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Capper Foundation in the Media
- WIBW-TV, March 21, 2023 - Capper Foundation acquires Dialogue Coffee Shop to expand job training
- KSNT, March 21, 2023 - Capper Foundation, Dialogue merger providing job training for adults with disabilities
- TK Business Magazine, March 21, 2023 - Capper Foundation acquiring Dialogue Coffee Shop expanding its job training program for adults with disabilities
- KSNT, March 14, 2023 - A pancake-flipping breakfast for Topekans
- KSNT, February 28, 2023 - New partnership helps adults with disabilities in Topeka
- WIBW-TV, February 23, 2023 - Capper Foundation, Kiwanis Club launch Aktion Club
- WIBW-TV, February 6, 2023 - Capper receives four-star ranking in performance for tenth consecutive year
- FOX 43 News, Januaryr 24, 2023 - ‘Aging in Place’ is the new ‘Getting a New Home’
- WIBW-TV, January 19, 2023 - One veteran’s art raises nearly $2K to benefit other veterans
- FOX 43 News, December 27, 2022 - Capper Foundation cherishes “firsts” for the year
- KSNT, December 21, 2022 - Local sorority makes Christmas special for those with disabilities
- WIBW-TV, December 21, 2022 - Capper Foundation welcomes Santa as part of holiday celebration
- WIBW-TV, December 12, 2022 - Capper presented with proceeds from Sertoma’s annual Duck Race
- WIBW-TV, December 10, 2022 - Fairlawn Plaza partners with Capper Foundation for shopping
- KSNT, December 1, 2022 - Capper Foundation recognizes volunteers, donors and individuals at donor dinner
- WIBW-TV, October 31, 2022 - Capper hosts haunted house for its adult clients, staff to enjoy
- KSNT, October 25, 2022 - What you need to know before trick-or-treating this year
- PerishableNews.com, October 17, 2022 - National Garden Bureau, American Meadows and Sakata Seed America Award Therapeutic Garden Grants
- Garden Center Magazine, October 11, 2022 - NGB, American Meadows and Sakata Seed America award therapeutic garden grants
- KSNT, October 4, 2022 - Topeka non-profit provides therapy in the garden
- KSNT, September 27, 2022 - Therapy dogs are more than just ‘good boys’
- TK Business Magazine, September 22, 2022 - Capper Foundation is a National Finalists in the 2022 National Garden Bureau Therapeutic Garden Grant Contest
- WIBW-TV, September 22, 2022 - Capper Foundation receives donation from Western Hills golf league
- KSNT, September 17, 2022 - Capper Foundation hosts CAST for Kids
- We Heart Music, August 29, 2022 - Andy McKee w/ Calum Graham, Trevor Gordon Hall at TPAC, Topeka KS (2022-08-26) concert recap
- WIBW-TV, August 26, 2022 - Capper Foundation holds second concert to raise funds
- KSNT, August 26, 2022 - Capper’s Concert for a Child raises scholarship money for kids
- WIBW-TV, August 23, 2022 - Renowned Andy McKee and Calum Graham are warming up for the "Concert For a Child" for Capper
- KSNT, August 23, 2022 - Capper Foundation speaks out about new event
- WIBW-TV, August 19, 2022 - Capper triples the music, doubles the fun in Concert for a Child’s second year
- TK Business Magazine, August 11, 2022 - Capper Foundation names Stephanie Broxterman as VP of Human Resources
- KSNT, July 26, 2022 - Capper Foundation offers ways to get kids ready for back to school
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, July 21, 2022 - Playing with food not only is OK, but it's also encouraged at the Capper Foundation
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, July 15, 2022 - Here's why Arthur Capper dedicated his legacy to helping children in Kansas
- WIBW-TV, July 15, 2022 - Students take on the pool with the iCan Swim Program
- WIBW-TV, July 15, 2022 - Capper's Concert for a Child returns Aug. 26
- WIBW-TV, July 14, 2022 - Capper celebrates founder’s 157th birthday with ice cream
- KSNT, July 14, 2022 - Capper Foundation celebrates founder’s birthday
- KSNT, July 11, 2022 - Capper’s iCan Swim at Hummer Sports Park this week
- WIBW, July 2, 2022 - New Topeka boutique sells everything but the kitchen sink
- WIBW, June 7, 2022 - iCan Bike Program aims to teach those with disabilities how to ride a bike
- KSNT, June 6, 2022 - Capper Foundation continues iCan Bike program for kids with special needs
- KSNT, May 24, 2022 - Capper Foundation discusses adaptive recreation opportunities on FOX 43 AM Live
