A new exhibition at the Watkins Museum highlights 25 years of philanthropy driven by the Douglas County Community Foundation.
DCCF is a public charity serving Douglas County, where groups throughout the area can establish funds for scholarships, public works, nonprofits, arts organizations and beyond.
Created in partnership with DCCF, the Watkins exhibit begins with a spotlight on Tensie Oldfather, who established the charity in 2000.
Through text panels, photographs and a bench created by Van Go artists, visitors will learn about the people involved in the foundation and how its mission impacts the community to this day.
“There is no better organization to spotlight during this holiday season of giving than the Douglas County Community Foundation,” said Andrew Stockmann, the museum’s curator of exhibitions. “DCCF and its donors impact every member of our Douglas County community through their incredible generosity, and it is a privilege to partner with them to celebrate a quarter century of impact.”
“Douglas County Community Foundation: 25 Years of Charitable Action” is the conclusion to a series of anniversary exhibits at the Watkins covering Stevens & Brand LLP, Bert Nash and the museum itself.
The exhibit is on display in the Community Gallery now through Dec. 31. The museum is always free to visitors and is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.
DCCF’s annual Giving for Good digital catalog highlights local organizations seeking support during the holidays. Find the 2025 catalog here.
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