Sheridan County Community Foundation

09/01/2026

Field Day in Hoxie was a success!

08/27/2026

Stories on Main is here!

Sheridan County Community Foundation is proud to announce the completion of Stories on Main, a community storytelling project celebrating the people and history of Hoxie's Main Street.

Produced by Story Pocket Productions of Hoxie, Kansas, with producer and videographer Ed Lowry and assistant Simone Lowry, the film captures the memories of six lifelong community members whose stories bring our downtown history to life.

Featuring stories from Larry Cressler, Adriane Falco, Dave Mahanna, Donna Mowry, Roberta Shipley, and Don Rowlison, the film shares unforgettable memories—from cruising Main Street to favorite local businesses and the people who made Hoxie special.

The project highlights historically accurate photographs curated through a partnership with the Sheridan County Historical Society. It showcases the artistic process behind the Mural on Main, painted by Jen Carder, Chloe Johnson, and Sarah Dardis.

"The interviews are a treasure of the past brought back into memory for all to enjoy," says — Sofia White, SCCF Projects Coordinator

Created to deepen the conversation surrounding Hoxie's Main Street history, "Stories on Main" reminds us that Sheridan County's greatest asset has always been its people.

🎥 Watch the film anytime: https://youtu.be/I9zXYpUwbRI?si=3a78Rt5ts-9X5Yxb
About the Filmmaker:
Hoxie filmmaker Ed Lowry of Story Pocket Productions brings local stories to life through documentary filmmaking. His most familiar work in this area is his PBS Cottonwood Connections films.

Coming soon, visitors to the “Pocket Park on Main” can scan a QR code next to the mural to watch the film while experiencing the artwork in person.

This project was made possible by Sheridan County Community Foundation, Kansas Arts Commission, National Endowment for the Arts, local partners, volunteers, and community supporters.

For additional information or to view the documentary, visit our website https://www.growsheridancounty.org/pocketpark

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08/25/2026

Do not miss this opportunity for two grant opportunities that require your enrollment in order to apply. The deadline is August 31st!

From the Kansas Commerce page
" The Kansas Community Empowerment Program supports volunteer-led efforts to revitalize, inspire, strengthen, and elevate communities across Kansas. Backed by the Kansas Department of Commerce, this program provides tools, training, and funding that help local leaders turn great ideas into lasting impact. Whether it’s downtown beautification, civic engagement, or leadership development, we’re here to help your community move from intention to action—and from action to transformation."

Commerce and the Kansas Community Empowerment program announce two new grants!

The Kickstart Grant will provide funding for smaller, community-driven projects, while the Impact Grant will support larger, long-term investments. Communities will benefit from the beautification, rehabilitation and reinvestment into public spaces made possible by these new opportunities.

Learn more here: ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ZBjOhx

08/25/2026

Local Schools, this is a unique learning opportunity that can now be a day trip, and it's not too far away.

NEW! Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas: YATK in ONE DAY!

Looking for a hands-on way to introduce your students to the Young AmeriTowne® experience? We have a NEW opportunity for you!

YATK in ONE DAY gives students a glimpse into the full Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas program—all in a single day!

Morning: Students learn select pieces of the Young AmeriTowne curriculum.
Afternoon: They put those lessons into action as employees, managers, accountants, and consumers in our hands-on Towne experience!

This unique opportunity allows your school to experience the impact of Young AmeriTowne® and see the investment you could make in your students by participating in the full program.

ELIGIBILITY:
Schools must meet at least one of the following:
• Have never participated in Nex-Gen's full Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas program
• Have not participated in the full program within the last two years
• Not already be enrolled for the full Young AmeriTowne® program in Spring 2027

FEES:
$15/student within Nex-Generation's 28-county region
$25/student outside Nex-Gen's region
Financial assistance may be available within Nex-Gen's region.

Minimum: 25 students | Maximum: 80 students
Enrollment opens: August 17, 2026
Enrollment closes: September 11, 2026

Limited dates available!
Ready to give your students a Day at Towne? Complete the enrollment form and let us help you plan an incredible, hands-on learning experience!

Enroll here: https://nex-generation.secure-platform.com:443/.../home
Questions? Contact Sabre Riggins: [email protected]

07/30/2026

This would be the time to fill a room! Put it in your calendars to join the fight on September 30th at 7:00 pm at the Hoxie High School Auditorium!

07/17/2026

Sheridan County Community Foundation was excited to be a part of Fair Fun Day this morning in downtown Hoxie. We think our Cash Cube and Bouncy House were huge hits and fun was had by all!

In addition to grabbing cash for fair tickets, 4 lucky winners grabbed the Gold Star Cash. These 4 winners then chose a Sheridan County organization of their choice to which the Foundation granted a GOLD STAR SURPRISE GRANT of $250 to each of those 4 chosen organizations.

A gracious thank you to Blake Koster for choosing to grant to AmberMed, Howdy Garner for choosing Sheridan County 4H Council, Finn Stickel for choosing USD 412 PTO, and Boaz Etherton for choosing Christ Community Church.

Hope everyone is enjoying the Sheridan County Fair activities this week!

07/10/2026

Tonight is the night! Support our kids at the Hoxie High School Auditorium with their performance of Moana.

07/07/2026

Last week, community members enjoyed a celebration of the Mural on Main completion. Soon, the Stories on Main project will also be completed. Those who came talked about the future, the excitement of completing the Pocket Park, and the community. Renderings for the Pocket Park and the journey journal are located at the Sheridan County Community Foundation Building.

Coming next is the Pocket Park construction; keep your eyes out for more details.