Company Profile
Greater Salina Community Foundation
Company Overview
The Greater Salina Community Foundation (GSCF), founded in 1999 by community leaders, is an example of a civic endeavor initiated for the good of the community. Over 100 donors established a strong administrative endowment to fund operations. Now, 15 years later, GSCF has become the largest community foundation in Kansas, with 12 affiliate community foundations and over $155 million in assets. GSCF ranks first in the nation on investment returns for foundations with endowment assets between $100 and $249 million.
Company History
The Greater Salina Community Foundation was established in 1999, and has grown to become the largest community foundation in Kansas. It's first affiliate foundation was established in 2000, and the foundation currently has 12 affiliates. In 2013, the Foundation purchased the 8th floor of the United Building, where its offices are presently located. In its 16th year of operation, the GSCF has awarded just under $100 million in grants since its establishment. The Foundation is currently seeking its second Executive Director.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
Has grown in just 16 years from 0 to $155 million in assets.
Has distributed nearly $100 million in grants
Largest community foundation in Kansas
Ranked #1 in investment returns for foundations with assets between 100 and 249 million
Benefits
The company offers a Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance plan, but its strongest employee benefit is its retirement program, which provides 12% of salary into a SEP-IRA plan.