News & Media
Central Kentucky Community Foundation welcomes new board members
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 13, 2024 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation, the philanthropic focal point of the region, recently welcomed three new members to its board of directors. [Read More]
Scholarship Central provides key service
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 11, 2024 – On its website, the Central Kentucky Community Foundation offers an inspirational statement that speaks to its mission: Let’s do some good today! [Read More]
Scholarship Central opens online to help students pay for college
January 4, 2024 – By opening up Scholarship Central on Jan. 1, Central Kentucky Community Foundation has provided hundreds of students with the opportunity to help pay for their college educations. [Read More]
Area college students receive scholarships from CKCF
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 29, 2020 – Several area college students recently were recognized by Central Kentucky Community Foundation for receiving scholarships. [Read More]
Two high school students awarded the Lara French Welp Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 26, 2020 – Two local high school students are part of the 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Eight LaRue County High School graduates receive scholarships from CKCF
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 24, 2020 – Eight LaRue County High School graduates are part of the 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Elizabethtown High School students receive scholarships from CKCF
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 22, 2020 – Several 2020 Elizabethtown High School graduates recently were recognized by Central Kentucky Community Foundation for receiving scholarships offered to students at their school. [Read More]
Central Hardin students receive scholarships
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 14, 2020 – Several Central Hardin High School 2020 graduates recently were recognized by Central Kentucky Community Foundation for receiving scholarships offered to students at their school. [Read More]
Alliance receives $3K Central Kentucky Cares grant
THE GRAYSON COUNTY NEWS-GAZETTE
July 9, 2020 – Representatives from Central Kentucky Community Foundation and United Way of Central Kentucky returned to Grayson County this week to provide another Central Kentucky Cares grant to a local agency. [Read More]
Grayson nonprofits receive Central Kentucky Cares grants
THE RECORD
July 8, 2020– Representatives from Central Kentucky Community Foundation and United Way of Central Kentucky awarded more Central Kentucky Cares grants last week to help groups affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read More]
Grants provide relief to groups affected by COVID
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 2, 2020 – Representatives from Central Kentucky Community Foundation and United Way of Central Kentucky awarded more Central Kentucky Cares grants Wednesday to help groups affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read More]
Central Hardin High School students receive scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Several Central Hardin High School 2020 graduates recently were recognized by Central Kentucky Community Foundation for receiving scholarships offered to students at their school.
Elizabethtown High School students receive scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Several 2020 Elizabethtown High School graduates recently were recognized by Central Kentucky Community Foundation for receiving scholarships offered to students at their school. [Read More]
John Hardin High School students receive scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Several 2020 John Hardin High School graduates recently were recognized by Central Kentucky Community Foundation for receiving scholarships offered to students at their school. [Read More]
North Hardin High School students receive scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Several North Hardin High School graduates recently were recognized by Central Kentucky Community Foundation for receiving scholarships offered to students at their school. [Read More]
LaRue County High School students receive scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Several LaRue County High School graduates recently were recognized by Central Kentucky Community Foundation for receiving scholarships offered to students at their school. [Read More]
College students receive scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Several area college students recently were recognized by Central Kentucky Community Foundation for receiving scholarships. [Read More]
51 students receive Central Kentucky Community Foundation Scholarships for Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Several area 2020 graduates from eight high schools and 26 Elizabethtown Community and Technical College students recently received a Central Kentucky Community Foundation Scholarship to attend the college. [Read More]
15 Students Receive a John Dink Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Fifteen Hardin County students recently received a John Dink Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation.
Twenty-five Hardin County students receive Llewellyn Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Twenty-five Hardin County students recently received the Llewellyn Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years with a total value of $6,000. [Read More]
Six Local Students Receive the Trooper Ponder Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Six Hardin County students received the Trooper Ponder Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Two high school students awarded the Lara French Welp Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 19, 2020 – Two local high school students are part of the 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Get Ready! goes virtual
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 18, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation’s annual summer early childhood education program, Get Ready!, had to make changes because of the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read More]
Two students awarded the Rae of Sunshine Kentucky Scholarship
THE GRAYSON COUNTY NEWS-GAZETTE
June 13, 2020 – Two Elizabethtown Community and Technical College students recently received the Rae of Sunshine Kentucky Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Laura Higdon received the Dr. Linda Mayhew STEM Scholarship
THE GRAYSON COUNTY NEWS-GAZETTE
June 13, 2020 – Grayson County High School graduate Laura Higdon is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Dr. Linda Mayhew STEM Scholarship. [Read More]
Erin O’Neill awarded the Ann Mackin Ewing Memorial Scholarship
from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Nelson County High School graduate Erin O’Neill is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Ann Mackin Ewing Memorial Scholarship. [Read More]
Erin O’Neill awarded the Cindy Ethington Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Nelson County High School graduate Erin O’Neill is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Cindy Ethington Memorial Scholarship. [Read More]
Caroline Thomas awarded the EE Hubbard Memorial Kiwanis Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Thomas Nelson High School graduate Caroline Thomas is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the EE Hubbard Memorial Kiwanis Scholarship. [Read More]
Madeline Hite awarded the J. Michael Salsman, PE Construction Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Bethlehem High School graduate Madeline Hite is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the J. Michael Salsman, PE Construction Scholarship. [Read More]
Two students awarded the Kathy Mattingly Kidwell Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Two Nelson County Schools students were part of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. They were awarded the Kathy Mattingly Kidwell Memorial Scholarship.
Bri Dunn awarded the Randy Pinkston Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Thomas Nelson High School graduate Bri Dunn is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Randy Pinkston Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation.
Two students awarded the Tyler M. Foster Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Two Nelson County Schools students are part of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. They were awarded the Tyler M. Foster Memorial Scholarship. [Read More]
Hannah Benham awarded the Dr. Jim Owen Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Meade County High School graduate Hannah Benham is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Dr. Jim Owen Memorial Scholarship. [Read More]
Chelsea Hawkins awarded the Dr. Larry and Mary Lou Hall Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Chelsea Hawkins is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Dr. Larry and Mary Lou Hall Scholarship. [Read More]
Laura Higdon received the Dr. Linda Mayhew STEM Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Grayson County High School graduate Laura Higdon is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Dr. Linda Mayhew STEM Scholarship.
Rachel Wardrip receives the Martha Jane Hamilton Nursing Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Meade County High School graduate Rachel Wardrip is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Martha Jane Hamilton Nursing Scholarship. [Read More]
Katie Collins receives the Owen J. Estes, Sr. Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Hart County High School graduate Katie Collins is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Owen J. Estes, Sr. Memorial Scholarship. [Read More]
Mackenzie Senig awarded the Hart County Scholarship Alliance Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Hart County High School graduate Mackenzie Senig is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Hart County Scholarship Alliance Scholarship. [Read More]
Two students awarded the Rae of Sunshine Kentucky Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Two Elizabethtown Community and Technical College students recently received the Rae of Sunshine Kentucky Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. 
Kennedy Cochran awarded the Taylor and June Spaulding Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
June 11, 2020– Washington County High School graduate Kennedy Cochran is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. She was awarded the Taylor and June Spaulding Memorial Scholarship.
