Funds

Project Rose

Project Rose is a popular fund with donors. Donations to this fund go to the “area of greatest” need within the organization, impacting all DSNWK services and locations throughout the 18 counties of northwest Kansas.

Jim and Rose Blume Endowment

The Jim and Rose Blume Endowment was established in honor of DSNWK’s beloved former President/CEO, Jim and his wife Rose. This fund will be an enduring, sustaining source of new funding to support the mission and vision of DSNWK in perpetuity.

Joey Weber Endowment

This endowment is the legacy of an Oakley, KS native with autism, Joey Weber, whose life was taken too soon. The Joey Weber Endowment was established in December, 2017 in memory of how Joey’s life was lived -- with independence and dignity.

Homer B. Reed Memorial Fund

In February 1967, the Homer B. Reed Adjustment and Training Center, now known as Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas, opened in Hays, KS to serve individuals with disabilities in honor of co-founder, Dr. Homer B. Reed, Sr. This fund, established by the descendents of Dr. Reed, will assist DSNWK in the providing of opportunities in our service area.

Andy Betzen Endowment

In memory of Andy Betzen, this fund set up by Betzen's siblings will support DSNWK agency wide in perpetuity. Betzen came out of an institutionalized setting in 1988 and spent the remaining 28 years of his life supported by DSNWK. This fund is a reminder that siblings care just as much as a mother or father does.

Scheopner Family Fund

Clarence Scheopner was a founding board member and was instrumental in getting educational programs for those with special needs. Donations to this fund will make a lasting impact that gives hope to families that their child will live a life of dignity within the community, live close to home, and become empowered.

Staff Caring Program