Columbus Area Community Foundation

Columbus Area Community Foundation CACF promotes the management of charitable gifts that make a lasting contribution to Cherokee County!

The Columbus Community Foundation manages the charitable contributions of individuals and groups seeking to make a lasting difference in the Columbus community. The grant application can be found on their webpage at http://columbuscommunityfoundation.com/donate.html
They also oversee and distribute scholarship dollars.

Don't forget that applications for the CACF grant cycle are still being accepted until November 30th!You can learn more ...
08/04/2026

Don't forget that applications for the CACF grant cycle are still being accepted until November 30th!

You can learn more about the CACF grant cycle here:
Columbusareacf.org/nonprofits/grants/

Apply online here:
Columbusareacf.org/Grant-App

Don't forget that applications for the CACF grant cycle are open until November 30th!Learn more about the grant cycle he...
06/12/2026

Don't forget that applications for the CACF grant cycle are open until November 30th!

Learn more about the grant cycle here:
Columbusareacf.org/nonprofits/grants

Apply online here:
Columbusareacf.org/Grant-App

Next in our scholarship recognition series is the Maureen H. Paulsen Memorial Scholarship.The Maureen H. Paulsen Memoria...
06/09/2026

Next in our scholarship recognition series is the Maureen H. Paulsen Memorial Scholarship.

The Maureen H. Paulsen Memorial Scholarship is available to all Columbus Unified High School graduating seniors.

This year's recipients are:

Katelyn Draeger - Columbus Unified High School - Pittsburg State University
Piper Hayes - Columbus Unified High School - Pittsburg State University
Trinity Green - Columbus Unified High School - Pittsburg State University

Congratulations to you all!

Next in our scholarship recognition series is the Marcia Smith Memorial Scholarship.The Marcia Smith Memorial Scholarshi...
06/08/2026

Next in our scholarship recognition series is the Marcia Smith Memorial Scholarship.

The Marcia Smith Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of Marcia Smith, a dedicated teacher whose passion for nurturing young talent shone brightly in her support of band, vocal music, and theatre. Recognizing the profound impact these activities have on students’ personal and artistic development, this scholarship is awarded to Columbus High School students who actively participate in these enriching pursuits. By providing financial assistance, the scholarship aims to encourage and empower the next generation of performers, ensuring that Marcia’s love for the arts continues to inspire and uplift students in their educational journeys.

This year's recipients are:

Jacianna Heflin - Columbus Unified High School - Pittsburg State University
Jaxson Bailey - Galena High School - University of Missouri (Mizzou)
Kolby Matson - Galena High School – Undecided
Piper Hayes - Columbus Unified High School - Pittsburg State University

Congratulations to you all!

Next in our scholarship recognition is the Class of 1986 Friendship Scholarship.In memory of Sue Maxwell and Chris (Herr...
06/05/2026

Next in our scholarship recognition is the Class of 1986 Friendship Scholarship.

In memory of Sue Maxwell and Chris (Herrenbruck) Crandon, the Columbus Unified High School Class of 1986 has established the CUHS Class of 1986 Friendship Scholarship. This scholarship will weigh heavily on the applicants’ responses regarding friendship.

This year's recipient is:

Katelyn Draeger - Columbus Unified High School - Pittsburg State University

Congratulations Katelyn!

It's time to recognize our 2026 scholarship recipients!First up is the Charles & Jane Maxwell Memorial Scholarship.Schol...
06/04/2026

It's time to recognize our 2026 scholarship recipients!

First up is the Charles & Jane Maxwell Memorial Scholarship.

Scholarship Requirements: Applicants must be Columbus Unified High School Seniors with at least three semesters at CUHS, Attending a post-secondary college or university in Kansas or an adjacent state, Two letters of recommendation, Scholarship application questionnaire, Description of an elderly person or persons that has made a profound impact or impression on his/her life and how they will use this experience to “Pay it Forward.”

This year's recipient is:

Katelyn Draeger - Columbus Unified High School - Pittsburg State University

Congratulations Katelyn!

06/03/2026

We are proud to support our community schools and students!

Scholarship applications are live now!View a full list of scholarships at:ColumbusAreaCF.org/ScholarshipsApplications ar...
01/15/2026

Scholarship applications are live now!

View a full list of scholarships at:
ColumbusAreaCF.org/Scholarships

Applications are available at:
ColumbusAreaCF.org/Scholarship-App

CACF is excited to announce that the 2025 grant applications are now live!Applications are open until November 30th and ...
01/06/2026

CACF is excited to announce that the 2025 grant applications are now live!

Applications are open until November 30th and are evaluated on a quarterly basis.

Apply online at ColumbusAreaCF.org/Grant-App

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P. O. Box 323
Columbus, KS
66725

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