Central Kansas Community Foundation

Match Campaign – Central Kansas Community Foundation
2025-11-03 - 2025-12-03 | KS
CKCF is hosting their Patterson Family Foundation match event Nov 3 – Dec 3. Contributions to qualifying* CKCF funds during this month-long event will be matched by the Patterson Family Foundation dollar for dollar, up to $100,000. The match will be allocated with up to 50% following the donation and 50% will support CKCF’s operating endowment.

*Donor Advised Funds not included.
Click here to view eligible funds.

Match Campaign - Goessel Community Foundation
2025-11-06 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
December 2, 2025 to December 31, 2025
Match Campaign – Goessel Community Foundation
In partnership with Patterson Family Foundation, Goessel Community Foundation has a $100,000 match opportunity for eligible funds.
Click Here for a list of eligible funds. (Donor Advised Funds are not eligible).
A successful campaign raising at least $100,000 locally will be matched with $100,000 – $50,000 is allocated for the Goessel Community Impact Fund – an unrestricted grant making endowment, and the remaining $50,000 will follow the donor gift to eligible funds on a weighted allocation basis.

CKCF Foundation Connection - First Friday Zoom – November 7
2025-11-07 12:00 - 13:00 | KS
Join us at NOON on Zoom the First Friday of each Month during 2025 for “Foundation Connection.”
Each month we will host these zoom meetings on a variety of topics. This is a time for Q & A so please join us to learn more!
Monthly Topics* Include:
January 3 – Scholarships & Grants Calendar (Watch Recording)
February 7 – Spendable Balances for Endowment Funds (Watch Recording)
March 7 – Event Planning and Responsibilities (Watch Recording)
April 4 – Financials – Year End 2024, First Q Review & Audit (Watch Recording)
May 9 – External Grant Processes (Watch Recording)
June 6 – Purposeful Community Engagement – Leadership Roles – Metrics (Watch Recording)
July 11 – Evaluate – Achievements (Mid-Year, Remainder of Year) (Watch Recording)
August 1 – Assessing Spendable Balances – Preparing for Nov. 1 deadline (Watch Recording)
September 5 – 2026 Budget Planning and Other Reporting
October 3 – KACF Conference Session preparation
November 7 – Alternative Grant Awards – Competitive, Designated, LOI
December 5 – Appreciation – Volunteers, Donors, Partners
(*topics are subject to change)
Join Monthly Zoom Meeting Here

The Burrton Small Town Shindig
2025-11-15 16:30 - 22:00 | Son Wray Ranch, 5420 NW 24th Street, Newton, KS, 67114, United States
The Burrton Community Foundation is hosting a Small Town Shindig on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Son Wray Ranch, Newton. Doors open at 4:30pm. This annual fundraiser will support the Burrton Impact Fund and will go towards outdoor enhancements for the community (e.g. pickleball courts, murals, and a dog park). There will be a silent and live auction by Nick Holzrichter, a meal catered by Blue Moon Caterers, and dessert by Wild Whisk. The entertainment is Whiskey South 40 band.
Ticket Costs: $100 per person; a Table of 6 for $575; or a table of 8 for $750.
Tickets can be purchased online HERE

State of the Foundation
2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | KS
Join Us Over Lunch
Angie Tatro, CEO of Central Kansas Community Foundation, will provide a State of the Foundation address of current events and statistics.
Additionally, come meet our new Primary Investment Manager, Mason Investment Advisory Services, Inc. Hear directly from our MIAS team, Jason Doyle and Greg Druehl.
Presentation to include:

firm background,
investment philosophy,
value proposition, and
provide a brief update on the market

Please join to learn more about our vision for the future from an operational and financial perspective. Everyone is welcome.

Zoom Connection:
Topic: State of the Foundation
Time: Nov 20, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83472282650?pwd=2PZlgcAGe1SaGR9Evwr45Jh6e6JwQB.1
Meeting ID: 834 7228 2650
Passcode: 877578

VCCF 2025 Annual Pie Auction
2025-11-24 18:00 - 22:00 | The Highlands, 7575 E 101st N, Valley Center, KS, 67147, United States
Annual Signature Fundraising Event
Event supports our operating fund, allowing us to better serve our community.

Tickets:
$30 Single
$50 Couple
$250 Table
Options for Buying Tickets:
Mail Check To:
VCCF
PO Box 51
Valley Center, KS 67147
Credit Card – Use QR Code

Match Campaign – Peabody Community Foundation
2025-11-25 - 2025-12-25 | KS
From November 25 – December 25, 2025, Peabody Community Foundation (PCF) is hosting their Patterson Family Foundation (PFF) Match Event. Contributions during this month-long event will be matched to reach our goal of $100,000. In addition to supporting the fund*, 50% of matching dollars, per PFF’s policy, will support the PCF Impact Fund, used to award grants to community organizations and projects, and the PCF Operating Endowment, helping ensure we can serve Peabody for generations to come. Thank you for your support!
Click here to view eligible funds.
*PFF will not match Scholarship or Donor Advised Funds.

