Kearney Area Community Foundation

05/28/2026

Volunteers Needed for America 250 - Buffalo County Celebration!

Be part of something special as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary right here in Buffalo County! We’re looking for volunteers to help make this community celebration on July 4 at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds a memorable evening for all.

Whether you can lend a hand for a little while or the entire event, your support will help create a fun, patriotic, and family-friendly experience for our community. ❤️🤍💙

Interested in volunteering or learning more? Contact Kiane Davidson at [email protected]

05/27/2026

Minden Schools Foundation received a $5,000 Building for Tomorrow grant from the Kearney Area Community Foundation. The money will support the building of an FFA greenhouse!

05/22/2026

The Kearney Area Community Foundation office is closed in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen Tuesday, May 26 at 8:30 AM.

05/22/2026

🚨🚨Social Shoutout🚨🚨
https://visitkearney.org/america-250/

05/20/2026

Kearney Area Children's Museum received a $5,000 Building for Tomorrow grant from the Kearney Area Community Foundation. The money will support the renovation of the museum's Performing Arts Exhibit!

05/14/2026

Haven's Chapel Ball Association received a $1,000 Building for Tomorrow grant from the Kearney Area Community Foundation. The funds will support the upgrades and expansion of their concession stand area!

05/05/2026

Merryman Performing Arts Center received a $2,500 Building for Tomorrow grant from the Kearney Area Community Foundation. The money will go toward their Merryman Matinee Series for elementary students and families!

04/29/2026

Congratulations to Kearney Public Schools Foundation for receiving a $7,500 Arthur Klinkacek Community Enrichment grant to help bring STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts Mathematics) equipment to students at Emerson Elementary!

04/24/2026

"These kids, they love it so much and they want to be here.” Hear from staff and students at Emerson Elementary on how they’re enjoying STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) equipment after Kearney Public Schools Foundation received a $7,500 Arthur Klinkacek Community Enrichment grant from the Kearney Area Community Foundation!

04/21/2026