Philanthropy Today

Today, we chatted with GMCF's president and CEO, Vern Henricks. In the first of a two-part series, we discussed the community foundation's 25 years. We covered everything from the initial $200 donation to legalize GMCF as a non-profit community Foundation to our 365 million dollars in assets 25 years later and everything in between.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we talked with GMCF's current Board of Directors Chair, Matt Crocker. We discussed how he became involved with the community foundation the year ahead with the goal of finishing the projects that past chairs Jackie Hartman Borck and Kim McAtee started and laying the foundation for GMCF's next 25 years.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we chatted with outgoing board chair, GMCF’s 2023-2024 Board of Directors Chair, Kim McAtee. We talked about her getting the philanthropy bug from her parents, getting her children involved in Youth Impacting Community (YIC), and championing the Flint Hills Community Accelerator. Her strategic insights and expertise contributed greatly to GMCF's success.   GMCF CFAs

Today, we chatted with GMCF’s 2022-2023 Board of Directors Chair, Jackie Hartman Borck. We discussed how she became involved with the foundation, her year as board chair, and the importance of the arts for community growth. GMCF CFAs

Today, we chatted with GMCF’s 2021-2022 Board of Directors Chair, Therese Miller. We discussed her time as the board treasurer, her year as board chair reintegrating after the pandemic, starting the Philanthropy Today podcast and the GMCF community arts program, and her passion for affordable housing for our community.  GMCF CFAs

Today, we spoke with GMCF’s 2020-2021 Board of Directors Chair, Bill Bahr. We chatted about his year as board chair, adapting and overcoming challenges during the COVID lockdown, and helping those most impacted by the pandemic in the Manhattan community with the MHK Together program. GMCF CFAs

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