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Learn 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.
Read the latest updates, giving stories and community impact from the Wichita Foundation.
Discover the latest funding announcements, initiatives and snapshots of community members changing lives in Wichita.
June 28, 2023 | Stories
There's a new instrument in our philanthropic toolbox known as impact investing.
Launched in 2022, ImpactICT at the Wichita Foundation mobilizes investments structured as affordable loans to local nonprofits or businesses. This approach generates positive impact alongside a…
Read MoreJune 28, 2023 | Stories
There's phenomenal talent among Wichita-area teens and on June 5, we welcomed Ty Collins as our first summer intern.
In her role as Data Management Intern, she will support our team in archiving, scanning and maintaining a process for documents.
Prior to joining us, Ty…
Read MoreJune 28, 2023 | Stories
Many teens struggle with mental health issues that impact their learning, friendships, decision making and health. To provide a positive outlet for youth to tackle challenges, Destination Innovation launched Word to Life in March.
The three-month program, supported by the CLASS…
Read MoreJune 28, 2023 | Stories
Our recent move to Broadway Autopark has opened more than our front doors. In May, we introduced Elevate - A Community Lab as our latest Nonprofit Elevation endeavor to transform the nonprofit landscape.
Elevate is designed to promote collaboration for nonprofits, community…
Read MoreJune 28, 2023 | Stories
What do three clothing stores, a romance bookstore and a Mexican coffee shop have in common? These distinctive businesses are part of a new chain of retail incubator spaces.
The Garages incubator initiative started in 2019 by The Workroom Owner Janelle King with support from…
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.
