The Blue Springs Historical Society

a non-profit (501c 3) organization formed in 1976

Supports Jackson County 4-H  

YOU are invited to help the Historical Society accomplish our mission to

Preserve, Promote, and Educate citizens about the history of Blue Springs

By Participating in Our

Informational Historic Exhibits, Speaker Programs, a 1906 Educational Heritage Garden, Youth community service projects, Eagle Scout projects, Archives, other Activities, and membership. 

The 1906 Dillingham-Lewis House Museum is open to the public on                                             Sundays from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. April through December or by appointment.

1906 Dillingham-Lewis House Museum, 101 SW 15^th Street, Blue Springs, MO 64015

P.O. Box 762, Blue Springs, Missouri 64013                  www.BlueSpringsHistory.org

Mary Potter, President       Contact info: 816-797-4870  

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Nicole Stevens, 816.836.8189

Grants Available to Eastern Jackson County

Nonprofit Organizations

HEARTLAND NEWS (March 4, 2010) – As the Community Foundation has done every year since 1994 we are pleased to announce that grants will be available again this year to Eastern Jackson County nonprofit organizations through its Community Grants Program. The Community Grants Program is a competitive grantmaking cycle established by individuals and corporations who wanted to support the future needs of our Eastern Jackson County region. Last year, the following charities were awarded grants totaling $163,000 to provide services and programs throughout the Eastern Jackson County community:

American Heart Association

Angel Flight Central, Inc.

Baptist Trinity Lutheran Legacy Foundation

Blue Springs School of Economics

Blue Springs Wall that Heals

Boys & Girls Club of GKC

Cancer Action

City of Independence – Palmer Center

Community of the Good Shepherd

Comprehensive Mental Health Services

Developing Potential, Inc.

Gillis Center, Inc.

Helping Hands Therapeutic Riding Ctr

IBS Industries, Inc.

Jackson County Free Health Clinic

KACICO Dance

Kansas City Hospice

Kansas City Repertory Theatre

Lee’s Summit Downtown Main Street

Lee’s Summit Educational Foundation

Lee’s Summit Social Services

Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault

Midwest Foster Care & Adoption Assoc.

Missouri Humanities Council

Mother’s Refuge

Northwest Community Development Corporation

Nutra Net, Inc.

Rainbow Center

Raytown Christian Church

Raytown Emergency Assistance Program

St. Mary’s Outreach Program

St. Mary’s Medical Center

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church

StandUp Blue Springs

Sunshine Center, Inc.

The Family Conservancy

Victorian Society of the Vaile Mansion

The good news for charities is that THCF makes the application process simple. Each year, the Community Foundation Board of Directors invites area nonprofits to submit a 1-page letter of interest describing the proposal for which funding is sought and indicating how that proposal satisfies the important needs in our region. If, after thorough review, the Board of Directors would like to move forward with the charity’s proposal, a full application is requested to further describe the program. Members of the Board review the applications through the summer, and announce funding decisions in November. Information collected from nonprofit organizations during our Community Grants Program is also circulated among our donor family so that donors can support the programs of particular interest to them.

For nonprofits interested in applying for a grant from the Truman Heartland Community Foundation, the latest Guidelines for Grantseekers is now available for download at www.thcf.org. The deadline to submit your letter of interest is Thursday, April 1^st, 2010. This year, additional dollars are available for charities which serve patients receiving Alzheimer care, hospice care, or cancer treatment.

Truman Heartland Community Foundation is a public charity committed to “improving area communities by promoting private giving for the public good”. After 28 years of service, THCF continues to serve the region with assets reaching $25 million and annual grants surpassing $3 million. THCF provides a wide range of services to donors and grant seekers alike. For more information on charitable giving, visit us online at www.thcf.org or call the office at 816.836.8189.

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Please SAVE THE DATE:  StandUp Blue Springs’ annual Princess Party to benefit Dental for Kids will be held Saturday, Oct 2, 2010 at Valley View High School in Blue Springs.  We need 200 volunteers and many donors, so please commit today to assisting with planning, fundraising, Friday set up and/or the Saturday event. 

The Princess Party is held on the same weekend as this year’s Wall That Heals.  Please consider supporting both events in some way.  We realize it will be a busy week, but StandUp anticipates more than 700 little girls and their adult royal companions to join us for the Princess Party, which requires 2 days’ set-up, 200 volunteers and a two-story castle façade!  While we are not competing for the same “audience,” we will both draw adult and student volunteers from the Blue Springs community.  Both are worthwhile events; we hope you can support both.

http://www.standupbluesprings.org/events/

Blue Springs and Eastern Jackson County is blessed to have many generous philanthropists. Truman Heartland Community Foundation is just one of the organizations that works to connect philanthropists with non-profit organizations.  Following are the guidelines that an area non-profit would follow to apply for grants with the Truman Heartland Community Foundation.

