Community Scavenger Hunt Awards $1,500 to Local Nonprofits
- Kristina Hemel
- Jul 28
- 2 min read
News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 23, 2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Karl Pratt
Executive Director
Sheridan County Community Foundation
785.677.5090
Community Scavenger Hunt Awards $1,500 to Local Nonprofits
Hoxie, Kan. ⸺ The Sheridan County Community Foundation (SCCF) wrapped up its second annual Golden Stars Surprise Grant Scavenger Hunt during Fair Week 2025—bringing together fun, exploration, and philanthropy in a one-of-a-kind community celebration.
Throughout the week of July 14–19, golden stars were hidden at various public locations around Hoxie. Each day, a new clue was posted on the Foundation’s Facebook page, inviting the public to participate in the hunt. The first person to find each star not only won a book of tickets to the Hoxie Home-Owned Carnival but also earned the opportunity to award a $250.00 surprise grant to a local nonprofit of their choice.
“Our goal was to spark excitement and community spirit while also supporting the incredible organizations that help make Sheridan County strong,” said Karl Pratt, SCCF Executive Director. “It was heartwarming to see kids, families, and adults of all ages joining in to give back while having fun.”
2025 Golden Stars Recipients
Sheridan County 4-H Council
Star Location: Hoxie Walking Park
Chosen by: Trevyn Pratt
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic (Hoxie) CYO & Jr. CYO
Star Location: Hoxie Baseball Diamonds
Chosen by: Gordon & Savannah Heim
Sheridan County Public Library
Star Location: Kiddie Park
Chosen by: Nevaeh Etherton
Sheridan County Amusement Company
Star Location: Sheridan County Historical Society & Mickey Museum
Chosen by: Camden & Bentley Slaubaugh
Hoxie Christian Church
Star Location: Hoxie Schools Practice Football Field
Chosen by: Rhett Baker
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery Project
Star Location: Hoxie Carnival Grounds
Chosen by: Paisley Sauvage
In total, the Foundation awarded $1,500.00 in unrestricted surprise grants to area nonprofits through the program. “Every one of these nonprofits plays a vital role in enriching life in Sheridan County,” Pratt added. “We’re proud to partner with the community to recognize and support their efforts in such a fun and meaningful way.”
The Sheridan County Community Foundation thanks all participants, volunteers, and local supporters who made the 2025 Golden Stars Surprise Grant Scavenger Hunt a shining success.
To learn more about the Foundation’s grant programs and community initiatives, visit
www.growsheridancounty.org or follow along on Facebook at ww.facebook.com/sheridanccf.
SCCF is an affiliate of the Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation based in Bird City. The foundation seeks to encourage, prudently manage, and distribute charitable contributions to improve the quality of life of Sheridan County residents, now and in the future. To learn more, contact Pratt at 785-677- 5090, director@growsheridancounty.org, or visit www.growsheridancounty.org. Connect with SCCF at www.facebook.com/sheridanccf.
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