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Hoxie launches downtown Pocket Park, 60-foot historic mural, and community storytelling project
Exciting things are happening on Hoxie’s Main Street as the long-envisioned Pocket Park project officially moves toward construction in 2026. Years ago, the Sheridan County Community Foundation held a vote in which the community indicated a project they would like to see happen in Hoxie. The winner idea at that time was to transform the long-empty lot between the Hirsh & Abbott Law Office and First State Bank into a vibrant “Pocket Park.” After years of dreaming, planning, an

Karl Pratt
Feb 193 min read


SCCF Invites Community to New Office Open House on February 26
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) invites the public to attend a New Office Open House on Thursday, February 26, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Foundation’s new permanent home located at 812 Main Street in Hoxie. The open house celebration follows SCCF’s recent purchase of the downtown building, marking a major milestone in the Foundation’s continued growth and long-term commitment to serving Sheridan County. The new space provides a centralized, welcoming

Karl Pratt
Feb 162 min read


SCCF closes out 2025 awarding $22k+ in grants in November and December
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) closed out 2025 by awarding a total of $22,128.99 in grant funding to a variety of local and regional partners during its November and December grant cycles combined. These grants support projects that strengthen community services, infrastructure, collaboration, and quality of life across Sheridan County and Northwest Kansas. During the November grant cycle, SCCF awarded funding to the following projects: Fellowship of Christia

Karl Pratt
Feb 53 min read


New scholarship established in memory of Dr. Fred L. Moss to support Hoxie High School graduates
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) is proud to announce the creation of the Fred L. Moss Memorial Scholarship, a new scholarship opportunity established by the Moss family in loving memory of Dr. Fred L. Moss, DVM. The scholarship has been made possible through generous memorial donations received in his honor, along with contributions from family members, and will support graduating seniors of Hoxie High School as they pursue post-secondary education. Dr. Fred L

Karl Pratt
Jan 303 min read


Scholarship opportunities available for Sheridan County graduating seniors
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) is proud to offer multiple scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors from Sheridan County who are pursuing post-secondary education. The Foundation currently administers four local scholarship funds, and two additional scholarship opportunities managed by the Thomas County Community Foundation in Colby are also open to Sheridan County seniors based on eligibility criteria. Eligible students are encouraged to s

Karl Pratt
Jan 292 min read


Foundation offering paid summer internships through Nex-Gen Program
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) is pleased to announce its 2026 Summer Internship Program, offering two paid internship positions for high school and college students interested in gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit work, philanthropy, and local economic development. These paid internship opportunities are made possible through SCCF’s participation in the Nex-Gen Internship Program, a workforce development initiative of Nex-Generation Round Up for Youth,

Karl Pratt
Jan 232 min read


New Permanent Office Marks Milestone for SCCF
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) is pleased to announce the purchase of a permanent office building located at 812 Main Street in Hoxie, marking a significant milestone in the Foundation’s continued growth and long-term commitment to serving Sheridan County. The acquisition of this building establishes a “forever home” for the Foundation, providing a centralized, welcoming space to better serve donors, nonprofit partners, businesses, community leaders, and resi

Karl Pratt
Jan 152 min read


Foundation Announces Record-Breaking November Match Month Total
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its 2025 November Match Month campaign, which raised $119,259.78 from more than 130 generous donors across Sheridan County and beyond. Thanks to this strong community support, SCCF unlocked the full matching opportunities provided by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation and the Patterson Family Foundation, resulting in a total campaign impact of $319,259.78. Local donations raised dur

Karl Pratt
Dec 29, 20253 min read


Tripling the Impact: Match Month Campaign Nears Halfway Mark
The Sheridan County Community Foundation’s annual Match Month campaign is gaining exciting momentum, with $48,049.78 raised to date — nearly halfway to the $100,000 goal and just a third of the way through November. This year’s campaign offers a powerful opportunity for donors to triple their impact. Every dollar contributed during November will be matched with an additional $2 thanks to generous support from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation and the Patterson Family Foundation.

Karl Pratt
Nov 10, 20252 min read


2025 Match Month Campaign: Building a better today and tomorrow
November has arrived, and with it comes one of the most powerful giving opportunities of the year for Sheridan County. The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) has officially launched its 10th Annual Match Month campaign, a month-long effort to raise $100,000 in local donations that will be tripled in value through matching support from two partner foundations. Throughout the month of November, every gift made to SCCF will go three times as far thanks to the Dane G. Ha

Karl Pratt
Oct 31, 20253 min read


Sheridan County Community Foundation Launches 10th Annual November Match Month Campaign
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) will kick off its 10th consecutive November Match Month next week, inviting donors to help raise $100,000 in local contributions that will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation and the Patterson Family Foundation—tripling every gift and growing SCCF’s capacity to fund community needs for generations. Through the Hansen Foundation’s Match Month initiative, every dollar raised in November—up to $50,000—will

Karl Pratt
Oct 27, 20254 min read


SCCF Awards $24,404 in October Grants and Prepares for November Match Month Campaign
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) has awarded a total of $24,404.20 in grant funding to four local organizations during its October grant cycle, supporting projects that strengthen education, culture, and community well-being across Sheridan County. USD 412 Hoxie Community Schools received $11,000.00 from the Cultivate Sheridan County Fund to assist with the Track Renovation Project, aimed at improving the safety and accessibility for students and residents who

Karl Pratt
Oct 20, 20253 min read


Leopold Family establishes Legacy Fund to strengthen Sheridan County
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) is honored to announce the creation of the “David E. and Janet S. Leopold Family Fund,” a new donor-advised fund that reflects the Leopolds’ enduring commitment to Sheridan County and their dedication to giving back to the community that has been their lifelong home. As a Donor Advised Fund, the Leopolds will have the flexibility to recommend grants to nonprofit organizations that reflect their charitable passions. The fund will

Karl Pratt
Oct 13, 20253 min read


Sheridan County Pop-Up Event-Supporting local businesses and organizations
The Kansas Sampler Foundation’s “Big Kansas Road Trip Pop Up” event is coming to Sheridan County this weekend on Saturday, Oct. 4,...

Karl Pratt
Sep 29, 20252 min read


Sheridan County Pop-Up Event invites visitors and locals to Explore, Shop, and Sing
The Kansas Sampler Foundation’s “Big Kansas Road Trip Pop-Up” event is coming to Sheridan County on Saturday, Oct. 4, bringing a full day...

Karl Pratt
Sep 25, 20252 min read
Sheridan County makes strides toward healthier living with Hoxie Walking Park Paint Project
By Kerissa Payne, Sheridan County Economic Development Program Officer Hoxie, Kansas — September 16, 2025 — Sheridan County continues...
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Sep 18, 20252 min read
Payne awarded the Friend of Affordable Housing Grant
By Kerissa Payne, Sheridan County Economic Development Program Officer Hoxie, Kansas — September 18, 2025 — Sheridan County Economic...
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Sep 18, 20252 min read


Sheridan County to host Big Kansas Road Trip Pop Up
Sheridan County will play host to the Kansas Sampler Foundation’s third Big Kansas Road Trip Pop Up of the year on Saturday, October 4....

Karl Pratt
Sep 18, 20252 min read


Historical Society establishes new Organizational Fund to support local projects
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) is proud to announce the creation of a new Organizational Fund: the Sheridan County...

Karl Pratt
Sep 11, 20252 min read


Heim Family establishes new Donor-Advised Fund to benefit Sheridan County
The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) is honored to announce the creation of the “Gerald W. and Helen M. Heim Family Fund,” a...

Karl Pratt
Sep 8, 20253 min read
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