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ROUND TOP SPONSORED PARTNER A Heart in Bloom INSIDE VIEW I love that the foundation connects business owners like me to nonprofits that need creative help. That matchmaking changes everything — it's what builds real community. Susannah Mikulin, CEO of the Greater Fayette Community Foundation, Converses with Local Philanthropists on Giving, Community, and Legacy. I n a rural region where creativity and community often go hand in hand, Kayli Head embodies both. As owner of Bloom Bar, the floral design firm behind countless unforgettable local events, Head redefines what it means to give back philanthropically through time and talent. Her generosity blooms in many forms, from supporting local small business owners as a Round Top Chamber of Commerce board member to donating her skills to elevate nonprofit events. She blends beauty with purpose in everything she touches. "Seeing so many rural nonprofits doing great things is inspiring," she says. "To be able to support their efforts and give back in a beautiful, tangible way is an honor and a gift I love sharing." Head's grandmother Mildred instilled in her at a young age, a life of service through loving acts; that same spirit drives Head's work as a creative community leader who sees GFCF as a natural extension of her values. "I love that the foundation connects business owners like me to nonprofits that need creative help," she says. "That In the Greater Round Top area, where art, culture, and history blend seamlessly, philanthropy is at the heart of community life. In this interview series with Susannah Mikulin, CEO of the Greater Fayette Community Foundation, we highlight the generous individuals and businesses fostering a culture of giving in Greater Round Top and making a lasting impact by supporting the nonprofit sector in this rural region. matchmaking changes everything — it's what builds real community." Head's impact was strongly felt during GFCF's 2025 Community Keyholder Awards, where she partnered with local high school floral students to co-design the event's signature installations. She mentored the students as they brought the event to life, offering an unforgettable career-exploration experience for the class. "Showing students what's possible in this field, especially in a rural setting, meant the world to me," she says. "Watching their work come to life at the event was so fun — they nailed it!" In 2026, Head is launching Head West Collective, a local event and design studio focused on giving back close to home. "I'm just getting started," she says. "I feel lucky to live in a place where philanthropy is a way of life, and I want to be part of that for years to come." Learn more about how GFCF supports community-minded leaders, at greaterfayette.com. — Kayli Head Kayli Head 85