- WIBW-TV, May 7, 2022 - Capper Foundation’s “Evening for a Child” fundraiser returns in-person
- KSNT, May 7, 2022 - Capper’s An Evening For a Child raises funds for Scholarship Assistance
- WIBW-TV, May 5, 2022 - Topeka organization sees growing demand for children’s services
- KSNT, May 4, 2022 - Giving Back: Capper Foundation
- KSNT, April 26, 2022 - Capper Foundation to host event benefiting scholarship fund
- WIBW-TV, April 22, 2022 - Capper Foundation sponsors annual autism event Friday in Topeka
- TK Business Magazine, April 19, 2022 - Capper Foundation Welcomes Heidi Pickerell as SVP of Adult Services
- WIBW-TV, April 18, 2022 - Capper welcomes a new SVP of adult services
- WIBW-TV, April 13, 2022 - BINGO! Capper wins big from Prairie Band promotion
- KSNT, March 12, 2022 - Blarney Breakfast a benefit for Capper Foundation
- The Cowley Courier Traveler, March 1, 2022 - Capper CEO comments on lease agreement with the City of Winfield
- KSNT, February 17, 2022 - Blarney Breakfast on schedule for March 2022
- KSNT, January 18, 2022 - Zach Ahrens introduced as Capper Foundation’s new President and CEO
- KSNT, January 12, 2022 - Jim Leiker, Capper Foundation President and CEO to retire next week
- WIBW-TV, January 12, 2022 - Capper Foundation hosts retirement party for president and CEO
- WIBW-TV, January 6, 2022 - Kansas Treasurer visits Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, December 13, 2021 - Capper taps former newspaper publisher as next President and CEO
- WIBW-TV, December 9, 2021 - WU leadership students present $10,000 to Topeka organizations
- WIBW-TV, November 22, 2021 - Topeka Zoo reserves night for inclusive Zoo Lights
- WIBW-TV, November 18, 2021 - Capper Foundation celebrates donors, partners
- KSNT, November 18, 2021 - Capper Foundation recognizes volunteers and donors at appreciation dinner
- WIBW-TV, October 13, 2021 - Teens shine positive light on disabilities for Down Syndrome Awareness Month
- KSNT, September 18, 2021 - 2021 Halfway to St. Paddy’s Day breakfast benefits Topekans with disabilities
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, September 16, 2021 - Top o' the morning to ya! Blarney Breakfast serves all-you-can-eat breakfast before St. Patrick's Day parade.
- KSNT, September 15, 2021 - Capper Foundation’s Magical Connection to Blarney Breakfast
- KSNT, September 13, 2021 - Capper Foundation's 2021 Halfway to St. Paddy's Day Blarney Breakfast
- WIBW, August 17, 2021 - Lady golfers present $1,000 check to Capper Foundation
- WIBW, July 27, 2021 - Capper Foundation CEO announces retirement plans
- WIBW, July 15, 2021 - Capper Foundation celebrates accomplishments of kids at iCan Swim
- WIBW, July 14, 2021 - Capper Foundation celebrates founder’s 156th birthday
- KSNT, July 13, 2021 - Capper Foundation’s iCan Swim program teaches kids with disabilities how to feel safe in the water
- WIBW, June 17, 2021 - Renowned finger-guitarist McKee puts on benefit concert for Capper Foundation
- KSNT, June 17, 2021 - Capper Foundation’s ‘Concert For a Child’ held at Kay’s Garden with Andy McKee
- KSNT, June 15, 2021 - World-renowned guitarist, Topeka native to perform for Concert for a Child
- WIBW-TV, June 8, 2021 - Capper Foundation kicks off 11th annual iCan Bike Program
- KSNT, June 7, 2021 - Capper auto detail shop providing work for people with disabilities
- KSNT, June 7, 2021 - Capper Foundation’s iCan Bike program teaches kids with special needs to ride a bicycle
- WIBW-TV, May 21, 2021 - World-renowned guitarist Andy McKee to return to stage for Capper Foundation benefit in hometown
- WIBW-TV, May 14, 2021 - Capper Foundation plans summer sessions for iCan Bike, iCan Swim
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, May 11, 2021 - CapFed Best News: Local businesses recognized during Greater Topeka Partnership's 40th Annual Small Business Awards
- KSNT, May 11, 2021 - Greater Topeka Partnership recognizes small businesses with awards ceremony
- WIBW-TV, May 11, 2021 - Greater Topeka Partnership announce winners of 40th annual Small Business Awards Ceremony
- WIBW-TV, April 23, 2021 - From the 4: Get ready for Capper’s Evening for a Child