Heels Together grant workshop set for June 17
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 9, 2020 – Heels Together, a women-led initiative of Central Kentucky Community Foundation, will host a virtual grant workshop at 1 p.m. June 17 for Hardin County nonprofit organizations. [Read More]
Bardstown organizations receive $4,900 in COVID-19 relief funds
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
June 6, 2020 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation presented The New Life Center and the Bread for Life Community Food Pantry with checks from the first wave of Cares Grants on Tuesday. [Read More]
Head Start, GCMA receive Central KY Cares grants
THE GRAYSON COUNTY NEWS-GAZETTE
June 6, 2020 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation and United Way of Central Kentucky presented grants benefiting those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic to two local organizations last Friday. [Read More]
CK Cares is accurate name
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 4, 2020 – Good things are bound to happen when two leading outreach programs decide to join forces and offer assistance to fellow non-profits whose missions were disrupted by COVID-19 and its impact on charitable giving. [Read More]
Childress receives the J.R. and Carrie Lee Edwards Scholarship
THE LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
June 3, 2020 – LaRue County High School graduate Chase Childress is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. He was awarded the J.R. and Carrie Lee Edwards Scholarship. [Read More]
LaRue graduates receive scholarships from CKCF
THE LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
June 3, 2020 – Eight LaRue County High School graduates are part of the 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. They were awarded the Harold and Cynthia Carter Memorial Scholarship. [Read More]
Nine receive Rotary scholarships
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
June 2, 2020 – Since the early 1990s, the Bardstown Rotary Club has been awarding scholarships to area seniors. [Read More]
Get Ready! Camp is ready to begin virtually Monday
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 31, 2020 – Get Ready! Camp, a free interactive summer program for preschool children birth to age 5, begins Monday in a virtual format and will be weekdays through June 26. [Read More]
Eight LaRue County graduates receive the Harold and Cynthia Carter Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
May 29, 2020 – Eight LaRue County High School graduates are part of the 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. They were awarded the Harold and Cynthia Carter Memorial Scholarship. [Read More]
Chase Childress receives the J.R. and Carrie Lee Edwards Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
May 29, 2020 – LaRue County High School graduate Chase Childress is one of 145 students earning scholarships from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. He was awarded the J.R. and Carrie Lee Edwards Scholarship. [Read More]
Cares grants help support organizations hit by COVID
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 27, 2020 – Earlier this month, the United Way of Central Kentucky merged its relief fund with Central Kentucky Community Foundation’s Central Kentucky Cares to support people directly affected by the COVID-19 crisis. [Read More]
Local organizations combine disaster relief efforts
LEBANON ENTERPRISE
May 20, 2020 – To better serve the community during the COVID-19 outbreak, Central Kentucky Community Foundation and United Way of Central Kentucky have combined their disaster relief efforts. [Read More]
Lincoln Museum raises $10,450 during Ky. Gives Day
THE LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
May 20, 2020 – The Lincoln Museum, in downtown Hodgenville, raised $10,450 on Ky. Gives Day, which was May 12. That placed them third in the state and second in the Central Kentucky region, earning them an additional $200 in prizes. [Read More]
St. James leads Ky. Gives Day
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 14, 2020 – For the third straight year, St. James Catholic Regional School led the state in giving during Ky. Gives Day. [Read More]
Local organizations combine disaster relief efforts
THE LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
May 13, 2020 – To better serve the community during the COVID-19 outbreak, Central Kentucky Community Foundation and United Way of Central Kentucky have combined their disaster relief efforts. [Read More]
KUDOS: Praising positives
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 12, 2020 – HONORING SCHOLARS. The Central Kentucky Community Foundation continues to build on its reputation as innovators in this time of coronavirus restrictions. Not only has the organization responded to react to real community urgencies related to COVID-19, it found a way to celebrate and honor local scholarship recipients that actually may reach more people than its planned banquet. [Read More]
Statewide day of online giving
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 10, 2020 – Kentucky Gives Day is set for Tuesday, and several Central Kentucky nonprofit organizations will be looking for people to champion their causes and support their work. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation welcomes new board members
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 9, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation, the philanthropic focal point of the region serving Breckinridge, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson and Washington counties, recently welcomed four new members to its board of directors. [Read More]
Statewide day of online giving brings Kentuckians together on May 12
LEBANON ENTERPRISE
May 6, 2020 – With most Kentuckians conducting more of their life online during the COVID-19 outbreak, they can also take their support of nonprofit organizations to the internet. [Read More]
Statewide Day of Online Giving Brings Kentuckians Together on May 12
THE LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
May 6, 2020 – With most Kentuckians conducting more of their life online during the COVID-19 outbreak, they can also take their support of nonprofit organizations to the internet. [Read More]
Organizations combine disaster relief efforts for multi-county help
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
May 5, 2020 – To better serve the community during the COVID-19 outbreak, Central Kentucky Community Foundation and United Way of Central Kentucky have combined their disaster relief efforts. [Read More]
Several Nelson County organizations to benefit from Ky. Gives Day
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
May 5, 2020 – While the COVID-19 pandemic has put a strain on everyday life, it has been especially hard on nonprofit organizations. That’s what makes this year’s Kentucky Gives Day more important than ever. [Read More]
Virtual event celebrates scholarship recipients
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
May 5, 2020 – While formal award ceremonies are among the events unable to take place during COVID-19 restrictions, Central Kentucky Community Foundation recently hosted a virtual program to announce annual scholarship recipients. On April 27, the virtual Celebrating Achievement Scholarship Program was held to honor 144 students in the region who were the recipients of scholarships totaling $322,000. [Read More]
Two area nonprofits combine COVID-19 economic relief efforts
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 4, 2020 – Two local nonprofit organizations are combining efforts to help the community during the COVID-19 outbreak. [Read More]
Two area nonprofits combine COVID-19 economic relief efforts
PRESS RELEASE
May 4, 2020 – Two local nonprofit organizations are combining efforts to help the community during the COVID-19 outbreak. [Read More]
Local organizations combine disaster relief efforts
PRESS RELEASE
May 1, 2020 – To better serve the community during the COVID-19 outbreak, Central Kentucky Community Foundation and United Way of Central Kentucky have combined their disaster relief efforts. [Read More]
Statewide day of online giving brings Kentuckians together on May 12
PRESS RELEASE
April 30, 2020 – With most Kentuckians conducting more of their life online during the COVID-19 outbreak, they can also take their support of nonprofit organizations to the internet. [Read More]
Grant applications being accepted for new fund reacting to COVID-19
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 29, 2020 – The Central Kentucky Cares Fund has raised more than $25,000 locally in just more than two weeks. Now, nonprofit organizations can apply for grants from the fund. [Read More]
Scholarship winners celebrate their achievement online
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 29, 2020 – On Monday night, 144 students in central Kentucky were given hundreds of scholarships to pursue their future plans. [Read More]
Showing love for our neighbors in need
LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
April 29, 2020 – In just over two weeks, the Central Kentucky Cares Fund has raised more than $25,000 locally and now nonprofit organizations can apply for grants from the fund. [Read More]
Grant applications now available for Central KY Cares Fund
THE LEBANON ENTERPRISE
April 29, 2020 – In just over two weeks, the Central Kentucky Cares Fund has raised more than $25,000 locally and now nonprofit organizations can apply for grants from the fund. [Read More]
CKCF to celebrate student achievements online
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 26, 2020 – For the past two years, Central Kentucky Community Foundation holds a dinner, Celebrating Achievement, for students who have earned scholarships through the foundation. [Read More]
Grant applications now available for Central Kentucky Cares Fund
PRESS RELEASE
April 23, 2020 – In just over two weeks, the Central Kentucky Cares Fund has raised more than $25,000 locally and now nonprofit organizations can apply for grants from the fund. [Read More]
Endowment established to support St. James
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 23, 2020 – St. James Catholic Church announced a new way for individuals to support the church. The SJCC Endowment, facilitated through Central Kentucky Community Foundation, will help provide financial stability. [Read More]
CKCF activates disaster relief fund
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 7, 2020 – In response to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, Central Kentucky Community Foundation is activating its disaster relief fund, Central Kentucky Cares, according to a news release. [Read More]
