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List of Funds

A fund is a separate trust with its own donors and philanthropic purpose. The funds held by the Sheridan County Community Foundation are invested with the Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation (GNWKCF); however, donors may designate a different investment entity.


Establishing a Fund with us is a simple process. Our staff is committed to helping donors meet their charitable interests through the exploration of charitable giving vehicles, determining the appropriate fund type, or assisting with planned giving techniques.

List of Funds: Membership

Cultivate Sheridan County Fund

The Fund was established in 2017 through a matching initiative provided by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation. Incoming donations into this endowment fund were eligible for a $1 for $1 match up to $50,000 during the designated Match Month. The Hansen Foundation has pledged to continue this annual match challenge through 2025. We are eager to open this fund up for grant applications in the near future!

Dane G. Hansen Community "Pass-through" Grant Fund

From 2014 through 2021, the Hansen Foundation distributed $100,000 a year to each of the 26 counties. Beginning in 2022, the pass-through grant funds reduced to $50,000 each year in conjunction with the announcement of new funding opportunities for the countywide community foundations through the matching initiative. Area organizations can apply for funding to support your projects and activities. Deadline is the last day of each month.

Bainter Family Fund

The Bainter Family Fund is a Donor Advised Fund which is a charitable fund in which the donor recommends grants to charitable organizations of his / her choice.

Gerald A. & Darlene R. Schaffer Fund

Thanks to the Schaffer Family, this newly established endowment Fund will provide grant funding to projects and organizations within Hoxie and Sheridan County. Grant oversight and awards will be determined by the SCCF Board of Directors.

Hoxie Cemetery Fund

This endowment Fund was established in 2023 by anonymous donors. The annual net income from the fund will be distributed to the City of Hoxie, Hoxie, KS for the maintenance of the Hoxie Cemetery.

Hoxie Community Fund

This endowment Fund was established in 2022 to financially assist organizations and/or projects focused on improving the community of Hoxie within Sheridan County, Kansas.

Kathy Bergin-Schiltz Memorial Fund

The Kathy Bergin-Schiltz Memorial Fund was established to honor Kathy, a beloved coach and teacher at the Hoxie schools. The fund supports programs and causes that would have been important to her.

Main Street Arts Council Fund

This Fund was established by the Main Street Arts Council in support of its ongoing programs and activities. It is an organizational fund in which MSAC can grant back a portion to itself annually for operational support.

Opal and Adolph Harris Estate Scholarship Fund for Hoxie

A memorial scholarship to honor Opal and Adolph Harris was established with the foundation; first scholarships awarded were in 2016 to two (2) Hoxie graduating seniors.

SCCF Benefit Fund

This Fund supports any charitable cause to benefit residents in Sheridan County, Kansas and/or the communities within as determined by the Sheridan County Attorney.

SCCF Properties LLC Fund

This Fund holds the assets and supports the endeavors of the Sheridan County Daycare Duplex Facility located in Hoxie.

Selden Community Fund

This endowment Fund was established in 2021 to assist with projects and needs within the Selden community. The City of Selden board will provide oversight of this Fund. Donors may continue to make contributions and leave memorial donations that will provide grant funding for generations to come.

Sheridan County Arts & Culture Fund

This endowment Fund was established in 2022 to financially assist organizations and/or projects focused on arts and/or culture-related initiatives within Sheridan County, Kansas.

Sheridan County Community Foundation Operating Endowment Fund

The Fund was established as a means for the long-term stability and sustainability of the Sheridan County Community Foundation. Each year, SCCF can grant a portion for use in our annual operating budget.

Sheridan County Community Foundation Operating Fund

The Fund was established to hold the current fiscal year's operational funding.

Sheridan County Community Initiative Fund

The Sheridan County Community Initiative Fund was established to support community development projects and programs in Sheridan County, Kansas. This fund also currently accepts donations received each year specifically for use in the purchase of school supplies for students in need in the Hoxie School District.

Sheridan County Health Complex Fund

The Sheridan County Health Complex Fund was established to accept charitable contributions to provide funding for operations and for facility improvements for the Sheridan County Health Complex.

Sheridan County Health & Wellness Fund

This endowment Fund was established in 2022 to financially assist organizations and/or projects focused on health and wellness-related initiatives within Sheridan County, Kansas.

Sheridan County Historical Society Fund

This Fund was established by the Sheridan County Historical Society in support of its ongoing programs and activities. It is an organizational fund in which the Historical Society can grant back a portion to itself annually for operational support.

Sheridan County Youth & Education Fund

This endowment Fund was established in 2022 to financially assist organizations and/or projects focused on youth and educational-related initiatives within Sheridan County, Kansas.

Youth on the Move Fund

The Youth on the Move Fund has been established to offer opportunities to Sheridan County youth.

Youth on the Move Scholarship Fund

The Youth on the Move Scholarship Fund has been established to offer scholarship opportunities to Sheridan County youth.

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