Update: This event is over. The original version of this post follows: Last year we brought back a stand-alone, good-ol’ competitive softball tournament to Walnut. Let’s do it again! Come enjoy the fun while raising money for a great cause! Proceeds from this event will go to the GACF General Endowment Fund, the income from … Continue reading →
Update: This event is over. The original version of this post follows: On Thursday, July 21, 2016, K-State Research and Extension Wildcat District, MWA Financial Services, and the Girard Area Community Foundation are hosting an estate-planning seminar for local residents. The seminar is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Girard Civic Center, … Continue reading →
Update: This event is over. The original version of this post follows: The Girard Community Foundation will host a community Teacher Appreciation Day on April 15th, 2016, at 11:30. The Foundation would like to invite parents and the community to donate desserts to the school your child attends. We want to thank our school district … Continue reading →
The champions of the 2015 Dancing With Our Hometown Stars competition were Jason Lehman and Kelsey Vinze! Of course, all the couples were winners and had top-notch routines! Shireman was full, and tickets sold out thanks to everyone who came out and enjoyed a great evening of fun and laughter. Thanks to all the hard-working … Continue reading →
The Girard Area Community Foundation was pleased to award over $18,000 to 12 local organizations at its annual grant reception for 2015. 2015 GACF Competitive-Grant Recipients This year’s grants went to the following organizations for the following projects: Congratulations to this year’s grantees, and thank you for what you do to improve the Girard area! … Continue reading →
We hosted a charity auction on Saturday, October 31, at which we raised $4,000 to help build GACF’s endowment! Thank you to everyone who participated! Enjoy these photos!
Update: This event has ended. Thank you to everyone who participated, helping us raise $4,000! The original version of this post follows: On Saturday, October 31, 2015, GACF is hosting a sports memorabilia and art auction at Parrot Bey in Pittsburg, 408 N. Locust St. The doors will open at 4:30 p.m. after the PSU-Missouri … Continue reading →
Hello, softball enthusiasts and community supporters! We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming GACF 2015 Co-Ed Softball Tournament, set to take place on Saturday, September 19, 2015, in Walnut. This event promises to be a fun-filled day of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and, most importantly, a fantastic opportunity for local businesses and individuals to make a meaningful impact … Continue reading →
Update: Applications for the 2015 GACF grant cycle were due August 30, 2015, and are no longer being accepted. The original version of this post follows: The Girard Area Community Foundation announces the 2015 grant cycle. The Foundation will begin accepting applications on August 1, 2015 from local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and public institutions for … Continue reading →
Update: This event has ended. Thank you to everyone who participated! The original version of this post follows: Welcome to the Girard garden tour! We hope you enjoy the first-ever Girard Garden Tour! You are welcome to visit the featured gardens in any order. Garden Tour ticket proceeds will go to the Girard Area Community … Continue reading →