CKCF launches Central Kentucky Cares Fund for disaster relief
PRESS RELEASE
April 6, 2020 – In response to the ongoing crisis and to aid the community, Central Kentucky Community Foundation is activating its disaster relief fund, Central Kentucky Cares. [Read More]
Nonprofits support the community – let’s support nonprofits
THE LEBANON ENTERPRISE
April 1, 2020 – The past couple weeks have been a strange and challenging time for everyone, and nonprofit organizations aren’t immune from these experiences. Many nonprofits are hit as hard as everyone else. [Read More]
Don’t forget nonprofits need your help in difficult times
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
March 28, 2020 – The past couple weeks have been a strange and challenging time for everyone, and nonprofit organizations aren’t immune from these experiences. Many nonprofits are hit as hard as everyone else. [Read More]
Ky. Gives Day Kickoff Workshop moved online
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
March 21, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation is moving the Ky. Gives Day Kickoff Workshop to a virtual meeting. [Read More]
Ky. Gives Day workshop moving to virtual format
PRESS RELEASE
March 18, 2020 – In an effort to maintain social distancing but continue the important work of local nonprofit organizations, Central Kentucky Community Foundation is moving the Ky. Gives Day Kickoff Workshop to a virtual meeting. [Read More]
Statewide online giving day brings Kentuckians together: CKCF to host KY Gives Day Kickoff Workshop March 23
THE LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
March 13, 2020 – The day that many local nonprofit organizations look forward to each year is back and hopefully, this year it will be bigger and better than ever. [Read More]
Ky. Gives Day set for May 12
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
March 5, 2020 – The day local nonprofit organizations look forward to each year is on the calendar. They are hopeful this year will be the best Ky. Gives Day yet. [Read More]
Statewide online giving day brings Kentuckians together on May 12
PRESS RELEASE
Feb. 26, 2020 – The day that many local nonprofit organizations look forward to each year is back and hopefully, this year it will be bigger and better than ever. [Read More]
Students spread literacy to honor late classmate
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Feb. 26, 2020 – St. James Catholic Regional School students went to three schools Tuesday to spread literacy to honor a late classmate. [Read More]
Thousands of dollars in scholarships available for Nelson County seniors
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
Feb. 22, 2020 – There are thousands of dollars worth of college scholarships available just for seniors in any of the schools in Nelson County, and applying for them can be done through one website. [Read More]
Local scholarships available through CKCF for college students
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Feb. 19, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Scholarship reviewers needed
LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
Feb. 19, 2020 – This year the Central Kentucky Community Foundation will reward over $400,000 in scholarships to LaRue County students in 2020. The CKCF is looking for volunteers to review the scholarship applications submitted by local students. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for Hardin County seniors
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Feb. 18, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for EHS seniors through Scholarship Central
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Feb. 18, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Scholarships available for students in Hardin County through Scholarship Central
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Feb. 17, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Scholarships open to LaRue County students through Scholarship Central
THE LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
Feb. 12, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for new or current ECTC students through Scholarship Central
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Feb. 7, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Scholarship events helps students prepare for college
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Feb. 7, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has a host of events lined up to assit local students with going to college – especially when it comes to scholarships. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation to host several scholarship events
PRESS RELEASE
Feb. 6, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation, the area’s leader in providing local scholarship opportunities, is hosting a Scholarship Fair and other events to help students earn money for college. [Read More]
MOAA offers scholarships
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Feb. 4, 2020 – For the 25th consecutive year, the Fort Knox Area Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America will award college scholarships to eligible high school seniors graduating from area schools and homeschool programs. The chapter will award seven scholarships valued at $11,500. [Read More]
Scholarship named in honor of Mike and Sharon Bell
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Jan. 31, 2020 – Fifty years ago, Mike and Sharon Bell began their ministry at Glendale Christian Church. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to Marion County students through Scholarship Central
THE LEBANON ENTERPRISE
Jan. 29, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to Hart County students through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to Breckinridge County students through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to Grayson County students through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to LaRue County students through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to Meade County students through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to Marion County students through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to Washington County students through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for new and current ECTC students through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for Elizabethtown High Schools seniors through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for students in Nelson County through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for college students through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for Hardin County Schools seniors through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for students in Hardin County through Scholarship Central
PRESS RELEASE
Jan. 23, 2020 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Scholarship Central workshop is Tuesday
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Jan. 16, 2020 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation will host a Scholarship Central Workshop on Tuesday at the Home of Philanthropy Community Hall at 200 Jim Owen Drive in Elizabethtown next to the Hardin County Public Library main branch. [Read More]
Scholarship Central offers more than 200 scholarships online
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Jan. 6, 2020 – With the addition of several scholarships for 2020, Scholarship Central continues to solidify its place as the area’s one-stop shop to apply for local scholarships. [Read More]
Over $400,000 available in local scholarships
LaRue County Herald News
Jan. 1, 2020 – With the addition of several scholarships for 2020, Scholarship Central continues to solidify its place as the area’s one-stop shop to apply for local scholarships. [Read More]
More than $400,000 available in local scholarships
Lebanon Enterprise
Dec. 31, 2019 – With the addition of several scholarships for 2020, Scholarship Central continues to solidify its place as the area’s one-stop shop to apply for local scholarships. [Read More]
Over $400,000 available in local scholarships
Press Release
Dec. 26, 2019 – With the addition of several scholarships for 2020, Scholarship Central continues to solidify its place as the area’s one-stop shop to apply for local scholarships. [Read More]
CKCF opens Home of Philanthropy
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Dec. 13, 2019 – The story of community philanthropy is intertwined with Central Kentucky Community Foundation, so much so, its history is written on the walls of the new Home of Philanthropy. [Read More]
Editorial: True commitments to financial literacy
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Dec. 8, 2019 – The latest development ensuring Hardin County’s leadership in financial literacy was announced during Thanksgiving week by the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. A $65,000 endowment establishing the Financial Foundations Fund will ensure money is in place to pay for all financial literacy curriculum and programs in Hardin County’s four high schools. [Read More]
Giving Tuesday encourages philanthropy, generosity
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Dec. 3, 2019 – Following a long weekend of giving thanks and shopping Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals comes a day that reminds people to give. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation unveils fund to promote financial literacy
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Nov. 26, 2019 – Nearly 80 percent of American workers live paycheck to paycheck, according to a 2017 report by CareerBuilder. Almost 75 percent are in some form of debt and most assume they always will be. About 25 percent did not save any money month to month according to the same report. [Read More]
Local couple banks on financial education with new CKCF fund
PRESS RELEASE
Nov. 25, 2019 – Education leads to change and a local couple is banking on it through their investment with Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
CKCF tells philanthropy’s story in the community
LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
Nov. 13, 2019 – The story of community philanthropy is intertwined with Central Kentucky Community Foundation, so much so, its history is written on the walls of the new Home of Philanthropy. [Read More]
KUDOS: Praising positives
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Nov. 19, 2019 – FOUNDATIONAL HOME. Central Kentucky Community Foundation has moved to its new quarters off St. John Road at 200 Jim Owen Drive near the Hardin County Public Library. [Read More]
Philanthropy drives community progress
