Kansas Sampler Foundation
The Kansas Sampler Foundation announced that its newest board member is Luke Mahin of Courtland.
Mahin is a co-owner of Irrigation Ales, which is, because of its location in a town of 294 and proximity to the Kansas Bostwick Irrigation District, one of the most "pivotal" breweries in the midwest. Before opening Irrigation Ales, he was the Republic County Economic Development director.
Foundation director Marci Penner said, “We are excited to add Luke to the board. He’s living the issues we work on year-round so he brings a reality to the discussion, has a passion and drive for finding the best solutions, and he’s just a fun guy to have in the mix.”
Mahin currently serves on the Republic County Foundation board as well as Courtland's Arts Council, Fun Day committee, and Fermentation Club. He has attended almost every Big Kansas Road Trip and enjoys exploring Kansas by way of gravel biking, food, and breweries.
“The biggest challenge in rural Kansas is building capacity for those who want to positively improve their quality of life,” Mahin said. "Part of that is showing people why rural is a worthwhile cause and that its culture matters.”
Mahin replaces RJ Wilson of Shawnee on the board. Other board members are Stacy Barnes, Greensburg; Sarah Werner, Winfield; Simone Elder, Leoti; and David Procter, Manhattan.
The mission of the Kansas-based non-profit is to preserve and sustain rural culture.