Kansas Community Empowerment (KCE) program

 Enrollment is open to all Kansas communities committed to strengthening local leadership, volunteerism, collaboration, and quality of place. We have completed our enrollment agreement to participate in KCE for the 2026–2027 program year.


For details on tier requirements and benefits, please visit www.kansascommerce.gov/kce.


Our Vision Statement

 To be a catalyst for positive community impact by empowering volunteers to beautify public spaces, strengthen neighborhood connections, improve parks and shared environments, and cultivate a lasting sense of pride, stewardship, and belonging throughout our community. 

Our Mission Statement

 To bring together residents, youth, and community partners to improve and beautify our neighborhoods, parks, and public spaces while fostering civic pride, environmental stewardship, volunteerism, and the next generation of community leaders. 

Quarterly Meetings

 Formal meetings are Quarterly, 2nd Tuesday of every quarter at 6 pm.  

Location: Berea Hall (the City of Greeley's Community Building across from the park.) 

Press Release

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 Our Enrollment Tier for 2026 Community of Excellence 

Requirements include:

Quarterly Meetings

Minimum of 5 projects per year

Yearly reporting


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1.  Enhance the beauty and vibrancy of our downtown through expanded flower displays, hanging baskets, landscaping projects, and seasonal beautification efforts 

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 2. Improve the appearance and cleanliness of public spaces by maintaining, painting, refurbishing, and replacing trash and recycling receptacles throughout the community and city parks. 

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 3. Raise funds and secure community support for park improvement projects, including playground upgrades, recreational equipment replacement, trail development, and other enhancements that improve quality of life for residents. 

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 4. Strengthen community identity and accessibility through the installation and maintenance of park, wayfinding, and community signage that promotes civic pride and awareness of local amenities 

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 5. Promote community involvement by developing and distributing informational materials that highlight local resources, events, and volunteer opportunities, with a focus on engaging youth in Community Pride projects and fostering the next generation of civic and community leaders.