Example of an Endowed Fund - The Findlay

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Message from the President
Grant Highlights
Partnering for Prescription Assistance
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Match Day Provides Unexpected Gifts
Money Matters at Every Age
Dorney Legacy Society
Handbags That Help
The Family Center
New Funds
Funds of the Foundation
Our Donors
Grants Awarded
Guidelines for Grantseekers
HancockREADS Fund
Hancock Education Fund
ECLIPSe - Youth in Philanthropy
Board of Trustees
Foundation Staff
Volunteers and Committee Members
Financial Report
Financial Statement
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FOR HANCOCK COUNTY. FOREVER.
There is no denying that last year was a challenging one for foundations,
individuals, families, companies, in short, any entity that relied on investments
to provide capital for growth, development, or philanthropy.
The good news is—we’ve seen this all before. Throughout the decades there
have been periods of economic recession and fear, followed each time by
renewal and even greater investment and growth. This cycle has repeated
itself throughout history, and we stand confident that this time it will be no
different.
I am pleased to tell you that your community foundation is on very solid
ground. Our Board of Trustees has invested significant time in shepherding
the assets in its care, and in constructing a portfolio that is diversified and
balanced. We have weighed risk against potential return and protected the
funds to the best of our collective ability in these volatile times.
Fortunately for Findlay and Hancock County, The Community Foundation is
designed to weather this kind of storm. Our mission is to improve the quality
of life in our community, and we accomplish that goal through the power of
endowment. Endowment funds are based on the theory that if we invest your
principal gift, and make grants using only a portion of the average balance,
your fund will continue to grow and will provide support for our community—
forever.
times like these, unrestricted dollars really make a difference, allowing us to
meet the ever-changing needs of our community.
I encourage you to join with those who have already captured the power of
forever, by making a gift to our unrestricted endowment, or to any of our
endowed funds. Whether your gift is made today, or as part of your will or
estate plan, the good work you do will far outlast your lifetime, impacting your
community—forever.
Lastly, I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for the warm
welcome to Findlay and Hancock County. I look forward to working with you
and making this community part of my family’s “forever” story.
Katherine Kreuchauf, CFRE
President
And we mean exactly that—forever. Long after you and I are gone, The
Community Foundation will still be here, making grants and enriching lives
throughout our community. The L. Dale Dorney Fund was established in
1976—a $2.2 million gift from one insightful man to the community he loved.
His gift, now more than 30 years old (though, still young in terms of “forever”),
has already granted more than $7.6 million to our community.
One unique aspect of Mr. Dorney’s gift is that it is an unrestricted endowment.
This means that he put his full trust in our Board of Trustees to decide where
the funds would be most needed. He provided for the future of his community
with the keen understanding that conditions would change over time. During
2008 Annual Report—For Hancock County. Forever. • GRANT HIGHLIGHT
PARTNERING FOR PRESCRIPTON ASSISTANCE
Family Center agencies are working together to save lives.
• The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
Being diagnosed with a health condition is stressful, but when you can’t afford the medicine to treat
the condition, it can be emotionally overwhelming.
Almost every day, Gene Kelsey, executive director
of Hancock Christian Clearing House, counsels distraught individuals facing this predicament. “They
all have a story,” he says, “and they all have a need.”
12 different medications. In the process of getting a
divorce, she couldn’t make her monthly co-payment
for the prescriptions. Her future looked bleaker
still with unemployment and no health insurance
coverage until she could sign up for disability. “Being
without health insurance is scary,” she says. “I was
afraid to leave (my husband). I thought I was stuck.”
Cathy Debolt, for example, arrived at Hancock
Christian Clearing House suffering from Lupus and
other debilitating conditions that require her to take
Just a few years ago, the options for Debolt and
other Hancock County residents in difficult circumstances were limited. But today, many receive help
The Prescription Assistance Program’s roots can be
traced to 2006 when Brenda Sciranka, manager of
Caughman Health Center, became concerned with
the growing number of clinic patients who couldn’t
afford their prescription drugs. She knew that when
medical conditions such as diabetes, mental illness, depression, and high blood pressure were left
untreated, it led to greater, and more costly, health
problems down the road. With grant funding from
The Community Foundation, Sciranka was able
to hire a full-time registered nurse (RN) to connect patients with national prescription assistance
programs. These programs, offered as a community
service through pharmaceutical companies, provide
free prescriptions to those who qualify. As a further
preventative measure, Caughman Health Center
monitors the health conditions of patients enrolled
in the assistance programs through regular checkups and screenings. Last year, Caughman Health
Center helped patients in need receive more than
$1.3 million in free medications.
While the RN position made a big impact, there
was still an unmet need; it took several weeks for
a patient to begin receiving medications through a
national program. This time gap, from diagnosis to
receiving the medication, was critical to the patient’s
health. “A lot can happen in a month,” explains
Sciranka, “such as inpatient stays and emergency
room visits.” And, many patients who didn’t begin
a medication immediately would opt to forgo it
entirely, especially patients with non-symptomatic
conditions like high blood pressure. Once again,
The Community Foundation stepped in to help by
funding a grant to provide short-term prescription
assistance. The grant monies enable Hancock Christian Clearing House to help patients purchase an
immediate supply of their needed medications, with
costs ranging from a few dollars to several hundred
dollars.
Each year, Hancock Christian Clearing House helps
approximately 300 individuals purchase the medications they need short-term, while Caughman Health
Center aids approximately 1,200 individuals with
long-term prescription assistance and preventative
care. The two agencies, located just down the hall
from each other at The Family Center, regularly refer
patients to each other. “We are working together and
making a difference,” says Sciranka. “None of this
would have been possible without The Community
Foundation.”
For individuals like Debolt, who had nowhere to
turn, the Prescription Assistance Program provides
a pathway to better health. When she connected
with the program, Debolt felt an enormous sense of
relief that made dealing with her numerous health
and personal issues just a little easier. “I am truly
amazed by all the help that Hancock County offers,”
she says. v
Hancock Christian Clearing House
• HCCH had a record 4,429 requests for help in 2008. These requests were from 3,728 families representing 11,992 individuals.
• HCCH committed a record total of $170,993.59 in client assistance in 2008. • Keeping people in their homes, one of HCCH’s primary purposes, increased 21% from 2007 to a total cost of $109,279 in 2008.
Caughman Health Center
• Served 26,275 patients in 2008—an increase of 108% over 2007.
• Administered 6,984 immunizations in 2008.
• Provided $450,096 in medical services at no cost in 2008—an increase of 128% over 2007. This does not include the services covered by Medi-
care, Medicaid or private insurance.
• Helped individuals gain access to $1.39 million worth of free prescription medication. An
increase of 117% over 2007.
Photo opposite page: Cathy Debolt talks with Paula Sidle and
Cathy Mullahy from Caughman Health Center and Tammy Stahl,
Hancock Christian Clearing House. Working together, the two
agencies helped Debolt obtain life-sustaining prescriptions
through the Prescription Assistance Program.
through the Prescription Assistance Program, a
joint effort between Caughman Health Center and
Hancock Christian Clearing House. The Community
Foundation was the leader behind this innovative
program that results in healthier individuals and
lower costs.
GRANT HIGHLIGHT
MATCH DAY PROVIDES
UNEXPECTED GIFTS
Local citizens step up to help agencies weather the storm.
It’s a safe haven for Hancock County children who’ve been traumatized by physical or
sexual abuse, but last fall, the Hancock County Center for Safe and Healthy Children
needed protection itself from a financial storm. “We were struggling to keep our
doors open,” admits Julie Banner, the agency’s coordinator. “We didn’t have rent
money for the coming year, which meant the kids wouldn’t have had anywhere to go.”
The Hancock County Center for Safe and Healthy Children wasn’t the only nonprofit
agency in the county hit hard by the nation’s economic crisis. Other agencies reported
declining donations at a time when demand for services was skyrocketing. Rising
unemployment meant a growing number of families needed help with basic needs,
such as food, shelter, and healthcare. “It was a crisis in the making. The number (of
those in need) was climbing substantially,” says Gene Kelsey, executive director of
Hancock Christian Clearing House, adding that his agency was in danger of running
out of funds by the first half of 2009.
Recognizing that timely action was needed to avert a crisis, The Community
Foundation came up with a resourceful plan to raise awareness and funds for the
county’s struggling health and human service agencies. By providing $300,000 in
matching funds, The Community Foundation sponsored Match Day on December
17, 2008, giving donors the chance to double their contribution to their favorite local
charity. Match Day resulted in an outpouring of generosity that infused $768,514 into
the immediate needs and endowment funds of 32 county agencies. “Our community
always comes together to help each other out,” says Banner. “It never disappoints me.”
It took only two hours to deplete The Community Foundation’s $300,000 in matching
funds. Many agency directors had reached out to supporters ahead of time, taking
advantage of Match Day to inform donors of their growing needs. They camped out
on the sidewalk in front of The Community Foundation’s office the night before,
determined to ensure that the donations they had collected were matched dollar for
dollar. Even bitter cold and blustery weather couldn’t dampen their spirits. “It was a
chance to better our agency, so we were going to be there,” says Linda Lotz, executive
director of Cancer Patient Services, an agency that has been reducing the burden of
cancer on county residents since 1946.
Other agencies that weren’t in danger of closing,
like Cancer Patient Services, can better serve their
constituents thanks to Match Day. “We’ve had more
and more individuals coming in who can’t manage
because they’ve lost a job or had their insurance
reduced,” says Lotz. “Dealing with cancer is stressful
and financial concerns only magnify the stress.
Match Day dollars have enabled us to go beyond
what is usual and customary to provide extra
assistance on a case-by-case basis.”
The reverberations from Match Day and the
wonderful generosity of the community have been
felt by thousands of county residents struggling
through the recession. “Watching the community
rally together to do something important was
incredible,” says Beth Meeks, executive director
of Open Arms Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis
Center, which received $75,020 in matched funds. “It
felt like moving a mountain.” v
GRANT HIGHLIGHT
Match Day helped many nonprofit agencies weather
the economic downturn. For some agencies, like
the Hancock County Center for Safe and Healthy
Children, Match Day meant its doors would stay
open for another year. “Our focus on child advocacy
and on the treatment, prosecution, and prevention
of physical and sexual abuse will continue,” says
Banner. With the $21,975 it received from Match
Day, the agency also bolstered its funds for the
Hancock County Tooth Fairy program, which
helps children in foster care receive orthodontic
treatment that isn’t covered by Medicaid. Recently,
the program provided the down payment for dental
work for an adopted child whose jaw was severely
damaged from the physical abuse she endured in her
previous home. “The adoptive mother was overjoyed
that we could assist,” says Banner. “It made a huge
difference in her daughter’s self esteem and life.”
TOTAL RAISED = $768,514*
Immediate Need Funds Raised
• Cancer Patient Services • Caughman Clinic • Century Health • CHOPIN Hall • City Mission • Clothe-A-Child • Dental Center of NW Ohio • Family Resource Centers • Focus on Friends • Hancock Christian Clearing House
• Hancock County Agency on Aging • Hancock Co. Center for Safe & Healthy Children
• HHWP Community Action Commission • Hope House for the Homeless • Lutheran Social Services • Open Arms Domestic Violence Center • The Salvation Army • Voices For Children of Hancock Co. • Women’s Resource Center of Hancock Co. $53,018
$32,300
$8,634
$54,875
$87,358
$4,400
$1,300
$1,350
$200
$105,714
$36,590
$21,975
$5,100
$9,425
$2,875
$75,020
$20,197
$4,415
$49,250
Agency representatives from Open Arms, Women’s Resource Center, Cancer Patient Services, Hancock Christian Clearing House,
and Caughman Health Center weathered the wintry snow to
ensure their place in line for Match Day.
Endowment Funds Raised
• Arlington School Foundation (Capital Improvement Fund) $1,400
• Arlington School Foundation (Educational Excellence Fund)$7,150
• Cancer Patient Services $1,200
• Century Health $3,000
• City Mission $1,000
• Findlay Enrichment Program $1,045
• Findlay Area Arts Fund $100
• Hancock County Agency on Aging $27,039
• Hancock County Sheriff K-9 Fund $200
• Hancock Parks Foundation $18,134
• Hancock Christian Clearing House $6,800
• Hope House for the Homeless $1,000
• Humane Society of Hancock County $22,200
• Macklin Intergenerational Institute $350
• Mazza Museum Enthusiasts
$1,000
• McComb Public Library $40,000
• Old Mill Stream Foundation $41,500
• Open Arms Domestic Violence & Rape Crisis Center $900
• United Way of Hancock County $400
• Winebrenner Theological Seminary $20,000
• YMCA $100
* Includes $300,000 match from The Community Foundation.
Eric Anderson, Fresh Encounter/Great Scot Supermarkets, delivers
hot beverages and donuts to Match Day participants. Like many
other local business leaders, Eric and his family supported Match
Day as both corporate and individual donors. He currently serves
on the board of directors for Open Arms.
Debbie Seawell, Tammy Stahl, and Gene Kelsey, representatives
from Hancock Christian Clearing House, are all smiles as their
Match Day donations are totaled. HCCH received $105,714 in Immediate Need Funds from Match Day.
MONEY MATTERS AT EVERY AGE
Hancock Saves teaches the power of financial responsibility.
Kimberly Lee, mother of three, knows that good habits start at an early age. Setting a positive example
for her three small boys, ages 3, 5, and 7, on how to
manage money wisely, is important to her. “I want
them to learn to save,” she says. “I want them to
know we earn everything we have.”
Hancock Saves, funded through a grant from The
Community Foundation, helps families like Lee’s
develop smart money strategies. The innovative
program encourages county residents from all walks
of life to make a commitment to increase wealth and
reduce debt.
With the U.S. economy in a recession, Hancock
Saves is growing in popularity, even becoming
a model program in the state of Ohio. More and
more individuals are realizing that they’ve been
living beyond their means and want help to change,
says Angela Crist, director of Hancock Saves. “It’s
incredible how many people from so many different
income brackets live from paycheck to paycheck.
Hancock Saves places responsibility in the hands
of the participants. More than 550 county residents
have already established goals to reduce their debt
or increase their savings as part of the program.
They have access to educational workshops, newsletters, financial information, and one-on-one
financial counseling to help them reach their goals.
“It’s a great way to force myself to save,” says Lee. “If
I didn’t have a plan and a commitment, the money
would get spent.”
To keep participants inspired, Hancock Saves hosts
special programs, like Count Your Coin Week,
throughout the year. The message behind Count
Your Coin Week is that small steps, such as saving
coins or eliminating little luxuries, can go a long
way toward helping you save money. In 2008, more
than $10,000 in spare change was deposited in savings accounts by 220 individuals during Count Your
Coin Week. Lee’s three boys, who earn money from
lawn and garden chores, participated by dumping
out their piggy banks and making a special trip to
the bank. “They loved seeing how much they had
earned,” says Lee. “My oldest son had a great time
adding it up with a calculator.”
Hancock Saves also sponsors educational programs
in the city and county middle schools and high
schools. Designed to be interactive and eye-opening,
these programs shatter misconceptions and challenge students to think about what’s important. In
“Real Money, Real World,” high school students role
play the life of an adult. They are given a pretend job
and family and have to make tough choices about
spending and saving based on their income. They
are even exposed to high pressure sales pitches for
items like cable television. “The students’ reactions
are priceless,” says Crist. “They are always shocked
when they realize how much things like childcare
cost.”
By helping children and parents learn how to manage money responsibly, Hancock Saves is affecting
change for generations to come. “We live in a culture
that encourages us to spend, spend, spend, with little thought to the consequences,” says Crist. “There
is no magic bullet. But we are helping many families
build financial stability. We are providing the tools
for change, and they are making them work.” v
GRANT HIGHLIGHT
But the bubble has burst. People are more willing to
listen now. It’s a great time for renewal and reassessment,” she explains.
A student determines how much of her assigned budget must be
allocated for food based on the ages and number of children in
the household.
Bev Welty helps students contemplate the costs and implications
of buying versus renting a home.
PHOTO OPPOSITE PAGE: Kimberly Lee is one of 550 Hancock
County residents who have made a commitment to save money
or reduce debt through Hancock Saves. Through her example,
she is teaching her three small boys, Kenneth, Andrew and
Micah, the importance of saving.
Wayne Peck assists a student with decisions regarding auto and
home Insurance.
2008 Annual Report—For Hancock County. Forever. • DORNEY LEGACY SOCIETY
Hancock County’s Father of Philanthropy
When L. Dale Dorney first visited the offices
of the Cleveland Foundation in the early
1970’s, he arrived unannounced in his usual
business attire. During his conversation
with foundation staff, Mr. Dorney made
quite an impression with his sophisticated
knowledge of the worlds of finance and
law, and his creative vision of public giving. They had no way of knowing that day
whether he had five hundred or five thousand dollars to give. But his keen understanding and passion for the enduring spirit
of philanthropy were easily recognized.
LEGACY SOCIETY
Most people who encountered L. Dale Dorney during his lifetime were unaware of the
unique life and industrious nature that lay behind his quaint, unpretentious exterior. A
private man, he lived the majority of his 90 years in his native Findlay, Ohio. Although
he made his mark as an astute businessman and wise investor, he always down-played
his material wealth. In fact, few people knew the extent to which he had pursued his
life-long quest of building substantial personal assets and establishing a trust that
would serve the people of his community for many generations to come.
In 1976, he left the Cleveland Foundation a $2.2 million dollar bequest dedicated to
improving the quality of life in Findlay and Hancock County. He hoped that this gift
might one day form the nucleus of a community foundation. His dream came to fruition
in 1992 when The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation was established as a
supporting organization of the Cleveland Foundation.
On February 28, 1999, The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation became an
independent entity and the Dorney Fund assets designated for Hancock County were
returned to our community. What started as one man’s generous gift to his community,
has been further expanded by local residents. Today, The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation is one of the more than 80 community foundations in Ohio and 700
community foundations nationwide.
