April 22nd is a huge day for the non-profit community in Manhattan as Grow Green Match Day provides a 50% match on donations, courtesy the Howe Family Foundation. Our guests on Philanthropy Today include Beth St. Amand, on behalf of the St. Amand Memorial Fund, Kathy Ray of Crisis Center, Inc., Rick Hernandez from the Flint Hills Community Clinic, as well as Christian Watkins and Amelia Richter from Ecumenical Campus Ministry. growgreenmanhattan.com mcfks.org GMCF CFAs...
Apr 19, 2022•17 min•Ep. 55
Today's episode features 4 non-profit leaders, describing how Grow Green Match Day helps their organizations. Philanthropy Today speaks with Chris Jacobs of the House Cafe, Tara Claussen of Konza United Way, Christina Nolte of Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice, and Vonda Copeland from Manhattan/Riley County Crimestoppers. Remember---Grow Green Match Day is April 22nd! growgreenmanhattan.com mcfks.org GMCF CFAs...
Apr 14, 2022•18 min•Ep. 54
As Grow Green Match Day approaches on Friday, April 22nd, Philanthropy Today visited with leaders in several organizations about how Grow Green Match Day financially helps them. This episode features Tod Bunting of the SAVE Farm, Rebecca Fitzgerald of Meadowlark Foundation, Scott Voos of Be Able Community, Josh Brewer of the Manhattan Area Habitat for Humanity, Melissa Soldan of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Manhattan and Lesley White of the Flint Hills Discovery Center. growgreenmanhattan.com mcf...
Apr 12, 2022•18 min•Ep. 53
The colors of Spring are coming out!!! Here to talk about some upcoming vibrant artistic efforts is GMCF's Director of Development, Kendra Kuhlman. She tells how the Diehl Family Foundation has helped support numerous public art projects, and we'll learn how Allison Bowman's poster is being utilized to support public art on Grow Green Match Day, April 22nd. growgreenmanhattan.com allisonbowman.com GMCF CFAs...
Apr 07, 2022•10 min•Ep. 52
Youth Impacting Community (Y.I.C.) is a group of high school aged youth from the Manhattan, KS area who want to make a positive difference in the lives of others. This episode of Philanthropy Today features Y.I.C.'s adviser, MaKenna Eilert, the President of the group, Claire Shamburg, and Secretary, Monroe Say. GMCF CFAs
Apr 05, 2022•12 min•Ep. 51
The Festival Of Lights is a holiday experience held annually in Manhattan's Blue Earth Plaza. On this episode of Philanthropy Today, Belinda Snyder and Brad Everett describe how "Whooville" came to be, and tell us about a new aspect to the Festival Of Lights that will begin in 2022 in honor of Everett's late wife, Amy. GMCF CFAs
Apr 01, 2022•13 min•Ep. 50
The Eichman family, which owns Midwest Concrete Materials, have been philanthropists for 4 generations! On this episode of Philanthropy Today’s, the Eichmans, who have been nominated for a CFA in the Business Philanthropy category explain why "giving back" is not only a family tradition, but their efforts extend to their employees as well. GMCF CFAs
Apr 01, 2022•9 min•Ep. 49
Kristin Guggisberg is a CFA nominee in the Rising Star category, and with good reason! Her full-time job is being director of Kansas Special Olympics, yet she is a co-founder of Laundry Love, which provides laundry services for those in need. Here's her story! GMCF CFAs
Apr 01, 2022•12 min•Ep. 48
Grow Green Match Day has a significant impact on the non-profit agencies working through the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation. On this episode of Philanthropy Today, GMCF VP of Marketing and Programs, Elaine Dhuyvetter, explains how Grow Green Match Day works and how it's grown and evolved the last 14 years. GrowGreenManhattan.com GMCF CFAs
Mar 31, 2022•10 min•Ep. 47
The GMCF's CFA Awards ceremony on March 21st, recognized a number of individuals who were nominated for their charitable efforts. There were a number of Awardees as well. On this episode of Philanthropy Today, GMCF President and CEO, Vern Henricks, recaps the CFAs. theCFAs.com GMCF CFAs
Mar 29, 2022•21 min•Ep. 46
The Manhattan Optimist Club has been providing numerous opportunities for young people in the community. Club President, Mike Fincham, and member, Jim Franke, tell Philanthropy Today about the importance of their efforts in helping kids, and speak to their reaction after being nominated for a CFA in the Civic Philanthropy category. manhattanoptimist.com thecfas.com GMCF CFAs...
Mar 18, 2022•14 min•Ep. 45
Joan McIlvaine has spent decades as a volunteer in the Manhattan community. On this episode of Philanthropy Today, Joan talks about her experiences as a volunteer, and we'll also get her reaction to be nominated for "Distinguished Volunteer" Award at the CFAs. thecfas.com GMCF CFAs
Mar 17, 2022•6 min•Ep. 44
David and Marcy Uphoff own "Early Edition" restaurants in Manhattan, and they're among the nominees for the CFA Business Philanthropy Award. In this episode of Philanthropy Today, the Uphoffs talk about their charitable efforts and how their faith is a key reason they give back to the community. Host Dave Lewis also shares his favorite breakfast meal at Early Edition. That's really important information. thecfas.com GMCF CFAs...
Mar 17, 2022•10 min•Ep. 43
Ron DeChant has immersed himself and his business at Heritage Builders into giving back to the community. On today's episode, Ron tells how his faith has inspired him to volunteer, and what it means to be nominated for the CFAs "Business Philanthropy" award. thecfas.com kansasbigs.com GMCF CFAs...
