History played out
The Nicodemus Annual Chautauqua presented a host of historical characters from Nicodemus’ not so distant past. The
The Dane G. Hansen Foundation is committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. Fulfillment of our mission is predicated on three specific goals:
• Strengthening and supporting our communities
• Creating an environment for growth
• Increasing economic opportunities
We will advance our mission by investing in the areas of:
• Education
• Health Care
• Economic Development
• Community Social Services & Security
• Conservation & Environment
• Arts & Culture
• Community Beautification
The Nicodemus Annual Chautauqua presented a host of historical characters from Nicodemus’ not so distant past. The
“I can confidently say that my summer spent in Rooks County supported my interest in rural primary
A grant to the Thomas County Historical Society supplemented insurance claims after hail damaged the Prairie Museum’s
As with any small town, Miltonvale has learned to be resourceful. In 2016 a Miltonvale Grade School
The inaugural Night to Shine event in Hays provided the opportunity for individuals with special needs and
Accessibility in a critical community building was halted when the elevator required extensive repair. A grant from
A regional presence at Junction City now serves as a point of entry to Children’s Mercy for
The 2018 Barn Fest featured participatory demonstrations of log cutting and timber framing; presentations on the challenges
Students at Logan High School are learning important business skills thanks in part to a grant from
The opening of the pool at the Hansen Scout Reservation to the Kirwin community and surrounding area
The 25th anniversary of the Kansas Storytelling Festival was supported in part by a grant from the
A grant to Northwest Technical College helped to renovate the Water Technology Mobile Classroom. The project was tremendously
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on August 13, 2018, to raise awareness for a new trail in
Patrons of the annual Old Settler’s Day in Kirwin were better able to hear the events thanks
The 2018 Summer Music Theater festival involved 90 children from 10 communities in NW Kansas participating in
A new beef barn at the Gove County Fairgrounds provided more space for the animals and
Logan County fair barns had an ILLUMINATING improvement thanks to a grant provided by the Dane G.
Esbon received a grant from the Dane G Hansen Foundation for a much-needed public restroom for the