The foundation's mission is to meet charitable community needs through leadership, grants and donor services within Ellis, Rooks and Trego counties, KS. The foundation achieves its mission by: 1) building permanent endowments which benefit local communities; 2) inspiring and enabling donors to fulfill their charitable desires; 3) facilitating prudent management and care of funds; 4) increasing the capacity of nonprofit organizations to fulfill their individual missions; 5) advocating for issues which promote community philanthropy; and 6) facilitating grants, awards, and scholarships.