Henderson Community Foundation

01/12/2026

01/09/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Henderson Community Foundation Awarded $10,000 Good Neighbor Grant to Support Local Businesses and Residents
Henderson, MN —

The Henderson Community Foundation has been awarded a $10,000 Good Neighbor Grant through a partnership between the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) and the McKnight Foundation. The funding will be used to support Henderson residents and local businesses during the community’s traditionally slower economic period from January through March.

The Good Neighbor Grant Program is designed to strengthen communities by addressing local needs and supporting initiatives that improve the quality of life. This grant will help the Henderson Community Foundation provide targeted assistance during the winter months, when reduced tourism and seasonal slowdowns can place financial strain on both households and businesses.
Additional details about how the funds will be distributed and how residents and businesses can participate will be announced by the Henderson Community Foundation soon.

11/07/2025

As part of the Henderson Community Foundation's Ice Cream Social at Schuette's Ice Cream Shoppe, the HCF awarded Henderson Recreation $1000 to be used for the Hilltop Recreational Area.

Pictured are HCF board member Sarah Schuette and Henderson Recreation member Brooke Wentzlaff.

Each year, the HCF announces the Henderson Community Improvement Grants. These grants are used to fund non-profits, organizations, and groups in the Henderson Area. The funds used in this grant program are raised from interest on the Foundation’s endowment fund and specific donor requests.
If you'd like to contribute to the Henderson Community Foundation, please email [email protected] for more info.

11/07/2025

As part of the Henderson Community Foundation's Ice Cream Social at Schuette's Ice Cream Shoppe, the HCF awarded Henderson Feathers $1000 to be used for the Hummingbird Center murals.

Pictured are HCF board member Sarah Schuette and Henderson Feathers member Brenda Kotasek.

Each year, the HCF announces the Henderson Community Improvement Grants. These grants are used to fund non-profits, organizations, and groups in the Henderson Area. The funds used in this grant program are raised from interest on the Foundation’s endowment fund and specific donor requests.
If you'd like to contribute to the Henderson Community Foundation, please email [email protected] for more info.

11/07/2025

As part of the Henderson Community Foundation's Ice Cream Social at Schuette's Ice Cream Shoppe, the HCF awarded the Hummingbird Trail Association $1000 to be used for the Hummingbird Trail Grand Opening.

Pictured are HCF board member Sarah Schuette and Hummingbird Trail Association member Becky Pollack.

Each year, the HCF announces the Henderson Community Improvement Grants. These grants are used to fund non-profits, organizations, and groups in the Henderson Area. The funds used in this grant program are raised from interest on the Foundation’s endowment fund and specific donor requests.
If you'd like to contribute to the Henderson Community Foundation, please email [email protected] for more info.

11/07/2025

As part of the Henderson Community Foundation's Ice Cream Social at Schuette's Ice Cream Shoppe, the HCF awarded the Friends of Jessenland $2000 to be used for the Hummingbird Trail Rest Stop.

Pictured are HCF board member Sarah Schuette and Friends of Jessenland member Wendy Driscoll.

Each year, the HCF announces the Henderson Community Improvement Grants. These grants are used to fund non-profits, organizations, and groups in the Henderson Area. The funds used in this grant program are raised from interest on the Foundation’s endowment fund and specific donor requests.
If you'd like to contribute to the Henderson Community Foundation, please email [email protected] for more info.

11/07/2025

As part of the Henderson Community Foundation's Ice Cream Social at Schuette's Ice Cream Shoppe, the HCF awarded the Henderson Lions Club $500 to be used for outdoor live music at the Henderson Classic Car Roll-Ins on Tuesday evenings.

Pictured are HCF board member Sarah Schuette and Henderson Lions Club member Dave Rinehart.

Each year, the HCF announces the Henderson Community Improvement Grants. These grants are used to fund non-profits, organizations, and groups in the Henderson Area. The funds used in this grant program are raised from interest on the Foundation’s endowment fund and specific donor requests.
If you'd like to contribute to the Henderson Community Foundation, please email [email protected] for more info.

11/07/2025

As part of the Henderson Community Foundation's Ice Cream Social at Schuette's Ice Cream Shoppe, the HCF awarded 2B Continued $500 to be used for Teen Mental Health First Aid Training at Le Sueur Henderson Middle/High School.