Since 1976, the Dorney Fund has provided more than $7.6 million dollars to local agencies. And through the power of endowment, where gifts are invested and earnings are
used to make grants that address community needs, Mr. Dorney’s gift will keep giving,
and growing, forever. That’s the power of a charitable fund with The Community Foundation. Your good work far outlasts your lifetime. v
Donors who make a commitment to Findlay and Hancock County’s
future through a planned gift or bequest to The Community Foundation are eligible to join the Dorney Legacy Society. All donors who have
established permanent funds are also named to the Society. As a member
of the Dorney Legacy Society, you’ll be invited to:
Name your charitable fund. As you plan your legacy, the fund can bear
your name or you can honor the name of your family or loved ones. You
may, of course, choose anonymity instead.
Share your personal history. We would like to preserve your story and
photographs for future generations who will receive grants from your
named fund.
Attend special community events. Let us introduce you to other gener-
ous people who have also provided for Findlay and Hancock County’s
future in their estate plans.
Learn of changes in Ohio probate or federal tax law. Working with
your professional advisor, we want to make sure your estate plan continues to accomplish your personal, financial, and charitable objectives.
Be named in Foundation publications. We would like to give others
the opportunity to follow your example of community stewardship and
leadership. We also respect the wishes of those who prefer to give anonymously.
Your planned gift or bequest puts you in good company today. Tomor-
row, your endowed fund will be multiplied with gifts from other caring
individuals and families to do good works in our community for generations to come.
We invite you to make a gift that far outlasts your lifetime. By following
in L. Dale Dorney’s footsteps, you will help to ensure that our community
continues to thrive far into the future. The Community Foundation provides confidential philanthropic services to prospective donors, without
pressure or obligation. Our staff will work with you and your professional
advisor to provide information about the many options available to you,
designing a plan that works best for you and your personal situation.
For more information on planned giving or the Dorney Legacy Society,
please contact The Community Foundation at 419-425-1100. v
Fredrick C. and Ruth G. Aldrich
Herb S. Aldrich*
W.S. Sherman* and Wanda Alge
Eva Kate Cowen Anderson*
Gertrude O. Anderson*
Randy Baker
Albert J. Ball*
John C.* and Jane C. Barbieri
Richard P. Jr. and Shirley Barchent
Daniel R. Bennett*
Richard N. and Mildred B. Bishop
Ben Breece*
Joseph R.* and Westelle L.* Browne
James F. and Mary Alys Brucklacher
April Lynn Rodeheffer Burbach*
Lora Wiest Burgderfer*
Kylene Bycycnski*
Wayne and Dawna Casper
Kenneth C. and Ruth E.* Casteel
James L. Child, Jr.*
Charles Robert Clapper*
Florence G. Collins*
Harry F. Cooper*
George E. Countryman*
Floyd J.* and Alice K.* Curran
James* and Marie* Dally
Irma Maxheimer Dana*
Richard (Dick) E. Daugherty*
Judge Allan Davis
Barbara Deerhake
Richard and Barbara Deerhake Family
William P.* and Pauline* Deisel
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Donnell
L. Dale Dorney*
Mary Ann Emerine*
Mary E. Fell
G. Richard* and Beverly Fisher
M. Margaret Foster*
William Clark Foster*
Philip D. Gardner*
Sara Wagner Gast*
Ivan and Dorothy Gorr
Jean C. Graham
Frank and Annett Hollington Guglielmi
Evelyn J. Burkey Hamilton
David S. and Susan M. Healy
Beth Bradley Heck*
W. Kenneth* and R. Ruth* Helvie
J. William Hollington
John W. Hollington*
William H. Jackson*
Ronald N. Jenkins*
Keith L. and Sheila K. Jolliff
April Sue Jones*
Bradley Joseph*
George and Helen Koepke
Vance Kramer III*
Marjorie A. Kuhlman*
William H.* and Martha E.* Lape
Gertrude A. Lee*
David Lodge*
Kyle P. Luginbuhl*
Benjamin R.L. Lunn*
John M.* and Patricia M. Luther
Gordon* and Marilyn* Macklin
Punk E.* and Martha M.* Mains
Howard* and Carolyn* Marvin
M. Andrew May*
Richard J. McCall*
Robert L. McClelland
Richard K. and Lynn J. McCord
Erica Miller*
Glendora Mills*
Thomas E. Moore*
Zach Morgan*
James A. Moul
Barbara and Richard Muzy
Michael Needler Family
G. Norman and Jane* Nicholson
John Noble*
Tom* and Esther Orndorff
Michael and Pat Oxley
Jim and Mahrokh (Esfandiary) Palte
Sterling* and Meredith* Pfeiffer Family
G. (Bud)* and Valerie* Poole
J. Alec and Sandra M. Reinhardt
Roger Renz*
E.D. (Bud)* and Jean* Retter
Jim and Mary Jane Roberts
Marv and Judy Rower
Ralph Russo
John H. Schaefer*
Madeleine T. Schneider*
Elaine H. Schoonmaker Family
Dorothy F. Secor*
John Edward Seman*
Robert A. Shamp*
T.R. Shoaff*
Dr. Thomas Richard Shoupe*
Wendene Wilson Shoupe
Don and Mary (Pat) Sink
Gene and Elaine Stevens
Robert L.* and Dortha W.* Stober
Roberta Stober
John P. Stozich*
Jack and Midge Thomas
Richard Thompson*
Tell* and Opal* Thompson
Dr. Raymond J.* and Jane J. Tille
Mary Jo Urshalitz*
Anna VanGorder*
Leo Vielhaber*
Deorah Ruth Wall*
James and Patricia Wall
C.P.* and Evelyn J. Weaver
William R. Webb
Walter L. Weber*
Lester L. Werntz*
Barton* and Josephine* Wilson
Leo* and Virginia* Woodward
Grant* and Emily* Young
Charles J. Younger
Christopher Jon Younger
George R.* and Harriet J.* Younger
Mariann Dana Younger
Paul Randolph Younger
Scott Charles Younger
Stephen Dana Younger
Linda B. Ziegler*
* Deceased
Names of Dorney Legacy Society members
who do not wish to be listed in publications
are kept anonymous at their request.
Ten reasons people choose
to give through The
Community Foundation...
1. We are a local organization with deep roots in the community.
2. Our professional staff has broad expertise regarding community issues and needs.
3. We provide personalized service tailored to each individual’s charitable and financial interests.
4. Our funds help people invest in the causes they care about most.
5. We accept a wide variety of assets and can facilitate complex forms of giving.
6. We partner with professional advisors to create highly-effective approaches to charitable giving.
7. We offer maximum tax advantages as allowed by federal law.
8. We multiply the impact of gift dollars by pooling them with other gifts and grants.
9. We build endowment funds that benefit the community’s future and help create personal legacies that last forever.
10. We are a community leader, con-
vening agencies and coordinating resources to create positive change.
2008 Annual Report—For Hancock County. Forever. • LEGACY SOCIETY
Dorney Legacy Society Members
HANDBAGS THAT HELP
HANDBAGS THAT HELP
Handbags That Help (HTH) is a women’s giving circle founded in 2007 by a group
of women committed to dramatically improving lives throughout the Greater
Hancock County community. Using its pooled membership dollars, HTH collectively funds grants to charitable projects and programs.
What is unique about this group is that members are not asked to do any fundraising. The only thing required of a member is a $500 annual contribution which
gives her a single vote as to how the pooled funds will be awarded.
In their inaugural year, members voted to award a total of $54,000 in grants to
three organizations: Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County, Hancock
County Center for Safe and Healthy Children, and Camp Fire USA of Northwest
Ohio.
The Community Foundation serves as the sponsoring organization for HTH, providing fiscal and program sponsorship. Any woman who is interested in joining
HTH should contact The Community Foundation office. v
10 • The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
2008-2009 Handbags That Help Members
Ruth Aldrich
Sharon Aller
Julie Anderson*
Marcia Armes
Marguerite Armstrong
Sue Arnold
Kelly Atkins
Ruth Ball
Connie Barron-Smith
Kimberly Bash
Patricia Bash
Sharon Bishop
Barb Bodie
Jennifer Bookwalter
Marilyn Brewer
Julie Brown
Kathleen Brubaker
Sherri Brumbaugh
Cheryl Buckland
Janelle Busdeker
Jennifer Cairns
Kimberly Cameron
Naomi Chaney
Susan Chesebro
Kay Chesebro
Barbara Chesebro-Corbin
Sally Chesebro-Mathews
Margaret Chesebro-Ramlow
Lynn Child
Karen Cline
Nora Cochran
Patty Coffman
Anni Collette
Alice Conlisk
Shirley Copeland
Rindy Crates*
Michelle Dale
Sandy Dale
Carol Dale-Joseph
Jane Davis
Linda DeArment
Barbara Deerhake
Darmis Demler
Jana Doone
Lela Doty
Myra Egbert
Virginia Erner
Beverly Fisher
Anita Fitzgerald
Rita Fitzgerald
Beth Flowers
Sandy Franks
Jean Garner
Barbara Gebhardt
Barbara Geyer
Dorothy Gorr
Jackie Gray
Trisha Green
Marilyn Hackenberg
Mary Halvorsen
Evelyn Hamilton
Mary Beth Hammond*
Sandra Hansen*
Sara Harrington
Susan Harrington-Williams
Barbara Hay
Suzi Healy
Kristin Heck-Sajadi
Kathy Heintschel
Jane Heminger
Shirley Hewitt
Kay Hill
Terri Hooper
Alisa Houck
Carol Houzie
Alda Hymes
Joanne Ingold*
Kathy Jebbett
Darla Johannsen
Mary Johnston
Peggy Kelley
Kerry Kirk
Diana Kirk
Barbara Kirk
Kolleen Kirk Rill*
Kay Kose
Kathy Kreuchauf
Terry Krivoruchka
Marge Kruse
Gwen Kuenzli
Pam Lather
Marjorie Lodge
Karen Logan
Linda Lotz
Patty Luther
Peggy Lyon
Denese Malacos
Margaret Malaney
Anne Mallett
Carol Mallett
Maxine Mazza
Stephanie McClellan
Eleanor McCoy
Gene McEvoy
Linda Miller
Cheryl Miller
Pauline Milligan*
Rosemary Montalbine
Nancy Moody-Russo
A. Ann Moore
Gina Mummert
Peggy Musser
Dionne Neubauer
Beth Niemeyer
Rosanna Palmer
Sarah Palmer
Susan Pancake
Cindy Parke-Shoupe
Jill Parsons
Jennifer Payne-White
Kathleen Peiffer
Allyson Perry*
Mary Ellen Peters
Robin Pfeiffer
Isabelle Pratt
Sandra Reinhardt
Bev Robb
Bridget Robb
Mary Jane Roberts
Carol Roessing
Connie Rooney
Martha Rothey
Judy Rower
Donna Ruse
Suzanne Sackman
Laura Savage
Elaine Schoonmaker
Anne Sheaffer
Barbara Sheehan
Margaret Slough
Karen Smith
LInda Spahr
Susie Spragg
Christa Steiner
Nancy Stephani
Julie Stevens
Sandra Stoll
Denise Thomas
Patricia Thomas
Pat Wall
Julia Walsh
Corri Wilcox
Susan Williams
Judy Withrow
Carri Wurm
Mariann Younger
Beth Zachrich
Chris Zawisza
Joyce Ziegler
Lynne Zydonik
* Guiding Circle Members
Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County
received $26,858 from HTH to partially fund the
construction of a new home for a single mother and
her son. This particular home was also selected as the
second local Women Build project, making this project
especially fitting for HTH to fund.
Habitat for Humanity was founded on the conviction that every man, woman, and child should have
a decent, safe, and
affordable place to live.
Through volunteer
labor and donations
of money and materials, Habitat builds and
rehabilitates simple,
decent houses with the
help of the homeowner
Soon-to-be homeowner, Toni
Woodyard, and her mother
(partner) families.
work together during the build.
Habitat houses are sold
Partner families are required to
to partner families at no
contribute 400-500 sweat equity
hours towards their new home.
profit and financed with
affordable loans. The
homeowners’ monthly mortgage payments are used to
build still more Habitat houses.
This build was especially memorable for many HTH
members, who also volunteered their time to help onsite as part of the Women Build effort. The home was
completed in 12 volunteer days and was dedicated on
September 27, 2008.
Hancock County Center
for Safe and Healthy Children
Hancock County Center for Safe and Healthy Children, a local child advocacy center, received a grant of
$23,742 to purchase video and audio recording equipment for two interview rooms.
The Center’s mission is to minimize the trauma experienced by child abuse victims by providing a childfriendly facility where local authorities and agencies
convene to investigate, treat, prosecute, and prevent
child abuse cases. It replaces the inadequate system
of the past where children were interviewed multiple
times, agencies conducted independent investigations,
and no local medical exam was available for victims.
The old system often served to re-victimize the children it was trying to protect.
One of the key services the Center provides is recorded
interviews. In addition to providing evidence for court,
it minimizes the number of times a child has to tell his
or her story. The new audio and video recording equipment allows the Center to capture everything that
happens in the interview room. The new video equipment can pivot and zoom to view all areas of the room.
Enhanced audio capabilities eliminate background
noise and allow everyone in the room to be recorded,
even the softest of voices.
In 2008, the Center saw 138 children and their families (135 Sexual Abuse, 14 Physical Abuse, 6 Neglect, 4
Emotional Maltreatment, and 1 Medical Neglect.)
Camp Fire USA
of Northwest Ohio
Camp Fire USA of Northwest Ohio received an HTH
grant of $3,400 to support their Summer of Science
(SOS) day camp program. This eight-week program
targeted children from Findlay Commons apartments,
a low-income housing community.
Realizing that so much information is lost during
the summer months when children are not in school,
Camp Fire sought to help retain and build on what the
children already knew. Two staff members and two
volunteers led the four day per week program, which
focused on science and reading. Children were able to
creatively explore the scientific world through handson learning and field trips—opportunities they likely
wouldn’t have had otherwise.
The 33 children participated in a number of sciencerelated activities:
•
Collected ants for an ant farm.
•
Learned about frogs and their life cycle, and
set up a frog pond habitat.
•
Learned about the strength of soybeans.
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Learned about the solar system.
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Conducted pop bottle experiments.
•
Made sidewalk chalk, tie-dye t-shirts, and ice
cream.
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Took field trips to COSI, the Toledo Zoo, the
Neil Armstrong Air and Space Museum, and
Grand Lake St. Marys State Park.
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HANDBAGS THAT HELP
Habitat For Humanity
THE FAMILY CENTER
Goals of The Family Center
1. To serve those in need with dignity.
2. To create a synergy among agencies in providing services that will change lives.
3. To improve the infrastructure of nonprofit agencies.
4. To increase community awareness that there are low-income families in Findlay who need help becoming financially stable.
Stability
THE FAMILY CENTTER
Many nonprofits are often relegated to whatever
space is available, not what space will best further
their mission. This may mean operating in lowquality, overcrowded, outdated facilities that may be
inaccessible to clients who have limited transportation or physical abilities. The Family Center is a
beautiful, well-located, and handicapped accessible
building that has provided its tenant agencies with
a positive and productive work environment from
which to serve their clients.
Affordability
Increasingly high rent costs make it difficult for
nonprofits to maintain adequate facilities to house
their staff and provide their services. The Family
Center offers affordable opportunities for local nonprofit agencies.
Location and Visibility
The Family Center, established by The Community
Foundation in 2006, is a multi-tenant nonprofit
center located at 1800 North Blanchard Street in
Findlay. Multi-tenant nonprofit centers are buildings
that house multiple nonprofit organizations and
provide healthy, efficient, quality, mission-enhancing
workspace. Our facility is one of only a few hundred
similar facilities nationwide.
The Family Center is owned, managed, and maintained by Hancock Properties Foundation, Inc., a
supporting organization of The Community Foundation. For a list of the Hancock Properties Foundation Board of Directors please see page 55.
Nonprofits are not always located in places that
are easily accessible for clientele. In Findlay, our
agencies were scattered from one end of town to
another. People needing services often didn’t know
where to go to get help—or they needed help from
more than one agency. The Family Center building
is well-located, making it easier for people to find
the help they need. The Family Center also provides
the visibility needed for our community to recognize
the important role the nonprofits play in making
our community a better place to live.
By enhancing program delivery space, an amazing
synergy has been created. Prior to creation of The
Family Center, many of our tenant agencies were
unfamiliar with what services other agencies offered. Now, they are able to work together as partner
agencies to best assist local people in need. It’s not
uncommon to see one agency staffer walking clients
down the hall to another agency to find additional
help with their situation. We are blessed to have
many professionals and leaders in the nonprofit
sector who are talented, caring and well-prepared to
improve the lives of our citizens.
Continuing Financial Support
The total cost for The Family Center purchase and
renovation was $6 million. Continued financial support is needed to pay for and maintain the facility
and enable local agencies to operate in their clients’
best interests. To make a gift to support The Family
Center please contact The Community Foundation
office.
The Family Center Agencies
Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter
Associated Charities
● Cancer Patient Services
● Caughman Health Center, a subsidiary of Blanchard Valley Health Association
● C.H.O.P.I.N. Hall
● Dental Center of Northwest Ohio
● Girl Scouts of Western Ohio, Appleseed Ridge
● Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County
● Hancock Christian Clearing House
● Hancock County Center for Safe and Healthy Children
● Hancock Metropolitan Housing Authority
● Hope House for the Homeless
● Legal Aid of Western Ohio
● Lupus Foundation of America, Inc., NW Ohio Chapter
● WIC (Women, Infants, Children)
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Family Center agencies and their clients enjoy the beautiful
facilities and office space. Pictured above is the waiting room at
Hancock County Center for Safe & Healthy Children.
