Cornerstone Property Management & Zeb’s Coffeehouse, owned by GW & Kathy Weld, were recognized during the Eudora USD 491 Board of Education meeting tonight for their continued support of Eudora Schools. BOE member Kelley Woods thanked the owners and employees of both businesses. Woods highlighted the numerous contributions The Welds have made in support of district students and staff, including:
- Supporting Eudora Schools Foundation Summer Reading Program.
- Donating to our Cardinals Care Program that focuses on supporting our students in the most need.
- Hosting and donating items to the school supply drive.
- Sponsoring the Eudora Schools Foundation annual charity golf tournament to support classroom grants.
- Hosting a financial giveback program to benefit student need-based initiatives.
- Donating product and labor to the Eudora Schools Foundation and Eudora Schools Professional Days.
- Providing gift cards and support for our annual employee giving program.
- Serving as guest principals for our Principal for a Half-Day program.
“Eudora Schools is incredibly grateful for the unwavering support of Cornerstone Property and Management and Zeb’s Coffeehouse,” said Stu Moeckel, Superintendent. “Their generosity and dedication to our students and educators play a vital role in enhancing our programs and enriching educational experiences. From supporting the Eudora Schools Foundation’s Summer Reading Program to donating products to support our students in need, their contributions make a real difference. Cornerstone and Zeb’s demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to our community. We are deeply appreciative of their partnership and the positive impact they continue to have on Eudora Schools. Thank you to GW and Kathy Weld.”
"The financial contributions from GW Weld and Cornerstone Properties were fundamental in shaping the Eudora Reads - Summer Reading Program. Their generous contributions allowed us to reach thousands of students across four amazing summers. We were able to provide free books, meals, home book deliveries, and field trips that inspired students to build empathy and cognition skills through reading," said Rose Garrison, Eudora Schools Summer Reading Coordinator. “Zebs Coffeehouse has always been a reliable and stalwart part of the Eudora Reads Summer Reading Program. Whether hosting Open Mic nights, trivia, or just providing a calm and friendly space for book talks, Zebs has never missed the mark.”
The Eudora Schools Foundation honors local businesses and community organizations that contribute to and partner with Eudora schools. Each fall, schools have the opportunity to nominate a business to be recognized for their contributions and their commitment to the students and staff in our district. Previous Outstanding Cardinal Partners include:
2017-Gambino’s 2018-Hamm, Inc. 2019-Westerhouse Heating & Cooling
2020-Kaw Valley State Bank 2021-Barbwire Barbecue 2022-Twill Trade
2023-Eudora Animal Hospital
"We are thrilled to honor GW and Kathy Weld and their staff for going above and beyond in donating their resources and time to support our students and staff," said Shanda Hurla, ESF Executive Director. "For years, they have provided a great example of the variety of support and mutually beneficial partnerships that can happen in our community and schools. We are so appreciative of the Cornerstone Properties and Zeb’s Coffeehouse."
“We feel the next generation is something we’re very passionate about investing in. That’s why our partnership with the Eudora Schools Foundation is so important. Supporting youth today helps build a strong community tomorrow,” said Kathy Weld.
“We hope that as we invest, other businesses and individuals are inspired to make a difference…because it takes a lot of us to accomplish something meaningful,” said GW Weld.
The Eudora Schools Foundation is a nonprofit organization 501(c)(3) that generates resources, builds relationships, and champion’s public education in Eudora Public Schools. Founded in 2006, the Foundation exists to enhance the quality of education through partnerships with the community. Expenditures are primarily directed toward enhancing classroom instruction and impacting the broadest number of Eudora students.
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