 

For more information, please contact: Director of Programs and Donor Services Truman Heartland Community Foundation 300 North Osage Independence, MO 64050

Phone: (816) 836-8189 Fax: (816) 836-8898 Email: mcclure@thcf.org

Truman Heartland Community Foundation Community Grants Program Guidelines

Overview

It is the mission of the Truman Heartland Community Foundation to improve area communities by promoting private giving for public good. Since its beginning in 1982, Truman Heartland Community Foundation (THCF) has taken a needs-based approach to philanthropy. Conducting annual needs assessments in the communities it serves, THCF has become an expert in listening and responding to community needs by providing creative charitable solutions and resources.

From its community-wide assessments THCF has prioritized funding to address the many community needs; funding priorities are detailed in these grant guidelines. Today, THCF manages more than $35 million in assets, comprised of over 550 charitable funds established by individuals, charities, businesses and municipalities. THCF’s family of charitable fundholders make annual grants totaling more than $3 Million to benefit the local, national and global community! It is the generosity and commitment of THCF charitable fund advisors that enables the foundation to respond to community needs. THCF has established affiliate foundations in Blue Springs, Grain Valley, Lee’s Summit and Raytown and supports three foundation initiatives: THCF Charitable Reinvestment Foundation, Jackson County Free Health Clinic and THCF Youth Advisory Council. Nonprofit Business Solutions, a supporting organization, joined THCF in December of 2005.

While THCF charitable fund advisors award grants year-round at their discretion, THCF awards grants from its unrestricted funds during one annual session. At the donors’ requests, these grants are limited to the following guidelines.

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This volunteer opportunity has been cancelled.  I will repost it in the future when it is rescheduled. - JDQ 2/25/2010

The following letter to the community is from Jeanie McCoy:

Hello friends,

My Church, Timothy Lutheran is having a volunteer day on Sat. the 27th at different locations, I was put in charge of Impact Ministries to help get their new location ready at White Oak Shopping Center, and out of our large church only 7 signed up to help on my team, ( I was warned that Lutherans don't like to Paint!!!????, whoever heard of such a thing?) anyway Impact Ministires was told we would have 30 volunteers, (not by me). So if you or anyone you know would like to help the community and have some spare time Sat. the 27th from 9am to Noon, let me know. Looks like we will be painting etc., see below.

Impact Ministries, provides many things to those in need in the area, including, food assistance, help with utilities etc. this is through the First Baptist Church of Blue Springs, see website for more on this charity, needless to say it would be great to gather all of us from different denominations to join in helping the community.  http://fbcbluesprings.org/293130.ihtml

As you will see below Timothy is serving A continental Breakfast before hand and lunch afterwards, this is optional but we would love to have you all join us, and I will be there. The volunteer time is about 3 hrs.

Do not feel you have to do this, I just thought I would throw it out there, and you only need to contact me if you want to join in an feel free to pass it on.

See all info below sent to me.

Jeanie:
I heard back from Kim at the Impact Ministry yesterday.  She said we will be cleaning, preparing walls for painting and then painting if volunteers/time allows.  She asked that we bring shop vacs, ladders/step ladders (to clean up high on the walls).  I spoke with our Serve Team and we would like to limit the number of volunteers that have to supply these items.  I know Steve Jorgensen, myself and the Wands all have these items we will plan on supplying for use.  If you have these also that would be good to bring and then if we need to ask a couple of volunteers we can do that...but we want to make it as easy as possible on them to participate...do you agree?
She said to also encourage people to bring water bottles if they'd like, and you can bring a radio for music too (for some good sound).  The other thing she mentioned is if we know of anyone that knows how to operate a paint sprayer...if so, they would rent one for the volunteer to use...so if we find someone we're supposed to let her know.  She will also supply other paint supplies (brushes, rollers, etc).
She clarified that the location is right next door to Big Lots off 7 Hwy.  She said they have big glass doors, no sign.

Thank You!

Jeanie

St. Mary’s Manor

Bowling Fundraiser Event

We invite you to bowl with us on

Sunday March 14, 2010

1:00pm-4:00pm

At Lunar Bowl 2001 NW 7 Hwy

Blue Springs, MO

Individual Tickets $15.00

Family Tickets $25.00

We are working toward raising $8000.00 to purchase a spa tub for the Reflections Special Care Unit

Tickets can be purchased at

St. Mary’s Manor

111 Mock Ave Blue Springs, Mo

Or call 816-228-5655 ext. 28 or e-mail to rsullivan@carondelet.com to reserve tickets to be held for the event

Please purchase tickets ahead of time or reserve tickets ahead of time so we can have enough lanes for everyone

Join us for an afternoon of fun and

Support our cause!!!