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Nov. 17, 2019 – Today brings to a close Community Foundation Week, which also encompassed National Philanthropy Day on Friday, Nov. 15. It is fitting the two are intertwined because our work as a community foundation is all about philanthropy. [Read More]
Lusters leave legacy of caring, compassion
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Nov. 15, 2019 – Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland, will be reaping the benefits of George and Hazel Luster’s kindness and generosity for years to come. [Read More]
Lusters leave legacy of caring, compassion
PRESS RELEASE
Nov. 15, 2019 – Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland, will be reaping the benefits of George and Hazel Luster’s kindness and generosity for years to come. [Read More]
Community foundation unveils new home
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Nov. 9, 2019 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation unveiled its new home Thursday during an open house. [Read More]
CKCF’s new Home of Philanthropy tells philanthropy’s story in the community
PRESS RELEASE
Nov. 7, 2019 – The story of community philanthropy is intertwined with Central Kentucky Community Foundation, so much so, its history is written on the walls of the new Home of Philanthropy. [Read More]
KUDOS: Praising positives
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Nov. 4, 2019 – HEELS TOGETHER. Since its inception five years ago, Heels Together has been an innovator and game changer. [Read More]
Local students receive Trooper Ponder Memorial Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 29, 2019 – Six Hardin County students received the Trooper Ponder Memorial Scholarship from the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Heels Together awards two grants
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 25, 2019 – Two local projects received a financial boost Thursday night after Heels Together investors awarded more than $20,000 in grants at the Home of Philanthropy in Elizabethtown. [Read More]
Area students receive Martha Jane Hamilton Nursing Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 22, 2019 – Four Meade County High School students recently received the Martha Jane Hamilton Nursing Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Twenty-five area students receive Llewellyn Memorial Scholarships
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 18, 2019 – Twenty-five Hardin County students recently received a $1,000 Llewellyn Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
PNC Foundation dedicates Music Garden in Elizabethtown
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 16, 2019 – Children in Central Kentucky now can create a soundtrack to their learning experience with a newly dedicated PNC Music Garden in Elizabethtown. [Read More]
Area students receive John Dink Memorial Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 15, 2019 – Seventeen Hardin County students recently received a John Dink Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Six LaRue graduates receive Harold and Cynthia Carter Memorial Scholarships
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 12, 2019 – Six LaRue County High School graduates received the Harold and Cynthia Carter Memorial Scholarship from the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Gaddie receives the Hardin County Principal Organization Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 12, 2019 – Laine Gaddie was awarded the Hardin County Principal Organization Scholarship from the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Russell receives Mr. and Mrs. Lewis H. Hall Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 11, 2019 – Chelsea Russell was awarded the Mr. and Mrs. Lewis H. Hall Scholarship from the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Presta receives Lisa Hays Charness Memorial Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 8, 2019 – Alexandra Presta received the Lisa Hays Charness Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Brenna Griswell awarded Col. Larry and Betty Sue French Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 4, 2019 – Brenna Griswell received the Col. Larry and Betty Sue French Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Two North Hardin students receive the first Nandi’s Smile Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 4, 2019 – Sasha Domenech-Ames and Jordan Murrah were awarded the first Nandi’s Smile Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Lucy Sonsalla awarded James and Betty Holeman Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 4, 2019 – Lucy Sonsalla received the James and Betty Holeman Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Making music
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 3, 2019 – Two young girls play in the PNC Music Garden Wednesday morning between the Elizabethtown branch of the Hardin County Public Library and Central Kentucky Community Foundation’s Home of Philanthropy. [Read More]
Learning: It’s music to our ears
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 2, 2019 – The PNC Music Garden opened Oct. 2 at Central Kentucky Community Foundation’s new office near the Hardin County Public Library in Elizabethtown. The video shows children exploring the sounds following the dedication ceremony. [Read More]
PNC Foundation dedicates Music Garden in Elizabethtown
PRESS RELEASE
Oct. 2, 2019 – Children in Central Kentucky can now create a soundtrack to their learning experience with a newly dedicated PNC Music Garden in Elizabethtown. [Read More]
Garcia awarded the Mac Michaelis Memorial Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Oct. 1, 2019 – Rickey Garcia was awarded the Mac Michaelis Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
French receives Lanny Skees Memorial Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 27, 2019 – Katherine French received the Lanny Skees Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Dahl awarded Jacob Barber and Katarina Peeters Memorial Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 27, 2019 – Michael Dahl received the first Jacob Barber and Katarina Peeters Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
CKCF celebrates philanthropy, new headquarters during luncheon
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 27, 2019 – Home. That was the theme of the annual Central Kentucky Community Foundation philanthropy luncheon celebration Thursday at Grace Heartland Church in Elizabethtown. The luncheon showcases the foundation’s efforts and invites guests to speak about the impact of some of the endowments and funds the foundation manages. [Read More]
Jam session
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 26, 2019 – St. James Regional Catholic School students perform “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz on Thursday at Central Kentucky Community Foundation’s Celebrating Community Philanthropy luncheon. [Read More]
Bussiere receives the first PFC Sammie Phillips Memorial Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 24, 2019 – Kyle Bussiere was awarded the first PFC Sammie Phillips Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Cepeda receives Dr. Linda Mayhew STEM Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 22, 2019 – Selena Cepeda received the Dr. Linda Mayhew STEM Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
McDowell receives EHS Class of 1966 Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 22, 2019 – Adalie McDowell received the Elizabethtown High School Class of 1966 Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Guenther awarded scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 17, 2019 – Regan Guenther received the Dr. Larry and Mary Lou Hall Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Three tabbed as finalists for Heels Together grant
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 10, 2019 – Heels Together organizers traveled Hardin County on Monday, surprising finalists for its annual grant with the good news, balloons and cookies. [Read More]
Bullock awarded Dr. Jim Owen Memorial Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 6, 2019 – Noah Bullock recently received the Dr. Jim Owen Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Berlyn Smith awarded Dr. and Mrs. E.H. Durnil Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 4, 2019 – Berlyn Smith received the Dr. and Mrs. E.H. Durnil Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
EHS students awarded scholarships in memory of Brice and Brianna Taylor
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 4, 2019 – Two Elizabethtown High School students recently were awarded scholarships in memory of two siblings and EHS graduates who died days apart in separate accidents. [Read More]
French awarded Audrey Shoulders Memorial Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Sept. 3, 2019 – Katherine Grace French is the recipient of the Audrey Shoulders Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Area students receive Central Kentucky Community Foundation Scholarships for ECTC
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Aug. 31, 2019 – Thirteen area students from six high schools and another 18 Elizabethtown Community and Technical College students recently received a Central Kentucky Community Foundation Scholarship to attend the college. [Read More]
Myers receives Col. Michael Baymor Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Aug. 28, 2019 – Logan Myers recently received the Col. Michael Baymor Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Sound garden to be installed in Elizabethtown
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Aug. 12, 2019 – Children soon will have a new place to play. [Read More]
Community Health Clinic fundraiser renamed
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
Aug. 5, 2019 – The annual Community Health Clinic fundraiser is changing its name to better reflect the clinic’s mission. [Read More]
Book drive benefits campers
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 24, 2019 – During June, Pinkham Lincoln Automotive in Elizabethtown held a book drive to benefit Get Ready! Camp, an initiative of Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Cepeda receives Dr. Linda Mayhew scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 19, 2019 – Selena Cepeda received the Dr. Linda Mayhew STEM Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Regan Guenther awarded Dr. Larry and Mary Lou Hall Scholarship
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 18, 2019 – Regan Guenther received the Dr. Larry and Mary Lou Hall Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Logan Myers receives Col. Michael Baymor Scholarship from CKCF
MEADE COUNTY MESSENGER
