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2026 Crystal Gala: A Community United as a Catalyst for Health

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We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 Crystal Gala is officially sold out! While the event at the K-State Alumni Center will be a night of celebration, our mission to catalyze community health continues.

Investing in the “Glue”

The focus of this year’s investment is the Flint Hills Community Care Team (FHCCT) Coordinator. This essential role manages referrals and coordinates efforts among 30 local partner agencies—including the Riley County Health Department and Pawnee Mental Health—to ensure a compassionate, wrap-around safety net for our neighbors.

How You Can Help (No Ticket Required)

Progress requires action. If you aren’t attending the Gala, you can still be a catalyst:

  1. Direct Support: Help us reach our pre-event milestone of $7,500.
  2. Silent Auction: Bid online to support the FHCCT mission.

Recognizing Our Leadership Partners This work is built on collaborative stewardship. We recognize the sponsors who mirror our dedication to community well-being:

We are deeply grateful to our 2026 Table Sponsors—not just for their financial support, but for their commitment to being catalysts for change:

  • Diamond: Steel and Pipe Supply Co., Inc., The Stolzer Family Foundation, and Radiology Associates
  • Ruby: The Trust Company, McCownGordon Construction, and Meadowlark
  • Emerald: Briggs Auto, Freedom Behavioral Health Solutions, Manhattan Area Technical College, CGN Advisors, LLC, CenterPointe Physicians, PA, and RETAINWORKS
  • Sapphire: Via Christi Village, Dr. David and Kathy Pauls, Eileen Hinkin, Stonecreek Family Physicians, and ICON Structures

About the Foundation: A Catalyst for Community Health

The Manhattan Community Health Foundation (MCHF) is the leading healthcare investment partner for our region. We catalyze a healthier Manhattan by investing in innovation and building the partnerships necessary to ensure no neighbor falls through the cracks.

Our Current Investments in Action:

  • The “Glue”: We fund the coordination of 30 local agencies through the Flint Hills Community Care Team.
  • Medication Access: We provided startup and annual funding for the Dispensary of Hope, which has dispensed over $39,000 in medication since 2024.
  • The Workforce: We have invested over $200,000 in scholarships and MATC partnerships to educate Manhattan’s future nurses.

Learn more at healthymhk.org.