television-over 50” • 4 vacuum cleaners • 3 DVD players • 13 Box fans • Computer tower • Operational funds • Shift volunteers
Fast FACTS The Harvey County Homeless Shelter, Inc. is a privately funded Christian shelter for homeless men, women, and families from Mission the Harvey County area. STATEMENT The mission of the Harvey County Contact Homeless Shelter, Inc. is to provide a James Wilson sanctuary for those experiencing [email protected] homelessness in the Harvey County area by uniting the local church into a nurturing 900 West Broadway, Building 7 community which restores hope through Newton, Kansas 67114 a growing relationship with Christ. (316) 283-7711 www.hchs-ks.com HARVEY COUNTYUnited Way 18
COMMUNITY Impact Impact. Improve. Invest. Those are the three words the board uses to describe the work of Harvey County United Way. to third grade reading proficiency, which has a direct Impact A Life - On average, the programs receiving link to high school graduation rates. By providing a book funding from Harvey County United Way provide direct to every child, Harvey County United Way is making an services to approximately 1/3 of the county’s population investment today which will be felt two decades later, as each year. Services range from meeting basic needs to those high school graduates enter the workforce, bridging out of poverty. become parents, and contribute to making this a healthier more vital community. Improve A Condition - Funded programs must also exhibit short-term, intermediate and long-term out- comes of their work. Requiring outcomes ensures that LIST the investment of donor dollars is not just meeting an Wish immediate need of a single person in a single incidence. It means that the community condition is changed by • Donations - Annual Campaign improving the education, health and income stability of • Donations - Literacy Initiative - $26/year covers the not just that one person, but everyone else. cost of providing a book for one child • Donations - Endowment (held by CKCF) Invest in the Future - The recently launched Literacy • Volunteers - Committee and special events Initiative is a major investment by board of directors in • Advocates the future of Harvey County. One primary example is the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which provides every child living in Harvey County a book mailed direct to FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate his/her home every month from birth to the child’s fifth birthday. The program has proven results, by The Harvey County United Way Fund (a) dramatically improving Kindergarten readiness rates. (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to Evidence shows Kindergarten readiness has a direct link this organization before being placed in this fund
DROP-OFF LOCATION | Harvey County United Way office, 103 E Broadway, Newton, KS 67114
Fast FACTS Harvey County United Way is an independent, non-profit organization, employing only one full-time staff person a Mission workforce of board and committee volunteers. STATEMENT Donations are strategically invested in programs improving the community condition Mobilizing communities to make Contact as it relates to Education, Health and Income lasting changes that improve lives. Stability - the building blocks of a good life. Tina Payne Harvey County United Way has three main It is the role of Harvey County United Way [email protected] areas of work - Community Investment, to identify a community need and bring the area partners, stakeholders and 103 E Broadway Special Projects and Community consituents together to address it. Impact. Newton, KS 67114 (316) 283-7101 www.harveyunitedway.org HEALTHMinistriesCLINIC 19
COMMUNITY Impact Health Ministries Clinic offers primary medical, dental and behavioral health services in an integrated setting. We are passionate about ensuring that everyone in our community has access to quality health care. To help FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate eliminate barriers to care we offer all of our services on a sliding fee scale to patients who are at or below 200% of Health Ministries Clinic of Harvey County Federal Poverty Level. In addition, this year we also began Endowment Fund (a) providing transportation services to address another (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to identified barrier to care. We appreciate the opportunity this organization before being placed in this fund we have to collaborate with so many wonderful local agencies and partners to increase the quality of life in our DROP-OFF LOCATION | Main Clinic location: 215 community. South Pine, Newton, KS 67114. Donations can be sent to the attention of Matthew Schmidt, Executive Director Wish LIST • Donations targeted to help us enhance/expand our laboratory services at both locations. • Donations targeted to help us acquire radiology services at both locations • Children’s books that can be given away to pediatric patients • A second van for patient transportation • Donations to the Health Ministries Clinic endowment managed by CKCF
Fast FACTS We provide medical, dental and behavioral health services. Last year we served over 3,200 patients and had Mission approximately 10,500 visits. We also STATEMENT provided school based oral health screenings to over 3,000 students in To promote and improve the quality Contact Harvey Co. of life by providing integrated healthcare services to the entire community in the Matthew Schmidt [email protected] We just opened up a new name and spirit of Christ. clinic in Halstead. 215 South Pine Newton, KS 67114 (316) 283-6103 www.hmcks.org Heart TO Heart CHILD AdvocacyCENTER 20
COMMUNITY Impact By creating Heart to Heart, children who had been abused can come to a center that is child friendly, with resources available for the child and the child’s non- offending family. Heart to Heart relies on a multidis- LIST ciplinary response to child abuse which includes law Wish enforcement, child protective services, mental health • Cash for ongoing training of staff members in best providers, and school staff. Instead of numerous inter- practices for forensic interviewing techniques and views by various agencies, those agencies joined in a victim assistance team effort, so the child would be interviewed by only • Digital clock for the interview room one person. It is the goal of Heart to Heart to provide • Two sturdy chairs for the interview room the necessary services, resources and compassion • Alarm system for the front and back doors of the for children and the families who come to the center agency reporting abuse. • Color printer for printing brochures, business cards, etc. Each year, Heart to Heart serves 130-160 children in • DVDs for recording interviews Harvey, Marion, and McPherson Counties. Approxi- • Copy paper mately 2/3 of that number is Harvey County alone. In • Easel paper addition to serving children and their non-offending • Manila folders (3 tab) caregivers, we provide community outreach to pro- • Healthy snacks for families that must come in over vide education about preventing child abuse, man- the dinner hour dated reporting, etc. • Gift cards for food/gas for families who drive to our agency from a distance at their own expense • Volunteers for various fundraising events
DROP-OFF LOCATION | Heart to Heart CAC, 702 N Main, Newton KS
Fast FACTS Since opening the doors at Heart to Heart in August 2001, over 900 children have come to the Center making reports of abuse. Many of Mission those cases have resulted in arrests, warrants and STATEMENT convictions. Dedicated to effectively and efficiently Contact Staff includes a full time executive director, a part serve child victims of abuse and assist local Dede Trumble time child advocate, and a part time file clerk. communities in responding to allegations of [email protected] child abuse. 702 N Main Newton, Kansas 67114 (316) 804-4603 www.hearttoheartcac.com KAUFFMAN Museum 21
COMMUNITY Impact Kauffman Museum provides educational programming for people of all ages. Uncle Carl’s Camps and school field trip programs introduce children to the history and culture of South-Central Kansas. Collaborative curriculums with Bethel College encourage college students to make critical connections between past traditions and contemporary practices and provide internships and professional development LIST opportunities. Sunday-Afternoon-at-the-Museum Wish events bring speakers and scholars to the museum to • Donations to our fund: Bring Back the Buses (to explore special exhibit themes and foster opportunities provide reimbursement for transportation costs for for lifelong learning. Our annual Kansas Day celebration school field trips which have declined 5 percent in draws hundreds of visitors to the community to recent years due to budget cuts) commemorate the founding of the state.
