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Felix E. Martin Jr. Foundation

The Felix E. Martin Jr. Foundation is committed to empowering the residents of Muhlenberg County.

09/03/2026

Muhlenberg Civic Leadership Institute focused on the county's agriculture sector today and it was another great day! We love working alongside Greater Muhlenberg Chamber of Commerce with this group who are giving their time to learn how they can make a difference in our community!

09/02/2026

The Foundation is glad to be a member of the Donors Forum of Kentuckiana — an association of grantmaking organizations committed to promoting effective and responsive philanthropy — meeting quarterly to develop relationships and learn from one another and others working in the nonprofit sector.

Today, we met and learned from Nicole of the C.E. and S. Foundation, and Shannon of Kentucky Youth Advocates, for a presentation on Kentucky's groundbreaking effort to ensure that social media lawsuit settlement funds are invested directly in the positive development of children and youth.

Next quarter, an update from Danielle with Kentucky Nonprofit Network on the health of our commonwealth’s nonprofits. Let us know if you’re interested in joining us and listening in to the latest news in our sector!

09/01/2026

What does one do on a hot day like today to remain outdoors, but keep from the sweltering heat? Walk at the largely shaded Brizendine Brothers Nature Park (205 Chatam Lane)! Take a stroll where you will notice several updates and activities taking place including repairs/replacements to the bridges, clean-out of debris, packing of gravel along the trail, and even two new bench swings overlooking the park's beauty.

In addition to a core group of tremendously caring residents leading the charge, the Foundation was happy to play a small role in funding a few of these updates. Owensboro Health also joined in as a partner to purchase the swings, as well as a self-titled group - the 'Rewilding Team' - aiding in several rewilding areas in the park, the Boy Scouts, and, more recently, an allotment of funding from the Greenville Tourism Commission to help in the purchase/replacement of signage.

A prime example of teamwork making the dream work! And making such a beautiful amenity of Muhlenberg County the best it can be.

08/28/2026

At the Foundation’s Board meeting this morning, several grants were approved including $200,000+ in program funding for the continuation of the SOAR early childhood education program in partnership with Muhlenberg County Public Schools! WAHOO!!! Happy 15th birthday, SOAR!

What’s your favorite SOAR program? Share your favorite SOAR photo of you and your little(s).

Special thanks to Sip&Spin for the drinks and Dogwoods Café for the sweets. ☕️🥐

08/27/2026

What a day! Today, our Board, Advisory Council, and staff gathered for the first day of our strategic planning retreat. We reviewed, digested, and discussed all feedback collected earlier this month from our interview, focus group, and community-wide survey on ways we can continue to support Muhlenberg County.

So many great ideas and suggestions; WE THANK YOU! 💡✨🙏🏽 Stay tuned for our report on the findings and plans for our future efforts to build on the county we love.

08/26/2026

Love local! 🎨 We’re pleased to see local artist, Jacob Abbott’s work in Drakesboro. This piece has been in the works for months, under Ms. Debbie Gorham’s leadership at Hope 2 All. While she never got to see the piece to fruition, Jacob and Hope2All’s committed volunteers made sure to honor her legacy and love of people through the creation of this mural.

Fun fact, one of the last things Debbie ordered for the food pantry was 5,000 jars of peanut butter! … As such, notice the addition of a jar added to this mural. ❤️‍🩹🥜📦

08/25/2026

Please help us in wishing a big CONGRATS to our very own, Alyssa Hoggatt Manning on her 14-year anniversary in the foundation arena! We thank her for her tireless dedication, love and care for her 'second home' - Muhlenberg County.

08/22/2026

Anyone recognize these two? That’s our SOAR staff — Vicki Vincent-Yonts — and our Board member, Mike Schultz! We are so thankful for our staff who continually go above and beyond their traditional job duties by volunteering their time throughout the year with various endeavors, and our Board members that show up day in and day out in support of the county we love.

Come to visit the Muhlenberg County fair booth during the Kentucky State Fair this week! The collective Muhlenberg County tourism groups would love to see you. 🎡🎠🎟️

Learn more about our Board member, Mike, along with all others, here: https://www.felixmartinfoundation.org/leadership/mike-schultz.

08/20/2026

The Foundation was thrilled to be able to participate in yesterday's "The BERG Experience" through Muhlenberg County Public Schools. We had several staff members participate as presenters on the various programs we offer, leadership strategies, as well as grant opportunities. We talked about how to attain grants to keep from having to use what's earned on "pay day" for one's student classroom to ways to apply for "100 grand" to elevate classroom and school-wide experiences.

We thank those who chose to attend our sessions, and Muhlenberg County Schools for giving us the opportunity to share more about our efforts!

08/19/2026

Yesterday, our President, Alyssa Hoggatt Manning, had the pleasure of serving along with other foundation leaders at the annual Nonprofit Roundtable Summit In Elizabethtown, KY on the topic “Beyond the Grant.” During the session, she was able to advise on tips for what makes a good grant application, as well as what happens after funds are awarded.

We’re thankful for opportunities to be able to share about all the good happening in Muhlenberg County through partnerships, grants, and other philanthropic endeavors happening right here at home. Thank you, Muhlenberg, for setting an example of what a loving, giving, philanthropic community can look like that others across the commonwealth can learn from! ♥️

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