Leadership
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Our Story
Founded in 2017, Osborne County Community Foundation is affiliated with the Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation in Bird City, KS. It is governed by a board of 10 representing the Osborne County communities of Alton, Downs, Natoma, Osborne, and Portis. Through strategic grantmaking and community initiatives, OCCF aims to enhance the quality of life for all residents of Osborne County.
Osborne County Community Foundation provides grants and funds to support projects that address local needs and create lasting impact within our communities. Through the generosity of donors, OCCF offers opportunities to fund a variety of initiatives, including education, community development, health, and the arts. Whether it’s through a designated fund, field of interest fund, or competitive grant program, OCCF is dedicated to building a brighter future for Osborne County. Every gift, no matter the size, helps make a difference.
Our Mission
Osborne County Community Foundation's mission is to help people invest in meaningful ways to make a difference in the community by building permanent endowed funds and meeting charitable community needs.
At Osborne County Community Foundation, we believe in the potential of every individual to create positive change. We envision a future where every person in Osborne County has the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to empowering our community to make that vision a reality.
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Ginger Howell
Board Chair | Alton
"My vision is for OCCF is to provide resources that enable community members to address the main deficits in our communities."
Vice Chair | Downs
"I believe the Foundation is one of the best community-based organizations that has ever existed for all of Osborne County."
Heather Hancock
Jill Koelling
Treasurer &
Founding Member | Natoma
"My hope is to partner with communities to build health and vitality within the county."
Secretary | Portis
"My goal is to continue assisting organizations in our community achieve enhancements for the betterment of Osborne County and future generations."
Savana LaRosh
Roger Hobrock
Member | Natoma
"We need new and innovative programs that will address the pertinent issues in our communities."
Kristal Stanton
Member | Osborne
"I'm excited for the opportunity to cultivate relationships that will help sustain the efforts of many individuals who work tirelessly to make the communities of Osborne County such a terrific place to call home."
Alyssa Carswell
Member | Alton
"I'm excited to see the growth of the Osborne County Community Foundation and am proud to be part of it."
Carol Noel
Member | Portis
"I enjoy making Osborne County a better place for people to live and encourage young people to stay and carry this on for generations to come..."
Member | Downs
"I'm looking forward to being part of the team directing decisions that benefit our families and neighbors."
Amy Doane
Nadine Sigle
Founding Member | Osborne
"My hope is for OCCF to increase its visibility within the community, strengthen donor relationships, and continue development of new funds.
