The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation is excited about the following 501(c)(3) charitable organizations that were the beneficiaries of grants for the 2017 grant cycle. Because of the generosity of those who appreciate the flexibility and accountability of the FSACF, the interest on donations to the Foundation’s general endowment fund totaled $30,000, which was divided … Continue reading →
Once again, the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation has awarded grants to 12 deserving organizations within our community. Over $21,000 was awarded at the Chamber Coffee on November 10th. FSACF president Blake Hudson and granting committee chair Patty LaRoche distributed checks to the groups. We are grateful for our ability to partner with organizations that … Continue reading →
The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the following organizations have received a grant as part of our 2015 grant cycle: Lowell Milken Center: Beautifying Downtown – Sparking Interest in History through the Windows of Downtown. Fort Scott/Bourbon County Riverfront Authority: Phase II Riverfront Walking Trail. 2nd Story Festival of Arts … Continue reading →
On November 13, 2014, FSACF awarded grants to the following nonprofit organizations: Bourbon County Inter-Agency Coalition – To assist Network for Families in providing rent and utilities assistance. Bourbon County CASA – To provide new Volunteer Advocate Training. Youth Ministries of Bourbon County (the Key Hole) – To fund Fifth Quarter Parties for High School … Continue reading →
At the Chamber Coffee on November 7, in the Landmark Bank lobby (formerly Citizens), FSACF chairperson Carla Farmer awarded representatives of the following 11 charitable organizations funds for the 2013 granting cycle: The Beacon, Inc. to add fresh produce to non-perishable staples. Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters (Bourbon County chapter) to recruit more “Bigs.” Fort … Continue reading →
The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation Board of Directors presented 10 area non-profit organizations with grants for the 2012 Grant Cycle during a Chamber Coffee on November 1. The following organizations were presented grants: Fort Scott Middle School: Project ART – to help cover transportation costs for going to KC productions. Care to Share: Gas … Continue reading →
The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation officially recognized a need in the community with a Surprise Grant on April 26. Doloris Sonntag of Lee’s Paws and Claws was awarded a $600 grant during the Chamber Coffee. Because of Fort Scott Rotary Club’s Dancing With Our Stars donation to the FSACF, money was available to award … Continue reading →
The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation Board of Directors presented seven nonprofit organizations with grants for the 2011 Grant Cycle during a Chamber Coffee on November 3. The following organizations were presented grants: The National Bone Marrow Transplant Registry: Be the Match – This grant will be used to help defray the costs associated with … Continue reading →
Through its mission to be responsive to the interests and needs of the Fort Scott area community, the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation (FSACF) presented a Surprise Grant to the members of the Good Neighbor Action Team during the Chamber Coffee on May 12. The $500 grant will be used by the Good Neighbor Action … Continue reading →
December 16th was a big day for the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation. The foundation proudly awarded the 2010 Community Foundation grants to area deserving non-profit organizations, announced the recipients of grants from the Dr. Pratt and Pauline Irby Fund, and received a check for the Foundation’s unrestricted endowment fund from the Fort Scott Community … Continue reading →