July 18, 2019 – Logan Myers recently received the Col. Michael Baymor Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Dailey Raylynn Harris awarded Brent Wagoner Excellence in Education Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 15, 2019 – Dailey Raylynn Harris recently received the Brent Wagoner Excellence in Education Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Katherine Grace French awarded Audrey Shoulders Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 13, 2019 – Katherine Grace French is the recipient of the Audrey Shoulders Memorial Scholarship from the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Four Meade County High School students receive the Martha Jane Hamilton Nursing Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation
MEADE COUNTY MESSENGER
July 11, 2019 – Four Meade County High School students recently received the Martha Jane Hamilton Nursing Scholarship. [Read More]
Six LaRue County graduates receive memorial scholarship
LaRUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
July 3, 2019 – Six LaRue County High School graduates received the Harold and Cynthia Carter Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
MCHS grad receives Dr. Linda Mayhew STEM Scholarship
THE LEBANON ENTERPRISE
July 3, 2019 – Selena Cepeda received the Dr. Linda Mayhew STEM Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Parents enjoy accessibility of new Get Ready! Camp location
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 1, 2019 – The eighth year of Get Ready! Camp has ended. [Read More]
Bullock awarded Dr. Jim Owen Memorial Scholarship
GRAYSON COUNTY NEWS GAZETTE
June 29, 2019 – Noah Bullock recently received the Dr. Jim Owen Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
7 Grayson students receive scholarships for ECTC
GRAYSON COUNTY NEWS GAZETTE
June 27, 2019 – 13 area students from six high schools and another 18 Elizabethtown Community and Technical College students recently received Central Kentucky Community Foundation scholarships. [Read More]
Kudos: Praising positives
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 18, 2019 – GET READY! CAMP. Preparation is key in every walk of life, whether you are planning your retirement, a vacation or getting a child ready to learn with school on the horizon. [Read More]
Endow Kentucky tax credits create an urgency for donors
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 8, 2019 – By now, you may have heard about a unique opportunity for Kentucky donors in the form of a tax benefit. The Endow Kentucky program offers a tax credit to donors who establish an endowment fund or contribute to an existing one. [Read More]
Get Ready! Camp is underway
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 6, 2019 – The sounds of children giggling, shouting and speaking to their parents filled the cafeteria of Panther Academy Wednesday as several parents and young children participated in the third day of the annual Get Ready! Camp. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation offers tax credit to donors
LEBANON ENTERPRISE
June 5, 2019 – Each year, the state of Kentucky has offered a tax credit to local donors through the Endow Kentucky program. This year, the state is offering $1 million in tax credits to donors who establish an endowment fund or donate to an existing one with a certified community foundation, such as Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Foundation offers tax credit to donors
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 2, 2019 – Kentucky offers a tax credit to local donors through the Endow Kentucky program and this year, the state is offering $1 million in tax credits to donors who establish an endowment fund or donate to an existing one with a certified community foundation, such as Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Get Ready! Camp begins this week
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 6, 2019 – The annual summer educational Get Ready! Camp begins this week. The program, in its eighth consecutive year, is an initiative of the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. The program is geared toward children from newborns to 5-year-olds and their families. [Read More]
Kudos: Praising positives
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 28, 2019 – GENEROSITY THRIVES. Kentucky Gives Day continues to be a hit for nonprofit organizations doing good work around the region. [Read More]
Ky. Gives Day Raised Over $155,652 for Local Nonprofit Organizations
LEBANON ENTERPRISE
May 22, 2019 – Our region united in their giving Tuesday to make this year’s Kentucky Gives Day the most successful yet and for the second year in a row St. James Catholic School led the state in giving. [Read More]
Ky. Gives Day Raised Over $155,652 for Local Nonprofit Organizations
LARUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
May 22, 2019 – Our region united in their giving Tuesday to make this year’s Ky. Gives Day the most successful yet and for the second year in a row St. James Catholic School led the state in giving. [Read More]
St. James School tops state on giving day
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 16, 2019 – The region united in giving Tuesday to make this year’s Kentucky Gives Day the most successful yet, according to the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Today is Kentucky Gives Day
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 14, 2019 – An annual fundraising blitz for Kentucky Gives Day has begun. The goal of Kentucky Gives Day is to raise as much money as possible through a single online giving site, allowing donors the opportunity to support causes they care about and giving nonprofits the opportunity to share their stories. [Read More]
Local nonprofits raising funds with online campaign
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
May 11, 2019 – Several Kentucky nonprofit organizations will be raising funds through an online campaign Tuesday, including groups that operate locally. [Read More]
Students create memorial for their late classmate
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 9, 2019 – While toiling under a bright blue sky and a vivid sun, with temperatures in the 80s, several St. James Catholic Regional School students spent their school day Wednesday cleaning up around Freeman Lake Park and building a memorial for former classmate, Tai Sy Le. [Read More]
Statewide day of online giving brings Kentuckians together
LEBANON ENTERPRISE
May 8, 2019 – In a little more than a week, several Central Kentucky nonprofit organizations will be looking for local heroes to champion their causes and support their work. [Read More]
Kentucky’s 24-hour fundraising blitz set for May 14
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 5, 2019 – Area philanthropists will get a chance to participate in a day of giving to local causes on May 14. Kentucky Gives Day is a 24-hour opportunity to contribute to nonprofits in the area. [Read More]
Local students awarded nearly $300,000 in scholarship money
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 1, 2019 – Jordan Murrah knew she was getting scholarship money Monday, but she was completely taken aback when she received more than $8,000 to use for her future education. [Read More]
Kudos: Praising positives
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 30, 2019 – FOUNDATIONAL GIFT. The Central Kentucky Community Foundation launched its fundraising campaign to help pay for construction of its new headquarters in a big way thanks to The Cecilian Bank. [Read More]
Capital campaign for Home of Philanthropy kicks off
LEBANON ENTERPRISE
April 24, 2019 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation has launched a fundraising campaign to help pay for construction costs for its new headquarters. [Read More]
Community foundation starts fundraising campaign, receives $250,000 donation
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 21, 2019 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation has launched a fundraising campaign to help pay for construction costs for its new headquarters. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation Launches Capital Campaign for Home of Philanthropy
The Cecilian Bank Makes Significant Leadership Gift
PRESS RELEASE
April 19, 2019 – –With construction continuing on the community’s newest home, Central Kentucky Community Foundation’s Home of Philanthropy, financial support for the project is also building. [Read More]
Generosity affirms impact we can have
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 6, 2019 – When Fred Gross took the stage last month for A Night of Remembrance and Understanding at The State Theater in Elizabethtown, he did so with a smile. It was a genuine smile. One that told the audience there to hear him that he was happy to see them. And although he didn’t know them, the smile radiated a love he holds for them. [Read More]
‘Child of the Holocaust’ shares story at State Theater
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
March 26, 2019 – A million and a half Jewish children lost their lives in the Holocaust, Fred Gross, who was only 3 when Germany invaded Belgium, told those in attendance Monday evening at The State Theater during A Night of Remembrance and Understanding. [Read More]
Students reflect on Holocaust murals, history at ECTC
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
March 22, 2019 – Holding clipboards with questions that needed to be answered, North Hardin High School students walked around Wednesday studying the 21 murals that are part of the Never Again: Murals of the Holocaust project. [Read More]
Holocaust remembrance event moves to State
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
March 19, 2019 – High interest for a community event next week hosted by Central Kentucky Community Foundation has prompted a change in venues. [Read More]
Holocaust survivor shares story with E’town High students
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
March 14, 2019 – Fred Gross said he is lucky to be alive. The Holocaust survivor spoke Wednesday to Elizabethtown High School students about his journey through France to escape from the Nazi invasion of his home country of Belgium. Gross, who will be speaking at other schools in the county, is author of “One Step Ahead of Hitler: A Jewish Child’s Journey through France,” which details his family’s journey. [Read More]
Scholarship Opportunities – February 20, 2019
LARUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
February 20, 2019 – Scholarship Central Scholarships. Apply through www.ckcf4people.org. [Read More]
Upcoming Holocaust exhibit to be open on certain weekends
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 19, 2019 – An exhibit opening next week featuring artwork about the Holocaust now will be open on some weekends. [Read More]
