In 1999, Capitol Federal made a decision that changed how it gives back to the region. The Topeka-based bank, founded in 1893, transitioned from a mutual savings bank owned by its customers to a stock savings bank, creating an opportunity to start a nonprofit foundation.

When Cody Foster and David Callanan founded Advisors Excel in 2005, the two friends say they were personally committed to giving back, even when their primary focus was on growing their company.

In a TK interview, Owner Zach Stanek shared how he grew into a catering business and what makes it unique.

TK interviewed Owner Brittney Jones to find out what motivated her to start a catering service and how it’s evolved.

Eleven men gathered around an ice cream table in December 1891 with $11 between them. After pooling their money, they formed a plan to help Topekans suffering financial hardships.

Why Surcharges Can Cost Loyalty and Avoiding Them Can Pay.

Corporate giving looks different at every company. Some focus on education, others on economic development or hunger relief.

The Junior Achievement Topeka Business Hall of Fame connects business leaders with young people learning about entrepreneurship and leadership.

Behind every great event is a team working hard to make sure everything runs smoothly, and that includes the people who feed us.

Social responsibility is a growing priority. As a result, more businesses of all sizes are exploring structured ways to make philanthropy part of their long-term strategy.

Starting a business often means jumping straight into serving clients, while also managing every other function behind the scenes.