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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.
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:
September 26, 2024 | Stories
TMBP Media* launched a new podcast, “BLACK in One Piece,” during Juneteenth to amplify voices in the Black community through thought-provoking interviews. Hosted by founder Dr. Latasha Eley Kelly, the show creates a space for guests to share their stories, challenges, and…
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In early 2024*, the SHOUT quickly established itself as a hub for art and entertainment news in Wichita and the surrounding area. Founders Emily Christensen and Teri Mott set out to create an online platform that showcases concerts, gallery openings, plays, comedy shows and…
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Planeta Venus, founded by Claudia Amaro, is breaking down the barriers that prevent Hispanic and Latinx populations from accessing timely and essential news. With over 3,000 readers receiving the print edition and a growing bilingual digital platform, the news outlet is…
Read MoreSeptember 26, 2024 | Stories
In a move set to reshape Wichita’s local news landscape, four Wichita-based publications – The Community Voice, The (Kansas Leadership Center) Journal, Wichita by E.B., and Wichita Life ICT – are leading the charge toward building a sustainable news organization. These…
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.
