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Impact Impact Stories USD 208 Biology Grant

USD 208

Trego Community High School Biology Students Learn on New Microscopes

USD 208's High School Biology lab received a much needed upgrade with a grant to update the microscope technology for its Life Science program. Prior equipment was approximately 30 years old and students were not able to make accurate observations.

A $3,209.00 grant from the Dane G. Hansen Community Grant Fund for Trego County provided the classroom with 10 new microscopes, microscope lens adaptors, and slide sets.

"Students in my advanced Biology and Biotechnology courses really benefitted by being able to learn and use lab-grade microscopes and the ability to see bacteria and other small structures that were not visible using our previous microscopes," said James Burk, Biology teacher. "My students, a fellow science teacher, and I greatly appreciate the opportunity that this grant has provided!"

Downtown Hays Development Corp.

Thanks to a grant from the community foundation, the Downtown Hays Development Corporation was able to purchase an enclosed food trailer to utilize during community events in the area. This trailer opens many opportunities for the organization and benefits event-goers.

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Project Suitcase

Each year, an average of 125 children in Ellis County must be rescued from severe abuse, neglect or abandonment. Project Suitcase hopes to provide comfort and support to these children.

A grant from the community foundation provided funding for children removed from their home and taken to foster care with the gift of a duffle bag containing pajamas, underwear, a blanket, stuffed animal, toiletries, flashlight, small toys, snacks, and a McDonald's meal certificate.

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Via Christi

A large bright orange pedal cart has delivered lots of smiles and memories for residents of Via Christi and their "grandfriends," at Learning Cross Preschool.

A grant from the community foundation purchased a four-person pedal cart for Learning Cross Preschool to share with Via Christi's senior residents. The children and seniors enjoy sharing stories and pedaling together.

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