The museum organizes educational programs for DROP-OFF LOCATION | Checks can be mailed children, college students, adults and intergenerational to the museum. Credit card donations can be audiences and shares museum resources with other phoned in or can be processed in the museum communities through professional consultations, store. Cash donations can be accepted at the research, publication, and traveling exhibitions. museum store. Kauffman Museum serves approximately 7,000 visitors annually.
Fast FACTS The museum: Provides permanent and special exhibitions that interpret human and natural history. Collects artifacts from and Mission stories about Mennonite people to illuminate STATEMENT universal themes of beliefs, identity, adaptation and change. The mission of Kauffman Museum is to Contact foster learning experiences rich in artifacts Annette LeZotte that promote aesthetic appreciation of, [email protected] critical thinking about and reflection on the people and the natural environment of the 300 East 27th Street central prairies, with emphasis on the North Newton, Kansas 67117 story of the Mennonites. (316) 283-1612 www.bethelks.edu/kauffman KIDRON Bethel VILLAGE 22
COMMUNITY Impact Kidron Bethel Village has been serving the retirement needs of the Newton and North Newton communities for nearly 90 years by providing personalized care with Christian compassion to all residents on our campus. • Items to benefit Assisted Living Residents: Glass microwaveable bowls for Recipe Club Our campus also provides a beautiful setting and A Nativity set paths for community members to walk and bike, as Christmas lights well as an opportunity for community members to Christmas CDs engage with residents of the retirement community. Instrumental CDs (relaxing, classical, piano) The new Peace Garden is also open to the greater • Patio furniture to use in the courtyard areas and the community. front entrance area. • Two (2) new iPads so residents are able to FaceTime and Skype with their families (laptops are generally too heavy for residents to use independently). Wish LIST • Two (2) 19-inch TV’s for short term/skilled admission rooms. • Donations to the Health Care Benevolent Fund: The • New recliner(s) Health Care Benevolent Fund is a ministry of Kidron • Food/dining needs: Bethel Village and its loyal supporters. This fund is New carts to transport food in place to assist residents who are unable to cover Table top lazy Susan’s the cost of their care. Your gift to the fund expresses Table top centerpieces caring compassion to many. • Patio furniture to use in the courtyard areas and the front entrance area. DROP-OFF LOCATION | 3001 Ivy Drive, North Newton, Kansas 67117. The drop-off location for tangible items would be the same for cash donations. We are happy to also arrange the pick-up of tangible items if that would be more convenient for the donor.
Fast FACTS Approximately 300 residents enjoy life at the Kidron Bethel Village retirement community and take advantage of Mission opportunities for social, spiritual, wellness and STATEMENT educational enrichment. Bluestem Communities is a family of Contact Kidron Bethel Village has grown to include progressive retirement and senior living independent living residences, HUD-subsidized communities dedicated to improving quality Megan Smith rental apartments, assisted living care and of life and providing residential choices, [email protected] skilled care nursing rooms. The Welcome community services and personalized care with Christian compassion. Bluestem Center is home to administrative offices 3001 Ivy Drive Communities, Inc., is the paren and many other community- North Newton, Kansas 67117 t organization of Kidron Bethel (316) 253-6807 friendly ammenities. Village, North Newton, and its sister campus, Schowalter Villa www.kidronbethel.org in Hesston, Kansas. NEWTON Medical CENTER 23
COMMUNITY Impact Newton Medical Center provided $2,867,219 in a myriad of services including: community health improvement services, health professions education, financial contributions, community building activities, community benefit operations, and traditional charity FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate care. Of the $2.87 million, $2.2 million was traditional Newton Medical Center Permanent charity care. Endowment (a) (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to NMC Food and Nutritional Services department this organization before being placed in this fund provides roughly 26,000 meals a year for Meals on Wheels. DROP-OFF LOCATION | Newton Medical Center 600 Medical Center Drive, Newton, Ks 67114 Wish LIST Cash and tangible items can both be dropped off at this location. For Fund donations, please send/ Donations to our funds: drop off Attn: Christopher Kelly Sandra Qamar Nursing Scholarship Fund Healthcare Assistance Fund Medical Equipment Fund NMC Cares Fund
Fast FACTS Newton Medical Center is an 103-bed, not-for-profit facility dedicated to providing health care services to residents of Harvey and Mission surrounding counties, regardless of race, color, STATEMENT sex, age, religion or ability to pay. Mission: To excel in providing Contact It is the 3rd largest employer in Harvey County. healthcare by understanding and Christopher Kelly responding to the individual needs of [email protected] those we serve. Vision: To be the community’s choice for 600 Medical Center Dr healthcare. Newton, Kansas 67114 (316) 283-2700 Values: Respect. Excellence. www.newtonmed.com Service. Trust. NEWTON Mid-Kansas SYMPHONY Orchestra,ASSOC. 24
COMMUNITY Impact For fifty nine years NMKSO has enhanced the cultural life of citizens by performing concerts in the com- munity. We provide area residents the opportunity to perform and appreciate a variety of orchestral litera- • Special 60th Anniversary Fund for the 2016-17 ture. We encourage capable students and commu- Season (all gifts appreciated) nity players to further develop their musical talents, • Donations to the Newton Mid-Kansas Orchestra performing with seasoned conductors and alongside Assoc., Inc. endowment fund in any amount are experienced musicians. The significant local economic welcome impact of arts organizations, such as NMKSO, has been recently demonstrated through a study conducted by Americans for the Arts. Through our concerts and FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate outreach programs we strive to educate and inspire audiences. Newton Mid-Kansas Symphony Orchestra Assoc. Endowment Fund (a) (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to this organization before being placed in this fund LIST Wish DROP-OFF LOCATION | NMKSO Office, 120 W. 6th Street, Suite 120, Newton, KS 67114 • Endow a Concert- $500 for one concert (Classics, Open Mon.- Thu. 2-5 p.m. or by appointment Chamber, School Outreach, Pops) Call ahead: 316-772 3265 • Endow a player- Principal String $350, Wind and Section Player $150 • Endow the conductor- $500 for one concert • Orchestra lunch catering $150 for one concert
Fast FACTS Community Orchestra founded in 1956 Thomas W. Douglas, music director/ conductor 2011-present. Players comprise Mission professional and community musicians, STATEMENT educators, and outstanding students. Season includes two classics concerts, summer chamber The Mission of the NMKSO is to provide Contact music, school outreach, and special events. The a satisfying experience for players and a Jill Gatz NMKSO Board of Directors, Guild, patrons and diverse audience by introducing the [email protected] audience come from Newton, Harvey County, Mid-Kansas community to great symphonic and a surrounding area within a 60 mile music and musicians, with educational P.O. Box 245 radius. NMKSO is a member of the relevance at all levels. North Newton, KS 67117 Newton Area Arts Council and the (316) 772-3265 Chamber of Commerce. www.nmkso.org NEWTON - USD 373 25
