The Hansen Foundation has partnered with community foundations throughout the Northwest Kansas region to help improve the quality of life for communities in the region. As a result, SVCF is allocated funding from the Hansen Foundation to help support grant-making within Mitchell County. This funding can be used to support projects or programs that address the following:

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• Education: Enhances the learning environment and expands opportunities for students. Provides increased self-reliance on personal life skills and workforce capability.

• Health Care: Ensures access to quality health services and promotes healthy life practices. 

• Community Social Services & Security: Enhances access to social services needed for individuals of special needs and supports systems to provide community disaster relief and general community emergencies. 

• Conservation & Environment: Supports efforts to improve and maintain high air and water quality, appreciation for our natural environment, and enhances economic and social benefits of outdoor resources. 

• Arts & Culture: Provides cultural and artistic opportunities to enhance the quality of life for local residents and to encourage tourism and the exchange of ideas. 

• Community Beautification: Supports efforts to improve and maintain public spaces to enhance community pride and encourage socialization among residents.

 Preference is given to applications that include community involvement and volunteerism. Grants shall not be used to reduce or replace regular budgetary needs for programs or projects that are tax-supported. Grants are not awarded for endowment or operational expenses.