Skaggs Foundation Awards 32 Students Pursuing Medical Careers
January 6, 2026 – Branson, MO – Skaggs Foundation proudly awarded 32 students a combined total of $25,250 in scholarships for the Spring 2026 semester. These scholarships support students pursuing degrees in the medical field and reflect the foundation’s ongoing commitment to improving healthcare in our community. The awards were presented during a scholarship reception […]
Skaggs Foundation Awards $1.3 Million in Grants at 12th Annual Ceremony
Skaggs Foundation proudly hosted its 12th Annual Skaggs Legacy Endowment Grant Awards Ceremony on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the Branson Convention Center. This year, Skaggs Foundation awarded $1.3 million in grants to support 52 programs dedicated to improving health and wellness in Stone and Taney counties. These grants will fund impactful projects across six […]
Skaggs Foundation Named 2025 Nonprofit of the Year by Branson Chamber of Commerce
Skaggs Foundation has been honored as the 2025 Nonprofit of the Year by the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB at the recent Good Morning Branson event. Grant Sloan, Senior Vice President of the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB and Taney County Partnership, provided the criteria for this prestigious award, “Nonprofit of […]
Skaggs Foundation Awards Summer and Fall Scholarships
Branson, Missouri- Skaggs Foundation has awarded 45 scholarships totaling $42,250 to students pursuing careers in the medical field for the summer and fall semesters. “These funds are more than just financial support- they are an investment into the future of healthcare”, said Grace Nash, Program Coordinator for Skaggs Foundation. “By supporting these students, we are […]
Spotlight on Leadership: Steve Scherer, Chairman of the Board, Skaggs Foundation
Since 2001, Steve Scherer has called the Branson area home. Originally from Minnesota, Steve relocated to the Ozarks to run a group of hotels in partnership with a close friend. What started as a business venture quickly turned into a deeper connection with the community and a love for the area’s natural beauty and four-season […]
Safe House Project: A Lifeline for Employees in Crisis
At Cox Medical Center Branson, compassion doesn’t stop at patient care—it extends to every member of the team. Thanks to the insight and heart of Angie Smith, Patient Safety Coordinator and registered nurse, employees facing domestic violence now have access to critical resources through a discreet and supportive program called the Safe House Project. In […]
Growing Bright Futures: A Look Inside the Jr. Eagles Childcare Center at OTC
Some projects meet an immediate need. Others go a step further — supporting long-term change. That’s exactly what’s happening at the Jr. Eagles Childcare Center at Ozarks Technical Community College (OTC) Table Rock campus. With funding from Skaggs Foundation, the college renovated a large classroom, purchased age-appropriate equipment, and created a safe, supportive environment where young […]
Lasting Legacy of Skaggs Foundation: Strengthening Healthcare in Stone and Taney Counties
The Vision of Mr. and Mrs. Skaggs In 1950, Mr. M.B. and Mrs. Estella Skaggs spearheaded the creation of the first regional hospital, Skaggs Community Hospital. The Skaggs family, known for their success in retail businesses like Safeway, took action after witnessing a young girl lose her life due to the lack of nearby medical […]
A Full-Circle Moment: How a Grant Opened the Door for Kate Jones’ Journey in Social Work
BRANSON, MO — Sometimes, life comes full circle in the most meaningful ways. For Kate Jones, a social worker at Cox Medical Center Branson, that moment became clear when she realized that Hope Counseling Center’s internship program that helped her gain her clinical hours was made possible by a grant from Skaggs Foundation. Originally from […]
Skaggs Foundation Announces the Appointment of Two New Board Members
Branson, Missouri – February 17, 2025 – Skaggs Foundation, a 501(c)3, nonprofit organization, is pleased to announce the appointment of Glenn Schulz and Lyndi Carnelison to its Board of Directors. These additions bring a wealth of experience and strategic vision to Skaggs Foundation as it continues to support and promote health and wellness initiatives throughout […]