Mar 16, 2022•7 min•Ep. 42
Inspired to help through her own experiences, CFA Rising Star Nominee, Cara Bilyew, describes what led her to volunteer as a Police Response Advocate, through the Crisis Center, Inc., and how her efforts are both meaningful and therapeutic. GMCF CFAs
Mar 12, 2022•9 min•Ep. 41
Debbie Madsen and her mother were living in the Dix Addition of Manhattan in 1993. That portion of MHK was drastically damaged in the flood that summer. Debbie witnessed how the community came to the aid of her and her neighbors, and was inspired to work as a volunteer. Nearly 30 years later, Debbie has been nominated as a "Distinguished Volunteer" at the upcoming Community Foundation Awards ( thecfas.com ). She's a regular volunteer with the Flint Hills Breadbasket, Habitat for Humanity and the...
Mar 12, 2022•10 min•Ep. 40
Among the CFA's Rising Star nominees is Crystal Bryant-Kearns. Crystal works on Fort Riley at the USO, where she helps soldiers and military families. She's also quite involved in the area as a volunteer! On this episode of Philanthropy Today, we'll learn more about Crystal's passion for her work and community. GMCF CFAs
Mar 08, 2022•14 min•Ep. 39
The Manhattan Lions Club was recently nominated for a CFA award for it's civic philanthropy. Club President, Dave Schafer, describes what the Lions club is all about, and talks about their local projects and efforts. For membership information, you can contact Dave via email: davideschafer@msn.com GMCF CFAs
Mar 03, 2022•19 min•Ep. 38
The 9th Annual CFA awards ceremony is March 21st at the Manhattan Conference Center. In this episode of Philanthropy Today, GMCF's Vern Henricks and Elaine Dhuyvetter give us a preview of the nominees and other awards. Reserve your seats at theCFAs.com. GMCF CFAs
Mar 01, 2022•15 min•Ep. 37
The GMCF has 15 affiliate partner organizations ranging from veteran's organizations to small communities. Leslie Scoby heads up the Sabetha Community Foundation, and is now working as the affiliate coordinator for the GMCF. On this episode of Philanthropy Today, Vern and Dave visit with Leslie and learn more about how other foundations can benefit from the resources of the GMCF. GMCF CFAs...
Feb 24, 2022•22 min•Ep. 36
The GMCF's Young Trustees committee was formed several years ago to better engage young professionals into the Foundation's work. This episode features the co-chairs of the Young Trustees, Sarah Siders and M.L. Latimore. They share how they became involved and their vision for the organization. GMCF CFAs
Feb 22, 2022•18 min•Ep. 35
The mission of the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation is to build relationships between donors and community needs. Elaine Dhuyvetter is the GMCF’s VP for Marketing and Programs. In this episode of Philanthropy Today, Elaine describes how grants from donated funds are distributed to non-profit organizations. GMCF CFAs
Feb 17, 2022•14 min•Ep. 34
Dave Baker was K-State's first black head Baseball coach and had a long career in athletics. After his retirement, Baker came back to his hometown of Manhattan, Kansas. He's been deeply involved in the Manhattan Parks and Recreation Department's development of the Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex and the city's annual Juneteenth celebration. In recognition of Black History Month, Baker recalls the lives of a number of African-Americans from Manhattan, and the impact they made locally on rac...
Feb 15, 2022•17 min•Ep. 33
"Home Is Where The Heart Is" is the theme for an upcoming event to benefit Manhattan Area Habitat for Humanity. MAHFH's Executive Director, Josh Brewer, and Development Manager, Ben Deaver, tell host Dave Lewis about the event coming Saturday, February 12th, at Manhattan's Sunset Zoo. Get your tickets and find out more at mahfh.org . You'll also learn more about Restore and how MAHFH is assisting in the local resettlement of Afghani refugees. GMCF CFAs...
Feb 10, 2022•15 min•Ep. 32
Marla Brandon is the GMCF's Vice President of Finance. In this episode of "Philanthropy Today," Marla describes the processes involved in the distribution of funds. GMCF CFAs
Feb 08, 2022•7 min•Ep. 31
The GMCF utilizes a variety of social media platforms to keep the community up to date. This episode features Felix Jimenez and MaKenna Eilert as they discuss how the work they do brings together donors and community needs. GMCF President/CEO, Vern Henricks also speaks of the importance of social media in the Foundation's works. GMCF CFAs
Feb 03, 2022•12 min•Ep. 30
This episode features GMCF's Director of Investment Services, Gary Fees, and he and Vern Henricks discuss the processes involved in making your contributions to the Foundation more impactful. GMCF CFAs
Feb 01, 2022•12 min•Ep. 29
Arts in Manhattan are flourishing! GMCF's Director of Program Development, Kendra Kuhlman, tell Dave about a new fund for arts projects in the community, a poster contest and a new effort to establish a sculpture in downtown Manhattan. GMCF CFAs
Jan 27, 2022•10 min•Ep. 28
Here's a look back at the GMCF's CFA Awards. GMCF President and CEO, Vern Henricks, "The Middles" Blade Mages and Kehoulani Krimbill join "Philanthropy Today" and CFA host, Dave Lewis. GMCF CFAs
Jan 25, 2022•14 min•Ep. 27
Here's both a review of 2021 and a preview of 2022, featuring incoming GMCF Board Chair, Therese Miller, and the 2022 Chair, Jackie Hartman Borck, share their visions for the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation. GMCF President/CEO, Vern Henricks also tells us of new directives the Foundation will focus on in the future. GMCF CFAs
Jan 14, 2022•10 min•Ep. 26
