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January 30, 2025 | News
Our hearts go out to the families of those impacted by the tragic collision of Flight 5342 from Wichita, Kansas to Washington, D.C. We offer our deepest condolences and support to their families, loved ones, and all those touched in our communities by this heartbreaking…
Read MoreDecember 17, 2024 | News
Original article from Tiny News Collective newsroom
One of the best partnerships in the brief history of Tiny News Collective is getting even better, with the Wichita Foundation’s Press Forward Wichita renewing and enhancing its initial investment in three Wichita news…
Read MoreDecember 10, 2024 | News
As we approach the end of the year, many of our generous partners wish to make gifts and grants before the year ends. Mark your calendars with these critical deadlines to complete all your gifts and grants intended for 2024. View our printable PDF guide for year-end… Read More
December 10, 2024 | Stories
On September 20, the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater made its grand debut at the Exploration Place Drone Light Festival. Despite weather setbacks, the festival energized the riverfront, drawing crowds to celebrate and experience this new community space.
Throughout the weekend,…
Read MoreDecember 10, 2024 | Stories
Since its summer launch, the Wichita Documenters program has been hard at work fostering civic engagement and increasing transparency within local government.
The program kicked off with a launch party on May 21 at the Advanced Learning Library, featuring special guests like…
Read MoreLearn about our efforts to solve local needs by collaborating with fund holders, nonprofits and partners. Together, we’re naming the change we want to see for Wichita.