Topeka Credit Union Foundation Awards Nine Organizations with $33,000 in Community Grants
The Topeka Credit Union Foundation (TCUF) awarded nine local organizations with $33,000 in community grants this morning at its annual Benefactors Breakfast. The event celebrates the ongoing collaboration of Topeka-area credit unions in supporting programs that strengthen families, empower youth, and improve quality of life across Northeast Kansas.
Since its formation in 2004, the Topeka Credit Union Foundation has awarded over $513,197 in grant funding to local nonprofit organizations through the shared generosity of its member credit unions and community partners.
“Each of these organizations is doing incredible work to make Topeka and our surrounding communities stronger, safer, and more compassionate,” said Christina Schmidt, Chief Operations Officer for Envista Federal Credit Union and Vice Chair of the Topeka Credit Union Foundation. “As credit unions, we believe in people helping people. These grants are one way we live out that philosophy—by investing directly in programs that change lives.”
The following organizations were awarded grants for 2025:
Kansas Children’s Service League with a gift of $4,500 to support the Center for Restorative Education, helping students overcome behavioral and academic challenges through trauma-informed teaching and counseling.
Child Care Aware of Eastern Kansas with a gift of $2,500 to provide Family Child Care Business Essentials Kits for local providers, strengthening financial management and sustainability in early childhood care.
Omni Circle Group with a gift of $2,500 to enhance entrepreneurship and workforce development programs that empower small business owners and professionals in Topeka.
SparkWheel, Inc. with a gift of $3,000 to support the Student Success Advocacy Program, connecting youth with critical academic and emotional support resources.
Boys & Girls Club of Topeka with a gift of $5,000 toward the creation of the Adventure Oasis Community Information Board, a new interactive resource hub for families and community partners
Midland Care Connection, Inc. with a gift of $5,000 to sustain the Meals on Wheels program, delivering nutritious meals and wellness checks to homebound seniors.
Kansas Ballet Company with a gift of $3,000 to fund costumes for the Ballet Stars outreach program, which brings free classical ballet instruction to Topeka schools.
Mirror Work for Success with a gift of $2,500 to support the Next Step Employment Project, helping individuals overcome barriers such as homelessness and reentry challenges through job readiness training.
Project 2 Restore with a gift of $5,000 to strengthen the Phase 3 Independence Program for survivors of human trafficking transitioning to independent living.
