This episode of The GMCF Podcast features the Chair of the GMCF Arts Committee, Jackie Hartman-Borck. GMCF President/CEO Vern Henricks and Podcast host, Dave Lewis, talk with Jackie about the growth and future of the arts culture in Manhattan, Kansas State University, and the surrounding area. GMCF CFAs
This episode of the GMCF Podcast features Lori Bishop, Director of the Flint Hills Volunteer Center, K-State Police Chief, Ronnie Grice, and former Salvation Army worker, Deb Abner, as we preview a special event, "A Day of Remembrance," to be held Friday, September 10th, in Manhattan City Park, in recognition of the 20th anniversary of the events that occurred September 11, 2001. GMCF CFAs...
Long-time Dean of Kansas State University's College of Education, Mike Holen, also serves on the advisory board for the YES! Fund, tells GMCF Podcast host, Dave Lewis, the story of how the YES! Fund got started and whom they've served. Find out more about the YES! Fund at www.yesmanhattan.org. Timelines: 0:00. Introduction 1:00 The formation of the YES! Fund 4:30. Local giving to the fund 7:00. Initial donors 8:10. Involvement with Kansas State University 11:30 Local impact 13:10 YES! Fund benef...
A unique opportunity to explore Manhattan restaurants is coming in June! Dine Out for the Konza United Way is going to be a GREAT long-term adventure. The focus for the inaugural event will be to highlight the wonderful, unique dining experiences in Manhattan, and generate awareness and funds for the Konza United Way. In this episode of the GMCF podcast, Tara Claussen, Executive Director of the Konza United Way, explains how this “Restaurant Week” experience will become an annual Manhattan favor...
Meet Chalice Carter, a 2021 Manhattan High School graduate, who was selected by the Manhattan Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan as the club’s “Youth of the Year.” Carter was then chosen as the “Kansas Youth of the Year” and qualified for regional competition. Learn more about Chalice’s experiences in the Junction City and Manhattan schools, and what she’s discovered about herself through the Boys and Girls Club! #chalicecarter #youthoftheyear #boysandgirlsclub Bgclubmanhattan.com #gmcf #foundatio...
Host Dave Lewis visits with retired US Army generals Bill Turner and Phil Mattox about the AFCF’s mission and events. GMCF CFAs
Here's a teaser on the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation's work in the Manhattan community through podcasts. The host, Dave Lewis, will be hosting severl podcasts each month, featuring local non-profit organizations, their events, and the people that contribute significantly to the community. #GMCF #Gr#ManhattanKansas #MHK #Non-profits #fundraising #foundations GMCF President/CEO Vern Henricks and Vice President Elaine Dhuyvetter preview Grow Green Match Day, April 22nd. GMCF CFAs...
Today's episode features Trent Jones, Executive Director, and Melissa Soldan, Development Director, of the Boys and Girls' Club of Manhattan. We'll be talking about the club's upcoming Casino Night, Friday, April 30th. Made your reservations for The Boys and Club of Manhattan's 22nd annual Casino Night? Get yours today at bgclubmanhattan.com/cn2021 GMCF CFAs