THE FAMILY CENTTER
Nonprofit Collaboration
Working Toward The Future
As a result of the success we’ve already seen with
this facility, opportunities to improve and expand
the facilities located at 1800 North Blanchard Street
are being examined. A major remodel will be completed in 2009, allowing for a significant expansion
of Caughman Health Center. Hancock Properties
Foundation leadership is working with local government and several other nonprofit agencies to
continue to develop The Family Center property into
a “campus of caring” for our community. v
Hope House volunteers, Kay Hoane and Deb Mihalik, completed
a beautiful mural on the walls of the Hope House Shelter’s
playroom. The shelter and its basement playroom were damaged
in the August 2007 flood. Because Hope House’s administrative
offices are located at The Family Center (a modern, updated facility unaffected by flooding), they were able to concentrate 100%
of their efforts on repairing and improving the shelter, a direct
benefit to the clients they serve.
Each year local dentists volunteer their time to assist the Dental
Center staff with “Give Kids a Smile” day, a single day when
services are provided at no cost. During the rest of the year, the
Dental Center staff provides routine dental care to low-income
children and adults. To be eligible for services, individuals must
be at or below 300% of the federal poverty level or receiving
health benefits from Medicaid or a Medicaid HMO. In addition
to dental treatment, the Dental Center staff educates its patients
about the importance of routine professional dental care and
good oral hygiene habits.
NEW FUNDS
The following funds were established at The Community Foundation in 2008.
Their philanthropic purposes are as diverse as the people they honor, but all
share the common goal of supporting our community.
Arlington School Foundation: Harold
“Doc” Castor Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established in memory of
longtime football coach, Harold “Doc” Castor, for a
graduating senior from Arlington High School.
Doc, whose name has become synonymous with Arlington
football, was the head coach at Arlington from 1933-1962.
In the 26 seasons he coached (he was in the service for
Harold “Doc” Castor
three years), Doc never had a losing season, compiling an
1906 - 1995
amazing record of 175-32-12. From 1945-1951, his teams
went 45 games without a defeat. In 1985, Doc was inducted into the Hancock
Sports Hall of Fame as part of the inaugural class.
Castor received his AB degree from Findlay College, his BS from Kent State,
and also did graduate work at the University of Michigan. He was a history and
social studies teacher at Arlington until 1966.
Arlington School Foundation: John
and Millie Rower Music Scholarship
NEW FUNDS
This scholarship fund was established by John
and Millie’s children, grandchildren, and great
grandchildren as a gift on Millie’s 85th Birthday.
In giving this scholarship, the family wishes to
acknowledge the gift of great parenting and their
shared love of music. It will support a graduating
senior from Arlington who will pursue a degree
in music.
John and Millie Rower were members of the
Arlington community for many years, with
John Rower 1919 - 1985
John serving on the Arlington School Board
of Education. John and Millie both loved music, and John was active in a
barbershop quartet and chorus. John worked for Ashland Oil Company as a
John and Millie Rower
boiler operator and eventually became plant supervisor. Millie worked for H&R
Block. Their five children, Nancy Rower McMinn, Marv Rower, Dennis Rower,
Cheryl Rower Reissig, and Cindy Rower Lee all graduated from Arlington High
School.
Arlington School Foundation: Cathie L. Solt Memorial
Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established by Michael and Mabel
Yung-I Wu Solt to honor Michael’s sister. Cathie was the
daughter of Dr. John and Dorcas (Beach) Solt, and sister to John
Jr., Michael, and Thomas. Cathie was dedicated to her family
and especially loved her many great nieces and nephews.
A 1961 graduate of Arlington High School, Cathie attended
Ohio State University for two years and graduated from Ohio Northern
University in 1965 with a degree in Political Science. She was a member of
the Arlington United Methodist Church, co-founder of Starlite Cosmetic
Company (Shreveport, Lousiana), and a retired Realtor and antique dealer. This
scholarship is for an Arlington High School senior.
Randy Baker Girls Basketball Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established by Randy Baker to assist
girls basketball players at Arcadia High School, where he has
coached for the past 26 years.
Randy has coached girls basketball at Arcadia since 1983, and
is considered one of the top coaches in the region. Over the
years, Randy has coached many successful teams at Arcadia,
including the 1989 team which advanced to the Final Four state tournament.
The team was honored in 2004 when they were inducted into the Hancock
Sports Hall of Fame. He was honored in 2001 for his many years of outstanding
service and dedication to the Arcadia Athletic Program when he was inducted
into the Arcadia Athletic Hall of Fame.
This scholarship fund, established by the Findlay Country Club as part of its
100th anniversary celebration, is for a Findlay High School senior athlete who
demonstrates perseverance and determination in overcoming significant
adversity in his or her life.
Peg Kirk Bell began playing golf at the Findlay Country Club
following her graduation from high school in 1939. Her golf
game developed rapidly under the direction of long-time
club pro Leonard Schmutte. She soon won the Findlay
Country Club Ladies’ Club Championship four straight
times, won the Ohio Women’s Amateur Championship
three times, and established herself as one of the
outstanding female golfers in the country. She won the
1949 Titleholder Tournament, became a charter member
Peg Kirk Bell
of the LPGA, and often piloted her own airplane to golf
tournaments around the country. She
was honored by the PGA of America in
2007 when she was named the First Lady
of Golf. She has become a legendary golf
instructor through her pioneer work
in teaching the game to thousands of
golfers of all ages.
Warren “Bullet” Bell was also a Findlay
native. He was an outstanding football
and basketball player at Findlay High
School, graduating in the class of 1940.
He attended Southern Methodist
University on a basketball scholarship,
but left school to serve in the Army
during World War II. Following the war,
Warren “Bullet” and Peg Kirk Bell
he played professional basketball for the
Warren Bell 1922 - 1984
Fort Wayne Zollner Pistons. In 1953, he
and Peg moved to Southern Pines, North Carolina and purchased Pine Needles
Resort. At the time, the resort consisted of a classic Donald Ross golf course in
need of repair and an old Army barracks which served as the lodge. Through
years of perseverance and tireless efforts, Bullet and Peg developed Pine Needles
into one of the country’s leading golf resorts. Never forgetting their roots, the
Bells were great ambassadors for their hometown and for the Findlay Country
Club.
Excellence in Mathematics Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established by an anonymous
donor to benefit a math student in the senior class at Cory
Rawson High School. The scholarship is awarded to the top
student as determined by a mathematical formula based on
GPA and ACT scores.
Greenway Conservancy Fund
This fund was established by Findlay residents, Bert and Marlene Rayl, to
encourage and support environmental conservation education.
Dr. Clifford L. Hite Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established by family and friends to benefit a Findlay
High School vocal or instrumental music student who will pursue a degree in
one of those fields.
Dr. Clifford L. Hite’s career at Findlay High School
spanned 34 years, from 1943 to 1977. He served as
coordinator of music and conductor for the Findlay
Senior High School concert and marching bands
and the symphony orchestra. During the tenure of
Dr. Hite, the band was hailed as one of the nation’s
finest.
Dr. Hite’s interest in music began at an early age. His
father was an amateur violinist and in his youth he
served as “organ pumper” at the United Brethren
Dr. Clifford L. Hite
Church of Dennison, where the family attended
1916 - 2004
services regularly. The first words Hite spoke were
in a song, and he began his first formal musical studies with Dominic Greco. He
began playing in bands, and at the age of 14 became the youngest member of
the Dover Concert Band.
Dr. Hite graduated from Dennison High School in Tuscarawas County and from
Ohio State University where he received Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts
degrees. He also received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Findlay,
and had attended the University of Michigan. He was an Army Air Corps
veteran who served during World War II.
In 1943, he became Supervisor of Instrumental Music in the Findlay City
Schools, and became director of the First E.U.B. Church choir. In the 1950s, he
organized and became the conductor of the Findlay Civic Symphony Orchestra.
NEW FUNDS
Warren “Bullet” and Peg Kirk Bell Scholarship
Miriam S. Rader McComb Public Library Fund
This agency endowment fund was made possible
by a gift from Dave Rader and Susan Kinn, the
children of Miriam S. Rader, former director and
lifelong supporter of the McComb Public Library.
Her dedication to the library and the community
was tremendous and this fund stands as a fitting
tribute to her 44 years of service.
Miriam was a 1936 graduate of McComb High
School, and a 1937 graduate of the Tri-State
Business School in Toledo. She worked for Ohio
Oil (now Marathon) in Findlay, and Ford Motor
Miriam S. Rader
Company and the Homeowners Loan Company in
1918-2008
Detroit, Michigan. Miriam began her career at the
library in 1959 and was named director in 1965. She retired from that position
in 1986, but continued to work at the library as a part-time evening circulation
clerk until 2003. Miriam’s knack for finding missing items was unsurpassed and
her huge heart and laughter made her a joy to work with. In 2003, she officially
retired at the age of 85.
Miriam was a member of the McComb United Methodist Church and served
on various committees of the church over the years. She was a member of
the McComb American Legion Auxiliary, the McComb Query Club, the New
Beginnings Retirement Group in Findlay, and the Ohio Library Association.
Old Mill Stream Foundation Fund
This agency endowment fund was established by the
Old Mill Stream Foundation, to perpetuate the activities
and to sustain the Hancock County Fairgrounds. This
fund serves to support this mission in perpetuity,
predominantly for the benefit of Junior Fair activities in
Hancock County.
NEW FUNDS
Thomas E. Moore Perpetual College Award
Thomas E. Moore 1943 - 2009
Tom grew up in Findlay, attending Lincoln Elementary, Donnell Junior High
and Findlay High School. He was the Vice President of multiple financial
institutions and retired in 2003 from Morgan Stanley. Tom established this
scholarship to benefit Findlay students because of his fond memories of a great
community.
Read For Life Fund
This agency endowment fund was established by Read For Life, an adult
literacy program which provides reading
instruction through trained volunteers.
The nonprofit organization provides
tutors and materials to adult residents of
Hancock County to help them learn to read
and expand their literacy and other related
skills. The organization was established
in 1987 and was initially funded by the
Findlay Service League. This endowment will serve as a long-term funding
source for the organization.
Winebrenner Theological Seminary Fund
This agency endowment fund
was established by Winebrenner
Theological Seminary to support
its work in perpetuity.
Winebrenner Theological
Seminary was established in 1942 as a graduate school of theology of Findlay
College (now the University of Findlay). In 1961, Winebrenner received its
charter from the State of Ohio, and became an independent, degree-granting
institution. Winebrenner Theological Seminary serves God’s mission of
reconciliation in changing the world by preparing servants of the Lord Jesus
Christ to lead the Church.
The Community Foundation is honored to carry out the charitable interests of our donors. We are deeply
grateful to the hundreds of individuals who have established more than 260 funds and to the thousands of
individuals who have contributed to them. Together, we are making a difference.
The following lists describe the funds donors have established at The Community Foundation.* Many are
endowments - permanent capital that will support local charitable institutions and their good works forever.
You will notice that some funds are very flexible and can be used to address the ever-changing needs of our
community, while other funds are very specific in their purpose. What all of these funds have in common is
that they were established by people who wanted to support their community.
Unrestricted Funds
Meeting ever-changing community needs.
Because you set no restrictions on the use of your gift, it
enables our experienced program staff and board of trustees
to do what they do best—assess community needs and respond by awarding grants to the nonprofit organizations that
undertake our community’s most critical work. Unrestricted
funds help The Community Foundation to support long-term
solutions; respond quickly to emergencies; and meet changing social, cultural, educational, or environmental needs in
our local community.
Florence G. Collins Fund
Established 1995
A testamentary gift from the Florence G. Collins estate established this fund. Florence was a member of First Christian
Church and was instrumental in bringing Girl Scouts to
Findlay.
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Fund
Established 1993
Cooper Tire has a long tradition of being a responsible corporate citizen in our community. Many current and former Cooper employees are involved with The Community Foundation
as board members, committee members, and donors.
Gertrude O. Anderson Fund 2
Established 1995
In addition to the designated funds Gertrude established for
First Presbyterian Church and Hope House, this unrestricted
fund supports our community’s changing needs.
George Countryman Fund
Established 2003
A 45-year Marathon Oil Company employee, George left this
generous gift to our community as part of his estate.
Bank One Fund
Established 1993
Bank One established this fund as part of its strong tradition
of community giving. This is a tradition which goes back to
its predecessor companies, Diamond Savings & Loan and
Hancock Savings & Loan.
Richard and Barbara Deerhake Fund
Established 1993
Dick, a retired orthopaedic surgeon, and Barbara, the first
local program officer of the L. Dale Dorney Fund and first
president of The Community Foundation, have supported the
community in many leadership positions. Volunteerism and
philanthropy have long been Deerhake family priorities.
Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Barchent, Jr. Fund
Established 1995
Strong supporters of scouting, the Hancock County Fair, and
other local organizations, Dick and Shirley established this
unrestricted fund to give back to their community.
L. Dale Dorney Fund
Established 1976; Revised 1999
L. Dale Dorney is our community’s father of philanthropy.
Through his will in 1976, he established the Dorney Fund,
Mary Ann Emerine Fund
Established 2005
Mary Anne Speiser Emerine established this fund with a gift
from her Charitable Remainder Trust to support charitable
organizations in Hancock County.
Fifth Third Bank Fund
Established 1994
Fifth Third Bank established this fund in the philanthropic
tradition of Findlay’s founding fathers, to be a good corporate
citizen in order to create a strong community.
Findlay Industries, Inc. Fund
Established 1993
This fund was established by the founder of Findlay Industries, Inc., Philip D. Gardner, to support our community.
G. Richard and Beverly Fisher Fund
Established 1995
Beverly Fisher established this fund as a means of “putting
her roots down” in the community that became her home
after many years of traveling for Dick’s job with Marathon.
She also established a scholarship in Dick’s honor at the
Foundation.
Philip D. Gardner Fund
Established 1993
Mr. Gardner, founder of Findlay Industries, Inc. and local philanthropist, established this fund to support the start-up of
The Community Foundation. He also served on the steering
committee that established the Foundation.
Ivan and Dorothy Gorr Fund
Established 1993
Ivan, former Chairman and CEO of Cooper Tire & Rubber
Company, and Dorothy, an active community member and
mother to their five children, established this fund to support
their community. Ivan served on the steering committee that
helped establish The Community Foundation and has served
on the Foundation’s Finance & Investment Committee.
* Donors who wish for their funds to remain anonymous are
not listed in the “Funds of the Foundation” section.
FUNDS OF THE FOUNDATION
a trust of the Cleveland Foundation. In 1992, The FindlayHancock County Community Foundation was established to
complement and work cooperatively with the Dorney Fund.
In 1999, when the Foundation became independent from the
Cleveland Foundation, the Dorney Fund assets designated for
Hancock County were returned to our community.
Hancor, Inc. Fund
Established 1993
Hancor, founded in 1887 in Findlay, is committed to supporting communities in which it operates in order to provide
services for its valued workforce.
Intersil Corporation Fund
Established 2002
Intersil Corporation established this fund to support our
community.
George H. and Helen K. Koepke Charitable Remainder
Unitrust
Established 1996
George and Helen moved to Findlay in 1985 at the invitation
of their daughters and sons-in-law, Susan and David Healy,
and Sandra and Lloyd Bunting. They admired the charitable
objectives of The Community Foundation and are dedicated
supporters of our community.
Marjorie Kuhlman Fund
Established 2002
A member of East Foulke Avenue Church of God where she
was a Sunday school teacher and pianist, Marjorie left this
unrestricted gift as part of her estate.
Gertrude A. Lee Fund
Established 2007
In her last will and testament, Gertrude Lee left an unrestricted gift to The Community Foundation. Gertrude’s interests
included supporting health care and women’s issues.
Howard and Carolyn Marvin Fund
Established 2000
Longtime members of First Presbyterian Church, Howard and
Carolyn left this estate gift to their community. Howard was
a 40-year Marathon Oil employee and a deacon, elder, trustee,
and financial secretary for the church.
Norman and Jane Nicholson Fund
Established 1993
The Nicholson family moved to Findlay in 1960 where Norm
worked for Marathon Oil until his retirement in 1986. He
was co-chairman of the steering committee that established
The Community Foundation and has served on the board of
directors since 1996. As a board member, Norm has served as
Chairman and Vice Chairman. Jane volunteered at the hospital for 25 years and was instrumental in starting programs
that enabled elderly residents to stay in their homes.
The Ohio Bank Fund
Established 1993
Reinvestment in the community where you live and work was
the philosophy of Peter Hosler, founder of The Ohio Bank.
Even though The Ohio Bank is no longer in operation, having
merged with Sky Bank and later Huntington, this fund continues to support our community.
OHM Corporation Fund
Established 1993
This fund was established by CEO and President of OHM,
James Kirk. Although OHM is no longer headquartered in
Findlay, the fund serves as a permanent legacy and continues
to support our community.
Pfeiffer Family Fund
Established 1995
The Pfeiffer family moved to Findlay in 1957 when Sterling
began working for McDonald & Company Securities. Active
community members, Sterling and Meredith established this
charitable lead trust to increase the unrestricted assets of The
Community Foundation.
The Schaefer Fund
Established 2001
John H. “Jack” Schaefer originally established this fund as a
donor-advised fund to support his charitable interests. Upon
his death, the fund converted to unrestricted dollars to be
distributed at the discretion of The Community Foundation’s
board of trustees.
Madeleine Thomas Schneider Fund
Established 2005
Born and raised in Findlay, Madeleine’s family had deep roots
in the community. This fund was established through a gift
from her estate to benefit Hancock County. It is the largest
single gift that has been made to The Community Foundation, and when received in 2005, it nearly doubled the assets
of the Foundation.
Schoonmaker Family Fund
Established 1998
The Schoonmaker Family Charitable Lead Trust will support
unrestricted grantmaking.