COMMUNITY Impact BUSINESS (Note: Business supplies benefit stu- USD 373 impacts all avenues of our community. We dents in the classroom and students in provide a K-12 education for students in our community the DECA and Business Professionals as well as provide career and technical education to of America club) schools in neighboring towns. Our career and technical education (CTE) programs provide specialty • Poster board, White and mixed colors courses that prepare students for the workforce • Classroom HP Color LaserJet 3800N immediately upon graduation. Some of these courses color printer include: welding, machining, automotive, • 2 Double-sided marker boards (about 2’ x 3’ or engineering and others. Many of our students receive slightly larger) industry certifications as a NHS student. A few examples • 2 Heavy-duty staplers of these are CNA for our Medical Science students, NIMS • 25 Student marker boards (about 12” x 12” ...more or for our machining students and AWS certification for less) • 3 dozen Expo erasable markers (blue and green) our students in the welding program. • 3 dozen - magic markers for posters (assorted colors) • 5 Clorox wipe canisters for disinfecting student keyboards LIST • 25 black mouse pads Wish • Several reams of colored paper for use in printer (as- sortment of colors) AGRICULTURE • Large (30x25”) Post-it note style easel paper • Self-laminating sheets • Baileigh Break Press 10’ 112 ton, $5,121 • 100 1” 3-ring binder notebooks, $2/each • Lincoln Power Mig 350, $6,372 • 500 sheet protectors, $49.70 • 2015 Nitro Controller & PC Retrofit Kit for computer- • 500 Smead manila file folders, $64.90 ized drafting, $3,750 • 100 Memorex 700 MB 52X CD-R, $11.88 • Smith torch body and cutting heads for student • 50 Verbatim CD/DVD color slim cases, $10.49 booths, $3,744 • 100 A+ homework 2-pocket folders, 9 x 12 inch, $35.16 • 1000 Jumbo paperclips smooth, $9.49 • 100 Oxford Deluxe clear front report covers, $147.96 • 3 packs Southworth resume paper, $25.00 Fast FACTS USD 373 serves all the students in Newton by providing public education K-12. At the high school we also serve schools in the Mission neighboring towns by providing them access STATEMENT to our career and technical education classes. Over 50 students from area-wide schools come The mission of the Newton school Contact to NHS for a variety of CTE courses. community is to prepare our students to Melinda Rangel be capable, contributing participants in [email protected] a changing world. 900 W. 12th Street Newton, KS 67114 (316) 284-6280 www.usd373.org NEWTON - USD 373 26
BUSINESS (CONTINUED) • Engineering professionals to work with students on Engineering Design & Development Projects 2-3 times • Monetary donation for 24” premium bond paper to a school year support student in-house printing business, $89.95 • Monetary donation for Cool Lam 25-inch lamination IT NETWORKING film to support student in-house printing business, $279.95 • TP-LINK TL-WN823N Wireless N300 Mini USB Adapter, • Monetary donation for ink cartridges to support 300Mbps, w/WPS Button, IEEE 802.1b/g/n, WEP/WPA/ student-in-house printing business, $99.95/per car- WPA2 tridge (5 needed to operate printer) • http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product. aspx?Item=N82E16833704140 Requests for volunteers • 25 network cards • TP-LINK TG-3468 Network Adapter 10/ 100/ 1000Mbps • • Business Plan Advisers for the Youth Entrepreneurs PCI-Express 1 x RJ45 classroom. Advisors would come to 4 class periods • http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product. a year between November and March and help stu- aspx?Item=N82E16833704060 dents with the process of writing a business plan. • 7 Brother MFC-J450dw 6000 x 1200 dpi USB/Wireless • Financial Management committee for panel discus- Duplex InkJet MFP Color Printer sions. The discussion would be centered on how • http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product. mistakes made/lessons learned from misuse/abuse aspx?Item=28-113-888 of credit cards, payday loans, or money goof ups in • 25 VGA Expansion Cards - Low Profile Half Height Video general. • Graphics VGA Card Full Size Expansion Slot Bracket • Guest speakers on topic of auto insurance and/or • http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product. renters insurance who would be willing to relate to aspx?Item=9SIA4UB2E60252&cm_re=vga_expansion_ students by telling stories of situations/claims and cards-_-9SIA4UB2E60252-_-Product how clients were covered or not. Speakers who can make insurance come alive for students who already MACHINING understand the basics. • Waterjet CNC Cutter Department Machine, $50,000 CONSTRUCTION • 5 HAAS CNC Simulators, $1,500/each • 72” CNC Lathe, $16,000 WELDING • 2 manual lathes, $2,000/each • Speedy 400 Flex Laser, $72,000 • Ironworker 70-75 ton, $20,000 • Computer Classroom – Chisolm Middle School • 2 Pulse Mig welding machines, $9,920/each • Monetary donation for 30 new student chairs • Pulse Mig multi-process, $11,200 • Safco® Horizontal Mesh Desk Organizer, 8 1/4”H x 19 • 2 Inverter Tig machine, $8,900/each 1/2”W x 11 1/2”D, Black, $50.69/each http://www.of- • Aluminum Mig machine, $8,000 ficedepot.com/a/products/326432/Safco-Horizontal- • High Dynamic welding camera system, $16,000 Mesh-Desk-Organizer-8/ • Lincoln virtual welder, $50,000 • Office Depot® Brand Metro Mesh Organizer, Black, $10.99 http://www.officedepot.com/a/prod- ucts/314934/Office-Depot-Brand-Metro-Mesh-Orga- FUNDS MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate nizer/ Centennial Railer 100 Endowment Fund (d) • Bulletin board - any size or shape Railer 125 Endowment Fund (d) USD 373 Education Endowment Fund (d) ENGINEERING & APPLIED MATH (d) - Designated Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be placed • 10 spools Makerbot PLA Filament (3D Printer Plastic), in this fund for you $48.00 a spool • Requests for volunteers DROP-OFF LOCATION | Newton High School - • Engineering professionals to serve on advisory Brooks Trade Center, 900 W. 12th Street, Newton, committee KS 67114 NEWTON Meals ON Wheels 27
Newton COMMUNITY Impact Newton Meals on Wheels has been serving the Newton and North Newton community for over 42 years. We deliver a noon meal 7 days a week, 365 days a year to the homebound 60 years and older who are physically and or mentally unable to prepare a nutritious meal for themselves. Volunteers also check on our clients’ welfare daily. In addition, our volunteers LIST use their own vehicle, gas and time. Wish • Volunteers to deliver meals In 2015 we reached a milestone by serving one • Paper Reams million meals. For MOW, one million meals represents • Stamps an incredible accomplishment achieved by our • Envelopes volunteers, donors, staff and community who helped • Ink for printer make it possible. • Computer By providing a well balanced meal our clients stay • Donations to our One Million Penny Campaign- healthier and help them to avoid premature or (Celebrating our one millionth meal served) unnecessary hospitalization. We serve those how need a helping hand to maintain their dignity and self-image and independence. By making the daily DROP-OFF LOCATION | 122 East 6th, Newton KS contact we also combat loneliness and isolation. 67114, 316-283-3500, Meals on Wheels helps those who are unable to [email protected] prepare a balanced nutritious meal, a warm smile and a safety check that helps keep our seniors healthy, safe, and living independently in their own homes.