On February 10, 2010, Jeanne Schmick spoke to the Blue Springs Rotary Club. Jeanne is a medical paramedic with LifeFlight air ambulance in Blue Springs. Jeanne has been an EMT for the past 20 years caring for the critically ill and injured. Jeanne was part of the Rotary Group Study Exchange team to Africa in 2009.

Jeanne came to the Blue Springs Rotary Club this week with a request that she needs small stuffed animals to take on her medical trip to northern Haiti. Jeanne leaves Friday to assist with the victims of the January 12th, 2010 earthquake. She is going to work at a small hospital through the Center for the Rural Development of Milot (CRUDEM)Foundation. The hospital in Milot has 73 beds and after the earthquake is caring for about 1000 patients, many of which are in tents on the surrounding grounds. Jeanne gave a short presentation to Rotary about the medical conditions there and the amputations which need to be performed.

The Blue Springs Rotary members are supporting Jeanne in her travels to Haiti by donating over $600 in cash and by sending 60+ stuffed animals and 80+ baby receiving blankets with her. To see a video about the hospital see http://vimeo.com/9236856 (viewer discretion is advised).

On the evening of March 27th beginning at 6pm in Adams Pointe Conference Center, Blue Springs Rotary is holding its annual car raffle fund raiser.  Buy a ticket to this year’s raffle and you get a chance to win your choice of car from Molle Chevrolet in Blue Springs.  In addition a single ticket gives both you and your guest a suspense-packed, fun-filled evening including dinner, soft drinks, beer, and fellowship at Adams Pointe Conference center.  Please join me and Wanda and all of our local Rotarians for a fun filled evening!

 

Funds raised will be use for:

• Rainbow Center
• Hope House
• Community Services League
• School of Economics
• YMCA
• and many other projects and organizations in the community!

 

Tickets are $120 for a single chance or $150 for two chances to win the car.  Only 375 tickets will be sold so place your order today while tickets are still available!  To order tickets contact Theresa at CPros at 816-224-2890.  Tickets can be purchased by check or credit card.  Checks should be made out to Blue Springs Rotary.

See you at the Raffle!

