The Foundation provides necessary funding for scholarships and grants, which benefit charitable, religious, and governmental organizations, as well as to individuals for the furtherance of education and for basic needs for individuals facing a significant hardship.The Foundation primarily serves the counties of Barton, Pawnee, Rush and Stafford in central Kansas. Most grants are awarded through an open and non-discriminatory, competitive application process and are reviewed by a committee of volunteers before approval by the board of directors.The Foundation has awarded significant grants in the following areas: health and well-being of children and youth, services for the indigent, recreation and play space, education and the arts.