- WIBW-TV, April 22, 2021 - Capper Foundation prepares for virtual “Evening for a Child” following year of pandemic adjustments
- KSNT, April 22, 2021 - Capper Foundation’s “An Evening for a Child” goes virtual for second year
- KSNT, January 25, 2021 - Capper’s annual Blarney Breakfast has been rescheduled
- WIBW-TV, January 21, 2021 - Local company donates talent show prize to Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, January 18, 2021 - McElroy’s honors employee with donation to Capper Foundation
- KSNT, January 7, 2021 - Capper Foundation’s Blarney Breakfast to be held March 13
- Majic 107.7, January 7, 2021 - 2021 Blarney Breakfast Date is set for March 13th
- WIBW-TV, December 31, 2020 - Ash Boutique donates part of December sales to Capper Foundation
- KSNT, December 31, 2020 - Capper Foundation gets a nice year’s end surprise, Giving Tuesday comes through
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, December 24, 2020 - History Guy: Capper Foundation began 100 years ago Friday
- WIBW-TV, December 1, 2020 - Giving Tuesday allows local organizations to receive donations
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, November 25, 2020 - Despite challenges, Topeka’s nonprofits thankful for community support, giving
- WIBW-TV, November 19, 2020 - Topeka Sertoma Club surprises Capper Foundation with check
- KSNT, November 19, 2020 - Sertoma Club of Topeka makes donation to Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, November 6, 2020 - Capper Foundation hosts virtual 100th Anniversary Gala
- KSNT, November 5, 2020 - Capper Foundation celebrates their 100th birthday with virtual party
- PerishableNews.com, October 5, 2020 - National Garden Bureau, American Meadows and Sakata Seed America Award Grants to Horticulture Therapy Gardens, Tools Provided to Each Garden Compliments of Corona Tools
- WIBW-TV, September 18, 2020 - Hundreds of volunteers serve across Topeka for ‘Nancy Perry Day of Caring’
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, September 18, 2020 - CapFed Best News: Topeka Nonprofits Host Volunteers for Annual Nancy Perry Day of Caring
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, September 2, 2020 - Capper Foundation Receives Over $30,000 During EnvistaCares Challenge
- WIBW-TV, September 1, 2020 - EnvistaCares Challenge raises over $30k for Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, August 29, 2020 - Capper Foundation hosts virtual Evening for a Child benefit
- KSNT, August 28, 2020 - Capper Foundation’s An Evening For a Child event goes virtual this year
- WIBW-TV, August 27, 2020 - Capper Foundation celebrates 100th year with first virtual events
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, August 19, 2020 - CJ Extra: Capper Foundation’s Evening for a Child goes virtual
- WIBW-TV, July 14, 2020 - Capper Foundation announces new COVID-19 detailing for cars
- WIBW-TV, July 14, 2020 - Capper Foundation celebrates 100th birthday, 155th anniversary of Arthur Capper’s birth
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, July 14, 2020 - CapFed Best News: Event marks anniversaries of Capper Foundation, Arthur Capper’s birth
- KSNT, July 14, 2020 - Capper Foundation turns 100 this year
- KSNT, July 13, 2020 - Capper Foundation’s iCan Bike program teaches kids with disabilities to ride bicycles
- KSNT, June 5, 2020 - Capper Foundation receives PPE grant from Modern Woodman of America
- WIBW-TV, June 5, 2020 - Video: Capper Foundation receives gift Story: $1,000 donated to Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, May 19, 2020 - Capper requests modified masks to allow vital part of therapy
- KSNT, May 19, 2020 - Capper Foundation reaching out to public for help with specialized masks
- KSNT, May 10, 2020 - Capper Foundation buys PPE for workers to keep helping community
- KSNT, April 22, 2020 - Capper Foundation supports Topeka boy with autism during pandemic
- Grass & Grain, April 7, 2020 - Capper’s influence on youth and agriculture still seen today
- KSNT, March 14, 2020 - Blarney Breakfast supports Capper Foundation programs
- KSNT, March 14, 2020 - Capper Foundation holds annual Blarney Breakfast
- WIBW-TV, March 14, 2020 - Blarney Breakfast serves up a good cause for Capper Foundation
- KSNT, March 13, 2020 - Blarney Breakfast event to continue as planned with extra focus on sanitation