Holocaust murals arrive at ECTC
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 19, 2019 – Next week, Hardin County residents will have an opportunity to learn about the Holocaust through artwork. [Read More]
Money available to help church youth
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 14, 2019 – Hardin County youth interested in financial help for church camp or expenses related to a mission trip can apply for assistance. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to LaRue County Students
LARUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
February 13, 2019 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation (CKCF) will award over $300,000 in college scholarships for the 2019-20 academic year, including all Elizabethtown Community and Technical College scholarships. The total more than doubles last year’s awards. [Read More]
Multiple scholarships open to students through Scholarship Central
LEBANON ENTERPRISE
February 13, 2019 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation (CKCF) will award more than $300,000 in college scholarships for the 2019-20 academic year, including all Elizabethtown Community and Technical College scholarships. The total more than doubles last year’s awards. [Read More]
Scholarships open to Nelson County students through Scholarship Central
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
February 13, 2019 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation is accepting scholarship applications now through March 1 for several scholarships available to Nelson Countians. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for Elizabethtown High School seniors
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 8, 2019 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation has thousands of dollars in scholarships for the 2019-20 academic year available through Scholarship Central. [Read More]
Exhibit for mind and heart
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 8, 2019 – How could it happen? It is a question that often accompanies any discussion of the Holocaust. It and other questions will be considered in Hardin County classrooms over the next few weeks as the Central Kentucky Community Foundation brings Never Again: The Murals of the Holocaust to the area. [Read More]
Local scholarships available for students
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 1, 2019 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation will award more than $300,000 in college scholarships for the 2019-20 academic year. [Read More]
County Schools, Rotary partner with Community Foundation for scholarships
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
January 23, 2019 – Nelson County students looking for financial assistance will be able to better access available scholarships with the help of a new foundation partnership. [Read More]
Scholarship application days set to assist students
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 20, 2019 – Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s financial aid office and Central Kentucky Community Foundation will host two scholarship application days for the 2019-20 academic year. Any students who plan to attend college during the 2019-20 school year and who would like assistance or have questions about scholarships are encouraged to attend. [Read More]
CKCF adds scholarships for ECTC, Nelson County
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 16, 2019 – Local students heading to college or a technical school now have the chance to earn thousands of dollars in scholarships from an online portal. [Read More]
Scholarship Application Days Scheduled to Assist Students with Application Process
LARUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
January 16, 2019 – Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s financial aid office and Central Kentucky Community Foundation will host two Scholarship Application Days for the 2019-2020 academic year. [Read More]
Residents remember long-time educators
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 4, 2018 – Margaret Jeanette “Jean” Dudgeon and Mary Maurice Utley were long-time educators at Elizabethtown Community College. Dudgeon died Jan. 2 while Utley died Christmas Eve. [Read More]
Scholarship portal opens Jan. 1
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
December 23, 2018 – The new year brings a new opportunity for students to apply for college scholarships. A partnership between Elizabethtown Community and Technical College and Central Kentucky Community Foundation will make it easier for ECTC students to apply for multiple scholarships through the foundation’s Scholarship Central application portal, according to ECTC. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation celebrates Community Foundation Week
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
December 14, 2018 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation recently highlighted its collaboration with other entities for the betterment of the 10-county region it serves in celebration of Community Foundation Week. The foundation, its staff, board members, donors and supporters embodied its motto, “Let’s do some good today” by serving at other nonprofits to support them in their mission in the region. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation welcomes new board members
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
December 11, 2018 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation, the philanthropic focal point serving Breckinridge, Bullitt, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson and Washington counties, recently welcomed three new members to its board of directors. [Read More]
Woodland Elementary teacher receives grant
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
December 10, 2019 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation surprised Woodland Elementary School teacher Rebecca Tabb with a grant Friday morning. [Read More]
CKCF New Board Members
LARUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
December 5, 2018 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation, the philanthropic focal point serving Breckinridge, Bullitt, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson and Washington counties, recently welcomed three new members to its board of directors. [Read More]
Woman’s Club of Elizabethtown members gather for meeting
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
November 28, 2018 – Second Vice-President Linda Luckett introduced guest speaker Davette Swiney, president and CEO of the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Community foundation adds new board members
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
November 26, 2018 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation recently welcomed three new members to its board of directors. [Read More]
Heels Together awards grants to Community Health Clinic, Warm Blessings
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
November 14, 2018 – Heels Together, a women-led strategic initiative of Central Kentucky Community Foundation, awarded $22,000 in grants Nov. 1. [Read More]
CKCF leads effort for community investment
LEBANON ENTERPRISE
November 14, 2018 – For the past 58 years, Central Kentucky Community Foundation – and before that North Central Education Foundation – has helped people invest in their communities through philanthropy. [Read More]
CKCF leads effort for community investment
LARUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
November 14, 2018 – For the past 58 years, Central Kentucky Community Foundation – and before that North Central Education Foundation – has helped people invest in their communities through philanthropy. [Read More]
Foundation, partners hope to better community through service
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
November 13, 2019 – Hays Prather smiled big for the camera and smiled even bigger as women from the Central Kentucky Community Foundation and staff at the Carl M. Brashear Radcliff Veterans Center told him how good the picture looked. [Read More]
Kudos: Saluting veterans
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
November 12, 2019 – INVESTMENT IMPACT. Heels Together, a group of women investors who support projects that help women and girls in the community, recently awarded grants of $15,000 to the Community Health Clinic and $7,000 to Warm Blessings soup kitchen. [Read More]
CKCF celebrates Community Foundation Week
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
November 11, 2019 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation this week will be celebrating Community Foundation Week, a celebration of the role organizations play in promoting charitable resources and building stronger communities. [Read More]
New women’s health initiative seeks to ‘bridge the gap’
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
November 4, 2019 – Central Kentucky women who are in need of cancer screenings, mammograms and pelvic exams soon will be able to receive services at the Community Health Clinic. [Read More]
Lessons from man called Dee
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
October 28, 2019 – ISSUE: Recalling Dee Huddleston and his career. OUR VIEW: Product of his era, Senator was a servant. Once upon a time, in a more uncomplicated America, elected officials were viewed as public servants. [Read More]
Broadcaster turned legislator, Dee Huddleston impacted area
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
October 17, 2019 – Walter D. Huddleston’s low-key manner, smooth vocals and leadership skills brought him popularity on the radio and eventually positions of power in Frankfort and Washington, D.C. The two-term U.S. senator, unseated in part by a legendary attack ad, died Tuesday at age 92. [Read More]
ECTC to restructure workforce training program
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
October 12, 2019 – In a move to help local companies, Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is looking to revamp Workforce Solutions, its external training division. [Read More]
Heels Together reveals four finalists for grants
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
October 3, 2018 – Four area nonprofits are in the running for nearly $20,000 in grant funding from Heels Together, the women-led strategic initiative announced Tuesday. Finalists were surprised at their offices last week. This year’s finalists are CASA of the Heartland, the Community Health Clinic, Hardin County Skills U and Warm Blessings. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation hosts annual Celebrating Community Philanthropy luncheon