Donald V. and Mary (Pat) Sink Fund
Established 2006
To honor their lifelong family and business roots in Findlay
and Hancock County, Don and Pat established this charitable
gift annuity fund at The Community Foundation.
Robert L. and Dortha W. Stober Fund
Established 1998
A native of Hancock County, Dortha Wilch Stober believed
that giving to the community was important. Hard-working
people, she and her husband, Bob, were owners of Stober’s
Rubber Stamp Company from 1959-1994.
Jack and Midge Thomas Fund
Established 1997
Jack and Midge Thomas are Findlay natives and owned
Thomas Jewelers located in downtown Findlay. They established this charitable remainder trust because they felt most
fortunate to have grown up and lived in Findlay, and wanted
to help ensure a positive future for the community.
Tell and Opal Thompson Fund
Established 2006
This fund was established through a gift from the estate of
Opal Thompson to support Hancock County.
Unrestricted Fund
Established 1993
This fund supports the community needs of Findlay and
Hancock County as determined by The Community Foundation board of trustees.
Deborah Ruth Wall Fund
Established 1993
Jim and Pat Wall established this fund in memory of their
daughter, Debbie, with the proceeds of her estate. A generous and caring young woman, they are confident she would
approve of this gift to The Community Foundation for the
benefit of the community.
Whirlpool Foundation Fund
Established 1993
Whirlpool Corporation established this unrestricted fund
to support the community and their employees who benefit
from The Community Foundation’s grantmaking. Whirlpool’s
Findlay plant is the largest dishwasher manufacturing facility
in the world.
Connecting personal values to high-impact opportunities.
Field of interest funds allow you to target your gift to address
needs in the area of your choice—arts, health, education, aging, at-risk youth, etc. Our board awards grants to community
organizations and programs that are making a difference in
the area you select. Your gift stays flexible enough to meet
community needs in your interest area—even as needs
change over time.
John C. and Jane C. Barbieri Fund
Established 1999
To celebrate the new millenium, John and Jane Barbieri
established this fund to support educational projects and programs in our community.
Field of Interest Fund for Education
Established 1993
This fund supports education in our community through the
gifts of multiple donors.
The Findlay Publishing Company Fund
Established 1993
The Findlay Publishing Company established this fund to
support structured educational programs that benefit the
community.
Beverly Fisher Community Fund
Established 2007
Beverly established this fund for the improvement of the
Greater Hancock County area, and to aid the future development of a community arts center in downtown Findlay.
M. Margaret Foster Women and Children’s Fund
Established 2005
This fund, established with a gift from the M. Margaret Foster
estate, supports projects and programs of Hancock County
agencies that address the issues of women and children in
need or who may be homeless because of domestic separation
or domestic violence.
Established 2001
The Hancock Education Fund represents a community partnership between the Findlay Rotary Club, Findlay Rotary Club
Golden Apple Teachers, and The Community Foundation.
The purpose of the fund is to promote classroom learning by
providing teachers with resources that encourage learning.
HancockREADS Endowment Fund
Established 2001
The goal of HancockREADS, an initiative of The Community
Foundation, is to promote literacy by developing a countywide literacy philosophy and implementing literacy programs.
Handbags That Help Fund
Established 2007
This fund supports the grantmaking of the Handbags That
Help women’s giving circle. Funds are raised annually through
membership donations, creating a pool of dollars which are
distributed to local nonprofit organizations based upon grant
recommendations voted on by the members.
J. William Hollington Fund
Established 1997
Mary Masters Hollington established this fund in the name
of her son, Bill Hollington, to support programs for diabetic
children residing in Hancock County.
M. Margaret Foster Education Fund
Established 2005
estate, supports projects and programs that improve the quality of classroom education and stimulate student learning.
Richard and Lynn McCord Fund
Established 1993
Dick and Lynn established this fund to support medical needs
in the community.
M. Margaret Foster Health Fund
Established 2005
estate, supports health-related causes concerned with heart
disease, cancer, lupus, and arthritis.
William J. Moore Fund
Established 2006
This fund, established by his four daughters, supports recreational activities for youth in Hancock County with a specific
interest in hunting and fishing.
National Lime & Stone Company Fund
Established 1993
National Lime & Stone Company established this fund to
provide funding for educational programs in our community.
Tom and Esther Orndorff Fund
Established 1995
Esther Orndorff established this fund to support educational
programs in the Hancock County Schools with emphasis on
the Hancock Education Fund.
G. (Bud) and Valerie Poole Fund
Established 1994
Natives of Hancock County and graduates of Van Buren High
School, Bud and Valerie Poole established this fund to support the educational needs of our community.
Anna Van Gorder Fund
Established 2002
Anna Van Gorder left this gift as part of her estate to provide
for the care, comfort, and pleasure of elderly persons of Hancock County.
Barton and Josephine Wilson Fund for Education
Established 2001
This fund was established by Josephine Wilson to support the
educational needs of our community.
Youth in Philanthropy Grants Fund/ECLIPSe
Established 2001
This fund supports the grantmaking of ECLIPSe, a Hancock
County youth grantmaking council which trains future civic
leaders in philanthropy.
Field of Interest
Agency Funds
Endowing your nonprofit organization
Nonprofit organizations place their endowments with The
Community Foundation as a way to protect and grow their
funds for their organization’s future. As these endowments
grow, they become an increasingly valuable source of support
for the programs and services these agencies provide to our
community. The following nonprofit organizations have
established endowments at The Community Foundation.
The Arlington Local School District Capital Improvement Fund
Established 2006
This fund was established by the Arlington School Foundation to provide a means for donors to support land and
building acquisitions and capital improvements for Arlington
Local Schools.
The Arlington Local School District Educational Excellence Fund
Established 2006
This fund was established by the Arlington School Foundation to support the enhancement of the classroom experience
and improve the effectiveness of the curriculum for Arlington
Local Schools.
Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center Fund
Established 2002
This fund was established by library founder, Nina Parker,
to support the agency’s educational programs, services, and
capital improvements in its efforts to build harmony and
understanding.
Blanchard Valley Center Endowment Fund
Established 2006
This fund provides general support for Blanchard Valley
Center, which serves Hancock County children and adults
with disabilities.
Boy Scouts / Local Council Fund
Established 2006
This fund supports the efforts of the Black Swamp Area
Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
Camp Berry Boy Scout Fund
Established 2005
This fund was established to maintain, sustain, and improve
the facilities at Camp Berry for generations of scouts.
Camp Fire USA of Northwest Ohio Fund
Established 2005
The Friends of Camp Fire USA of Northwest Ohio established
this fund to support youth programs and projects of Camp
Fire.
Camp Glen Scholarship Fund
Established 2005
The Friends of Camp Fire USA of Northwest Ohio established
this fund to support a scholarship program to send area youth
to Camp Glen for resident or day camp.
Cancer Patient Services Endowment Fund
Established 2003
This fund supports the agency as it works to assist cancer
patients and their families by providing them with physical,
emotional, and financial assistance as well as educational
resources.
Century Health Family Service Fund
Established 2000
This fund supports the agency’s services as a mental health
and substance abuse outpatient clinic and its programming
which directly impacts the mental well-being of individuals
and families.
City Mission of Findlay, Ohio Capital Fund
Established 2001
This fund supports the agency’s land and building acquisitions and capital improvements. City Mission serves the physical and spiritual needs of both local and transient persons by
providing shelter, food, and rest in emergency situations.
The Community Improvement Fund
Established 2006
Established by the City of Findlay, this fund supports community improvements, including the creation of a downtown
park and other projects within the community.
Barbara Deerhake Fund
Established 2003
Established by the The Community Foundation Board of
Trustees to recognize Barbara’s years of service as program
officer of the L. Dale Dorney Fund and president of The
Community Foundation, this endowed fund supports the
operational costs of the Foundation.
Family Resource Centers Fund
Established 2004
This fund supports Family Resource Centers and its programs
which provide specialized behavioral health services to individuals, children, and families to strengthen family life and
promote personal growth.
Findlay Art League Fund for Visual Arts
Established 2005
This fund supports visual arts in Hancock County through the
promotion of local artists, community education, and gallery
shows.
Findlay Enrichment Program Inc. Fund
Established 2006
This fund was established by the parent group to support and
encourage educational enrichment programs for children
in Findlay City Schools, as well as broaden the number of
services offered and students served.
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
Administrative Endowment Fund
Established 1999
The Community Foundation Board of Trustees established
this fund to support its annual operating costs. The board
strives to maintain low administrative fees while still being
able to support the growth of the Foundation.
Findlay Hope House for the Homeless Fund
Established 2000
This fund supports Hope House, a transitional residence
facility for homeless women and children. Hope House was
founded in 1990 by Sister Karen Elliott with a grant from the
L. Dale Dorney Fund.
Findlay-Hancock County Public Library Fund
Established 2002
This fund supports the programs, projects, and capital purchases of the library.
Founding Fathers Lecture Series of the Hancock Historical Museum Fund
Established 2000
This fund was established by the Museum Foundation to
support the lecture series and in honor of the five founding
fathers of the Museum Association: Harold Corbin, Jack Harrington, Ed Heminger, Joe Opperman, and Jim Brucklacher.
Mazza Enthusiasts Endowment Fund
Established 2000
This fund was established by volunteers and supporters of the
Mazza Collection to foster artistic excellence in children’s literature through general support of the museum and support
of the Medallion Program.
United Way of Hancock County Fund
Established 1996
The purpose of this fund, established by the United Way
Foundation, is to support the programs of United Way and
its member agencies, and to support the administrative
expenses of United Way.
Hancock County Agency On Aging Fund
Established 2004
This fund supports programs and services provided by the
Hancock County Agency on Aging, which seeks to enhance
the quality of life of older adults by empowering them to
maintain independence through advocacy, education, support, and fellowship.
McClelland Family Student Art Fund
Established 2004
The McClelland Family established this fund to support the
Findlay Art League and student art exhibits.
The University of Findlay Fund
Established 1999
This fund was established by the university to support
scholarship opportunities for students and general operating
needs.
Hancock County Sheriff - K-9 Unit Fund
This fund supports the Hancock County Sheriff ’s Department’s K-9 Unit, providing funds for purchases, training, and
maintenance. The initial gift to this fund was made by Findlay native and NFL quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger, through
The Giving Back Fund.
Hancock Parks Bicycling Fund
Established 2006
This fund supports construction and maintenance of bicycle
paths and trails in Hancock County. It also supports bicycle
safety classes and bicycle recreation programs as determined
by the Hancock Parks Foundation.
Hancock Parks Endowment Fund
Established 1999
The Hancock Parks Foundation established this fund to support the Hancock Park District and other qualified organizations, exclusively for parks and other recreational activities
within Hancock County.
Humane Society of Hancock County Fund
Established 2006
This fund supports programs, projects, clinics, and capital
improvements as determined by the Humane Society Foundation of Hancock County.
Law Enforcement - K-9 Fund
Established 2006
This fund was established to support the Findlay City Police
Department’s canine officer program, as well as to provide
related equipment and training. The initial gift to this fund
was made by Findlay native and NFL quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger, through The Giving Back Fund.
Established 2008
This fund was established by the Old Mill Stream Foundation,
to perpetuate the activities and to sustain the Hancock
County Fairgrounds. This fund serves to support this mission
in perpetuity, predominantly for the benefit of Junior Fair
activities in Hancock County.
Open Arms Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis
Services Fund
Established 2002
This fund supports the agency and its programs and projects
related to domestic violence and sexual assault.
Owens Community College - Findlay Campus Fund
Established 2006
This fund was established by the Owens Community Foundation to support scholarships and other programs for the
Findlay Campus.
Miriam S. Rader McComb Public Library Fund
Established 2008
This fund was made possible by a gift from Dave Rader and
Susan Kinn, the children of Miriam S. Rader, former director
and lifelong supporter of the library. Her dedication to the
library and the community was tremendous and this fund
stands as a fitting tribute to her 44 years of service.
Read For Life Fund
Established 2008
This agency endowment fund was established by Read
For Life, an adult literacy program which provides reading
instruction through trained volunteers.
Established 2008
This fund was established by Winebrenner Theological
Seminary to support their work in perpetuity.
Designated Funds
Helping sustain and grow local organizations.
A designated fund provides a wonderful way to give back to
one or more specific organizations that have touched your
life. Your gift provides more than just annual funding—your
favorite organization will benefit from The Community
Foundation’s investment stewardship and ability to manage
endowment funds.
Established 1995
This fund, established by Ms. Anderson, will support the First
Presbyterian Church of Findlay for 20 years. After that time, the
funds will convert to unrestricted support for the community.
Established 1998
This fund, established by Ms. Anderson in her estate plan,
supports Hope House for the Homeless for 20 years. After
that time, the funds will convert to unrestricted support for
the community.
Richard N. and Mildred B. Bishop Fund
Established 2005
This fund, established in honor of Richard and Mildred by
their children, supports Hancock Christian Clearing House.
Friends of the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
Fund
Established 1995
This fund supports the Friends of the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library and its programs. It was the first agency
endowment established at The Community Foundation.
James F. and Mary Alys Brucklacher Charitable
Remainder Annuity Trust
Established 1995
The Brucklachers established this trust to share their good
fortune with their home community and with the charitable
organizations they have long supported.
City Mission of Findlay, Ohio Fund
Established 1999
M. Margaret Foster established this fund to support the City
Mission, an emergency shelter for those in need.
Harry F. Cooper Band Trust
Established 1997
This fund, established by a gift from the estate of Harry
Cooper, supports travel expenses of the Findlay High School
band. Historically, this fund has been used to support travel
expenses to bowl games in accordance with his wishes.
Friends of Handbags That Help
Established 2007
This fund supports the administrative costs of the Handbags
That Help women’s giving circle.
Greenway Conservancy Fund
Established 2008
This fund was established by Findlay residents, Bert and Marlene Rayl, to encourage and support environmental conservation education.
Hancock Historical Museum Fund
Established 2000
M. Margaret Foster established this fund to support the maintenance of the Little Red Schoolhouse, the MacArthur Train,
and the Mae Hutson Local History Resource Center.
Macklin Intergenerational Institute Professional
Development/Continuing Education Fund
Established 2005
Gordon Macklin established this fund in memory of his wife,
Marilyn, to support professional development and continuing education training opportunities through the Macklin
Intergenerational Institute.
Marilyn’s Kids of the Macklin Intergenerational Institute Fund
Established 2005
Gordon Macklin established this fund in memory of his wife,
Marilyn, to provide scholarship assistance for intergenerational childcare opportunities for working parents of infants,
toddlers, and preschoolers.
Hancock Youth Leadership Fund
Established 2002
This fund, established through a gift from Intersil Corporation, supports the programs of Hancock Youth Leadership.
Richard J. McCall Boy Scout Camping Fund
Established 2000
This fund was established by Dick’s wife, Betty, and children,
Dianna, Janet, James, and David, to ensure that Boy Scouts
residing in Hancock County have the opportunity to attend
summer camp at Camp Berry or the National Jamboree.
Handbags That Help Endowment Fund
Established 2007
Established by an anonymous donor as a show of support
for Handbags That Help in its inaugural year, this fund is
a permanent endowment fund which supports the annual
grantmaking of the women’s giving circle.
Zach Morgan Memorial Youth Leadership Fund
Established 2007
This fund, established in memory of Zach by his family, supports youth leadership opportunities in Hancock County, in
particular the ECLIPSe program.
Findlay-Hancock County Public Library Fund – Genealogy
Established 2000
M. Margaret Foster established this fund to support the genealogy department of the library.
David S. and Susan M. Healy Fund
Established 2000
Dave and Suzie established this fund to support the administrative costs of The Community Foundation. Retired from
Spencer-Patterson Insurance, Dave currently serves as Chairman of the Foundation’s Board of Trustees.
Marv and Judy Rower Fund for Hancock Christian
Clearing House
Established 2001
Marv and Judy established this fund for Hancock Christian Clearing House to support local individuals in need of
assistance with housing, utilities, medical needs, food, and
transportation.
M. Margaret Foster Fund for Voices for Children/CASA
of Hancock County
Established 2005
A gift from the estate of M. Margaret Foster established this
fund which supports Voices for Children/CASA of Hancock
County.
William H. and Martha E. Lape Fund for Innovative
Initiatives
Established 1997
Martha Lape established this fund to support innovative
initiatives inspired by teachers, staff, and administrators of
Findlay City Schools.
M. Margaret Foster Fund for United Way of Hancock
County
Established 2005
A gift from the estate of M. Margaret Foster established this
fund which supports agencies of the United Way of Hancock
County.
Patricia M. and John M. Luther Fund
Established 2003
Believing that intergenerational experiences enrich the lives
of both the very young and older citizens, John and Patty
established this fund to benefit Macklin Intergenerational
Institute.
The Family Center Fund
Established 2005
This fund supports The Family Center, a multi-tenant nonprofit facility.
Findlay Area Arts Fund
Established 2003
This fund supports the operational costs of The Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County, which provides, encourages,
and promotes quality arts presentations, educational opportunities, and entertainment.
Secor Fund
Established 1997
This fund was established through a gift from the estate of
Dorothy (Sikorski) Secor, to honor her husband, Steve, and
as her personal legacy. It supports Project N.O.W. (New Opportunities for Work), a program of Millstream Career and
Technology Center.
Senior Citizens Building Fund
Established 2007
This fund was established by an anonymous donor through a
Charitable IRA Rollover in support of future efforts to build a
new senior citizens center.
Tell Thompson YMCA Fund
Established 2006
This fund, established with a gift from the estate of Opal
Thompson to honor her husband, supports the general operations of the Findlay Family YMCA.
Tell and Opal Thompson Blanchard Valley Health
Foundation Fund
Established 2006
Thompson, is designated for the Blanchard Valley Health
Foundation and supports operating expenses of the
Blanchard Valley Health System.
