Hesston Community Foundation

10/02/2026

WE DID IT! 🙌 Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we raised $322,600, exceeding our $200,000 goal and unlocking an additional $100,000 match from the Patterson Family Foundation.

Together, we're creating more than $422,000 in impact for Hesston, supporting local organizations, community projects, and a stronger future for all.

Your generosity is making a lasting difference. Thank you, Hesston, for being part of it! ❤❤

09/30/2026

There's still time to give to our match campaign but today's the last day! Thank you for supporting Hesston Community Foundation and this awesome community! ❤️ 🖤

It's here! Our match month kicks off today and runs through Sept 30th! You're invited to give back and make a difference!

Thanks to the Patterson Family Foundation and their generosity, your gift will go further in supporting the causes that matter the most to you right here in Hesston.

HCF is working to raise $200,000 to unlock a $100,000 matching opportunity from the Patterson Family Foundation turning local generosity into a potential $300,000 investment in Hesston. This is the fourth year we have had this amazing opportunity from Patterson Family Foundation for which we are very grateful!

From September 1–30, 2026, every gift to a HCF fund* will be matched at 25% until the campaign concludes. These dollars help HCF strengthen local nonprofits, provide scholarships to area students, and invest in projects that make Hesston a stronger, more vibrant community. Matching funds will be awarded on a pro-rated basis. *Donations to donor advised funds are not eligible for matching.
In addition to meeting community needs, remaining PFF matching dollars will support HCF’s Operating Endowment Fund to support HCF’s operations ensuring HCF’s impact continues for generations to come.

You're Invited! HCF is hosting “Clay’s Cones” at the Hesston High School football game on Friday, September 11 at 7:00 pm. Come out and enjoy a cone before the game as they will be available for purchase from 6:00–8:30 p.m. "Clay’s Cones" will be donating 10% of sales and tips from that evening to support the campaign! ❤❤ See less

09/21/2026

There's still time to donate in support of the HCF Match Campaign! Last day to donate is Wed, Sept 30th - don't miss out! ❤️🖤

It's here! Our match month kicks off today and runs through Sept 30th! You're invited to give back and make a difference!

Thanks to the Patterson Family Foundation and their generosity, your gift will go further in supporting the causes that matter the most to you right here in Hesston.

HCF is working to raise $200,000 to unlock a $100,000 matching opportunity from the Patterson Family Foundation turning local generosity into a potential $300,000 investment in Hesston. This is the fourth year we have had this amazing opportunity from Patterson Family Foundation for which we are very grateful!

From September 1–30, 2026, every gift to a HCF fund* will be matched at 25% until the campaign concludes. These dollars help HCF strengthen local nonprofits, provide scholarships to area students, and invest in projects that make Hesston a stronger, more vibrant community. Matching funds will be awarded on a pro-rated basis. *Donations to donor advised funds are not eligible for matching.
In addition to meeting community needs, remaining PFF matching dollars will support HCF’s Operating Endowment Fund to support HCF’s operations ensuring HCF’s impact continues for generations to come.

You're Invited! HCF is hosting “Clay’s Cones” at the Hesston High School football game on Friday, September 11 at 7:00 pm. Come out and enjoy a cone before the game as they will be available for purchase from 6:00–8:30 p.m. "Clay’s Cones" will be donating 10% of sales and tips from that evening to support the campaign! ❤❤ See less

09/18/2026

Congratulations to the Hesston USD 460 Grant Recipients! They were recognized last Friday at the football game! Teachers and staff were invited to apply for a grant which can be used to support projects benefiting USD 460 students. There were 8 awards given totaling $4,000.

USD 460 Recipients (pictured l-r)

Alisha Baughman - Gaga Ball Pit
Brandy Coker - Roller Racers
Vance Frick - SRO Therapy Dog expenses
Lisa George - Start up Seed $ for Entrepreneurial Students
Danielle Flaming - Kindergarten Field Trip to P & M Pumpkin Patch
Danae Kaufman - New Crisis "Go Bags" for Teachers
Kate Jelle - STEM Challenge Kits
Matthew Fleck (not pictured) - Dissection Trays

Also pictured are some of the HCF Board Members (l-r)

Staci Frick
Sara Jantz
Stephanie Yoder
Sara Hadaway
Craig Gingerich
Howard Keim

09/14/2026

Thank you to everyone that came out to the Hesston/Hoisington football game Friday night and for supporting HCF by enjoying a cone from Clay's Cones! And a very special thanks to Saralyn Oyer, owner of Clay's Cones, for all of her support for this fun evening! ❤🖤

09/11/2026

A BIG shout out to "Hesston Veterinary Clinic" for sponsoring Hesston Community Foundation for our match campaign and to "Clay's Cones" for the opportunity to work together at the football game this evening by providing the sweet treat of ice cream! We are so grateful for a supportive community! 🖤❤

09/11/2026

Tonight's the night to come out to the Hesston/Hoisington football game and enjoy a cone from Clay's Cones! You won't want to miss the Swather Surprise! 🍦 ❤️🍦🖤🍦

‼️Hobbs Stadium‼️ This Friday!

Come support the Hesston Community Foundation at the Swather Football game this Friday night!

A special one time only menu option will be available the “Swather Surprise” for just $5 you can get—a never served before in Hesston to the public—strawberry flavor ice cream, served in a waffle cone bowl! 🤯

All night long 10% of sales and 100% of tips will go directly to Hesston Community Foundation! Come, eat ice cream and tip well! 🍦❤️

09/04/2026

It was an honor to be part of the Emma Creek Park Play Equipment Ribbon Cutting earlier this week! Last year during our match campaign, HCF served as the fiscal agent for this project, receiving the donation and disbursing funds to the City of Hesston for the purchase of the equipment.

HCF is grateful for this opportunity! If you are interested in learning more about how you can support projects that you are passionate about, please comment on this post! ❤🖤

09/01/2026

It's here! Our match month kicks off today and runs through Sept 30th! You're invited to give back and make a difference!

Thanks to the Patterson Family Foundation and their generosity, your gift will go further in supporting the causes that matter the most to you right here in Hesston.

HCF is working to raise $200,000 to unlock a $100,000 matching opportunity from the Patterson Family Foundation turning local generosity into a potential $300,000 investment in Hesston. This is the fourth year we have had this amazing opportunity from Patterson Family Foundation for which we are very grateful!

From September 1–30, 2026, every gift to a HCF fund* will be matched at 25% until the campaign concludes. These dollars help HCF strengthen local nonprofits, provide scholarships to area students, and invest in projects that make Hesston a stronger, more vibrant community. Matching funds will be awarded on a pro-rated basis. *Donations to donor advised funds are not eligible for matching.
In addition to meeting community needs, remaining PFF matching dollars will support HCF’s Operating Endowment Fund to support HCF’s operations ensuring HCF’s impact continues for generations to come.

You're Invited! HCF is hosting “Clay’s Cones” at the Hesston High School football game on Friday, September 11 at 7:00 pm. Come out and enjoy a cone before the game as they will be available for purchase from 6:00–8:30 p.m. "Clay’s Cones" will be donating 10% of sales and tips from that evening to support the campaign! ❤❤ See less