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
September 30, 2018 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation recently held its annual Celebrating Community Philanthropy luncheon. During the luncheon, community partners shared personal experiences about how they have decided to pass on their legacy through Central Kentucky Community Foundation – the philanthropic focal point in the region, serving Breckinridge, Bullitt, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson and Washington counties – so that opportunity is left for the next generation. [Read More]
Foundation celebrates philanthropy at luncheon
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
September 21, 2018 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation celebrated the love of giving and helping others Thursday during its annual Celebrating Community Philanthropy luncheon. One reason for the event is to increase awareness of how charitable giving contributes to the well-being of residents now and in the future. [Read More]
County’s readiness rate ‘not good enough’
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
August 7, 2018 – Improving that rate will take the whole community, officials say. Danielle Payne has sent several children off to kindergarten. Over the years, she’s learned what skills they need to be ready and how to prepare her children. [Read More]
Continuing opportunities for farming in our region
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 22, 2018 – Have you ever walked through a freshly plowed field, picking up a handful of soil just to let it run through your fingers while you inhale the rich smell of our earth? Have you ever helped a heifer deliver her first calf, while in complete awe of life as its little wobbly legs stand for the first time? Have you enjoyed the delicious food available at local farmers markets? [Read More]
Helping farmers of tomorrow grow
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
July 8, 2018 – The number of farmers and people employed in farming has been on the decline for a century and it continues. [Read More]
Farm film screening, panel set for Tuesday
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 22, 2018 – Those interested in a farming career or in knowing where their food comes from will have an opportunity to learn more Tuesday at the Historic State Theater in Elizabethtown. A public screening of the documentary “Farmers For America” and a panel discussion with local agricultural producers is at 6 p.m. The event, presented by the Central Kentucky Community Foundation and Hardin County Farm Bureau, is free and open to the public. [Read More]
CKCF and Farm Bureau announce Panelists for Upcoming Farmers For America Film Screening and Panel Discussion
PRESS RELEASE
June 21, 2018 – A public screening of the documentary, Farmers For America, and a panel discussion made up of local agricultural producers will be held on Tuesday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m. at The Historic State Theater located at 209 W. Dixie Ave in Elizabethtown. This event is free and open to the public. [Read More]
Students learn through play at annual early childhood camp
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 15, 2018 – Everett Smith stretched and squashed slime, made of glue and liquid starch in his hands. Slime was part of an activity Wednesday during the annual Get Ready! Camp at Panther Academy in Elizabethtown. [Read More]
Farmers for America
LARUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
June 13, 2018 – A public screening of the documentary, Farmers for America, and a panel discussion made up of local agriculture producers will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 26 at The Historic State Theater located at 209 W. Dixie Ave, Elizabethtown. [Read More]
Groups offering free film screening of Farmers For America
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
June 9, 2018 – A public screening of the documentary, Farmers for America, and a panel discussion made up of local agriculture producers will be held Tuesday, June 26 at 6 p.m. at The Historic State Theater, 209 W. Dixie Ave., in Elizabethtown. This event is free and open to the public. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation & Farm Bureau sponsor a free film screening of Farmers For America
PRESS RELEASE
June 7, 2018 – A public screening of the documentary, Farmers for America, and a panel discussion made up of local agriculture producers will be held on Tuesday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m. at The Historic State Theater located at 209 W. Dixie Ave, Elizabethtown. This event is free and open to the public. [Read More]
Get Ready! Camp returns next week
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 6, 2018 – Hardin County’s annual early childhood camp is back for another summer. [Read More]
Kentucky Gives Day raises $308,953 in 24 hours
LANE REPORT
May 23, 2018 – Nonprofit organizations participating in Kentucky Gives Day raised a collective $308,953 yesterday in the state’s sixth annual 24-hour online giving campaign. [Read More]
Kentucky Gives Day Raised Over $114,000 for Nonprofits in Our Region
PRESS RELEASE
May 23, 2018 – Donors across the state of Kentucky gave to support local nonprofits during the 6th annual Kentucky Gives Day on May 22. [Read More]
Local nonprofits hoping donors are active on Kentucky Gives Day
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
May 22, 2018 – Kentucky’s annual day of giving has arrived, as Kentucky Gives Day is today. It is a statewide, 24-hour online giving event meant to help raise money and awareness about the vital work of nonprofit organizations. [Read More]
Kentucky’s 24 hours of giving returns May 22
PRESS RELEASE
May 21, 2018 – Kentucky Gives Day – the statewide 24-hour online giving event – is Tuesday, May 22. [Read More]
What if Everyone Gives 5%?
PRESS RELEASE
Imagine the difference we could make in our region if $10 million in grants were available to enhance our communities each year. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation has groundbreaking for new headquarters
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 21, 2018 – Members of the community, students and teachers hoist their shovels Friday at a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Central Kentucky Community Foundation headquarters in a lot owned by CKCF on Jim Owens Drive adjacent to the Hardin County Public Library in Elizabethtown. [Read More]
Central Ky Community Foundation offers Endow Kentucky Tax Credit to donors
THE KENTUCKY STANDARD
April 17, 2018 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation works with philanthropist across our region on gifts eligible for the Endow Kentucky tax credit program. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation Host Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Home of Philanthropy
PRESS RELEASE
April 3, 2018 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation announces a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Home of Philanthropy on Friday, April 20 at 12:00 p.m. (EDT), located at 200 Jim Owen Drive in Elizabethtown, KY. [Read More]
KUDOS: Praising positives in our community
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
April 3, 2018 – A CONFERENCE WITH APPEAL. The third annual Inspire Women’s Conference last month not only attracted a well-known guest, but about 500 residents. [Read More]
$1.6 Million Gift Creates Scholarship Opportunities for LaRue County Students
LARUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
February 28, 2018 – The legacy of Harold and Cynthia Carter will go on forever through the many students who will benefit from their generous scholarship fund. [Read More]
Statewide Day of Online Giving Brings Kentuckians Together on May 22
PRESS RELEASE
Kentucky Gives Day – the statewide 24-hour online giving event – returns to our region for a third year on May 22. [Read More]
$1.6 Million Gift Creates Scholarship Opportunities for LaRue County Students
PRESS RELEASE
The legacy of Harold and Cynthia Carter will go on forever through the many students who will benefit from their generous scholarship fund. [Read More]
Stepping into STEM
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 14, 2018 – Nevaen Napier, a seventh-grader at T.K. Stone Middle School, studied her own shoe before making a sketch of it Tuesday. [Read More]
EIS to host STEM workshop this week
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 11, 2018 – Forty girls from T.K. Stone Middle School will work to design a shoe sole this week as part of a summit introducing them to science, technology, engineering and math. [Read More]
Lahoma Routt Church Camp or Mission Trip Scholarships Available through Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
February 6, 2018 – Hardin County youth now have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship for church camp or a mission trip. [Read More]
Working in unison to benefit others
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 7, 2018 – A renewed partnership between Elizabethtown Community and Technical College and the Central Kentucky Community Foundation seems the most natural of arrangements. [Read More]
Over $15,000 available in Heels Together Grants
PRESS RELEASE
February 5, 2018 –Heels Together announces over $15,000 available in grants to help women in girls across our community. [Read More]
True visionary aids ECTC idea
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 2, 2018 – A visionary can identify a valuable idea, forecast its chance of success and recognize its impact before others. [Read More]
Inspire Conference lands Heather Land as guest speaker
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
February 2, 2018 – Heather Land, blogger and YouTube star of the ongoing series “I Ain’t Doin’ It,” will be the featured speaker at the third annual Inspire Women Conference. [Read More]
ECTC, foundation share details of partnership
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 30, 2018 – For Juston Pate, it didn’t take long to understand the importance of the North Central Kentucky Foundation — now Central Kentucky Community Foundation — to Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, where Pate is the president. [Read More]
ECTC to announce historic donation
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 25, 2018 – ECTC will hold an event at 2 p.m. Friday to announce the gift to the Dr. Robert E. and Rita H. Robbins Fund of Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Making it simpler to find tuition help
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 12, 2018 – When it came to applying for scholarships in the “old days,” students would have to seek out applications for local scholarships at the school’s counseling office or hope one was given to them by a thoughtful community member or teacher. [Read More]
