Philanthropy Today

Today, we spoke with GMCF’s 2019-2020 Board of Directors Chair, Matt Paquette. We chatted about his year as board chair, his personal and professional involvement with the foundation, and his adaptability during the initial months of the pandemic. GMCF CFAs

Today, we spoke with GMCF’s 2018-2019 Board of Directors Chair, Dean Thibault. We discussed his involvement with the foundation from the beginning, his year as board chair, and serving the Manhattan community by volunteering in various charitable organizations.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we talked with GMCF’s 2017-2018 Board of Directors Chair, Karen Roberts. We talked about her work through Fairy Godmothers, Karen’s initial involvement with GMCF while working in the USD 383 School District, and her family’s legacy of giving.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we talked with GMCF’s 2016-2017 Board of Directors Chair, Neil Helmick. We chatted about being a GMCF trustee, becoming a member of the executive board, and his experience as chair of the board of directors.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we talked with GMCF’s 2015-2016 Board of Directors Chair, Jodi Kaus. We chatted about her initial involvement with GMCF, being behind the scenes from the beginning, getting her children involved in our Youth Impacting Community program, and starting the Young Trustee Program here at GMCF.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we chatted with GMCF’s 2014-2015 Board of Director Chair, Neil Horton. We discussed his term as Board of Directors Chair, the various programs started during his year as Board Chair, and the legacy of philanthropy he has built over the past 25 years. GMCF CFAs

Today, we chatted with GMCF’s 2013-2014 Board of Director Chair, Jim Gordon. We discussed his second term as Board of Directors President, the hiring of our CEO Vern Henricks, and the impact GMCF has had on the community for the last 25 years. GMCF CFAs

Today, we talked with GMCF’s 2012-2013 Board of Director President, Dennis Mullin. We discussed his influence on the formation of GMCF, the Goldstein Foundation’s impact on GMCF’s growth, his involvement with various non-profit organizations, and an insightful philosophy on hiring practices. GMCF CFAs

Today, we chatted with GMCF’s 2011-2012 Board of Director President, Terry Arthur. We discussed  Terry’s father’s legacy of philanthropy and service to the community, his involvement with various non-profit organizations, and the formation of GMCF’s first supporting organization, The Community Foundation of The Flint Hills, now named The Goldstein Foundation. GMCF CFAs

Today, we caught up with GMCF’s 2009-2010 Board of Director President, Don Wissman. In our conversation, we discussed  Don’s thoughts on GMCF’s affiliate program, the move to change the foundation's name from Manhattan Community Foundation to The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation during his term, and his admiration for how well community leaders work together.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we chatted with GMCF’s 2007-2008 Board of Director President, Tom Fryer. We discussed the economic downturn during his year as the president, his work raising money to get one of the Kansas Health Foundation matches, and how leaders with integrity help bridge trust between the community and the foundation. GMCF CFAs

Today, we caught up with another of GMCF’s past presidents, Sue Maes. We discussed her year as the president, her volunteerism, and the formation of the Youth Impacting Community Program. GMCF CFAs

Today, we caught up with another of GMCF’s past presidents, Jim Morrison. We discussed the factors that led to the formation of the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation, his year as the president, and the legacy of philanthropy he has built as a leader in the community. GMCF CFAs

Today, we caught up with another of GMCF’s past presidents, Dirk Daveline. We discussed the foundation's formation, his year as the president, and Steel & Pipe's philosophy on community involvement.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we caught up with another of GMCF’s founders and past presidents, Jim Gordon. In our conversation, we discussed the foundation's formation, GMCF’s early years, his year as the president, and his advice to people who want to make a difference in their community. Related Podcast: Philanthropy Today Episode 127 Ed O’Malley President and CEO of The Kansas Health Foundation https://www.buzz...

Today, we caught up with another of GMCF’s founding members, Mark Knackendoffel. In our conversation, we discussed the inception of the community foundation, the necessity for non-profits to plan for the future, and educating the community about philanthropy.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we caught up with another of GMCF’s founding members, Neil Horton. In our conversation, we discussed Bayer Construction Company’s philanthropy legacy, learning to be philanthropic from mentors, and finding the next generation of leaders for the Manhattan community.  GMCF CFAs

Today we caught up with one of GMCF’s founding members, Marty Vanier. In our conversation, we talked about her motivation to fund GMCF, the importance of GMCF to smaller communities, and her advice to anyone wanting to get involved in philanthropy.   GMCF CFAs

Today we caught up with one of GMCF’s founding members, Mary Vanier. In our conversation, we talked about her motivation to fund GMCF, getting advice from her mother on foundation matters, and GMCF’s early years. GMCF CFAs

Today we caught up with Karen McCulloh, one of GMCF’s founding members. In our conversation, we talked about her involvement in philanthropy, her motivation to fund GMCF, and her experience being on GMCF’s Board of Directors during its early years. GMCF CFAs

Today we caught up with the President and CEO of The Kansas Health Foundation, Ed O’Malley. In our conversation, we found out about the Kansas Health Foundation's contribution to getting GMCF started, Ed’s views on philanthropy, community activism, and the three major goals the Kansas Health Foundation has set for its future.  GMCF CFAs

Today we're catching up with Sara Hackett. She oversees the Rural Community Foundation Match Program for The Patterson Family Foundation. We discussed Neal and Jeanne Patterson's background, how the Patterson Family Foundation was founded, its core principles, and the effects the rural community foundation match program has had on Kansas and Western Missouri.  GMCF CFAs

Today we're catching up with GMCF Executive Board member and Grants for Greater Manhattan Chair Eileen Hinkin. We talked about and learned about her time as a nurse, her volunteerism, and the causes tugging at her heartstrings.  GMCF CFAs

Today we chatted with Beth Smoller, GMCF's Lincoln & Dorothy Deihl Fund Committee Chair. In our conversation, we found out about Beth's legal and insurance background, what tugs at her heartstrings, her involvement with Girls On The Run, and her motivations for getting involved in philanthropy. GMCF CFAs

Today we chatted with Linda Cook, GMCF's Marketing Committee Chair. In our conversation, we found out about Linda's marketing and PR role while working for General Motors, her years as Chief of Staff and Director of Community Relations at Kansas State University, and her motivations for getting involved with GMCF. GMCF CFAs