Tell and Opal Thompson Findlay-Hancock County
Public Library Fund
Established 2006
Thompson, supports the Findlay-Hancock County Public
Library.
Tell and Opal Thompson Lutheran Church Fund
Established 2006
Thompson, supports various Lutheran charities.
Tell, Opal, and Richard Thompson Blanchard Valley
Center Fund
Established 2006
Thompson, supports the care, repair, and maintenance of
residential facilities at Blanchard Valley Center.
United Way of Hancock County Administrative Endowment Fund
Established 2002
The fund, established with an initial gift from Intersil
Corporation, supports the United Way of Hancock County’s
administrative needs.
Walter L. Weber Fund
Established 2004
This fund, established by Norma L. Weber in memory of her
husband, Walter, and his parents, Fred and Kathryn Weber, is
designated for the perpetual care of grounds and landscaping
at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Barton and Josephine Wilson Fund for Mazza Collection
Established 2001
This fund was established by Josephine Wilson to support the
administrative costs of the Mazza Collection.
Grant and Emily Young Fund
Established 2000
Emily Settle Young established this fund in memory of her
husband, Grant, to publicly acknowledge the many benefits
he received from YMCA programs when he was young. The
fund supports membership and activity fees for underprivileged children in Findlay and Hancock County.
Youth in Philanthropy Endowment Fund/ECLIPSe
Established 2001
This fund was started with a grant from the Community,
Higher Education, and School Partnership (CHESP) to help
develop a Hancock County youth grantmaking council to
train future civic leaders in philanthropy. This program has
since evolved into our Emerging Community Leaders Investing in Philanthropic Service (ECLIPSe) program.
Program Sponsorship Funds
When warranted, we may choose to provide fiscal and
program sponsorship for charitable projects that further the
mission of The Community Foundation. Program services
include the provision of nonprofit status to the project (thus
making contributions tax-deductible), acknowledging and
managing contributions, and the authorization and payment
of grants and expenses from the fund. The primary beneficiaries of program sponsor services are typically new charities
without an IRS determination letter and community groups
planning a specific short-term project that is clearly charitable in nature.
Northwest Ohio Flood Mitigation Partnership
Established 2007
This fund supports the efforts of the public-private partnership to expedite the design and development of a long-range
flood mitigation plan to alleviate flooding throughout the
Blanchard River Watershed.
Supporting Organizations
High impact, high involvement, low hassle.
A supporting organization is an excellent alternative to a
private foundation. You select some of the board members
and support the causes you care about most, while enjoying
the favorable tax treatment, immediate startup, and ease of
administration associated with working through The Community Foundation.
Hancock Properties Foundation
Established 2005
This supporting organization was established to oversee the
renovation, development, and administration of The Family
Center, a multi-tenant nonprofit center.
Frank A. & Annett Hollington Guglielmi Family Fund
Established 2000
This supporting organization was established by the
Guglielmi’s to teach their children about philanthropy and to
continue the family’s tradition of giving to their community.
Donor-Advised Funds
A personal approach to giving.
Donor-advised funds are convenient, flexible tools for individuals, families, businesses, or groups that want to be personally
involved in suggesting grant awards made possible by their
gifts. If you have a range of community interests, you may
find that a donor-advised fund is an ideal vehicle for fulfilling
your charitable wishes.
Craig and Mary Lou Anderson Family Foundation Fund
Established 2006
Craig and Mary Lou established this fund to give back to their
community, where they have been involved for more than 30
years.
Arlington School Foundation Advised Fund
Established 2006
This fund supports the administrative costs of the Arlington
School Foundation as it works to raise funds for Arlington
Schools.
Arlington School Foundation: Sara Wagner Gast
Memorial Fund
Established 2007
This fund, established in memory of Sara by her family,
Tell Thompson University of Findlay Fund
Established 2006
Thompson to honor her husband, supports general operations of the University of Findlay.
supports the band, cheerleading, and extra-curricular
programs at Arlington Local Schools.
Frank R. and Mary Jane Cosiano Fund
Established 2005
This fund was created to support the family’s charitable
interests.
Allan H. Davis Fund
Established 2004
Findlay native, Judge Allan Davis, established this fund to support his charitable giving. He has been a strong supporter of
The Community Foundation from the very beginning, serving
as chairman for the original Dorney Fund (1978-1997) and currently as a member of the Finance & Investment Committee.
Thomas B. Donnell Fund
Established 1993
A philanthropist with deep family roots in the community,
Tom Donnell established the very first donor-advised fund
at The Community Foundation to support his charitable
interests. Tom was co-chairman of the steering committee
that established the Foundation and currently serves on the
Finance & Investment Committee.
Findlay Rotary Foundation Forward Fund
Established 2001
The goal of this fund is to make a substantial and lasting
contribution to the local community through the support
of worthy causes and projects as determined by the Findlay
Rotary Foundation.
First Fruits Christian Fund
Established 2005
This fund was established to initiate, support, and promote
Christian charitable endeavors.
Kidd Foundation Fund
Established 2005
This fund was established by M. John Kidd, III, to support
charitable causes.
Kneeskern Family Fund
Established 1997
This fund was established to support the family’s charitable
interests in Tiffin and Seneca County.
Marilyn and Gordon Macklin Intergenerational
Institute Fund
Established 2003
This fund, established by a gift from the estate of Gordon
Macklin, supports the Macklin Intergenerational Institute
and its programs, improving the lives of all ages through
multi-age programming, care, community relationships, and
creative communication.
Andy and Mary Ellen Peters Family Fund
Established 2004
interests.
J. Alec and Sandra M. Reinhardt Family Fund
Established 1999
Alec and Sandy established this fund to contribute to the
progress of “people helping people” for future generations.
A retired Cooper Tire executive, Alec currently serves on the
Foundation’s Board of Trustees.
Ralph Russo Family Fund
Established 2003
interests. A local attorney, Ralph currently serves on the
Foundation’s Board of Trustees.
C. P. and Evelyn J. Weaver Fund
Established 1999
Lifelong residents of Hancock County, C.P. and Evelyn established this fund to give back to their community.
Charles J. Younger Fund
Established 1996
Chuck established this fund to support his charitable interests and give back to the community. A former executive vice
president at Continental Cablevision, he serves on the Board
of Trustees for the Foundation including serving as Chairman
from 2004-2007.
Mariann Dana Younger Fund
Established 1996
Mariann established this fund with a special interest in organizations dealing with children and the public good.
Scholarship Funds
Investing in deserving students may be the best
investment you ever make.
Jeremy Shock Memorial Fund
Established 2007
This fund, established by the Shock Family with the assistance of Fresh Encounter, Inc. to honor Lance Corporal
Jeremy Shock USMC, will benefit the City of Green Springs
Parks & Recreation Department.
By creating a scholarship, you invest in your community’s
future and show students you care. The Community Foundation provides the expertise in administering the application
process and awards scholarships to deserving students. You
can create a scholarship as a memorial to someone special,
selecting eligibility criteria that exemplify that person’s goals
and values. Or, you may use it to express your own educational values—or those of your family or business. Our program
staff tracks performance to ensure students continue to meet
the terms for scholarship support.
Elaine and Gene Stevens Family Foundation
Established 2005
Elaine and Gene Stevens, local business owners since 1980,
established this fund to give back to the community and to
ensure that charitable giving will continue to be part of the
Stevens family tradition.
Neil Acharya Memorial Tennis Scholarship
Established 2006
Established by the family in memory of Neil, a 2002 Findlay
High School graduate, this scholarship is for a Findlay High
School student who participates in tennis and is active in
school and community activities.
Jane J. and Raymond J. Tille, M.D. Fund
Established 1995
Jane and Raymond established this fund to support women’s
health issues in Hancock County focusing on routine and preventative medical services and education for women in need.
Herb S. Aldrich Memorial Scholarship
Established 2004
This scholarship, established in memory of Herb by his family,
is for a student athlete from McComb High School.
Arlington School Foundation: John and Millie Rower
Music Scholarship
Established 2008
This scholarship fund was established by John and Millie’s
children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren as a gift on
Millie’s 85th Birthday. It supports a graduating senior from
Arlington who will pursue a degree in music.
Arlington School Foundation: W.S. (Sherman) and
Wanda Alge Family Scholarship
Established 2002
This scholarship, established in honor of Sherman and Wanda
by their family, is for an Arlington High School senior who
participated in sports.
Arlington School Foundation: Cathie L. Solt Memorial
Scholarship
Established 2008
This scholarship fund, established by Michael and Mabel
Yung-I Wu Solt to honor Michael’s sister, is for an Arlington
High School senior.
Arlington School Foundation: Arlington Local School
District Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by the Arlington School Foundation, is for a graduating senior from Arlington High School.
Automotive Alumni Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship is for an outstanding Millstream Career and
Technology Center graduating senior who plans to attend a
two-year or four-year post-secondary automotive school.
Arlington School Foundation: Harold “Doc” Castor
Memorial Scholarship
Established 2008
This scholarship fund was established in memory of longtime
football coach, Harold “Doc” Castor, for a graduating senior
from Arlington High School.
Established 2008
This scholarship fund was established by long-time coach,
Randy Baker, to assist girls basketball players at Arcadia High
School in pursuing a college education.
Arlington School Foundation: Dally Family Scholarship
Established 2007
This scholarship was established by Marie M. Dally and the
Dally Family to support college tuition costs for students
graduating from Arlington High School.
Albert J. Ball Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by Ruth Ball in memory of her
husband, is for a Hancock County graduating senior who will
pursue a business degree.
Arlington School Foundation: Keith and Sheila Jolliff
Family Scholarship
Established 2007
This scholarship was established by Keith and Sheila for a
graduating senior from Arlington High School who plans to
obtain a degree in Business Administration or Procurement.
Warren “Bullet” and Peg Kirk Bell Scholarship
Established 2008
This scholarship fund, established by the Findlay Country
Club as part of their 100th anniversary celebration, is for
a Findlay High School senior athlete who demonstrates
perseverance and determination in overcoming significant
adversity in his or her life.
Arlington School Foundation: Robert and Helen
McClelland Farm Child Scholarship
Established 2003
This scholarship, established by their children, grandchildren,
and great-grandchildren, is for a graduating senior from
Arlington High School who was raised on an operating farm
in Hancock County.
Daniel R. Bennett Scholarship
Established 1998
Daniel Bennett, the former owner of Bennett Brothers Furniture Store in McComb, left a trust to establish a scholarship
program for McComb High School. This scholarship is for
graduating seniors who demonstrates enthusiasm for learning and good citizenship.
Marie D. Berry Educational Scholarship Fund
Established 1999
This renewable scholarship program, established by a gift
from the Marie Dodge Berry estate, awards scholarships to
deserving students and provides them with financial assistance to further their post-secondary education. This scholarship is for a graduate of any Hancock County high school. The
Community Foundation administers this Key Bank trust.
Ben Breece Scholarship
Established 2001
This scholarship was established by Ben’s wife, Midge, daughter, Lynne, and son, Bernie, for a graduate of Ottawa-Glandorf
High School or graduate of Millstream Career and Technology
Center who resides in the Ottawa-Glandorf school district.
The family especially wishes to identify a dedicated student
with entrepreneurial aspirations.
Joseph R. and Westelle L. Browne Performing Arts
Scholarship
Established 1996
Joe and Wes established this scholarship for a Findlay High
School graduating senior who will pursue a major or minor
degree in vocal or instrumental music.
April Rodeheffer Burbach Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by April’s family in her memory,
supports a soccer player at Findlay High School.
Lora Wiest Burgderfer Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship, established by Lora in her trust, is for a
Findlay High School graduating senior who demonstrates
enthusiasm for learning.
Kylene Bycynski Memorial Scholarship
Established 1999
This scholarship was established by Sheldon and Elizabeth
Bycynski and their daughter, Loresa, in memory of their
daughter and sister. It is for a Findlay High School graduating
senior who has matured during his or her high school career
and has made great strides to get their life on track.
Kathy Carty Memorial Writing Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship, established by family and friends, is for a
Findlay High School graduating senior who will pursue a
major in English, writing, or literature.
Eva Kate Cowen Anderson Scholarship
Established 2000
Craig and Mary Lou Anderson and Jerry and Paula Anderson
established this fund in memory of their mother. This scholarship is for a Randolph Central High School (NY) graduating
senior who is committed to caregiving and wishes to pursue
post-secondary education in nursing.
Ruth E. and Kenneth C. Casteel Scholarship
Established 2006
Kenny established this fund, in honor of his wife, for the valedictorian of Vanlue High School.
A Chance to Dance Scholarship
Established 2007
The scholarship fund, established by Judy Reading, provides
gifted ballet students with financial assistance to further
their dance education.
Charles Construction Services Inc. Scholarship in
Memory of Howard Boyce
Established 2004
This scholarship, established by Charles Construction in
memory of Howard Boyce, is for a graduating high school
senior from a Hancock County high school or Carey High
School who will pursue education or employment in the
construction field.
James L. Child, Jr. Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship, established in memory of James by the Child
family, is for a Findlay High School graduating senior who will
pursue a degree in engineering.
Charles Robert Clapper Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship, established in honor of this Findlay High
School teacher, provides financial assistance to a graduating
senior pursuing a post-secondary education.
Floyd J. and Alice K. Curran Scholarship
Established 2002
This renewable scholarship, established by Floyd and Alice,
is for a high school graduate from a state-chartered school or
private school located in Hancock County. Special consideration is given to students from Arcadia High School.
Irma Maxheimer Dana Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by Mariann Dana Younger in
memory of her mother, is for a Mt. Pulaski High School (IL)
graduating senior who has participated in music, art, or
drama while in high school.
Richard E. (Dick) Daugherty Scholarship
Established 2004
This scholarship, established by The Findlay Publishing
Company with the Findlay Rotary Club, is for a Findlay High
School graduating senior who will pursue a major in the arts,
including graphic design, music, dance, theatre, broadcasting,
or speech.
Allen P. and Ruth A. Dudley Music Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship, established by family and friends in memory
of Allen and Ruth, is for a Findlay High School graduating
senior who plans to major or minor in music.
David Egbert Memorial Scholarship
Established 2000
This scholarship, established by family and friends in memory
of this local sports writer, is for a Findlay High School graduating senior who has earned a varsity letter in baseball or softball while maintaining a strong academic record.
The Esfandiary-Palte Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by Jim and Mahrokh (Esfandiary) Palte, is for an Ottawa-Glandorf High School graduating
senior. Priority is given to students who are the first in their
family to pursue post-secondary education.
Excellence in Mathematics Scholarship
Established 2008
This scholarship fund was established by an anonymous
donor to benefit a math student in the senior class at Cory
Rawson High School. The scholarship is awarded to the top
student as determined by a mathematical formula based on
GPA and ACT scores.
Jennifer L. Fell Memorial Art Scholarship
Established 2004
This scholarship, established by the staff of Findlay High
School, is for a graduating senior from Findlay High School
who has taken at least two years of Visual Arts courses in
high school and will study and pursue a career in the arts.
Findlay Area Golf Association Scholarship
Established 2007
This scholarship, established by FAGA, is for a graduating
senior of a Hancock County high school who has satisfied the
requirements to qualify for the FAGA Championship two of
the last three years.
Findlay Branch of the AAUW Scholarship
Established 1999
This scholarship, established by M. Margaret Foster, is for a
female who resides in Hancock County, is currently employed,
and wishes to pursue a degree that will improve their profession, income, or standard of life.
Findlay/Hancock County Bar Association Scholarship
Established 2004
This scholarship provides financial support to a graduating
senior who resides in Hancock County and wishes to pursue a
course of pre-law or paralegal studies.
Findlay High School Alumni Scholarship
Established 1998
The Findlay High School Alumni Association supports this
fund with an annual fundraiser each fall. This scholarship
is for a Findlay High School graduating senior who shows
enthusiasm for learning.
Findlay High School Class of 1956 Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by the Class of 1956 at their 50year class reunion, is for a Findlay High School graduate who
wishes to pursue a degree in education.
Findlay Rotary Club Scholarship
Established 2001
This scholarship is for a Hancock County graduating senior
who demonstrates involvement in school and community
activities.
Richard Fisher Athletic Scholarship
Established 2000
This renewable scholarship, established by Beverly Fisher in
memory of her husband, is for a Findlay High School graduating senior who has participated in athletics.
M. Margaret Foster Scholarship
Established 1999
This scholarship, established by M. Margaret Foster, is for a
graduate of a Hancock County high school who will pursue a
degree in English or in a related field such as written or oral
communications, foreign language, or creative writing.
William Clark Foster Scholarship
Established 1999
This scholarship, established by M. Margaret Foster in honor
of her brother, is for a graduate of a Hancock County high
Mandy Friar Memorial Scholarship
Established 2005
This scholarship, established by Mandy’s family, is for a
graduating senior from Findlay High School who demonstrates school and community participation.
Terry Frost Scholarship
Established 2004
This scholarship, established by Karen Frost in memory of
her husband, is for a Findlay High School graduating senior
involved in school, church, and community activities who
will pursue a degree in education with a major in foreign
languages.
Jean C. Graham Women’s Scholarship
Established 1997
Jean established this fund to provide assistance that will open
doors and provide opportunity for young women in Hancock
County. This renewable scholarship is for a female graduating
from a Hancock County high school who has demonstrated
hard work, good citizenship, dependability, and character.
Judith A. Griffin Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship, established by the family, is for a Findlay
High School graduating senior who shows great potential and
plans to attend a college, technical school, or a specialized
school.
Tennyson Guyer Speech Award
Established 1997
This scholarship was established by Mrs. Edith Mae Guyer in
memory of her husband, U.S. Congressman Tennyson Guyer.
