Introducing LiveWell Lawrence

LiveWell Lawrence is a commuity movement that calls for changes in the workplace, at home, in schools and in the community that make it easier for Lawrence residents to get more physically active and eat healthier.

The World's Largest Community Workout is an introductory event organized by the LiveWell Lawrence steering committee, Red Dog's Dog Days and KU Recreation Services. For more information, contact marilynhull@dccfoundation.org.


Environmental Fund Taking Applications

The Elizabeth Schultz Environmental Fund (ESEF) welcomes projects committed to the preservation and understanding of nature, and to resource conservation, especially in Douglas County, Kansas. Projects may address these goals in scientific, cultural, educational, aesthetic or economic ways.

Download grant guidelines and an application form.


Ways to Give through Your Community Foundation

Three ways to invest in the future of Douglas County residents through your community foundation:

Donate Online
Simply click on the Donate Online button on this page, choose one of the Douglas County charitable funds listed, and provide your credit card information. We'll mail you an acknowledgement letter for tax purposes, and notify the organization of your gift.

Mail
Mail a check made payable to the Douglas County Community Foundation to 900 Massachusetts, Suite 406, Lawrence, KS  66044. Please let us know if you want to support a particular fund, such as the Fairy Godmother Fund or our Fund for Children.

Call Us
If you would like to make a gift of stocks, bonds, real estate or other assets, or if you wish to set up a new fund, please call us at 785-843-8727.  
Report to the Community

Download the foundation's latest Report to the Community
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Foundation News

Download ESEF Grant Guidelines and Application Here

Spring 2009 Newsletter

Community Benefits from 2009 Grant Awards

Fairy Godmother Fund Helps Women in Need

Giving Gazette

Nongovernmental Group Making Personal Philanthropy Easy

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