Jeff Quibell
(816) 224-2890

Butterfly Ball On-Line Auction at http://auctions.readysetauction.com/stmarysmedicalcenter (You don't need to go to the ball to bid) Auction Begins February 5 The 24th Annual Butterfly Ball is a month away and we have many exciting changes this year with a Broadway theme and our new on-line auction. I encourage you to check out the auction at http://auctions.readysetauction.com/stmarysmedicalcenter. We have currently more than a dozen unique auction items available at bargain prices. The site is live from February 5 through March 5. Bidding is easy and fun and you don't have to attend to participate. Raise your on-line paddle and support St. Mary's Medical Center at the same time. Enjoy! Suzanne Dell-St. Clair St. Mary's Medical Center Foundation Manager A Little Night Music A brand new guitar and one month of guitar lessons from Meyer Music in Blue Springs Donated by: Ted and Betty Meyer Be the Belle of the Ball You will razzle dazzle 'em all with everything that is in this basket of luxuries from Kennedy's Jewelers in Blue Springs. Includes a lovely pearl necklace, $25 in bonus dollars, a ring holder, two jars of jewelry cleaner, a polishing cloth and an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner to keep all your gems sparkling. Girls Shopping Getaway Enjoy a $1,000 Shopping Spree with a Personal Shopper at your choice of participating Bloomingdale's stores. At-the-ready for your every shopping need, from offering fashion trend advice to selecting the perfect patterns for your home, Bloomingdale's At Your Service Personal Shoppers will make your shopping experience feel like none other. This package includes 3-night stay at a Hyatt Hotel and round-trip coach class service for 2 from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada. House of Blues The House of Blues delivers exclusive access to refined amenities, signature hospitality and an unforgettable concert experience. Enjoy dinner for two, a concert for two with VIP seating subject to availability and a $150 gift card for bar and/or merchandise. Includes a 4-night stay at a participating Hyatt Regency property in Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, Houston, Las Vegas or Hollywood and round-trip coach class service for 2 from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada, subject to availability. Could This Be Paradise? What has 35,000 square feet on 14 acres of land and features indoor and outdoor attractions like...a foam factory, bumper cars, arcade games, an outdoor play garden, a cafe and coffeehouse, sand volleyball, birthday party and meeting rooms, a picnic pavilion, campfire area AND indoor banquet space for 160 people? That's right: Paradise Park in Lees Summit, MO. It's in our own backyard. Give it a whirl with Four (4) complimentary guest passes. Get All Dolled Up for a Night on the Town Treat yourself or someone you love to a day at "the spa." This gift certificate gives you $150.00 worth of pampering at Christine's Salon in Blue Springs. Napa Valley Wine Experience An experience like no other for wine enthusiasts, this package includes: a 3-night stay and daily breakfast for 2 at the Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa, 6 consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service, a 3-hour/36-mile round-trip Napa Valley Wine Train journey with gourmet lunch or dinner, and round-trip coach class service for 2 from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada. NASCAR Race Car Driver for a Day Go Speed Racer! Experience the thrill of driving a racecar at top speeds. Racing courses are available for all skill levels and levels of courage. Enjoy a package for (2) that provides classroom training and the ability to drive NEXTEL Cup and/or NASCAR cars on a professional track. Select from four schools with locations in AZ, CA, GA, KS, KY, NC, SC, TN, VA and WI. This package includes a 4-night stay at any participating Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, valid 1 year from event date. Also includes round-trip coach class service for 2 from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States Pinehurst Resort Golf, Dining & Spa Getaway Enjoy a 4-night package for 2 at Pinehurst, the #1 rated golf resort in the United States according to Travel+Leisure Magazine's "World's Best Golf Resorts" 2008 rankings. This package includes your choice of either a daily round of golf for (2) or spa treatments for (2) each day. Includes dinner, breakfast, fitness center, sauna, tennis courts, outdoor pools, Pinehurst Beach Club, tea service and more. Valid one year from event date: from May 23, 2009 thru Sept. 10, 2009 and Nov. 9 2009 thru Dec. 31, 2009. This package includes round-trip coach class service for 2 from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States. T-Bones Anyone? Enjoy a day (or night) out at the 'ole ballpark with four (4) general admission tickets to any of the 2010 T-Bones home baseball games. This voucher is worth four (4) GA/Grass seats on Monday through Wednesday regular season home games. It's affordable family-friendly entertainment this summer! Sports Fan Getaway Enjoy a trip for 2 to your choice of a Friday, Saturday or Sunday regular season MLB, NBA, NFL or NHL game, non-major PGA golf tournament or non-BCS College Bowl game (see exclusions). Includes 2 Lower Level tickets to game OR 2 Grounds Passes to golf tournament, 2-night stay & daily breakfast. Reserve at least 45 days in advance - confirmation based on event ticket and hotel availability. Valid 1 year from purchase. Also includes round-trip coach class service for 2 from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous US or Canada, subject to availability. Is This Folly? No, it's out-of-this-world jazz at our very own Folly Theater in downtown Kansas City, MO. This package includes one pair of tickets to the Christian McBride Quintet performance on April 24, 2010. It's all part of the Folly Jazz Series and you'd better not wait to bid on these two (2) tickets because they will go fast, and they are only good on SATURDAY, APRIL 24, 2010. The Historic Folly Theater is located at 12th & Central in Kansas City, MO. The Butterfly Ball is filling fast but spaces and sponsorships are still available. The following are sponsorship opportunities: Platinum: $10,000 Gold: $5,000 Silver: $3,000 Bronze: $1,500 Benefactor: $500 Individual tickets are available for $120.  All proceeds benefit "A Calling to Care" campaign for the renovation and expansion of the operating rooms at St. Mary's Medical Center. For more information, call Suzanne Dell-St. Clair at 816-655-5366. Join us for the Butterfly Ball on Saturday, March 6 Adam's Pointe Conference Center, Blue Springs Overture, 6 p.m. Martini Reception, Piano Bar First Act, 7 p.m. Dinner Intermission, 8 p.m. Live Auction Second Act, 9 p.m. Dancing

St. Mary's Medical Center Foundation | 201 NW R.D. Mize Road | Blue Springs | MO | 64014

It’s Chili Dog time again!

Saturday, January 16, 2010   5:00-7:00 pm

Vesper Hall

400 NW Vesper Street

Blue Springs, MO 64014

$6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child 12 & under, 3 & under are free

($7.00 and $4.00 after 1/11/2010)

Chili, hot dogs, corn bread, beverage and dessert included

Online registration is available through the city’s website, click here to register. 

Demonstration by Missouri Search & Rescue K-9 Unit Visit with MoKan Dock Dogs $1.00 Raffle for prizes Silent Auction

Don’t miss the fun!

Help us raise funds to improve YOUR Dog Park!