Community Grant Supports New Mural in Burr Oak

"Hundreds of people annually drive by and can't help but have a more positive attitude about the state of our small town," said grantee Jessica Barnes about the new Burr Oak mural along Hwy 128.
Artist Callum McNichols painted the main body of the mural and invited the rest of the community to paint the accompanying barn quilts.
Jewell County Exceeds Match Month Goal
April 22, 2022March 2022 was another successful Match Month for the Jewell County Community Foundation (JCCF). The Foundation received $56,775 in donations, and when matched by $1.50 to each $1 by Dane G. Hansen Foundation, the overall total is over $125,000.
Jewell County Community Foundation accepting grant applications
February 28, 2022MANKATO, Kan.— The Jewell County Community Foundation is accepting applications for spring grants. Online applications open March 1 and are due Sunday, May 1, 2022.