Fast FACTS Serving the Newton and North Newton Community for more than 42 years.Provides service to those persons 60 years of age and Mission older - 67% of our clients are over the age of 75, STATEMENT 72% of them live alone, 51% take 6-23 medica- tions daily.It takes 35 volunteers per week to To provide a balanced, hot noon meal Contact deliver our meals with over 2,700 hours of volun- to those 60 years of age and over, who are Tamie Larez teer hours per year.MOW provides special diets homebound and/or mentally and/or [email protected] - diabetic, soft and mechanical if needed.Our physically unable to prepare balanced, meal provides 1/3 of the daily recommend- nutritional meals for themselves. 122 E 6th ed dietary Newton, Kansas 67114 allowance. (316) 283-3500 PEACE Connections 28
COMMUNITY Impact Through both the Summer Enrichment Activities for Kids (SEAK) and the Circles of Hope initiatives, Peace Connections is working to reduce and eventually eliminate poverty within our community. SEAK continues to provide stimulating activities, social skills and education to children each summer. Children who Wish LIST report that family vacations and summer camps are a rarity in their family. By utilizing the broad • Donations to our agency fund: Peace Connection definition of poverty, which includes physical, • Financial Donations for Circles of Hope and Summer emotional, mental and spiritual resources, Peace Enrichment Activities for Kids Connections is bridging the gap between economic • Meals for Circles of Hope weekly meetings classes and working to eliminate systemic barriers that (approximately 60 people) perpetuate the poverty cycle. Circles of Hope increases • Volunteer Allies: 18 month commitment to meet financial literacy while teaching individuals and monthly with low-resource family and provide families how to set and achieve goals within their lives. encouragement Circles of Hope connects low-income families with • Volunteers for childcare at weekly Circles of Hope middle and upper-income volunteers, who form meetings intentional friendships and provide encouragement • Microsoft Office software for 4 computers for all parties involved. By providing weekly meetings, • Gift certificates for Circles of Hope class graduates dinner and childcare, Circles of Hope not only impacts • Color printer & copier the family in poverty, but also creates significant change in the way our volunteers view poverty and what our community can do about it. FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate Peace Connections Endowment Fund (a) (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to this organization before being placed in this fund
DROP-OFF LOCATION | Peace Connections Office, 612 N. Main, Newton, KS Fast FACTS Peace Connections originated in 1983 as the Newton Area Peace Center. We have come to the conclusion that peace cannot exist, in Mission any part of the world, if the needs of the people STATEMENT are not met. Today, poverty work is our peace work! Peace Connections sponsors two initiatives; Peace Connections seeks to inspire Contact Circles of Hope, Harvey County and Summer transformation in people and systems by Jennifer Rose Enrichment Activities for Kids (SEAK). As part of building relationships, resourcefulness and [email protected] the national Circles USA initiative, Peace Con- resilience. nections was the first to bring the Circles® 612 N. Main model to Kansas and it has now blos- Newton, Kansas 67114 somed to over 17 counties. (316) 284-0000 www.peaceconnections.org PRAIRIEView,INC. 29
COMMUNITY Impact Prairie View is an industry leader in mental health and addiction treatment, dedicated to serving our clients, their families and our community. One in four persons • $240 can provide therapy and parenting education will experience a mental health issue in their lifetime. for a family struggling to stay together. The risk grows exponentially for those with substance • $600 can provide a safe place for someone who is use issues. Prairie View provides opportunity for hope suicidal or in crisis. and healing. The benefits of mental wellness are far • $1,000 can lead to upgrades in our environment to reaching and include family stability, stronger ensure everyone has access to services with workforce and safe communities. Each day we independence and dignity no matter their physical welcome individuals who are transforming their lives ability. and families who need support. No one is turned away • $2,500 can provide state-of-the-art safety and based on their inability to pay. Our strategic plan security features in patient spaces to reduce risk of leading into 2020 is focused on safety and security, self-harm. accessibility and innovation but our primary mission • $5,000 can provide access to innovative technology continues to be caring for anyone who seeks our help. that allows patients to interact with their providers and manage their challenges from the security of their own home, or with just a few taps on Wish LIST their smart phone. When you give to Prairie View, Inc. your gift is com- Gift-In-Kind items given directly to Prairie View, Inc. bined with gifts from others to support transforma- are always appreciated. Items we need throughout tion: the year include:
• $50 can provide case management for a person to • Rosaries to give to patients help remove barriers that often lead to incarceration • Bibles or homelessness. • Art easels for displays • Stationary sets to share with patients (paper, envelopes, cards, stamps) • Art Supplies including crayons, markers, poster board, construction paper, pastels, art paper, etc. Fast FACTS In the past year, Prairie View served over 13,000 individuals - 131,000 outpatient visits annually and nearly 750 patient encounters Mission daily. Prairie View provides consultation, STATEMENT treatment options, medication management, and case management in homeless shelters, To foster healing and growth in Contact corrections facilities, emergency rooms, skilled individuals and communities by providing Misty Elder nursing and assisted living centers and primary behavioral, mental health and addiction [email protected] health clinics. Sixty percent of all patients are services with compassion, competence and uninsured or under-insured. Prairie View stewardship in the spirit of Christ. 1901 E. First St. | PO Box 467 employs over 350 individuals. Newton, KS 67114 (316) 284-6385 www.prairieview.org PRAIRIEView,INC. 30
• Basketballs, footballs, soccer balls, kickball • Special event volunteers & fundraisers • Mittens, socks, jackets, sweatpants and sweatshirts • Chaplains (youth large and adult small - x-large) • Board members and advisory board members • Gift certificates for resident outings to: Chisholm Trail Theatres, Braum’s, Taco Bell, Arby’s, etc. • Laptop – used in group sessions to access resources FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate on-line. Prairie View, Inc. Endowment Fund (a) • Projector to use with the laptop so everyone can view material at the same time. (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to this organization before being placed in this fund • Golf or Utility Cart for recreation and adventure department DROP-OFF LOCATION | Gifts can be given at: • Board/Activity games for all ages; Decks of cards • Comfy throws (different colors)for patients to use Prairie View, Inc. • 1” 3 ring binders for each patient to organize Office of Advancement handouts and information 1901 E. First St. • Portable CD Walkman for relaxation CDs or IPods w/ Newton, KS 67114 ITune Gift Cards to purchase digital relaxation music Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (316)284-6385 or [email protected] Giving your time as a volunteer will make a major impact: Monetary gifts can be made directly to Prairie View, Inc. or to the Central Kansas Community • Marketing and public relations data entry assistant Foundation. • Grounds and landscaping assistants; painters SECOND CenturyLIBRARY Foundation 31
COMMUNITY Impact The following are highlights on how the Newton Public Library enhanced resources, programs and services impacted the community in 2014: Providing the best value in town: Summer reading programs to keep up reading skills: • 17,415 cardholders; 1,339 new patrons • 1,789 kids, youth & adults participated; 4,222 • 2,422 average attendance/week attended summer programs • 156,064 total items used Providing technology for all: • 16,119 public computer sign-ups; 5,029 wireless LIST log-ins; 358 people receiving tech help Wish Meeting evolving patron habits & needs: • Underwriters for 2016 Second Century Flower & • 11,614 Sunflower eLibrary eBooks - 52% increase in Garden Tour (fundraiser on June 11 & 12, 2016) circulation • Gardens for future Flower & Garden Tours • 651 new DVDs, 87 new video games, Playaway • 1st Class US postage stamps formats 14 - 27% use increase • Volunteers to serve on Second Century Board • 113% increase in Ebsco database use • mobile wifi Zing hotspot for checkout - always long waiting list FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate Second Century Library Foundation Shelves filled with items patrons want: Endowment Fund (a) • 101,589 total items: 112,300 print titles, 28,985 non print titles, 1,618 magazines with 57 online, 6,338 Second Century Library Foundation Operating eBooks, 2,511 InterLibrary Loans, 9,130 online Fund (d) resources Montee-Silverstein Fund for Newton Public Library (d) Planning programs for community interests: (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to • 19,742 total attendance: StoryTime - 14,330; youth/ this organization before being placed in this fund teen -3,616; adult - 2,154 (d) - Designated Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be • 718 programs: youth - 556; adult - 253 placed in this fund for you
