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Grants

We offer a range of grant opportunities to qualified charitable organizations, including 501c3 nonprofits, educational, governmental and religious institutions.
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Scholarships

We offer scholarships to assist and encourage promising students, including those challenged by educational costs. Application deadline is April 1.
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Donors

Together, we can create a bright future for Kansas and the people who call Ellsworth County area home. We take the time to understand what is important to you, so that we can provide expert advice to maximize your charitable giving.
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News from the Community Foundation

GRANT SEASON IS OPEN!

The Smoky Hills Community Foundation is proud to support projects that have a shared community purpose, like this portable safety fencing! Thanks to a grant, it was used at the

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11 · 2 · 24 – Save The Date!

Exciting New Event Announcement: Save the Date for Ellsworth County’s Social Night Out! We’re thrilled to announce a fresh and exciting event for the Smoky Hills Community Foundation! Mark your

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telling OUR story

St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Wilson, Kansas, stands as more than just a building—it’s a living narrative. Established in the late 1800s by Irish and Bohemian immigrants, it has weathered fires,

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Colby Richard

Executive Director

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