September 2025

Heartland Community Foundation Surpasses $10 Million in Assets as It Celebrates 18th Anniversary

Happy 18th birthday to the Heartland Community Foundation! This week, the organization celebrates nearly two decades of inspiring local philanthropy — and the timing is extra special: at the close of fiscal year 2025 on June 30, Heartland surpassed $10 million in assets for the first time, ending the year at $10,271,155.25. “Reaching this milestone is a moment of pride for everyone involved with Heartland — our donors, board members, staff, and the entire community,” said Sarah Meitner, Executive Director.

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Get Ready for the Annual Fall Cleanup (begins Oct. 20th)

It’s time to get ready for the 2025 Annual Fall Cleanup, which the City announced last week will begin on Monday, October 20, 2025. The Annual Fall Cleanup consists of a single, comprehensive sweep through Hays, a popular city-wide service which provides residential customers with an opportunity to dispose of bulky items, excess refuse, and other large materials not collected during the regular weekly trash service.

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