25th Anniversary Gala - Peabody Community Foundation
2025-11-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Peabody Burns High School, 506 Elm Street, Peabody, KS, 66866, United States
SAVE THE DATE
In celebration of 25 years of service to community we are hosting a 25th Anniversary Gala.
Dinner, Silent Auction and Dessert Donations.
Ticket information and other details coming soon!

Match Campaign - Goessel Community Foundation
2025-12-02 08:00 - 2025-12-31 17:00 | KS
GCF Match Campaign

From December 2, 2025 – December 31, 2025, Goessel Community Foundation (GCF) is hosting their Patterson Family Foundation (PFF) Match Event. Contributions during this month-long event will be matched to reach our goal of $100,000. In addition to supporting the fund*, 50% of matching dollars, per PFF’s policy, will support the GCF Impact Fund, used to award grants to community organizations and projects, helping ensure we can serve Goessel for generations to come. Thank you for your support!
*PFF will not match Donor Advised Funds.
To view eligible funds:
Click Here or scan QR Code below:

You may also mail in contributions:
Goessel Community Foundation
PO Box 244
Goessel, KS 67053

Giving Tuesday - Goessel Community Foundation
2025-12-02 17:30 - 20:00 | Goessel High School Gymnasium, 100 E Main St, Goessel, KS, 67053, United States
Join Us
Giving Tuesday is a National Day of Giving, plus a day of volunteer recognition and appreciation. Join us at the Goessel High School as we share about the community work of the Goessel Community Foundation. This event will also be the kickoff for our 2025 Patterson Family Foundation Match Campaign. Come learn more about this and how to get involved.

To see eligible funds scan QR code below or Click Here

Participants at the event will receive a free basketball, until supplies run out!

CKCF Foundation Connection - First Friday Zoom – December 5
2025-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 | KS
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Happy New Year!
Join us at NOON on Zoom the First Friday of each Month during 2025 for “Foundation Connection.”
Each month we will host these zoom meetings on a variety of topics. This is a time for Q & A so please join us to learn more!
Monthly Topics* Include:
January 3 – Scholarships & Grants Calendar (Watch Recording)
February 7 – Spendable Balances for Endowment Funds (Watch Recording)
March 7 – Event Planning and Responsibilities (Watch Recording)
April 4 – Financials – Year End 2024, First Q Review & Audit (Watch Recording)
May 9 – External Grant Processes (Watch Recording)
June 6 – Purposeful Community Engagement – Leadership Roles – Metrics (Watch Recording)
July 11 – Evaluate – Achievements (Mid-Year, Remainder of Year) (Watch Recording)
August 1 – Assessing Spendable Balances – Preparing for Nov. 1 deadline (Watch Recording)
September 5 – 2026 Budget Planning and Other Reporting
October 3 – KACF Conference Session preparation
November 7 – Appreciation – Volunteers, Donors, Partners
December 5 – Year-End Giving Schedule and New Year Opportunities
(*topics are subject to change)
Join Monthly Zoom Meeting Here

Halstead Christmas Jingle
2025-12-06 14:00 - 21:00 | Halstead Community Foundation, 306 Main St, Halstead, KS, 67056, United States
Festive gathering for all ages to enjoy – crafts, business open houses, caroling, tree lighting, Santa visits, Christmas light scavenger hunt, wreath decorating contest, toy giveaway, and even horse-drawn carriage rides sponsored in partnership with Halstead Chamber of Commerce.

Donor Appreciation Event - CKCF
2025-12-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Wild Prairie Event Center, 1610 SE 3rd Street, Newton, KS, 67114, United States
Donor Appreciation Event
As part of our Season of Thanks campaign, any donor who contributes a gift of $1,000 or more will receive an invitation to our special appreciation event we have scheduled for December 9th. Save the date. It’s our way of saying thank you for your incredible support.
Hosted by the CKCF Board of Directors, this event is our way of saying thanks! Those donors providing support of $1,000 or more during our Nov. 3 to Dec. 3 Match Campaign will be our special guests.

Wild Prairie Event Center
1610 SE 3rd, St, Newton, KS
Tuesday. December 9th from 3 – 5pm
Spouses are Welcome and Organizations – Staff and Board Members

Community Christmas Celebration - Burrton
2025-12-17 17:00 - 21:30 | Burrton City Hall, 203 N. Burrton Ave, Burrton, KS, 67020, United States
Join Us

Burrton Community Christmas, featuring a full dinner, drinks, Santa and a Santa store for kids.
