A father’s love inspires

Our vision at A.N.D.Y. foundation is to ensure young people have access to the creative resources they need to explore their potential and build vibrant futures. We do this by creating grants for educators in Kansas to refresh their art, library, or music education programs.

The A.N.D.Y. Foundation was created by sisters, Maddie and Ellie Hardesty. This idea was born from their father’s love of teaching them how to express themselves creatively. Their father (and our foundation's namesake), Andy, instilled in them a sense of connection through music, art, and story. He spread joy by sharing his creativity with those around him.

If this sounds like something you or your community could benefit from, please fill out a grant form here.

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Ellie & Maddie Hardesty
Co-Founders

  • Maddie Hardesty

    Maddie Hardesty (she/her) is a Co-Founder of the A.N.D.Y. Foundation with her sister, Ellie. She generates funds and leads the creative direction for the A.N.D.Y. Foundation.

  • Ellie Hardesty MA, BCBA

    Ellie Hardesty (she/her) is a Co-Founder of the A.N.D.Y. Foundation with her sister, Maddie. She oversees the grant development and community impact measures for the A.N.D.Y. Foundation.