- KSNT, January 24, 2020 - Capper Foundation celebrates 100 Years
- WIBW-TV, January 24, 2020 - Capper Foundation marks 100 Years
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, January 24, 2020 - CapFed Best News: Capper Foundation kicks off 100th anniversary celebration
- WIBW-TV, December 19, 2019 - Local companies make Christmas special for Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, December 17, 2019 - Logan Elementary choir sings at Capper Foundation
- KSNT, December 17, 2019 - Logan Elementary School Choir brings holiday cheer to Capper Foundation clients and staff
- WIBW-TV, December 14, 2019 - Fairlawn Plaza Mall continues holiday tradition for the Capper Foundation children
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, December 14, 2019 - CapFed Best News: Topeka school, businesses chip in to make Christmas brighter for children
- KSNT, December 4, 2019 - Capper Foundation announces local, online shopping specials for a good cause
- WIBW-TV, December 3, 2019 - Organizations hope to see the community give back on "Giving Tuesday"
- WIBW-TV, November 27, 2019 - How Giving Tuesday will help Topeka's Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, November 26, 2019 - Organizations like Capper Foundation stepped up to fill plates this Thanksgiving
- KSNT, November 26, 2019 - Capper Foundation Development volunteers for Community Thanksgiving Dinner
- WIBW-TV, November 21, 2019 - Video Capper Foundation gives back to their community at Ronald McDonald House
- WIBW-TV, November 21, 2019 - Capper Foundation helps young boy take first steps
- WIBW-TV, November 6, 2019 - 20-30 Club donates over $6,000 to Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, October 31, 2019 - Capper Foundation puts on spooktacular haunted house
- KSNT, October 29, 2019 - Autism CARES Act extended; more trained providers needed in Kansas
- WIBW-TV, October 4, 2019 - Year later, Topeka boy continues recovery from polio-like illness
- WIBW-TV, September 10, 2019 - Families say new Capper Can Capital Campaign will make a big difference
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, September 5, 2019 - Capper Foundation announces capital campaign
- KSNT, September 5, 2019 - Topeka boy learns to speak after therapy at Capper Foundation
- KSNT, September 5, 2019 - Capper Foundation announces new capital campaign
- KSNT, August 30, 2019 - Topeka sisters’ therapy at Capper helps family thrive
- KSNT, August 20, 2019 - Silver Lake girl benefits from multiple types of therapy at Capper Foundation
- KSNT, August 13, 2019 - Topeka woman gains work experience from the Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, July 19, 2019 - iCan Swin helps kids with disabilities enjoy swimming
- KSNT, July 16, 2019 - Capper Foundation hosts iCan Swim Program at Washburn University
- WIBW-TV, July 15, 2019 - Capper Foundation holds birthday party
- KSNT, July 15, 2019 - Capper Foundation celebrates Arthur Capper's Birthday
- KSNT, July 9, 2019 - Capper Foundation trains adults with disabilities on the job hunt
- Majic 107.7, July 1, 2019 - Help volunteer for a local program this summer
- WIBW-TV, June 12, 2019 - Adults with disabilities honored for their determination
- KSNT, June 3, 2019 - Photo Gallery: iCan Bike
- KSNT, June 3, 2019 - Capper Foundation hosts annual iCan Bike Camp
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, June 1, 2019 - Get Social: This week’s submitted photo is by The Capper Foundation
- WIBW-TV, May 16, 2019 - Donation helps adults with disabilities thrive
- WIBW-TV, April 27, 2019 - Adults spend "Evening as a Child" to raise money for children with disabilities
- KSNT, April 27, 2019 - Photo Gallery: An Evening As A Child
- WIBW-TV, April 15, 2019 - Capper Foundation celebrates returning to its roots
- KSNT, April 15, 2019 - Capper Foundation celebrating name change with ice cream social
- WIBW-TV, April 5, 2019 - Capper Foundation opens new booths at Owl's Nests
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, April 1, 2019 - Editorial: Here’s to another century of Capper
- The Topeka Capital-Journal CJOnline, March 27, 2019 - Going back to its roots: Capper Foundation ends affiliation with Easterseals