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Learn about our efforts to solve local needs by collaborating with fund holders, nonprofits and partners. Together, we’re naming the change we want to see for Wichita.
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November 03, 2023 | News
A growing coalition of funders today announced the next phase of their plan to strengthen local news at an unprecedented level: Press Forward Locals. A network of local chapters across the country—starting in Alaska; Chicago; Minnesota; Philadelphia; Springfield, Illinois; and…
Read MoreOctober 10, 2023 | Stories
There's a powerful wave of people flexing their storytelling muscles to deliver information in communities. We recognize that these local informers contribute to Wichita's news ecosystem, and have partnered with Tiny News Collective (TNC) to jumpstart nearby information concepts…
Read MoreOctober 10, 2023 | Stories
Leadership is key to building community and the Foundation will continue to fuel local impact with the addition of four new members to our Board of Directors.
October 10, 2023 | Insights
Our team strives to make giving simple, easy and impactful. It starts with a vision to spark change in our community. Then our Director of Philanthropy, Meghan Doyle, works hand-in-hand with current and prospective donors to reach their charitable goals.
There are common…
Read MoreOctober 10, 2023 | Insights
Across the country, local news organizations are dangerously decreasing. Why does this alarming fact matter in Wichita? Flip through our latest publication or preview a snippet below to find out.
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Read MoreLearn about our efforts to solve local needs by collaborating with fund holders, nonprofits and partners. Together, we’re naming the change we want to see for Wichita.