Pictured are HCF board member Sarah Schuette and 2B Continued member Tammy Diehn.

Each year, the HCF announces the Henderson Community Improvement Grants. These grants are used to fund non-profits, organizations, and groups in the Henderson Area. The funds used in this grant program are raised from interest on the Foundation’s endowment fund and specific donor requests.
If you'd like to contribute to the Henderson Community Foundation, please email [email protected] for more info.

07/14/2025

Press Release—July 10, 2025

Henderson Community Foundation Announces Local Grant Opportunity

Henderson area community organizations are encouraged to apply for the Henderson Community Foundation’s annual Community Improvement grant awards. Funds will be offered to one or more Henderson area non-profits for projects deemed to improve the community or fulfill a particular need. The project(s) may be in partnership with other organizations. The grant is the result of interest earned on donations made to the Henderson Community Foundation’s endowment fund.

Parameters for the grants include impact on the community, partner support for the project(s), involvement of volunteers, and charitable non-profit status within the Henderson service area.

Interested organizations are asked to go to the Henderson Community Foundation’s page, where they will find the application form. Proposals are due August 15th and can be submitted online. Last year's grants were awarded to Henderson Recreation, Historic Henderson Auto Society, and Santa’s Helpers of Sibley County. This year's grant(s) will be announced September 15th.

With each gift to the Henderson Community Foundation’s endowment fund, it is not only a way for folks to pay back but a way to pay forward for many years to come. Your donation keeps on giving each year in the form of the Community Improvement grant(s). Please consider a gift to the future of our town. Each year the endowment grows, more and possibly larger community improvement grants will be made. Interest available is based on a three-year rolling interest average less modest local foundation expenses, such as postage, printing and promotions. The funds are managed by the Southeastern Minnesota Initiative Foundation. Local advisory board members are: Sarah Schuette, Dee Braatz, Mike Reinhardt, Jeff Steinborn, Troy Koester and Doug Thomas. Donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 21, Henderson.

Please note that your project start date must fall within twelve months of the receipt of this Grant. Grant funds will be forfeited and returned to the Henderson Community Foundation in their entirety should this requirement not be met.

11/24/2024

Congratulations to Santa's Helpers of Sibley County, Historic Henderson Auto Society and Henderson Community Recreation as the recipents of the 2024 Henderson Community Foundation Grants. Consider giving to the Community Foundation. Your contributions help fund this grant program for the Henderson community!

07/31/2024

Henderson Community Foundation Announces Local Grant Opportunity

Henderson area community organizations are encouraged to apply for the Henderson Community Foundation’s annual Community Improvement grant awards. Funds will be offered to one or more Henderson area non-profits for projects deemed to improve the community or fulfill a particular need. The project(s) may be in partnership with other organizations. The grant is the result of interest earned on donations made to the Foundation’s endowment fund.

Parameters for the grants include impact on the community, partner support for the project(s), involvement of volunteers, and charitable non-profit status within the Henderson service area.

Proposals are due August 15th and can be submitted online. Last year's grants were awarded to the City of Henderson (City office entrance beautification), Hummingbird Trail Association, Historic Henderson Auto Society, and the Ney Nature Center. This year's grant(s) will be announced on September 15th.

With each gift to the Henderson Community Foundation’s endowment fund, it is not only a way for folks to pay back but a way to pay forward for many years to come. Your donation keeps on giving each year in the form of the Community Improvement grant(s). Please consider a gift to the future of our town. Each year the endowment grows, more and possibly larger community improvement grants will be made. Interest available is based on a three-year rolling average less modest local foundation expenses, such as postage, printing, and promotional events. The funds are managed by the Southeastern Minnesota Initiative Foundation. Local advisory board members are Sarah Schuette, Dee Braatz, Mike Reinhardt, Jeff Steinborn, Troy Koester, and Doug Thomas. Donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 21, Henderson.

Please note that your project start date must fall within twelve months of the receipt of this Grant. Grant funds will be forfeited and returned to the Henderson Community Foundation in their entirety should this requirement not be met.

11/16/2023

The Henderson Community Foundation helps to fund Henderson community-based projects. We've funded over $18,000 to various groups over the last 8 years. Please consider a donation today!

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