Impact Stories

Esbon acquired a fire truck through the Kansas Forest Department for use by the Esbon Fire Department. Thanks to a grant from the community foundation, Fire District #3 was able to equip the old fire truck with a new tank, cradle, TFI remote...

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A grant from the community foundation allowed citizens from the City of Mankato to purchase a 21' pop-up Christmas tree for City Park during the holiday season. The first annual event of lighting the tree in the park sparked a positive influence...

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"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 Burr Oak mural. The mural welcomes people driving on Hwy 128. Artist Callum McNichols...

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The City of Jewell installed new welcome signs in their downtown after participating in a "First Impressions," program with Miltonvale. "The signs will help create a more vibrant, and welcoming downtown area," said grantee Shelby Bohnert.

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The Burn Association was awarded a grant to upgrade their trucks and tanks with new equipment to have safer and more efficient burns. "What a blessing to receive this grant! We operate on a very small budget and these grants make a difference" said...

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