Distinguished Alumni Award nominations now open
Nominations are now open for the USD 250 Foundation Distinguished Alumni Award, an award established to recognize Pittsburg High School graduates who have distinguished themselves through their work, personal accomplishments, or in the lives of others. Nominations are due Dec. 31. The award will be given next spring in conjunction with Pittsburg High School Commencement. “By recognizing graduates who have gone on to make an impact professionally and in their communities, we’
USD 250 Foundation Teacher Grant application process opens Nov. 7
The USD 250 Foundation will open applications for its annual Teacher Grant Program on Friday, Nov. 7 . Educators can apply online at usd250foundation.org/teachergrants . The Foundation is committed to excellence in educational opportunities for all students through the enhancement of school facilities, services, and programs. Teacher grants play a vital role in that mission by providing funds for projects that help students learn, grow, and succeed, noted Kelynn Heardt, Fo
Make your giving count more during Match Week
Friends, We invite you to be part of something special! This year, the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) is expanding its annual Match Day event into Match Week, running from Nov. 10-14, 2025 . Now, your generosity will have an even greater impact on our organization by helping us earn a portion of more than $100,000 in matching funds being offered by CFSEK. We need your support to make the most of this incredible opportunity. Every dollar you donate is amp
Rooted in learning: Student gardening project teaches valuable life skills
Fourth graders at George Nettels Elementary planted and maintain flower pots at the school thanks to a Foundation grant. The growing...
Elliott chosen for Distinguished Alumni Award
He couldn’t have imagined the strength of the foundation that was being laid in his life as a student at George Nettels Elementary, or at...
Foundation awards $142,000 in scholarships to 74 PHS seniors
For 74 seniors at Pittsburg High School, their goal of earning a college degree has been made a bit easier thanks to $142,000 in...
Foundation awards $28,000 in teacher grants
The lives of hundreds of students in Pittsburg Community School District will be positively impacted by $28,000 in grants given to more...
4th Annual Night of Dragons planned to raise money for scholarships, grants
Reservations are on sale now for an event that supports scholarships for graduating seniors and teacher grants: the USD 250 Foundation’s...
Pittsburg High School seniors: Get ready to apply for scholarships!
This year, more than 40 scholarships are available through the USD 250 Foundation to graduating seniors planning to attend a...
Nominations now open for Distinguished Alumni Award
The USD 250 Foundation is accepting nominations now for the Distinguished Alumni Award that will be given next spring in conjunction with...