Barton County Community Foundation
A trusted resource for philanthropy serving the communities of Lamar, Liberal and Golden City.
206 W. 10th Street | Lamar, Missouri 64759 | (417) 262-0844 | Email Us
Our Mission
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in Barton County through resource development, community grantmaking, collaboration and public leadership.
Since our founding on September 10, 2015, Barton County Community Foundation has distributed more than $93,459 in grants to the community. We now hold assets totaling $531,522 as of June 30, 2020.
Our Leadership
Nancy Curless, President
Our foundation is led by members of the community.
Nancy Curless, President
Bruce Belline, Vice President
Liz Richards, Secretary
Tom Shields, Treasurer
Martin Bunton
Joel Dermott
Heidi Johnson
Jo Jurgens
Melissa Little
Lonnie McFadden
Barton County Legacy Society
- Nancy Curless
- Bob and Judy Rice
Available Grants
The application period for affiliate community grantmaking programs are open at various times through the year.