DROP-OFF LOCATION | Newton Public Library, 720 N Oak, Newton, KS 67114 - same for all donations
Fast FACTS The Second Century Library Endowment Fund of the Newton Public Library has a current goal of $500,000. The Endowment Mission funds in the Second Century Library Foundation STATEMENT provide for an annual income for Newton Public Library enhancements beyond those possible The mission of the Second Century Contact through NPL general operating funds. The Library Foundation and for its Second Marianne Eichelberger Second Century grant to NPL has provided Century Endowment Fund - Newton is to [email protected] funds to supplement health resources, large enhance the adult collection of the Newton print books, eBooks and subscriptions to Public Library by increasing and promoting 720 N Oak online resources including career educational, literary and artistic resources Newton, KS 67114 development/training. available to our community. (316) 283-2890 www.newtonplks.org TRINITY Heights RESPITE Care 32
COMMUNITY Impact Families that use respite care will have time for errands or appointments, time to help other family members, time for self, to relax and renew humor and energy, peace of mind, knowing that trained care provider is giving individual attention to their child. One thing LIST that respite really impacts the family is helping the Wish family stay together. Stress pulls so many families apart that have special need children. • 3-Nabi tablets • Autism chewies and mouth toys (many children will Respite care helps glue the family together. The child chew on hands, shirts, pencils) - a Chew Stixx when with special needs at our Parents Day Out program used properly provide a safe and bacteria free develops friendships, opportunities to experience new alternative for children who chew activities, and learns how to socialize with peers and • A small adaptive trampoline with a railing guard adults. The family and the child both gain more around it knowledge and confidence about being a part of the • Scooters for all special needs children to play games community. The sense of begin able to feel belong • Balls of all sizes makes a huge community impact. • Art supplies (any kind) • Contruction paper Respite care is not a daycare. We are not licensed or • Craft items financially able to provide subsidized daycare.
DROP-OFF LOCATION | Trinity Heights United Methodist Church - same for all donations
Fast FACTS Respite care is a temporary rest from the daily challenge of caring for a family member who has special needs, a gift of time. There are two options for service: In-Home (the family’s Mission or the care-giver’s) or at our Parents Day Out. STATEMENT Families pay part of the cost of care, based on a sliding scale. Our care providers have CPR and Trinity Heights Respite Care’s Contact First Aid training and have passed backgound mission is to provide respite care to Connie Rickard checks. Respite care is not a daycare. We are not families in Harvey and Marion Counties [email protected] licensed or financially able to provide who have specialneeds children, subsidized daycare. Also, Trinity Heights age birth through 16 years. P. O. Box 232 | 1200 Boyd Respite Care is a ministry of Trinity Newton, Kansas 67114 Heights United Methodist Church. (316) 283-6441 www.trinityheightsumc.org WICHITA Fellowship CLUB 33
COMMUNITY Impact The Wichita Fellowship Club (WFC) has saved and changed several thousand lives since it all started in 1966. We have helped many of the homeless “drunks” get off the streets and become productive members of society. During the process of people getting sober at LIST WFC, they have secured good jobs and have rebuilt Wish relationships with their family. • Coffee - we have a whole bean grinder • Cleaning Products (dish soap, floor cleaner, hand The former residents from WFC have learned to give soap, Windex, etc) back to the community and are very active in help- • Bath Towels ing others in the community including Newton. The • Washrags Wichita Fellowship Club has been making a strong and • Blankets positive impact in the local community for almost 50 • Pillows years. • Paper Towels • Toilet Paper The 80-acre Jim James Memorial 101 Club provides • Napkins camping with tent space, swimming pools, horseshoe • Hygiene Products pits and many other fun things to do while sober. WFC • Twin Beds also runs a Bingo game every Sunday afternoon to • Black Permanent Markers help support the club. Most of the Bingo players are • Ink Pens from Newton. • Plates (Dishes) • Coffee Cups (washable) • Bowls for Cereal (washable) • Plastic Drinking Glasses (preferably 16 oz to 32 oz) • Measuring cups
DROP-OFF LOCATION | Wichita Fellowship Club, Inc., 204 W 18th St North, Wichita, Ks. 67203
Fast FACTS The Wichita Fellowship Club has served thousands of people in South Central Kansas, including Newton. We are supported by Mission the alcoholic able to work and private donations STATEMENT and we do not receive any state or government money. The mission of the Wichita Fellowship Contact Club Inc., A 501-c-3 Non Profit, is to Tom Walker provide a “Sober” alcohol and drug free [email protected] house and other facilities for living and recreation for those persons addicted to 204 W 18th St North alcohol and desiring to change their Wichita, Kansas 67203 lives and become sober. (316) 265-9348 www.wichitafellowship.org 34
Leave a Legacy is a public awareness campaign designed to inspire people from all walks of life and income levels to think beyond their lifespan when doing good works. Luncheon Dates To make a difference in the lives that follow, find a October 23, 2015 from 11:45 am – 1:30 pm at the charity to support through your will or estate. We Meridian Center, Newton Americans are a generous people. More than 70 percent of us make charitable contributions during our lifetimes. October 7, 2016 from 11:45 am – 1:30 pm at the Yet only six percent will provide ongoing support through Meridian Center, Newton wills or estate plans. Leave a Legacy wants to change that. 2015-16Leave ENCOURAGING LEGACIES… ALegacyCommittee Merresa Akers Harvey County Leave a Legacy is part of a licensed Midland National Bank national program created by the National Council on Planned Giving and sponsored by Central Kansas Planned Susan Lamb Giving Roundtable. The program promotes philanthropy Hesston Community Foundation through wills and estate plans. The Newton community was the first in Kansas to offer a Leave a Legacy program. Eric Litwiller 2015 marked its 17th year! Friends University Tina Payne Through our public education program that encourages Harvey County United Way planned giving, we seek to bring together communities, donors and estate planning professionals. Continuing Edwin Shafer, FAHP, CFRE your financial support through estate planning is critical Angie Tatro if your favorite charities are to flourish and grow. For years Central Kansas Community Foundation to come. Derek Yoder EDUCATING… Bluestem Communities Inc. Jennifer Vogts Our annual September – October public education Community Volunteer campaign offers a variety of activities to encourage planned giving and to raise awareness of the various Marilyn Wilder planning strategies available to you. Adrian and Pankratz, Attorney’s at Law
PAVING THE WAY…
Leave a Legacy is not seeking support for any particular FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate group, or for organizations in a specific area. Leave A Legacy Fund (d) We only want you to realize the potential that lies within (d) - Designated Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be placed each of us to make a startling difference in the lives of in this fund for you others. If you want to learn more or wish to volunteer, contact Angie Tatro, [email protected] or 316.283.5474. CENTRAL KANSAS Kids FUNd 35
CENTRAL KANSAS KIDSFUND ANNUAL GRANT MAKING CYCLE OPENS IN FEBRUARY EACH YEAR
The Central Kansas Kids FUNd is funded with proceeds from the L. Marie Haun Charitable Fund for Children along with support from the Newton Kansas Health Foundation Fund and private donations. The Central Kansas Kids FUNd aims to support project/programs and organizations that directly benefit the children in any service area of Central Kansas Community Foundation and its affiliates.
