The annual Highway 24 Garage Sales will return June 5–7, 2026, bringing shoppers, travelers, and treasure hunters through communities across Kansas and Colorado, including Hoxie and Sheridan County. Stretching more than 300 miles along Highway 24 and featuring over 30 participating communities, the event has become one of the region’s most anticipated summer weekends. This year, Hoxie will feature 12 registered garage sale locations for shoppers to explore throughout the comm

The Sheridan County Community Foundation was pleased to present scholarship awards to area students during the Saturday, May 9, 2026, Commencement Ceremony at Hoxie High School. Scholarship funds currently held at the Foundation include the Opal and Adolph Harris Estate Scholarship, the Youth on the Move Scholarship, the Pheasants Forever Memorial Scholarship, and the newly established Fred L. Moss Memorial Scholarship. The Opal and Adolph Harris Estate Scholarship was establ

Child Care Aware of Kansas is proud to recognize Sheridan County Community Foundation as a Child Care Community Champion, honoring their outstanding dedication and commitment to strengthening local child care systems. This recognition is a part of the Child Care Friendly Communities initiative, a statewide program that uplifts community-led efforts to make child care accessible, sustainable, and supportive for Kansas families and providers. The Child Care Community Champion d

Residents and visitors alike are invited to take part in one of the region’s most anticipated annual events, the Highway 24 Garage Sales, taking place June 5–7, 2026. Spanning more than 300 miles across Kansas and Colorado, the event connects over 30 communities and features hundreds of garage sales along the Highway 24 corridor. Hoxie will once again serve as a key stop for shoppers seeking unique finds, antiques, and bargains, while also showcasing the welcoming spirit of S

The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) continues its commitment to strengthening local communities by awarding grant funding during its February and March cycles to support arts, youth initiatives, outdoor experiences, and critical infrastructure improvements. During the February grant cycle, SCCF approved funding for two projects that enhance community engagement and youth access. The Main Street Arts Council was awarded $6,000.00 to support the Hoxie production of

The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF), an affiliate of the Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation, has announced it is seeking applicants for the position of Executive Director as it undergoes an upcoming leadership transition. The Foundation’s current Executive Director Karl Pratt has accepted the role of Chief Executive Officer with the Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation (GNWKCF), marking a significant advancement and reflecting the strength of l

The Sheridan County Community Foundation is launching a County-wide Strategic Planning Initiative to help shape the future of Sheridan County. This effort will focus on key priorities including aging facilities such as schools and the hospital, infrastructure needs like sidewalks, wastewater systems, and waterlines, housing availability, parks and recreation, public services, small business support, and overall economic growth. At the center of this initiative is a community-

The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) is inviting local high school students to apply for two student leadership opportunities designed to help young people develop leadership skills while making a meaningful impact in their community. Applications are now open for both the Youth Ambassador Program (YAP) and the Sheridan County Youth Action Council (YAC), with a deadline of April 1, 2026. These programs provide Sheridan County students with unique opportunities to l

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

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

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

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

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

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,

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

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

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.

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

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

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