05 Feb David J. Nutt Legacy Grant Survey Now Open
The David J. Nutt Fund is inviting members of the Lindsborg community to participate in a survey to help guide the decision-making process for grant allocations. The fund’s mission is to support the development and progress of the entire Lindsborg community.
Since 2018, the fund has awarded over $2 million through its regular and legacy grant cycles to Lindsborg community organizations. With the capacity to distribute $450,000 annually, the fund seeks public input to ensure these legacy grants align with its mission and the community’s needs.
The survey is not a vote but an opportunity for community members to provide feedback on grant applications. Final decisions will be made by a Grant Committee composed of Lindsborg residents.
To participate, visit the McPherson County Community Foundation’s Facebook page, where a link to the survey will be posted and pinned, or enter the survey directly at www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025NuttFund. The survey will remain open until Feb. 28.
Your input is vital to ensuring the David J. Nutt Fund continues to serve the Lindsborg community effectively.
More information on grants found in the survey:
Bethany Home Association – Securing Comfort: Enhancing Care for Those with Alzheimer’s and Dementia – $99,835
Bethany Home Association, a non-profit mission of the Lutheran Church, provides compassionate senior care. This project will install a magnetic locking door security system at Sunflower Terrace to enhance safety for residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and memory impairments. The system will allow residents to remain in assisted living while maintaining independence in a secure environment, reducing risks like wandering and improving overall well-being.
USD 400 – Little Vikings Gym Renovation – $97,540
The Smoky Valley School District seeks to replace the 38-year-old gym floor at Soderstrom Elementary School, which is used daily by students and the community for recreation and sports. The current floor has safety concerns, including uneven surfaces and reduced shock absorption. A new wooden floor and protective mats will create a safer environment for physical education, extracurricular activities, and community events, benefiting both students and residents.
City of Lindsborg Recreation Department – Lindsborg Golf Course Clubhouse Renovations – $350,000
This project will replace the deteriorating, non-ADA-compliant clubhouse and outdoor patio at the Lindsborg Golf Course, built in the 1990s. The renovation aims to create a welcoming space for events, programs, and outdoor activities, promoting healthy lifestyles and golf. The course, named a favorite in the “Salina’s Best” survey, has seen increased usage by locals and visitors, making this upgrade essential for enhancing the community’s experience.
Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum – Main Building Roof Project – $124,550
The Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum, a 501(c)(3) organization, preserves local Swedish-American heritage and hosts 8,250 visitors annually. The project will replace the main building’s roof with heavy-gauge metal, extending its life by 50+ years and reducing maintenance costs. The building combines two structures—one from 1898 and another from the 1960s—and requires this upgrade to protect historical assets and support future educational programming.
Birger Sandzén Memorial Foundation – Building for the Future: An Addition for the Sandzén Gallery – $200,000
The Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery, a Lindsborg institution for over 67 years, showcases the art of Birger Sandzén and hosts exhibitions, concerts, and educational programs. The gallery’s storage space is overflowing, prompting plans for a northwest addition to double art storage and include archives, a library, and receiving areas. This expansion will preserve the growing collection of Smoky Valley art and historical materials, ensuring their availability for future research and community enrichment.
Sprout House Learning Center – Playground Expansion and Bathroom Addition for Lindsborg Child Development Center – $35,000
The Lindsborg Child Development Center, the largest childcare provider in Lindsborg, seeks funding to expand its licensed playground and add a bathroom to its activity room. These improvements will allow the center to serve more families by creating additional classroom space and enhancing outdoor play areas for older children, all without a large-scale building project.
Lindsborg Community Hospital Association – Making Holistic Pain Medicine an “In-House” Program – $148,525
Lindsborg Community Hospital seeks funding to bring its Holistic Pain Medicine (HPM) program in-house, eliminating costly equipment leases. Since its 2022 launch, HPM has provided non-surgical, non-opiate pain management to 600 patients, performing 360 procedures this fiscal year. The program offers local patients shorter wait times, reduced travel, and effective pain relief compared to clinics in Wichita, making it a vital resource for the community.