Qualified applicants must possess a 501(c)(3) status under the Internal Revenue Service code, be exempt under statute (i.e. educational institution, church, a city or county), or be formally linked to an organization with such designation.
FUND MANAGED AT CKCF | Click Here to Donate Central Kansas Kids FUNd (f) (f) - Field of Interest: Donations received by CKCF will be placed in this fund for you
ABOUT THE CENTRAL KANSAS KIDS FUND
The Central Kansas Kids FUNd was established in 2005 and aims to support project/programs and organizations that directly benefit the children in Central Kansas. From 2005 through 2013 the Sand Creek Pro Am provided initial support to this fund, making an incredible impact to children’s programs.
To date, the fund has awarded more than $213,200 in grants to local organizations that provide services to children, $42,265 in 2015 alone.
If you have questions or need further information, please contact Chancy Gerbitz, Program Director, [email protected] or 316.283.5474. 36
A CIRCLE OF GIVING – GIVENOW
Consider Becoming a Member Today! Membership
The Women’s Community Fund (WCF), a local charitable • Premier Membership. Donation level of $1,000 or more, “giving circle” managed by Central Kansas Community includes attendance and recognition at the annual Foundation, was established to provide an avenue for membership meeting, voting rights and the women to engage in local philanthropy. Members share a opportunity to participate on a committee. The only belief that by working with others, instead of alone, they level of membership eligible for a symbolic gift*. can maximize their efforts within the community. The motto “together, we can accomplish great things”, • Full Membership. Donation level of $525 – $999, in- reinforces the notion that by pooling funds, women cludes attendance at the annual membership meeting, donors can make a significant difference in the project/ voting rights, and an opportunity to participate on a programs they support within Harvey County, Kansas. committee.
Throughout the past fourteen years, members of this • Junior Membership. Donation level of $300, for those 40 “giving circle” have combined funds granting nearly years old or younger, includes attendance at the annual $240,000 to altruistic causes such as the Agape Resource membership meeting, voting rights and the opportu- Center, HOPE Home Repair, Inc., the Harvey County Safe nity to participate on a committee. House, Harvey County Homeless Shelter and Newton Meals on Wheels. • Contributing Membership. For those interested in donating through the WCF giving circle at any desired Currently, there are five donation levels available donation amount. allowing a diverse pool of local women the ability to impact the project/programs we support in Newton and • In Memory Membership. Family members and/or Harvey County. The 2015 cycle is closed; however friends may elect to continue a WCF membership each donations received now will be included in the 2016 year for any current or former WCF member who has giving process. passed.
The Women’s Community Fund is growing! Since 2013, the Premier Membership donation level was introduced plus three endowment funds have been created for the benefit of the WCF to allow our members philanthropic efforts to continue in perpetuity.
* Jan Elizabeth Saab Endowment * * Colleen McCullough Endowment * * Women’s Community Fund Endowment *
Visit https://centralkansascf.org/events/womens-commu- nity-fund for more details as modifications and changes to giving levels and opportunities change as this giving circle grows and evolves. Contact Chancy Gerbitz with questions or to request a membership with the Women’s Community Fund at (316) 283-5474 or [email protected] FOUNDATION Fund LISTING 37
CENTRAL KANSAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS L. Marie Haun Charitable for Children Health Ministries Donor Restricted Adrian and Pankratz, PA 10K Health Ministries of Harvey County, Inc. Endowment (a) Dr. Frances Allen Charitable Remainder Unitrust Hershberger Family Charitable Dr. Frances A. Allen Gift Annuity Hesston Bethel Performing Arts Endowment Dr. Frances A. Allen Gift Annuity Historic Fox Theatre (a) Brian Arellano Scholarship Janie Marie Holstine 10K Asbury Park Charitable Katharine Jessica Holstine 10K Christine and Ralph Bestvater 10K Peggy Hwa 10K Bethel College Nursing Education Scholarship Endowment Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice Donor Restricted Big Brothers Big Sisters of Harvey County Endowment (a) Wanda Sharp Jansen Charitable Remainder Unitrust Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marion County, Kansas Endowment (a) Kansas Sports Museum (a) Botanica Gardens Endowment KHF Operating Endowment - CKCF Alisa D. Brown Charitable KHF Healthy Communities Initiative Expendable Joan H. and J. Wade Brubacher 10K Melvina Killion Charitable Endowment Marissa Faith Miao Burghart Memorial Art Scholarship Warren R. and Lucile M. Kinney Memorial Endowment David and Barbara Burns 10K Maxine Krenek Charitable Endowment Leila Lamar Callendar Kansas Barn Alliance Endowed Carriage Factory Gallery Endowment Kansas Health Foundation - Newton CASA: A Voice for Children Inc. (a) Leadership Marion County Centennial/ Railer 100 Endowment Leadership Marion County Children’s Central Kansas Kids Leadership Newton Leadership CKCF Board Designated Operational Leadership Newton Children’s Central Kansas Community Foundation Operating Leave a Legacy (a) Central Kansas Community Foundation Endowed Operating Anthony V. and Miriam Madrigal Charitable Helen E. Claassen Endowment Barbara A. and Richard R. McCall 10K Susan Claassen Endowment Richard R. McCall and Barbara A. McCall Susan Claassen Nursing Scholarship Charitable Remainder Unitrust Jean and Virginia Coleman Music Scholarship (a) McPherson Opera House Company Endowment (a) Colleen McCullough Women’s Community Endowment Les & Karen Monroe Family Charitable Ben Crawford Charitable Mosier Family Endowment Blake Crawford Charitable National Ghost Ranch Endowment Margaret L. Smith Decker Scholarship Justina D. Neufeld and Floyd G. Bartel 10K Peggy Deitz Endowment (a) Newton Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship B. Marlo and Ruth Ann Dirks Charitable Remainder Newton Boy Scouts Opportunity Dyck Arboretum of the Plains Opportunity (a) Newton Community