Born and raised in Findlay, Guyer was a member of the Ohio
State Senate from 1959 to 1972, and served in the U.S. House
of Representatives from 1973 until his death in 1981. The
scholarship is for a Findlay High School graduating senior
who excels in speech.
Wilbur E. Hall, Sr. Scholarship
Established 1997
Wilbur E. Hall, Sr., established this scholarship for a Findlay
High School graduating senior who is an outstanding member of the Thespian Society and has participated in a Findlay
High School theater production.
Beth Bradley Heck Memorial Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by Jim Heck in memory of
his wife, is for a female graduate of a Hancock County high
school who demonstrates good citizenship and leadership in
her school and community. The Findlay Rotary Club serves as
the selection committee.
W. Kenneth and Ruth S. Helvie Scholarship
Established 2005
This scholarship, established through a bequest by the
Helvies, is for a graduate of a Hancock County high school
who has demonstrated good citizenship and attendance and
wishes to pursue a post-secondary education.
Historic Preservation Guild Memorial Scholarship
Established 2005
This scholarship, established by the Historic Preservation
Guild in memory of Charles L. Ebersole, recognizes the accomplishments of graduates of Hancock County schools who
will be entering at least their junior year in college studying
Historic Preservation, Architecture, or History Education.
Dr. Clifford L. Hite Memorial Scholarship
Established 2008
This scholarship fund was established by family and friends to
honor Dr. Clifford L. Hite. Hite served as coordinator of music
and conductor for the Findlay Senior High School concert
and marching bands and the symphony orchestra from 1943
to 1977. It will benefit a Findlay High School student who will
pursue a degree in vocal or instrumental music.
John W. Hollington Scholarship
Established 2001
This scholarship, established by Mary Hollington, is for an
individual who lives in Hancock County and is a graduate of
a Hancock County high school. It is for a high school senior
entering his or her first year of college or an older student
who will be returning to college after an absence. The Findlay
Rotary Club serves as the selection committee.
Huston Financial Services Scholarship
Established 1999
This scholarship, established by Dennis Huston, is for a Findlay High School graduating senior who will pursue a degree in
business or finance, and has participated in a varsity sport at
Findlay High School for at least one year.
Intersil Science and Engineering Scholarship
Established 2002
This scholarship, dedicated to future engineers of our community, is for a graduating senior from a Hancock County
high school who plans to pursue an engineering degree.
Earl E. Irons Scholarship
Established 2001
This scholarship, established by family and friends, is dedicated to a Findlay High School graduating senior who has an
outstanding record of extracurricular activities. The Findlay
Rotary Club serves as the selection committee.
William H. Jackson Scholarship
Established 2000
This scholarship, established by Barbara Muzy and family in
memory of her brother, is for a Findlay High School graduating senior who will pursue instrumental music education.
Ron Jenkins Memorial Scholarship
Established 2000
This scholarship, established by Shirley Jenkins, is for a
Findlay High School graduating senior who attended Donnell
Middle School for a least one full school year and earned a letter in at least one sport during his or her attendance there.
Kyle Johnson Information Technology Scholarship
Established 2004
This scholarship, established by Mike and Ann Johnson
in memory of their son, is for a graduating senior from
Millstream Career and Technology Center who resides in
Hancock County, has been enrolled in the Information Technology Program at Millstream, and plans to continue their
studies in that field.
Kyle Dean Johnson Super Techie Award
Established 2004
This scholarship, established by Mike and Ann Johnson in
memory of their son, is for a Findlay High School graduating
senior who has provided technical assistance and participated in at least four theatrical performances during their
FHS career.
April Sue Jones Memorial Scholarship
Established 2007
This scholarship, established by Sue Jones Decker in memory
of her daughter, is for a female graduating senior from Cory
Rawson High School who has lettered in two of the following
sports: basketball, volleyball, outdoor track, or softball.
school planning to pursue a pre-law degree, or a college
graduate who will begin his or her first year of law school.
Bradley Joseph Memorial Scholarship for Medical
Missions
Established 2007
This fund was established in memory of Brad by his family,
co-workers, and friends. The scholarship supports Northwest
Ohio pharmacy students who wish to participate, as Brad did,
in medical mission trips as part of the West Ohio Conference
Medical Mission Team to Nuevo Progresso, Mexico.
Elizabeth Mae Kobeszka Memorial Scholarship
Established 2007
The scholarship fund, established by Vickie Kobeszka in
memory of her daughter, is for a graduating senior of Liberty
Benton High School who demonstrates a positive attitude, is
ready and willing to go above and beyond, and is involved in
his or her community or church.
Vance Kramer III Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship, established by Vance Kramer II and family
in memory of Vance, is for a graduating Findlay High School
senior who has excelled in art, drama, or music.
Derek T. Krueger Memorial Scholarship
Established 2007
This scholarship was established by Derek’s family with funds
raised by the Liberty Benton Golf Team at their annual golf
outing. It is for a graduating senior of Liberty Benton High
School who was a member of the golf team and lettered for at
least one year.
William H. and Virginia W. Kuck Church and Community Award
Established 2001
This scholarship, established by Sherry Biederman in honor of
her parents, is for a graduating senior from a Hancock County
high school. It honors a student who has been a role model
for their peers and has set an example for volunteerism and
commitment to their church and community.
Sheila Lewis Memorial Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship, established by Findlay High School faculty
members and friends, is for a graduating Findlay High School
senior who has excelled in social studies and wishes to pursue
a major in social studies, pre-law, economics, psychology,
political science, or international relations.
Bill Lobb Girls Basketball Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by coach Bill Lobb, is for a
female at Findlay High School who has participated in basketball for at least two years and lettered during her senior year.
David Lodge Golf Scholarship
Established 2004
This scholarship, established by Marjorie Lodge in memory
of her husband, is for a graduating senior from Findlay High
School who has played golf for no less than two years and who
will enroll in a math or science curriculum in college.
Kyle P. Luginbuhl Memorial Scholarship
Established 2004
The scholarship, established by Philip and Deb Luginbuhl in
memory of their son, is available to students or graduates of
Bluffton High School or any rural high school (Allen, Hancock, Hardin or Putnam County) wanting to participate in
international student study programs through their college,
or as part of the Rotary International Exchange program.
Benjamin R. L. Lunn Merit Scholarship
Established 1998
Larry and Sondra Lunn and their sons, Andrew and Nick,
established this fund in memory of their son and brother. This
scholarship is for a Findlay High School graduate who has
participated and lettered in a sport at Findlay High School
(preferably football or track).
Punk and Martha Mains Memorial Scholarship
Established 1998
L. H. “Punk” Mains established this fund in memory of his
wife, Martha. This scholarship is for a Findlay High School
graduating senior who is a well-rounded student.
M. Andrew May Scholarship
Established 1999
This fund was established in memory of Andy by his parents,
Mark May and Elizabeth Wood, and his sister, Katelyn. This
scholarship is for a Findlay High School graduating senior
who wishes to pursue a major in writing, political science,
government, or any field of social studies.
The Erica Miller Culinary Arts Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by Bryan and Karen Miller in
memory of their daughter, is for a graduating senior from a
Hancock County high school who is enrolled in the culinary
arts program at Millstream Career and Technology Center
and plans to pursue additional training in culinary arts.
Glendora Mills Scholarship Loan Fund
Established 1999
This fund was created in 1958 by Glendora and Bertha Mills,
both teachers at Donnell and Findlay High School, as a loan
program for students. In 1999, administration of this fund
was transferred to The Community Foundation, and at such
a time as all loans are paid in full, this fund will operate as a
standard scholarship.
Thomas E. Moore Perpetual College Award
Established 2008
Thomas E. Moore attended Lincoln Elementary, Donnell
Junior High, and Findlay High School. He established this
scholarship to benefit a Findlay High School senior because of
his fond memories of this community.
Zach Morgan Memorial Scholarship
Established 2007
This scholarship, established by Dana and Kathy Morgan
in memory of their son, is for a Liberty Benton High School
graduating senior who has participated in one or more
varsity sports while in high school, is a member of National
Honor Society, and who demonstrates vision, insightfulness,
thoughtfulness, and compassion.
Needler Family Scholarship
Established 2002
This scholarship, established by the Needler Family, is for
Fresh Encounter, Inc. employees and family members who are
planning to attend college majoring in agriculture, agribusiness, food service management, business, wholesale or retail
business, or the independent grocer business.
John Noble Hockey Scholarship
Established 2000
This renewable scholarship, established by family and friends,
is for a graduating Findlay High School senior who played
hockey, received a varsity athletic letter, demonstrates leadership ability, and has good moral character.
Mike and Pat Oxley Scholarship
Established 2002
This scholarship was established by Mike and Pat for a
graduating senior from Findlay High School who has made a
significant contribution to his or her school and participates
in extra-curricular activities.
Brad S. Reddick Memorial Scholarship
Established 2004
This fund, established by Brad’s classmates from the Findlay
High School Class of 1976, is for a graduate of Findlay High
School.
Roger Renz Memorial Scholarship
Established 2000
Findlay High School graduating senior who displays dedication to basketball and demonstrates an intense and unselfish
style of play on the court.
E. D. Bud and Jean Retter Scholarship
Established 1998
This scholarship, established by Jean Ellis Retter in memory
of her husband, is for a Findlay High School graduating senior
who will pursue a major in math or science.
John Edward Seman Memorial Scholarship
Established 2005
This scholarship, established by David and Lisabeth Seman in
memory of their son, is for a graduating Findlay High School
senior who plans to major in civil, mechanical, electrical, or
chemical engineering.
Robert A. Shamp Scholarship
Established 2007
The scholarship fund, established by Marilyn Shamp and
Lynn Shamp Otley in memory of their husband and father,
is for a graduating senior at Findlay High School pursuing
a degree in education. Robert Shamp served as principal at
Findlay High School from 1979-1993 and helped establish
many of the scholarships that serve FHS students today.
T. R. Shoaff Dance Scholarship
Established 2004
Edward and Judy Reading established this scholarship to
honor T. R. Shoaff, Judy’s father, who served as past president
of the Fort Wayne Ballet and as a board member for the Fort
Wayne Civic Theatre, Fort Wayne Art School, and Fort Wayne
Art Museum. The scholarship assists gifted ballet or dance
students with classes, summer study programs, and purchase
of pointe shoes.
Dr. Thomas Richard and Wendene Wilson Shoupe Post
Grad Scholarship
Established 1995
Wendene Shoupe established this fund in memory of her
husband, a long-time Findlay physician who valued education
and life-long learning. In 2008, their daughters requested that
Wendene’s name be added to the fund in honor of her 90th
birthday. This scholarship provides financial assistance to
deserving students who wish to pursue graduate or professional studies.
Bill Slack Memorial Scholarship
Established 2003
This fund, established by the family to honor this long-time
Findlay High School sports announcer, is for a Findlay High
School senior.
Zachary Smith Newspaper Carrier Scholarship
Established 2005
The Findlay Publishing Company established this scholarship in memory of Zachary, a Courier newspaper carrier. This
scholarship provides college assistance for Courier newspaper
carriers who wish to pursue higher education.
Loren Steiner Auto Shop Memorial Scholarship
Established 1997
This fund was established by Ina Mae Steiner in memory of
her husband, a teacher of Automotive Trades in the Trade and
Industrial Department at Findlay City Schools. This scholarship is awarded each year to an outstanding graduating senior
from Millstream Career and Technology Center.
Glen and Mary Stover Agriculture Scholarship
Established 1999
This fund was established by the family in memory of this
businessman, farmer, athlete, scholar, WWII fighter pilot, and
coach. This scholarship is for a graduate of a Hancock County
high school who wishes to pursue an education in an agriculture-related profession.
Stacy Stover Memorial Scholarship
Established 2005
Family members established this scholarship in memory
of this young woman who touched the lives of many, giving
unselfishly of her time and energy to help others. This scholarship is for a graduating senior from Patrick Henry High
School or a Hancock County high school pursuing a degree in
education who is active in their church and community.
John P. Stozich Memorial Scholarship
Established 2004
This fund is in memory of John, who served his community as
an athletic coach, state representative, and Mayor of Findlay.
John also served on The Community Foundation Board of
Trustees. This scholarship is for one male and one female
athlete graduating from Findlay High School who has played
sports for at least two years.
Joyce Swisher Memorial Scholarship
Established 1997
Findlay High School graduating senior who elects to further
his or her education. Students with special needs are given
preference.
Turkey Bowl Memorial Scholarship
Established 2006
This fund was established by ten members of the Findlay
High School Class of 1972 who have played football every
Thanksgiving morning since 1970. The members of the
class include: John Arnold, Jeff Bixler, Ken Brooks, Frank A.
Cosiano, Cliff Hite, Tim Leichty, Chuck Rogers, Rich Steiner,
Dale Swiger, and Dick Tesnow. The scholarship is for Findlay
High School graduates who have participated and lettered in
a sport during their senior year.
Mary Jo Urshalitz Music Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established through a gift from her estate,
is for a graduating senior from a Hancock County high school
who will pursue a degree in instrumental or vocal music.
Mary Jo Urshalitz Nursing Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established through a gift from her estate,
is for a graduating senior from a Hancock County high school
who will pursue a degree in nursing.
Mary Ellen Poff Memorial Scholarship
Established 1997
Findlay High School graduating senior who will pursue a major in some area of social studies including, but not limited to,
pre-law, economics, psychology, political science, or international business.
The Leo Vielhaber Scholarship in Partnership with the
Hancock County Society for the Handicapped
Established 2005
This fund was established by the Hancock County Society
for the Handicapped and named in honor of Leo Vielhaber,
who was instrumental in the development of the Society. It
supports a graduate of a Hancock County high school who
is pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in speech,
occupational, or physical therapy, with the goal of working
with children.
Lester L. Werntz Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship was established by Mariann Dana Younger
in honor of Lester L. Werntz, a teacher who had great influence on Mariann and encouraged her love for educating and
mentoring children. This scholarship is for a Mt. Pulaski
High School (IL) graduating senior who participated in the
band or music program.
Nathan C. Wilson Trade and Industrial Technology
Established 2002
This fund was established in memory of Nate, an instructor at
Millstream Career and Technology Center who is remembered
for his ability to motivate students by establishing a positive
classroom atmosphere. This scholarship is for a graduate
of Millstream who will pursue a course of study which may
include construction, welding, automotive, engineering, or
cosmetology.
Leo and Virginia Woodward Memorial Scholarship
Established 2001
Members of the Woodward family established this scholarship, in memory of their parents, for a graduate of Van Buren
High School who will major in agriculture, agribusiness, or
nursing.
George Randolph and Harriet Jacobs Younger
Scholarship
Established 2007
Charles and Mariann Younger established this scholarship in
memory of Charles’ parents. This scholarship is for a North
Clay High School (IL) graduating senior who has participated
in one or more of the following; a varsity sport, the music
program, forensics, student government, and debate
Younger Family Scholarships
Established 2007
Charles and Mariann Younger established these scholarships
to honor each of their four sons. The scholarships are for
Findlay High School seniors who have participated in one
or more of the following; a varsity sport, the music program,
forensics, student government, and debate.
Stephen Dana Younger Scholarship
Scott Charles Younger Scholarship
Paul Randolph Younger Scholarship
Christopher Jon Younger Scholarship
Linda B. Ziegler Scholarship
Established 1994
This fund was established by Linda, Emil, and Brent Ziegler
for a Findlay High School graduating senior who will study at
an accredited college, university, or vocational school. This
scholarship was the first scholarship established at The Community Foundation.
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Mr. James Allen
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Ms. Sharon Aller
Ms. Anna Allison
Mr. Donald and Mrs. Charlotte Altvater
American Postal Workers Union
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Bernita Amsler
Dr. Michael and Mrs. Denise Anders
Anderson Family Irrev Charitable Lead Trust
Mr. Craig and Mrs. Mary Lou Anderson
Mr. David and Mrs. Gretchen Anderson
Mr. Earl Anderson
Mr. Eric and Mrs. Julie Anderson
Mr. Lee and Mrs. Deborah Anderson
Mr. John and Mrs. Pauline Andrews
Ms. Nancy Angers
Apple Seed Fundraising Sale
Arcadia United Methodist Women
Mr. Martin and Mrs. Laureen Arft
Ar-Hale Family Foundation, Inc.
Arlington Academic Alliance
Arlington High School Class of 1958
Arlington Local School
Arlington Pharmacy
Arlington School Bucks
Arlington School Classified Staff
Arlington SSO
Arlington United Methodist
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BKK Management
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Blanchard Valley Health System
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Blanchard Valley Pediatrics, Inc.
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F.M. and C.H. Bremer
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Ms. Mary Ann Breyman
The Bridge Club
Mr. Dale and Mrs. Sue Briggs
Brimley Law Firm LLC
Brinkman Turkey Farms, Inc.
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Susan Brooks
Ms. Wilma Brooks
Mr. Byron and Mrs. Julie Brown
Ms. Donna Brown
Ms. Esther Brown
Mr. Jack and Patricia Brown
Mr. Cliff Browne II
Mr. Clifford Browne
Terry A. Browneller
Dr. Eric and Mrs. Christina Browning
OUR DONORS
OUR DONORS
Mr. Steven and Mrs. Cynthia Bahlman
Mr. Alan Baker
Mr. James Baker
Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Deborah Baker
Mr. Randy Baker
Mr. Albert Ball, Jr.
Mr. Lawrence Ball
Mr. Raymond and Mrs. Bonita Ball
Mrs. Ruth Ball
Mrs. Jane Barbieri
Dr. Joseph and Mrs. Marcia Barkey
Mr. David and Mrs. Marsha Barnhill
Ms. Constance Barron-Smith
Mr. Scott Barthelmas
Mr. Vincent and Mrs. Rose Barto
Dr. Harry and Mrs. Patricia Bash
Ms. Kimberly Bash
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Pamela Basinger
Bernard K. Bauer Co., L.P.A.
