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Who We Are and What We Do​​

The Council Grove Area Foundation (CGAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by and for the people of Council Grove and the surrounding areas. Our mission is to make philanthropy accessible, meaningful, and impactful for anyone who cares about strengthening our community—today and for generations to come.

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We help donors support the causes they care about most, whether through immediate contributions or planned gifts. As a tax-exempt public charity, we make it possible for individuals, families, local businesses, and organizations to create permanent and non-permanent, named funds that address the critical needs of Morris County and rural Kansas.

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CGAF accepts gifts from private citizens, corporations, foundations, and government agencies. We proudly serve donors, local nonprofits, and the communities that rely on both.

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Our work is guided by a dedicated board of local leaders who are deeply invested in the future of our rural communities. Their knowledge, passion, and commitment ensure that every gift is managed responsibly and used to create lasting impact.

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Together, we are building a stronger, more vibrant Morris County—now and for the future.

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The Communities We Serve

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  • Alta Vista

  • Burdick

  • Bushong

  • Council Grove

  • Dunlap

  • Dwight

  • Latimer

  • Wilsey

  • White City

Meet our Board

Our Foundation is led by knowledgeable, engaged local community leaders who care deeply about the future of our rural communities.

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Joe Buchanan

Board President

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Amy Oleen-Naaf

Vice President

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Cindy Jensen

Secretary

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Ashely Iverson

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Marty White

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Mary Lawrenz

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Kelly McDiffett

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Dave Kirk

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Kevin Leeper

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Marci McNeal

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Nicky Tiffany

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Amy Honer

Executive Director

GET IN TOUCH

We'd love to hear from you

PO BOX 137
Council Grove, KS 66846

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Photo Credits: Mindy Sue Photography and Love My Kansas - Land and Aerial Photography/Video

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