The Emporia Community Foundation (ECF) connects the diverse citizens and communities of Lyon and its six contiguous counties through the charitable actions of a variety of funds established for the purpose of bettering the lives of individuals within its communities.  As a 501c3 Foundation, the ECF continues the traditional Kansas heritage of providing nonprofit service and supporting the charitable giving requests of donors who wish to enrich the quality of life of local citizens.

ECF represents the Kansas counties of Lyon, Chase, Greenwood, Morris, Osage, Coffey and Wabaunsee.

There are several Types of Funds whereby donors may focus their interest.  These funds are established by individuals, families, businesses, and other nonprofit organizations that have made unordinary commitments to the needs within the community. Their sole purpose is to make the “community” a better place for perpetuity.

We are a nonprofit organization that rescues cats and kittens of all ages. We house adoptable cats.

Established in 1993, the Big Lakes Foundation solicits and facilitates donations and grants to support Big Lakes’ mission. The Big Lakes Foundation, a separate but affiliated nonprofit corporation, was established in 1993 to solicit, encourage and facilitate the contribution of funds for fulfilling Big Lakes’ mission. The foundation provides ongoing financial support for Big Lakes’ operations and special projects such as client parties, staff appreciation events, leadership development, and affordable/accessible housing for the people we serve.​

Heartwarmers has worked since 2017 to keep St. Joseph hearts and homes warm! They supply space heaters that have all the modern safety gears to anyone in need.

A Few Things About BE ABLE

We are a group that has collectively noticed the gaps and the individuals burdened by falling through.

We wanted to open up a shop for those out there who perhaps don’t fit in, are reluctant to move forward, or don’t know-how. We each have ample experiences with the fantastic social service organizations of the Manhattan area and have taken note of the growing need to serve those in the gaps. Operating from a stance of loving your neighbor as yourself, we will serve our neighbors with compassion, dignity, and respect.

Camp L.I.T. (Living In Truth) provides gender-based summer camps for Foster, Foster-Adopted & At-Risk Teens ages 12-18.

Faith. Fun. Friendships. Experience it all this summer at Camp L.I.T. !

Here we offer a safe place for foster, foster-adopted and at-risk youth to enjoy being a child and for them to learn to grow as a person, leader and friend.

Examples of What We Can Do:

Janie is on disability and cannot help herself when it comes to rescuing cats. She has trapped a homeless cat; rescued an abused cat; and took in an abandoned cat. This last one she did not think she could keep. However, after it was neutered, this slightly wild cat started curling up with her at night as well as getting along with the rest of the cats. She kept it. These are just a few that Critter Care has helped.

We are nearing 1,500 spay/neuters – Please help us and people like Janie eliminate the pain and suffering of companion animals by reducing the number of litters and homeless pets.

What are the Humanities?

The humanities help us understand what it means to be human — to seek connections with people and place. As we draw on our diverse histories, literature, ethics and cultures, we see more clearly who we are as people and define ideas that will shape a future worthy of generations to come.

The humanities start with stories — stories that connect us, that tell us who we are and where we’ve come from. They help us draw on insights from history, literature and culture to live richer lives.

The humanities generate ideas — ideas that change lives, that make each of us better citizens, and that strengthen the choices we make every day at home, at work and in our communities.

The humanities inspire action — action that changes lives and strengthens communities and our democracy.

Topeka Youth Project is dedicated to providing Youth the tools to start their path in life with a strong foundation.  Our programs are designed for Youth ages 14-21 looking to get their first job, career discovery or self-improvement and growth.

Supporting Topeka’s Youth since 1983 in finding the confidence to make positive decisions for their future. Jobs for Young Adults Program and Youth Court. To find out more visit our website www.topekayouthproject.com

Who We Are
Where there’s a need, there’s a Lion. Lions Clubs International is the largest service club organization in the world. Our 1.37 million members perform valuable service in 210 countries and geographic areas around the globe. Lions are friends, family and neighbors who share a core belief: community is what we make it.

Build Your Community
We believe that the world gets better and problems get smaller when people unite to serve their local and global community. Lions help where help is needed – in our own communities and around the world – with unmatched integrity and energy. Since 1917, Lions have strengthened communities through humanitarian projects and hands-on service. We serve neighbors who live next door and people on the other side of the world that we may never meet.

Where there’s a need – There’s a Lion