Mr. Bruce and Mrs. Nancy Baxter
Mr. Ronald and Mrs. Elizabeth Beach
Mr. David and Mrs. Shelly Beal
Mr. John and Mrs. Pamela Beall
Ms. Terri Bean
Mr. Warren and Mrs. Barbara Bean
Mr. David and Mrs. Carol Bearden
Mr. Garth and Mrs. Lynda Beatty
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Linda Bechstein
Mrs. Delma Beck
Mr. Joshua and Mrs. Erika Beckman
Mr. Brent and Mrs. Judy Beeker
Mr. Robert Behne
Mr. Charles Belcher
Mr. Frank and Mrs. Susan Bell
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Vikki Bell
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Paula Bell
Mr. Scott and Mrs. Linda Beltz
Mr. Brian and Mrs. Dawn Benjamin
Mr. Don and Mrs. Kathleen Bennett
Mr. C. Sam Benson
Mr. Kent and Mrs. Bonnie Benson
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Carol Berger
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Victoria Berger
Mr. Steve Berlekamp
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Rita Bernhardt
Mr. Michael Best and Mrs. Margaret Gordon
Mr. David and Mrs. Jami Bettinger
Ms. Cynthia Beucler
Mr. Dwight and Mrs. Carol Bibler
Mr. Edward and Mrs. Nancy Bickford
Mr. Harry and Mrs. Joyce Biddinger
Mrs. Erma Biehl
Ms. Ruth Bihn
Ms. Helen Bisbee and Ms. Sondra Graham
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Sharon Bishop
Ms. Chris Bishop
Ms. Kathleen Brubaker
Mr. James and Mrs. Mary Brucklacher
Ms. Jane Brunot
Mr. Ricky and Mrs. Marlene Brunswick
Mr. David and Mrs. Lonna Bruskotter
Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Carolyn Bryant
Ms. Deborah Bucher
Mr. Brian and Mrs. Kerri Buck
Mr. Steve Weising and Mrs. Mary Buck
Mr. Steven and Mrs. Darlene Buck
Ms. Cheryl Buckland
OUR DONORS
Precia Stuby, Judge Allan Davis, and
Dr. Dean Wittwer
Buckman Limited
Mr. Rick and Mrs. Danie Budde
Ms. Sally Buis
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Ann Buis
Mr. Carl and Mrs. Adeline Burbach
Mr. Michael Burbach
Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Allyson Burkart
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Janelle Busdeker
Mr. Neil and Mrs. Sharon Bushong
Mr. Ray and Gwen Bushong
Ms. Judith Butler
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Mariann Byrne
C. Richard Kamerer Rev Living Trust
Mr. Ronald Cable
Mr. Dan and Mrs. Missy Caffoe
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Virginia Cairl
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Jennifer Cairns
Ms. Janet Calkins
Mr. Andrew and Mrs. Jessica Cameron
Mr. Doug and Mrs. Kim Cameron
Mr. Earl and Mrs. Ada Campbell
Ms. Sara Campbell
Canal Pharmacy
Cancer Patient Services
Mr. Dan and Mrs. Elizabeth Candler
Cans Incorporated
Mr. Tom and Mrs. Janet Carey
Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Michelle Carnes
Ms. Clair Carty and Ms. Sheryl Pethers
Mr. Dale and Mrs. Sharon Carty
Cascades Dental Group, Inc.
Cascades Urology Center, Inc.
Mr. David and Mrs. Frances Cass
The Catalyst Community Church
Ms. Maude Cattell
Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Laura Cavitt
Central Association of Teachers
Century Health
Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Naomi Chaney
Character Builders Class
Charles Construction Services, Inc.
Dr. Daren and Mrs. Lisa Cheney
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Kay Chesebro
Ms. Susan Chesebro
Chicago Police Marine Corps.
Mrs. Lynn Child
C.H.O.P.I.N. Hall
Mr. Norman and Mrs. Bonnie Lee Chretien
Christ Church United Methodist
Christ Church United Methodist Women
Mr. James and Mrs. Alice Christopher
Dr. William and Mrs. Mary Ann Chubb
Mr. David Chumley
Circle of Praise Church
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Paula Clapper
Mr. William and Mrs. Theresa Clark
Mr. Jason Clevenger and Ms. Laura Schmelzer
Mr. Greg and Mrs. Karen Cline
Clouse Construction
Clyde Young Farmers
Clyde-Findlay Area Credit Union
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Virginia Clymer
Ms. Denice Clyne
Mr. James Coats and Mrs. Kathryn Foote-Coats
Mr. Barry and Mrs. Georgianna Cobb
Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Nora Cochran
Mr. Todd and Mrs. Patricia Coffman
Mr. Michael and Dr. Sharon Cole
Phil Cole Auctioneer
Ms. Cleva Collar
College First Church of God
Mr. K.C. and Mrs. Anni Collette
Mr. Joe and Mrs. Donna Collingwood
Commercial Savings Bank
Mr. John and Mrs. Nancy Compson
Mr. Joshua and Mrs. Amber Congdon
Ms. June Conine
Mr. William and Mrs. Alice Conlisk
Mr. Donovan and Mrs. Leona Conrad
Mr. Shane Cook
Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Lu Anne Cooke
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company
Cooper Tire & Rubber Foundation
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Sonya Coover
Ms. Jennifer Copeland Lewis
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Shirley Copeland
Mr. E. Keith and Mrs. Muriel Corbin
Corporate Research International
Dr. Frank and Mrs. Kim Cosiano
Dr. Frank and Mrs. Mary Jane Cosiano
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Janice Cotten
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Nancy Cottrell
Ms. Lou Ann Cousino
Mr. Mark Cover and Mrs. Laurel Adams-Cover
Mr. Bradley and Mrs. Glenna Cox
Mr. Chandler and Mrs. Connie Cox
Mr. Frederick and Mrs. Kim Cramer
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Betty Cramer
Mr. William and Mrs. Kristen Cramer
Crates Funeral Home
Mr. Fred and Mrs. Kathleen Crates
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Rindy Crates
Mr. Anthony and Mrs. Constance Crawfis
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Eloise Crawfis
Mr. Marvin and Mrs. Deborah Crawford
Mr. J. William and Mrs. Doris Critzer
Mr. Paul Crofts
Mr. Harry and Mrs. Constance Cross
Crow Law Offices, Ltd.
Mr. Kimm and Mrs. Kathy Crow
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Sharon Croy
Mr. Barry and Mrs. Leis Crum
Mr. David Cryer
Mr. Jonathan Cryer
Mr. Brian and Mrs. Kari Cupp
Mr. David and Mrs. Barbara Cytlak
Mr. John and Mrs. Barbara Dahlstrom
Mr. Kevin Dailey
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Peg Dailey
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Sandy Dale
Dancer’s Pointe
Ms. Rebecca Davidson
Hon. Allan Davis
Mr. C. David Davis
Ms. Jane Davis
Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Claire Davis
Mr. Julius and Mrs. Janice Davis
Mr. James and Mrs. Linda Davison
Network DMS
Mr. John and Mrs. Helen Deamicis
Mr. Dan and Mrs. Linda DeArment
Mr. Norman and Mrs. Ruth Decker
Ms. Susan Decker
Mr. Wayne and Mrs. Mary Jane Deeds
Ms. Jessica Deel
Dr. Richard and Mrs. Barbara Deerhake
Mr. John and Mrs. Amy DeMarsh
Mr. James and Mrs. Ann Demler
Ms. Glenna Dennis
Dental Center of Northwest Ohio
Mr. Phillip and Mrs. Lenore Depriest
Derik Edward Utz DDS
Mr. Dale and Mrs. Sally Devene
Ms. Phyllis DeWitt
Donald Dietsch
Mr. Andrew and Mrs. Sherry Diller
Mr. David and Mrs. Jenni Dillon
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Marilyn Dillon
Mr. James and Mrs. Patti Dimling
Mr. Alan and Mrs. Deb Dishong
DJSM Williams Trust
Mr. Gregory Dobrowlski
Ms. Judith Doby
Mr. Bill and Mrs. Mary Ellen Dodds
Donnell Middle School Parents Advisory Council
Mr. Richard Donnell
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Kathleen Donnell
Dr. Jim Doone, Jr. and Dr. Jana Doone
Doranne’s Gifts & Gourmet, Inc.
Dr. Stan and Mrs. Lela Doty
Stan K. Doty, D.D.S.
Mr. Scott and Mrs. Ty Doty
Mr. James Dowen and Ms. Sue Bridgeman
Mr. William and Mrs. Maile Doyle
Drake, Phillips, Kuenzli & Clark
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Ann Drake
Mr. William and Mrs. Mary Lou Drake
Ms. Meredith Dray
DTR Industries, Inc.
Mr. Drew Dukes
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Kathy Dunfee
Ms. Leslie Dunford
Mr. James and Mrs. Barbara Dunn
Mr. Jason and Mrs. Tracy Dunn
Mr. William and Mrs. Joyce Durliat
DWC Properties
Ms. Margaret Dwiggins
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Linda Dyar
Mr. Matthew and Mrs. Melanie Dyer
Mr. James and Mrs. Barbara Dysinger
Isabelle Pratt, Elaine Schoonmaker,
and Suzanne Sackmann
Eleanor Speck, Kathryn Foote-Coates,
and Jim Speck
Mr. F. William and Mrs. Janet Fawley
Mr. Tim and Mrs. Sherri Federici
Mr. Alvin and Mrs. Colene Feller
Mr. Lyle and Mrs. Jane Feller
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Patricia Fellers
Mr. Gerald Fenberg
Mr. Scott Fenimore
Mr. Douglas and Mrs. Cynthia Ferguson
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Susan Fern
Ms. Kathryn Ferner
Mr. Robert and Mrs. June Ferrell
Fifth Third Bank
Fifth Third Bank Foundation
The Final Touch
Findlay Area Golf Association
Findlay Chapter No. 23 Order of the Eastern Star
Findlay City Schools
Findlay Civitan Club
Findlay Evangelical Free Church
Findlay Flag City Arbor 739
Findlay Grace Brethren
The Findlay Hancock County Bar Association
Findlay Hope House for the Homeless, Inc.
Findlay Inn & Conference Center
Findlay Noon Optimist Club
Findlay Optical
The Findlay Publishing Company
Findlay Rotary Club
Findlay Rotary Foundation, Inc.
First Christian Church
First Church of the Nazarene
First Evangelical Lutheran Church
First Presbyterian Church of Findlay
Mrs. Beverly Fisher
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Sharon Fisher
Ms. Irene Fisk
Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Anita Fitzgerald
Mr. William and Mrs. Rita Fitzgerald
Flag City Arbor 739
Flag City Corvettes, Inc.
Mr. Anthony and Mrs. Christine Fleck
Ms. Melinda Fleegle
Fleming Financial Services, Inc.
Mr. John and Mrs. Connie Fleming
Mr. Donald and Mrs. Leah Flory
Mr. John Flowers
Ms. Nancy Flowers
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Beth Flowers
Mr. Edwin Folk
Mr. Don Follas
Mr. Donavon and Mrs. Jane Follas
Mr. Frederick and Mrs. Rita Follas
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Susan Foltz
Mr. Henry and Mrs. Phyllis Ford
Ms. Susan Ford
Fortunaires Club Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Mr. J. Eugene Foster
Mr. Mike Foster, Jr. and Mrs. Midge Foster
M. Margaret Foster Trust
Mr. Austin Fox
Mr. James and Mrs. Kathryn Fox
Dr. Mark and Mrs. Amy Fox
Mr. Robert Fox
Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Karissa Fox
Mr. William and Mrs. Janet Frankart
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Sandra Franks
Ms. Cynthia Frantz
Mr. David and Mrs. Sandra Frantz
Mr. Wayne and Mrs. Karen Frantz
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Mr. William and Mrs. Thelma Freed
Freedom Financial Solutions
Mr. William Freemyer
Fresh Encounter, Inc.
Ms. Louise Frey
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Carol Frey
Friends Business Source
Friends of the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
Mr. Don and Mrs. Donye Frommer
Dr. Joseph and Mrs. Lisa Fulton
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Judith Gaffga
Mr. Ronald and Mrs. G. Marie Gallaher
Ms. Lynda Gallant
Ms. Kathryn Garlock
Mrs. Regina Garner
Gateway Church
Mr. James and Mrs. Rae Leah Gearheart
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Barbara Gebhardt
Mr. James and Mrs. Marsha Geers
Ms. Samantha Gehriking
Ms. Ruby Gehrisch
Mr. Kurt and Mrs. Gloria Geisheimer
Ms. Laura George
Mr. Tim and Mrs. Kristina Gephart
Ms. Emily Geren
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Janet Gerken
Mrs. Barbara Geyer
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Susan Giangiodano
Gibbs Equipment
Ms. Sue Gibson
Mr. Peter and Mrs. Susan Gilgen
Mr. Karl and Mrs. Gertrude Gingrich
Mr. Matthew Ginter
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Terry Glaser
Mr. David and Mrs. Carrie Glass
Glazer’s Wholesale Drug Co., Inc.
Mr. Gregory and Mrs. Amy Glick
Mr. Jack Glick
Mr. Fred Gohlke, Jr. and Mrs. Donna Gohlke
Ms. Amy Gonso
Gonterman Masonary & Concrete
Mr. Donald and Mrs. Geraldine Gonyer
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church of Benton Ridge
Ms. Carolyn Gooding-Kuhlman
Mr. Ivan and Mrs. Dorothy Gorr
Mr. Roger and Mrs. Jane Gossman
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Melissa Grady
Mr. Bradley and Mrs. Sondra Graham
Mrs. Jean C. Graham
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Sandra Gray
Great Scot Supermarkets
Green Springs Business Association
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Denise Green
Mr. Jeffrey and Mrs. Susan Green
Ms. Tricia Green
David Healy and Barbara Deerhake
Mr. Jason and Mrs. Melissa Greenlee
Mr. Christopher and Mrs. Carol Gregory
Ms. Karen Grieser
Mr. William and Mrs. Betty Griffith
Mr. Raye and Mrs. Cindy Grigsby
Mr. Doug and Mrs. Gena Grismore
Mr. Leonard Grohoske, Jr.
Ms. Catherine Grossman
Ms. Leora Grostick
Group Benefit Consultants, Inc.
Mr. Lawrence and Mrs. Patricia Grove
Ms. Tina Groves Pine
Mr. Donald and Mrs. Linda Gruenemeyer
Mr. John Guagenti
Mr. Frank and Mrs. Annett Guglielmi
Mr. Marvin Guhn, Jr. and Mrs. Tracie Guhn
Ms. Tracie Guhn
Mr. Raymond and Mrs. Susan Gunhouse
Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Deborah Guthrie
Mr. Christopher and Mrs. Michelle Gutman
Ms. Margaret Haas
Mr. David and Mrs. Marilyn Hackenberg
Mr. Philip and Mrs. Rebecca Haffenden
Mr. Christopher and Mrs. Judy Hafley
Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Barbara Hahn
Hall Trucking Express, Inc.
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Judy Hall
Dr. Fred and Mrs. Mary Halvorsen
Mr. Doug and Mrs. Linda Hamilton
Mrs. Evelyn Hamilton
Mr. Thomas Hammer and Mrs. Kim Carles-Hammer
Mr. Chris and Mrs. Mary Beth Hammond
Mr. Kent and Mrs. Marilyn Hampton
Hancock County Agency on Aging, Inc.
Hancock County Agricultural Society
Hancock County Auditor
Hancock County Coordinating Council
Hancock County Educational Service Center
Hancock County Farm Bureau
OUR DONORS
Mr. Matt Dysinger
Dr. Nancy Dysinger
Mr. Kurt and Mrs. Jane Anne Ebersole
Mr. John Edel
Eden Enterprises, Inc.
