Leadership Hays

Specific Need

Leadership Hays' mission is to improve and strengthen individuals and the Hays community by identifying, inspiring and involving those persons who have displayed a capacity for leadership. The Chamber started a fund for this program to help offset the registration expenses for individuals to participate as well as assist covering fees for materials, curriculum, and travel costs associated with class members when traveling to the Kansas Leadership Center in Wichita, Kansas. Each year, up to 20 individuals across Ellis County participate in the class. They put their leadership knowledge to the test at the end of their program with a class project, which is focused on positively benefitting the youth of Ellis County. Funds donated to this effort will support this program's continuation for year's to come!

Mission

Accelerating business connections and advocating community advancement

Profile

The Chamber in Hays, Kansas was established in 1917 and has advocated for advances in quality of life for local businesses and residents since its creation. With a substantial advocacy focus and more than 250events per year, the organization works diligently to offer effective programs and initiatives that support local businesses and hte community at large. In addition to these efforts, The Chamber facilitiates Leadership Hays with other community partners and is also the spearhead for the Child Care Task Force of Ellis County and the Ellis County Workforce Committee.