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The Heartland Community Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Savannah Downing as the new Trego County Development Director. Savannah brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for community engagement to the foundation.

Heartland Community Foundation Welcomes Savannah Downing as Trego County Development Director
August 7, 2024
HAYS, Kan.— The Heartland Community Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Savannah Downing as the new Trego County Development Director. Savannah brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for community engagement to the foundation.
Give Fest 2024
July 1, 2024
The Heartland Community Foundation is thrilled to announce Give Fest 2024, a 24-hour giving event that unites Ellis, Rooks, and Trego counties in a shared mission to support local nonprofit organizations. Save the date for October 10, 2024, this exciting day is designed to increase philanthropy, energize community spirit, and spotlight the life-changing work of our local nonprofits. Registration is now open for nonprofits that would like to participate.

USD 271

"When learning how to deal with emotions, it can be messy, so having a calm space to learn in is so crucial," said Kaci Nichols, Stockton Grade School Counselor.

A grant was awarded to USD 271 to support the new Tiger Read Regulation Room at Stockton Grade School.

USD 208

Biology students at Trego Community High School received new microscopes from a grant enabling them to see bacteria and other small structures that were not visible using prior 30-year old equipment.

"My students, a fellow science teacher, and I greatly appreciate the opportunity that this grant has provided," said James Burk, Biology teacher.

City of Ellis

The City of Ellis received a $10,000 grant to help construct a new swimming pool. The new pool will include a zero entry on one end with a diving board on the other.

The pool is expected to open on the first Tuesday after Memorial Day in May 2021!