Children’s Choir, Inc. Endowment (a) English Charitable Endowment Newton Fine Arts Association Endowment Eleanor B. Ewert Memorial Newton Fine Arts Agency (a) Marvin H. Ewert Chaplaincy Endowment Newton Kids 10K Forkner and Gregory Memorial -Harry Hines Memorial Hospice Newton Medical Center Permanent Endowment Forkner and Gregory Memorial -Asbury Park Newton Mid Kansas Orchestra Association, Inc. Endowment (a) Forkner and Gregory Memorial - Newton Treble Clef Club Scholarship (a) Harvey County Health Ministries Clinic Nygaard Family Scholarship Friends of Harvey County Parks (a) Charles Olson Memorial Instrumental Music Expendable Margaret E. Friesen Gift Annuity Scholarship Norma L. Gamble Charitable Remainder Trust Charles Olson Memorial Instrumental Music Scholarship Vince Garcia Community Service Scholarship Denise Lynn Oursler Memorial Scholarship Randall and Carol Goering Family Charitable Debra Jean Palmer Memorial Habitat for Humanity (a) Peace Connections Endowment (a) Harold and Evelyn Gregg 10K Mike and Carol Petitjean 10K Hake Family Foundation 10K Prairie View Donor Restricted Katherine Hanna Education Trust Endowment Prairie View Inc. Endowment Harvey County Fairgrounds Building Railer 125 Endowment Harvey County Fair Joy and Joe Robb 10K Harvey County Historical Society Endowment (a) Richard and Leah May Ross Memorial Scholarship FOUNDATION Fund LISTING 38
Richard and Leah May Ross Charitable Remainder Peabody United Methodist Church Scholarship Jan Elizabeth Saab Women’s Community Endowment Vernon and Laura Slocombe Memorial Scholarship Sand Creek Trail Endowment (a) USD 398 Education Endowment Melvin R. and Donna J. Schadler 10K USD 398 High School Endowment Leslie E. and Norma K. Schrag Endowment Bonnie Selanders USD 373 Scholarship NORTH NEWTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Lloyd T. Smith Endowed Charitable Frank L. Spangler Bethel College Scholarship Jacob D. and Beth E. Goering Charitable Frank Spangler Kansas Christian Home Fellowship of John Jim and Shirley Goering Community Development Grace M. Starlin Trust Charitable Sher Klassen Neufeld Endowment Stucky Family Charitable North Newton Community Foundation Operating Ericka J. Stucky Fine Arts North Newton Community Foundation Impact Frank and Kathy Stucky 10K John G. and Diana C. Torline Endowment (for North Newton) James B. and Barbara A. Stucky Caring Hands Humane Society Endowment HILLSBORO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS James B. and Barbara A. Newton Medical Center Clinical Education Endowment Jerry L Dalke Memorial Youth Award For HHS Jason and Leigh Stucky Charitable Marga Ebel Health Olivia Stucky Charitable Hillsboro Area Community Arts Endowment Rachel Stucky Charitable Hillsboro Community Development John R. and Gwen Suderman 10K Hillsboro High School Citizenship Award Wilbur B. and Catherine Tendick Asbury Park Good Samaritan (a) Hillsboro Impact Wilbur B. and Catherine Tendick Asbury Park Capital (a) Hillsboro Kiwanis Opportunity Improvements Hillsboro Senior Center Endowment Torline Family Scholarship Hillsboro Community Foundation Operating United Way Agency (a) Hillsboro Youth Center Expendable United Way KHF Operating Endowment - Hillsboro USD 373 Education Endowment Kleiber Family Charitable Alan and Jennifer Vogts 10K Kansas Health Foundation - Hillsboro Warkentin House Endowment (a) Lehigh City Parks Wells Community Endowment Marion County 4-H Endowment (a) Susan Elaine Charest Wickiser & Jimmy Wayne Wickiser Clariece and Dean Schroeder Endowed Family Charitable C. M. Sextro Memorial Math Scholarship James R. and Sharon S. Wiens 10K USD 410 Early Childhood Education Women’s Community David F. Wiebe Memorial for Hillsboro Pioneer Adobe House Women’s Community Endowment and Museum John A. and Harriet Kizler Wiebe for HHS PEABODY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Earl Wineinger Memorial Scholarship
Sharlene L. Brooks Memorial GOESSEL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Catlin Community Cemetary Designated Edna May Ewert Memorial Scholarship Goessel Community Impact Ralph and Una Ewert Vocational Scholarship Goessel Community Foundation Operating Marilyn Harsh Memorial Scholarship Goessel Community Seniors Endowed Hub for Peabody Youth Charitable JNCCC Scholarship Endowment KHF Operating Endowment - Peabody Krause House Endowment - Mennonite Heritage and Kansas Health Foundation - Peabody Agricultural Museum (a) Partners of Peabody Parks Charitable Karen Rae McIntosh Teaching Scholarship N.M. and Norma Patton Family Charitable Mennonite Heritage and Agricultural Museum Agency (a) Peabody Community Foundation Endowment Tabor Mennonite Church Endowment (a) Peabody Community Foundation Operating Dustin Thiesen Student Opportunity for Goessel High School Peabody Historical Society Endowment (a) West Branch Park Improvement Peabody Mainstreet Association Endowment Peabody Senior Center Endowment (a) Peabody Township Library Endowment (a) FOUNDATION Fund LISTING 39
EL DORADO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Jenny Sundgren Baker Memorial BCA Community Building Clifford and Rubye Angleton Scholarship Beaumont Water Tower El Dorado Community Big Brothers Big Sisters El Dorado Community Foundation Operating Birth to K Alliance El Dorado Community Impact BuCART-Butler County Animal Response Team El Dorado Prairie Port Festival Tina Jo Wedel Burton Scholarship George Trimble Special Needs Charitable Butler County Fair Association Fairgrounds Improvement George Trimble Special Need Scholarship Butler County Fire Chiefs Association Kansas Health Foundation - El Dorado CDDO of Butler County KHF Operating Endowment El Dorado Community Foundation Community Foundation of Greater Butler County Operating Wayne White Memorial Early Childhood Literacy John Edwards Scholarship HESSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Employment First of Butler County Task Force Flinthills Services, Inc. Excel Industries Inc. Scholarship Chelsea Gerbitz Community Memorial G51 Foundation in Memory of Garrett A. Spencer Chelsea Gerbitz Scholarship G51 Foundation Operating Greater Butler County Community Impact G51 Scholarship Keith Sommers Scholarship Hesston Community Foundation Operating KHF - CKCF Butler County Community Foundation Operating Hesston Community Foundation Operating Endowment Endowment Hesston Community Impact