Area college, foundation to increase collaboration
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 11, 2018 – The Central Kentucky Community Foundation and Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, organizations with a shared history, are once again working together. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation and Elizabethtown Community Announce Strategic Partnership
PRESS RELEASE
January 10, 2018 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation and Elizabethtown Community and Technical College announce a new strategic partnership that will strengthen higher education and better position our region for continued growth. [Read More]
Starting 2018 in active ways
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 9, 2018 – KUDOS: Praising positives in our community. YOUTH FUND. In hopes of providing quality sports instruction to all, a new fund has been established through the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Application period opens for more than $115,000 in local scholarships
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
January 4, 2018 – Betty Holeman and her husband, James, saved money for 30 years to establish a scholarship fund to help a high school student go to college. [Read More]
Tax law adds motivation for year-end giving
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
December 28, 2017 – The end of each year typically brings a flurry of donations for nonprofits. [Read More]
Youth Sports Fund of Hardin County Established with Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
December 13, 2017 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation announces its ongoing commitment to enhancing the lives of youth with the introduction of the Youth Sports Fund of Hardin County. [Read More]
Elizabethtown Heritage Council Establishes Endowment Fund with Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
December 2, 2017 – The Elizabethtown Heritage Council recently partnered with Central Kentucky Community Foundation to establish an endowment fund that will ultimately provide a new, permanent revenue stream for the Heritage Council. [Read More]
Community foundation, HCS award $1,900 in grants
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
December 1, 2017 – Four teachers across Hardin County Schools received more than $1,900 Wednesday in combined grants. [Read More]
Hardin County Educational Fund Awards $1,900 in Partnership Grants
PRESS RELEASE
November 30, 2017 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation and Hardin County Schools award over $1,900 in Partnership Grants to four Hardin County Schools teachers. [Read More]
ECTC honors distinguished alumni, organizations at annual ceremony
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
November 12, 2017 – If not for the Central Kentucky Community Foundation, Elizabethtown Community and Technical College might not exist. The foundation — then the North Central Education Foundation — raised money to buy the land and build the college in order to provide regional opportunities for higher education. [Read More]
Heels Together helps together
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
November 2, 2017 – ISSUE: Program awards grants to local agencies. OUR VIEW: Investing in attempts to help others. The women who are investors of Heels Together awarded $18,500 in grant money last week to three organizations. [Read More]
Heels Together awards nearly $20,000 in grants to finalists
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
October 28, 2017 – Three local projects received a boost Thursday night after Heels Together investors awarded nearly $20,000 in grants. [Read More]
Heels Together Awards $18,500 in Grants
PRESS RELEASE
October 27, 2017 – Heels Together, a women-led strategic initiative of Central Kentucky Community Foundation, awarded nearly $20,000 in grants Thursday evening. This year, three local organizations were presented grants at the 2017 Heels Together Investors Banquet. [Read More]
St. James starts Vex Robotics program
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
October 18, 2017 – Students at St. James Catholic Regional School will have the opportunity to compete in Vex Robotics as the program kicks off its first year. [Read More]
Heels Together keeps focus on women, girls
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
September 20, 2017 – Heels Together investors recently visited three local nonprofits carrying balloons and cookies to celebrate that the organizations were chosen as finalists in the 2017 grant cycle of the women’s fund. [Read More]
LCS receives grants from Dow Corning
THE LARUE COUNTY HERALD NEWS
September 20, 2017 – Two LaRue County schools have recently benefited from the Dow Corning Foundation Donor Advised Fund of Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
CKCF Welcomes Carter and Sizemore to the Board of Directors
PRESS RELEASE
September 15, 2017 – Central Kentucky Community Foundation is pleased to announce Chris Carter and Jamie Sizemore as the newest members of its Board of Directors. [Read More]
Dow Corning awards more than $6,000 to area schools
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
September 13, 2017 – Three local schools have supplies and equipment thanks to grants from the Dow Corning Foundation. [Read More]
Central Kentucky Community Foundation, Heels Together announce grant finalists
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
September 8, 2017 – With meetings scheduled under the pretense of being further examined on their grant proposals, this year’s Heels Together grant finalists were given a pleasant surprise when organizers arrived at their place of business with balloons and treats in hand. [Read More]
Heels Together Announces Grant Finalists
PRESS RELEASE
September 7, 2017 – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana, Elizabethtown Independent Schools and Silverleaf Sexual Trauma Recovery Services are the three finalists for the annual Heels Together funding. [Read More]
Defining success
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
August 22, 2017 – KUDOS: Praising positives in the community. RIDER ON PHILANTHROPY. Al Rider always has had his hands on the pulse of the community and great causes. [Read More]
Washington County Association for the Mentally Handicapped Legacy Fund established at Central Kentucky Community Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
August 11, 2017 – For over forty-five years, the Washington County Association for the Mentally Handicapped has supported the needs of the intellectually disabled in Washington County, Kentucky. At the heart of each project the Association has supported, is a firm commitment to improving the lives of the mentally handicapped in Washington County. [Read More]
E’town native named chairman of Kentucky philanthropy group board of directors
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
August 10, 2017 – For his wealth of experience and having been part of building the Central Kentucky Community Foundation from the ground up, the Kentucky Philanthropy Initiative Board of Directors has elected Al Rider as chairman. [Read More]
Noppadon Onnoy received the Gourmands International Culinary Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Noppadon Onnoy recently received the Gourmands International Culinary Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. He is a student at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College and the son of Fon Onnoy and Long Chulai. [Read More]
Abigail Edwards received Owen J. Estes, Sr. Memorial Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Abigail Edwards recently received the Owen J. Estes, Sr. Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Dillon Swank received the Elizabethtown Class of 1966 Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Dillon Swank recently received the Elizabethtown Class of 1966 Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Three awarded J.R. and Carrie Lee Edwards Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Three LaRue County graduates were awarded the J.R. and Carrie Lee Edwards Scholarship to continue their education. [Read More]
Brenda Ramich awarded the Dr. Jim Owen Memorial Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Brenda Ramich recently received the Dr. Jim Owen Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Shelbi Clark awarded the Dennis and Lisa Parrett Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Shelbi Clark recently received the Dennis and Lisa Parrett Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Micah Skaggs received the Col. Michael Baymor Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Micah Skaggs recently received the Col. Michael Baymor Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Thirty-six students received a Central Kentucky Community Foundation Scholarship to Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Thirty-six area students recently received a Central Kentucky Community Foundation Scholarship to Elizabethtown Community and Technical College. [Read More]
Colby Key Awarded Brice Taylor Memorial Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Elizabethtown High School student Colby Key, son of Joseph and Amy Key, was awarded the Brice Taylor Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Nicole Blackstone Awarded Brianna Taylor Memorial Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Elizabethtown High School student Nicole Blackstone, daughter of Gregory and Delana Blackstone, was awarded the Brianna Taylor Memorial Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Madison Blair Awarded Brent Wagoner Excellence in Education Scholarship
PRESS RELEASE
July 28, 2017 – Madison Blair recently received the Brent Wagoner Excellence in Education Scholarship from Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
HCS Vex Robotics program receives $5,000 grant
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 20, 2017 – The Vex Robotics program in Hardin County Schools recently was awarded a $5,000 grant from the Dow Corning Fund of the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. [Read More]
Girls empowered to shatter glass ceilings at STEM camp
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 13, 2017 – Parker Lally and her friends, all incoming fifth-graders at Lincoln Trail Elementary School, love coding. “There’s so much you can do with it,” she said. [Read More]
Get Ready! Camp underway
THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE
June 1, 2017 – Schools, local organizations work during summer to prepare children for school [Read More]