NEWS & INSIGHTS

Read the latest updates, giving stories and community impact from the Wichita Foundation.

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Discover the latest funding announcements, initiatives and snapshots of community members changing lives in Wichita.

Plan for your year-end giving

December 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

Wichita Foundation Amphitheater sparks new beginnings

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,…

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Wichita Documenters are bridging the information gap

December 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…

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Meet our three new team members

September 26, 2024 | Stories

WF is in growth mode. In late July, we welcomed Micaela Ramirez as our Strategic Initiatives Manager. In October, we will onboard Jessica Treadwell as our Campaign & Major Gifts Officer and Seth Boles as our Marketing & Graphic Design Coordinator.  

Get to know each team… Read More

Four local leaders join WF’s Board of Directors

September 26, 2024 | Stories

The Wichita Foundation was created by residents dedicated to making a positive investment in our community. Our leadership reflects that goal and in July, we welcomed four new members to our Board of Directors: 

  • Bree Cox, media relations professional 
  • Pat Gearhart, Director…
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