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Philanthropy Today Gateway to Giving GMCF Scholarship Stories (Tara Ploeger Scholarship) - Episode 180

Oct 15 2024 23 mins  
Today we chatted with Rachelle Wertenberger & Kent Saylor about how a beloved classmate's legacy inspires and transforms lives even after tragedy strikes. Join us as we honor Tara Ploeger through a heartfelt conversation with Kent and Rachel, who share their deeply personal connections with Tara and the scholarship created in her memory. You'll hear how an unexpected tragedy le

Philanthropy Today Gateway to Giving GMCF Scholarship Stories (Pat McDaniel Scholarship) - Episode 179

Oct 08 2024 29 mins  
Today we chatted with Morree Floersch Chairperson of the Clay Center Community Improvement Foundation and Bill Oetinger President of the Clay County Education Endowment Association (CCEEA). Listen as Bill retells the remarkable journey of the CCEEA, whose humble beginnings over two decades ago have transformed into a powerhouse for local scholarships, bolstered by the incredible $2

Philanthropy Today Gateway to Giving GMCF Scholarship Stories (AAUW scholarship) - Episode 178

Oct 01 2024 19 mins  
Today we talked with Claudia Jones and Nicole Kucherov about The American Association of University Women (AAUW) scholarships and its role in empowering women since the 1920s. Claudia, an AAUW board member, shares the AAUW's incredible history and community contributions such as traveling libraries and Depression-era daycare support. Listen to Nicole's heartfelt experience as a non

Philanthropy Today Gateway to Giving GMCF Scholarship Stories (Penny Wika) - Episode 177

Sep 24 2024 20 mins  
In this episode, Dave Lewis sat down with Penny Wika, who, alongside her late husband Norris, has devoted her life to enriching education and fostering philanthropy in Wamego. Penny's inspiring transition from a career in journalism to becoming a beloved teacher at Manhattan High School, the story behind the creation of the Norris and Penny Wika Scholarship, a $1,000 renewable annu

Philanthropy Today Gateway to Giving GMCF Scholarship Stories (Linda Fincham and Hailey Stevens) - Episode 176

Sep 17 2024 19 mins  
Today we talked with Linda Fincham, Vice President of the Frankfort Community Foundation Board of Directors, and Haley Stevens, a former scholarship recipient. Linda provides a heartfelt account of her parents' memorial funds and their dedication to supporting local students pursuing medical careers. Peek into the lives of those who juggle work, school, and family, and learn how a

Philanthropy Today Gateway to Giving GMCF Scholarship Stories (Edee Nichols and Vern Henricks) - Episode 175

Sep 10 2024 18 mins  
Today, we talked with GMCF’s President and CEO Vern Henricks, and Gants & Scholarships Coordinator Edee Nichols about the impact of GMCF’s scholarship initiatives, from the heartwarming origins fueled by donor interests and memorial funds to the tangible success stories from students in the community of Clay Center, Atchison, Dover, Wamego, and Manhattan, Kansas. You'll lea

Philanthropy Today Gateway to Giving GMCF Scholarship Stories (Jason & Jill Selland and Trey Lockwood) - Episode 174

Sep 03 2024 25 mins  
Today, we talked with Jason & Jill Selland and Trey Lockwood about the inspiration behind establishing a scholarship to honor influential educators Jay Logan and Larry Potroff and discover how these teachers shaped the Sellands' lives and inspired them to give back to their community. Jason & Jill share touching stories of past recipients who have gone on to positively impa

Philanthropy Today Gateway to Giving GMCF Scholarship Stories (Ken Culbertson and Monroe Say) - Episode 173

Aug 27 2024 18 mins  
Today, we chatted with Ken Culbertson Monroe Say, about the motivation behind establishing the Home Care and Hospice Employee Education Fund scholarship. Ken opens up about the journey that led to the creation of this scholarship, fulfilling his wife Rhoda's final wish to support the compassionate hospice staff. Over the past eight years, this scholarship has paved the way for ten

GMCF Cornerstone Awards Wrap-Up - Philanthropy Today Episode 172

Aug 20 2024 22 mins  
To wrap up our GMCF Cornerstone Award Series, we chatted with Vern Henricks GMCF’s President and CEO about his interviews with the 25 GMCF Cornerstone Award winners. We dove into the impact of the individuals who have envisioned and shaped the foundation’s legacy throughout our 25-year history. Learn how the foundation has navigated initial challenges and evolved to create last

GMCF Cornerstone Vision Award Winner Mark Knackendoffel - Philanthropy Today Episode 171

Aug 13 2024 25 mins  
Today, we chatted with Mark Knackendoffel, the recipient of the Vision Cornerstone Award at the Community Foundation Awards. This award recognizes those who saw the potential of what a community foundation could do for Manhattan. During our discussion, Mark shared his journey from leading the trust department at First National Bank to founding his own company and becoming a key pla