The Sadie Jones Fund is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of children within Lyon and Chase counties. Initially focused on addressing vision and hearing needs of individual children, the fund has expanded its scope to support public health and safety projects benefiting this demographic.
The Emporia Community Foundation grants are aimed at supporting innovative and creative projects and programs that respond to the changing needs of the community in the fields of health, social service, education, recreation, and cultural affairs. These grants are designed to address and support specific causes, reflecting the Foundation's dedication to making a lasting impact within the community.
Priority is awarded to grants that are not directly supported by taxes or to agencies that lack the authority to levy taxes.