Kansas Health Foundation - Butler County Hesston High School Education Kansas Governor’s One Shot Turkey Hunt (a) Hesston Junior Golf Kansas Health Foundation Children’s Hesston Schools Endowed Leadership Butler Children’s KHF - Hesston Community Foundation Operating Endowment Leadership Butler Kansas Health Foundation - Hesston Gary McEachern Memorial Scholarship J. Michael and Susan Lamb Family Charitable Potwin Community Endowment Dennis and Jennifer LeFevre Family Charitable President Barack Obama Kansas Heritage Sally Annette (Souder) Puckett Scholarship Endowment SECOND CENTURY LIBRARY FOUNDATION FUNDS Sally Annette (Souder) Puckett Remington USD 206 Fairy Godmother Montee-Silverstein for Newton Public Library Remington USD 206 Larry Brown Memorial Scholarship Second Century Library Endowment - Newton Remington USD 206 Edna and Mae Mertz Scholarship Second Century Library Foundation - Newton - Operating Remington USD 206 Pat Halabi Memorial Scholarship Remington USD 206 Student Assistance ELK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Remington USD 206 General Endowment (Klaassen Athletic Memorial) Jim and Steve Cunningham Nursing Scholarship Rose Hill Recreation Elk County Community Foundation Scholarship Sunlight Foundation (SCARF) Elk County Community Foundation Operating Taylor Family Children’s Home Endowment Elk County Community Impact Towanda Public Library Facilities Elk County Youth (a) Towanda Public Library Endowment (a) Elk Konnected TRI County CASA Ernest Frank Horn, Jr. Endowed Scholarship Wichita Heights Alumni Scholarship The Pool K.T. Wiedemann Children’s of Butler County Wayne Willis Expendable Scholarship BUTLER COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Wayne Willis Scholarship Augusta Caring Center Augusta Community Foundation Operating Alex’s House Augusta Community Impact RD Allen Scholarship Augusta Community Foundation Scholarship Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Public Health Augusta Public Library Endowment (a) ARC of Butler County Endowment Augusta Public Library Expendable ARC of Butler County Downtown Augusta Inc. Community Event FOUNDATION Fund LISTING 40
Downtown Christmas Light VALLEY CENTER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Walter and Sidney Ewalt Scholarship KHF Operating Endowment - Augusta Community Foundation Community Center Kansas Health Foundation - Augusta Friends of the Valley Center Library (a) May Gruver Scholarship Valley Center Community Foundation Operating Project Jai Play Valley Center Community Impact Project Jai Play Ewalt Valley Center Community Scholarship Inc. Endowment USD 402 Education Endowment Valley Center School District Education Foundation Vada-Vida Fletcher/Ketch Business Scholarship THUMC FOUNDATION FUNDS HALSTEAD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS THUMCF Baber Endowment Halstead Cemetery Association (a) THUMCF Building Halstead Community Foundation Operating THUMCF Children and Youth Endowment Halstead Community Foundation Impact THUMCF Education Endowment Halstead Historical Society (a) THUMCF Landscaping Endowment Halstead United Methodist Church (a) THUMCF Library Endowment Larry and Alma Herl Memorial THUMCF Missions Endowment KHF Operating Endowment - Halstead Community Foundation THUMCF Mosier Endowment Kansas Health Foundation - Halstead THUMCF Music Endowment Kansas Learning Center for Health Endowed Trinity Heights United Methodist Church Foundation Operating Rupp Lawson Scholarship Roy E. Meyer Memorial Visual Arts Scholarship FLORENCE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Stan Robuck Memorial Scholarship for Halstead High School Alma Neomah Shroff and Margaret Rittenhouse Charitable Florence Community Foundation Impact Carolyn Taylor Memorial Scholarship for Halstead High School Florence Community Foundation Operating Bernice Wedel Memorial Scholarship for Halstead High School Florence Educational Scholarship Gene and Marcy Wendling Sacred Heart Catholic Church Florence High School Association Endowed Scholarship Florence Historical Society Endowment (a) WHITEWATER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS WALTON RURAL LIFE FOUNDATION FUNDS KHF Operating Endowment - Whitewater Community Foundation Walton Rural Life Charter Operating Kansas Health Foundation - Whitewater Walton Rural Life Charter School Foundation Whitewater Community Whitewater Community Foundation Operating FREDONIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Whitewater Community Recreation Cultivate Fredonia DOUGLASS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Fredonia Area Community Foundation Operating Fredonia Area Community Impact Douglass Community Foundation Operating Franklin D. Gaines and Beverly J. Tipton Foundation Marjorie Diekman Memorial Scholarship Kansas Health Foundation - Fredonia Area Douglass Unified School District 396 Scholarship KHF Operating Endowment - Fredonia Area Douglass Community Impact Community Foundation Douglass Community Park Robert and Jennifer McKenney Family Charitable Galen Haaga Memorial Scholarship Kansas Health Foundation - Douglass KHF Operating Endowment - Douglass Community Foundation Dellsea Nachbor Memorial Scholarship Wilma L. Snyder Senior Care Endowment (a) - Agency Fund: Donations received by CKCF will be sent to this Terry Lee Kaylor Memorial Scholarship organization before being placed in this fund. BOARD of DIRECTORS | Staff 41
Foundation Board of Directors
Jennifer Vogts, Chair, North Newton, KS Melvin Schadler, Immediate Past-Chair, North Newton, KS Tim Hodge, Vice-Chair, North Newton, KS Don Patry, Secretary, Whitewater, KS Todd Kasitz, Treasurer, Wichita, KS Megan Evans, Halstead, KS Dr. Colin Bailey, Halstead, KS Michael Barron, Newton, KS Jay Holstine, Newton, KS Dick McCall, Newton, KS Kathy Stucky, Newton, KS Marjorie Warta, Newton, KS Teresa L. Huffman, Marion, KS Joel Pile, Rose Hill, KS N.M. Patton, Peabody, KS Brad Bartel, Hillsboro, KS Delores Dalke, Hillsboro, KS
Foundation Staff
Angie Tatro – Executive Director Chancy Gerbitz – Program Director Bill Hake – Program Coordinator Brenda Eitzen – Office Manager Susan Lamb – Director, Hesston Community Foundation Cynthia Fleming – Director, Hillsboro Community Foundation Marlene Gleason – Director, Halstead Community Foundation GiveNow - Charity Cards 42
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