Mr. Michael Edie
Edward Jones
Ms. Myra Egbert
Mr. Nial and Mrs. Marjorie Elder
Mrs. Jean Elsea
Ms. Mary Elsea
Mr. Edwin Englert
Mr. Edward and Mrs. Virginia Erner
Essinger Family Living Trust
Mr. David and Mrs. Karen Eubanks
Ms. Ellen Everhart
Mr. James and Mrs. Karen Ewalt
F & AM Lodge
F.O.R.M.E. Medical & Rehab Center of Findlay
Factory Direct International
Mr. Alan and Mrs. Karen Fadel
Mr. John and Mrs. Janet Fahl
Faith Presbyterian Church
OUR DONORS
Hancock County Medical Society
Hancock County Naturalists
Hancock County Right to Life
Hancock Federal Credit Union
Hancock Metropolitan Housing Authority
Hancock Parks Foundation
Mr. Donald Hanes and Mrs. Marie Louden-Hanes
Mr. Todd Hanes
Mr. Bruce and Mrs. Charlene Hankinson
Ms. Karen Hans
Mr. Hans and Mrs. Debra Hansen
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Sandra Hansen
Ms. Dianne Hanson
Mr. Bruce and Mrs. Pam Hardy
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Eva Harp
Mr. Jeff and Mrs. Celia Harper
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Rhonda Harpst
Mrs. Sara Harrington
Ms. Lydia Harris
Ms. Marsha Harris
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Ruth Harry
Mr. Edward and Mrs. Melynda Hartman
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Sharon Hartman
Mr. Gregory and Mrs. Melanie Harvey
Mr. Roger and Mrs. Susan Haseley
Ms. Cynthia Hatfield
Mrs. Doris Hattendorf
Mr. John and Mrs. Bobbye Haughawout
Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Lisa Haught
Mr. George and Mrs. Barbara Hay
Mr. Jim Hayes
Ms. Martha Hayes
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Megan Haynes
Mr. David and Mrs. Suzi Healy
Heck Rentals
Mrs. Kristin Heck-Sajadi
Mr. James Heintschel II and Mrs. Kathy Heintschel
Mr. James and Mrs. Dana Helfrich
Mr. Edwin Heminger
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Jane Heminger
Lou Mihaly, Tim Brugeman,
and Dick Zunkiewicz
Mr. Karl and Mrs. Anne Heminger
Ms. Agnes Hempfling
Mr. Alvie and Mrs. Sonja Hendrick
Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Sandra Henning
Mr. Cody Henson
Mr. Gregory and Mrs. Karen Herold
Mr. Steven and Mrs. Bonita Herold
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Cheryl Herr
Mr. Donald and Mrs. Patricia Herrit
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Ann Hershey
Ms. Edna Hetrick
Mrs. Janice Hewitt
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Shirley Hewitt
Mr. William and Mrs. Audrey Hicks
Mr. William and Mrs. Nancy Higginbotham
Ms. Kathleen Higgins
Mrs. Helen Hildebrand
Mr. Alan and Mrs. Michelle Hill
Mr. Dale and Mrs. Kay Hill
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Lois Hindall
Mr. James and Mrs. Cynthia Hindall
Mr. Harold and Mrs. Judy Hinkle
Mr. Herbert and Mrs. Betty Hipp
Mr. Carl and Mrs. Dorothy Hippensteel
Ms. Irene Hipsher
Mr. Austin Hissong
Mr. Jeffrey and Mrs. Sandra Hissong
Historic Preservation Guild Hancock County
Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Jacqueline Hitchings
Mr. Cliff and Mrs. Diane Hite
Hoadley Insurance Agency
Ms. Marie Hobbs
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Cathy Hocanson
Mr. James and Mrs. Barbara Hochstettler
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Diane Hogue
Mr. Ron and Mrs. Terrie Hohlfelder
Mr. J. William and Mrs. Susan Hollington
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Patty Hollister
Mr. Dennis Holman
Mr. Craig Holmes
Ms. Jean Holmes
Ms. Lynda Holmes
Mr. Allen and Mrs. Janet Holtzscher
Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Theresa Hooper
Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Shelley Hooper
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Jane Hoover
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Carol Hornick
Mr. Nicholas and Mrs. Brianne Hottinger
Mr. Josh and Mrs. Lisa Houck
Dr. James and Mrs. Mira Houdeshell
Dr. Jesse Houdeshell
Mr. Keith Houdeshell
Mr. Melvin and Mrs. Eleanor Householder
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Mary Ann Hovis
Howard United Methodist Church
Ms. Delores Howell
Ms. Sandra Hrometz
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Sheila Huber
Mr. Gerald and Mrs. Helen Hudson
Mr. Douglas and Dr. Cheryl Huffman
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Betty Huffman
Ms. Peggy Hughes
Humane Society & SPCA of Hancock County
Mrs. Barbara Hummel
Mr. Arnold and Mrs. Barbara Humphreys
Ms. Jean Hunker
Huntington Bank
The Huntington Foundation
Huntington Insurance
Huston Financial Services, Inc.
Mr. Charles Hymes, Sr. and Mrs. Alda Hymes
Imaging Consultants of Findlay, Inc.
Impact Network Solutions, Inc.
Infection Prevention & Treatment Center ,LLC
Mr. Edward and Mrs. JoAnne Ingold
Mr. Edward and Mrs. Marsha Ingold
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Brenda Insley
Clair Insley
Ms. Evelyn Insley
Mr. Tony Iriti
Mrs. Laverne Irons
J. Robert Adams Trust
Mr. Drew Trampe and Ms. Holly Jacobson
Mr. Darol Jameson
Mr. Raymon and Mrs. Mary Jameson
Mr. William Jaqua
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Patricia Jay
Mr. Duane and Mrs. Kathy Jebbett
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Marie Jernigan
Jess Service Center
Mr. Dwayne and Mrs. Jennifer Jett
Jim’s Trophies
Mr. Mark Johannigman
Ms. Darla Johannsen
Mr. Philip and Mrs. Kristen Johnson
Odah H. Johnson
Mrs. Mary Johnston
Mr. Keith and Mrs. Sheila Jolliff
Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Teresa Jones
Ms. Wendy Joseph Carbone
Mr. Kendall Joseph
Mr. Thomas Joseph and Mrs. Carol Dale-Joseph
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Charlotte Judy
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Nancy Junker
Mr. Nicholas and Mrs. Marie Jurosic
Mr. John and Mrs. Mary Kagey
Mr. Lloyd and Mrs. Alice Kagy
Mr. Warren and Mrs. Judy Kahn
Dr. Eugene and Mrs. Nellie Kandel
Eugene C. Kandel Revocable Trust
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Mary Kane
Mr. Roger Kapeluck and Mrs. Virginia Pilstl
Keith DuVernay and Alec Reinhardt
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Kathy Kapostasy
Kappa Alpha Theta Zeta Sigma Chapter
Kappa Espilon Fraternity
Mr. Bruce and Mrs. Courtney Karhoff
Mr. Bryan and Mrs. Ann Karhoff
Ms. Courtney Karhoff
Ms. Jolynn Karhoff
Mr. W.M. Keenan
Mr. Roger and Mrs. Denise Keeran
Mr. Lyle and Mrs. Susan Keller
Mr. David and Mrs. Nancy Kelley
Ms. S. Elizabeth Kelly
Mr. Gene and Mrs. Evelyn Kelsey
Mr. Donovan and Mrs. Ruth Kemerly
Dr. J. Paul Kennedy
Mr. Gregory Kepner
Mr. Carroll and Mrs. Cora Kerr
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Micheline Kerr
Dr. Matthew and Mrs. Nancy Kettinger
Ms. Sharon Kidd
Ms. Andrea King
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Rosalie King
Mr. David King
Ms. Barbara Kirk
Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Diana Kirk
Ms. Kerry Kirk
Mr. William Kirkwood
Ms. Whitney Klear
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Mary Klein
Country Club Acres, Inc.
Mr. John and Mrs. Robin Koehler
Dr. George and Mrs. Helen Koepke
Kohl’s - Kohl’s Cares for Kids
Dr. William and Mrs. Kay Kose
Mr. Ernest and Mrs. Lorna Kramer
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Pam Kramer
Mr. Ted Kramer
Mr. Vance Kramer II
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Rita Kreinbihl
Pam and Ken Lather
Mr. Richard and Mrs. April Lehman
Mr. Tim and Mrs. Charlie Leichty
Ms. Jennie LeJeune
Ms. Heliodora Lengel
Mr. Dick and Mrs. Tracy Leonard
Mr. Christopher Leuthold
Ms. Nancy Lewis-Young
Mr. Allan and Mrs. Suzanne Libbe
Mr. John Libbe
Liberty Baptist Chapel
Liberty Benton Local Schools
Liberty Benton Spanish Club
Liberty Benton Z-Club
Mr. Christopher and Mrs. Margaret Lieske
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Debra Lilley
Lincoln National Life Insurance Group
Mr. Bob and Mrs. Chelsey Link
Mr. Richard Lis
Mr. William and Mrs. Margaret Lobb
Ms. Barbara Lockard
Mr. John and Mrs. Lisa Lockwood
Mr. Roger and Mrs. Ruth Lockwood
Mrs. Marjorie Lodge
Mr. Laurence and Mrs. Patricia Loffman
Dr. Sean and Mrs. Karen Logan
Dr. Sean R. Logan Inc.
Mr. James and Mrs. Margaret Logsdon
Mr. W. Randall and Mrs. Susan Long
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Donna Lora
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Linda Lotz
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Rebecca Love
Mr. Richard Lowery
Mr. Phillip and Mrs. Patty Lucas
Ms. Rosemary Lugabihl
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Sondra Lunn
Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Judith Luth
Mrs. Patricia Luther
Ms. Joyce Luzader
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Peggy Lyon
Mr. Dante and Mrs. Susan Machir
Macklin Intergenerational Institute
Mad Hatter Promotions
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Linda Maik
Main Street News
Mr. James and Mrs. L. Eileen Mains
Mr. John and Mrs. Nadine Mains
Mr. Lawrence and Mrs. Diane Mains
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Donna Mains
Mr. John and Mrs. Denese Malacos
Mr. Scott and Mrs. Margaret Malaney
Dr. Jerry and Mrs. Carol Mallett
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Anne Mallett
Mr. Michael Malone
Marathon Petroleum Company, LLC
Marathon Pipe Line LLC - Adopt a Family Committee
Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Mark, Jr.
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Joanne Marquart
Mr. John Marshall and Ms. Kristi Clark
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Phyllis Martin
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Mary Joan Martter
Mr. Ralph and Mrs. Betty Marvin
Mr. Freeman and Mrs. Suzy Mast
Max’s Dairy Bar
Mr. Daniel May and Ms. Cheryl Cape
Mazza Enthusiasts, University of Findlay
Ms. Maxine Mazza
MC Guns and Sports
Mr. W. P. and Mrs. Judy McMahon
Barbara Sheehan, Carol Mallett,
Dick Sheehan, and Doris Schumacher
Mr. Gerald and Mrs. Phyllis McAdoo
Ms. Elizabeth McBride
Mr. F. D. and Mrs. Joy McCarthy
Mr. Jason and Mrs. Stephanie McClellan
Mr. Alfred and Mrs. Grace McClelland
Mr. Robert McClelland
McComb Church of Christ
McComb First Presbyterian Church Sunshine Class
McComb Public Library
Mr. William and Mrs. Karen McConnell
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Lynn McCord
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Eleanor McCoy
Mrs. Rowena McDougle
Ms. Margaret McDowell
Dr. Robert and Mrs. Gene McEvoy
Mr. James and Mrs. Susan McGonnell
McKenna Construction Company, Inc.
Mr. William and Mrs. Esther McKinney
Mr. Patrick and Mrs. Deborah McKinzie
Ms. Carol McKitrick and Ms. Shirley Tussing
Dr. Jeffrey and Mrs. Tracy McMath
Mr. Ronald and Mrs. Marsha McMillen
Mark and Ruth McPheron Trust
Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Sharyn McPheron
Ms. Joanne McPherson
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Linda McRill
Ms. Patricia McVetty
Dr. Linda Meiring Peck
Mr. Douglas and Mrs. Karen Melin
MEPAC Match Program
Ms. Carlotta Mercer
Mr. Lynn and Mrs. Laura Mercer
Meridian Club
Merrill Lynch
Merrill Lynch & Co. Foundation, Inc.
Mr. Timothy Merritt
Ms. Virginia Messer
Mr. David Metzger
Mr. Russell and Mrs. Lisa Meyer
Mr. Ralph and Mrs. Donneta Middleton
Mr. Don and Mrs. Judy Mieure
Mr. Louis and Mrs. Georgiann Mihaly
Ms. Helen Mikolajewski
Mildred B. Fink Giving Trust
Mr. Larry Miles
Mr. Bill and Mrs. Gail Miller
Mr. Bryan and Mrs. Karen Miller
Dr. Cheryl Miller
Mr. Evan and Mrs. Judy Miller
Mr. James and Mrs. Kathleen Miller
Mr. James N. Miller
Ms. Jan Miller
Mr. John and Mrs. Karen Miller
Mr. Leslie and Mrs. Mary Miller
Mr. Lewis and Mrs. Mary Miller
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Krista Miller
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Linda Miller
Ms. Mildred Miller
Mr. Rex and Mrs. Marilyn Miller
Mr. Roger and Mrs. Ann Miller
Mr. Ronald Miller
Ms. Shirley Miller
Mr. George and Mrs. Pauline Milligan
Mr. Phillip and Mrs. Julie Mills
Millstream Area Credit Union
Millstream Career and Technology Center
Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Jane Minch
Lucinda E. Mires-Peebles
Missy’s Country Market
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Ellen Mohr
Mr. Keith and Mrs. Joyce Mohr
Ms. Sylvia Molina
Ms. Carol Monday
Mr. Carl and Mrs. Rosemary Montalbine
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Sharon Montgomery
Ms. Vicki Moomaw
Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Ann Moore
Mr. Thomas Moore
Mrs. Betty Moorhead
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Mary Moorhead
Mr. Jim and Mrs. Jean Morehart
Morgan Healthcare Consulting
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Betty Morgan
Mr. Dana and Mrs. Kathryn Morgan
Mr. Michael Morgan
August and G.C. Moritz
Mr. Jason Morse
Mr. Patrick and Mrs. Marilyn Morse
Mr. Claire and Mrs. Marlene Mortensen
Mr. Phillip and Mrs. Heather Mosier
Mother Hubbard’s Learning Cupboard
Mr. John Motter
OUR DONORS
Mr. Brian and Mrs. Tracy Kreinbrink
Mrs. Katherine Kreuchauf
Mrs. Francene Kriegel
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Terry Krivoruchka
Mr. Douglas and Mrs. Cindy Kroetz
Mr. Marion and Mrs. Lucille Kroetz
Mr. Gordon and Mrs. Agnes Kroh
Ms. Nancy Kronberg
Linda L. Kroske Trust
Mr. Vic Krout
Mr. Steven and Mrs. Paula Krugh
Mr. Ronald and Mrs. Marjorie Kruse
Mr. Leonard and Mrs. Joni Krutsinger
Mr. William Kuck
Mr. David and Mrs. Gwen Kuenzli
Mr. Stanley and Mrs. Pat Kujawa
Mr. Gerald and Mrs. Janet Kulczak
Mr. Craig and Mrs. Rebecca Kupferberg
Mr. Joshua and Mrs. Kristy Kurtz
Mr. Donald Laconis
Dr. Joseph Lamancusa
Mr. Douglas and Mrs. Laura LaPlant
Mr. Scott and Mrs. Matricia Larkey
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Pamela Lather
Mr. Jeff and Mrs. Tammy Launder
Mr. Merl and Mrs. Mary Lauth
Mr. James and Mrs. Connie Lavrich
Gertrude A. Lee 2006 Trust
Mr. Gary Lee and Mrs. Anne Risser-Lee
Ms. Peggy Lee
Dr. Thomas and Mrs. Carol Mount
Mr. Burl and Mrs. Delores Moyer
Mr. Chris and Mrs. Shannon Moyer
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Jeanne Moyer
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
Ms. Leni Mueller and Mr. Michael Hayward
Mr. Ralph and Mrs. Dawn Mullinger
Mr. David and Mrs. Gina Mummert
Mr. David and Mrs. Sheri Murphy
Mr. Ray and Mrs. Aunt Murray
Mr. David and Mrs. Marcia Musgrave
Mr. J.M. and Mrs. P.A. Musser
Dr. Bruce Mutchler DDS
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Barbara Muzy
Mr. Brenton Myers
OUR DONORS
Jim and Connie Rooney,
Marjorie and Gene White
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Rhoda Myers
Mr. Ronald and Mrs. Diana Naliborsky
Mr. Mike Nannes
Mr. Ken and Mrs. Kris Napier
National Junior Honor Society
National Lime and Stone Co.
Ms. Jill Neal
Mr. G. William and Mrs. Sharon Neason
Needler Enterprises, Inc.
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Kathy Needler
Mr. Scott and Mrs. Sibylle Neff
Nellie Mae Larson Trust
Mr. Lowell and Mrs. Vera Nelson
New Hope United Methodist Church
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Julie Newman
Mr. Rod and Mrs. Barbra Nichols
Mr. G. Norman Nicholson
Dr. Erik Nielsen
Hon. Joseph and Mrs. Beth Niemeyer
Ms. Christine Niese
Ms. Lisa M. Niese
Noakes Rooney Realty & Assoc.
Ms. Marilyn Noel
Mr. Michael Noggle
Mr. Lawrence and Mrs. Mary Nold
Mr. William and Mrs. Marilyn Nonnamaker
North Clay Community Unit
Northside Marathon, Inc.
Northwest Ohio Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Northwest Troopers Lodge
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
Ms. Chassity Nuhfer
Mr. Christopher Oaks
Ms. Evelyn Oates
Mr. Tim and Mrs. Janice O’Connell
Mr. Howard and Mrs. Dolores Oestreich
The Ohio Automotive Supply Co.
Ohio Northern University
Ohio State Eagles Charity Fund
Ms. Carol Oken
Old Mill Stream Foundation
The Old Millstream Ringers
Oleda V. Johnson Living Trust
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Terry Olthouse
Ms. Ruthellen Ondrus
Ms. Jane O’Neil
Mr. R. Joseph and Mrs. Phyllis Opperman
Mr. Richard J. Opperman
Orion Cancer Care, Inc.
Dr. Stephen and Dr. Ami Orr
Dr. Carmela G. Osborne M.D.
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Nathalie Osmun
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Kathryn Otte
Mr. W. Dean and Mrs. Diane Otto
Owens Community College - Toledo
Hon. Michael and Mrs. Pat Oxley
Proctor & Gamble, The IAMS Company
Mr. Carleton Palmer III and Mrs. Rosanna Palmer
Mrs. C. Paul Palmer
Ms. Michelle Palmer
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Sarah Palmer
Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Susan Pancake
Pandora Grain & Supply, Inc.
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Sarah Pannell
Mr. Thomas Parke and Mrs. Cindy Shoupe-Parke
Parkview Church of Christ
Mr. Neal and Mrs. Jill Parsons
Ms. Karen Parsons
Mr. Brian Paskvan and Mrs. Rebecca Lentz-Paskvan
Mr. Stanley and Mrs. Rosemary Patten
Ms. Pam Patterson
Mr. William and Sandra Patterson
Mr. Harold and Mrs. Linda Paul
Mr. Roger and Mrs. Ann Paul
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Jane Peak
Mr. Garry and Mrs. Kathleen Peiffer
Kathleen J. Peiffer Trust
Mr. Lon and Mrs. Sharon Pepple
Dr. Sue Perrott Siferd
Mr. Todd and Mrs. Allyson Perry
Mr. Carl and Mrs. Pam Peschel
Mr. Andy and Mrs. Mary Ellen Peters
Mr. Milton and Mrs. Carol Peters
Frigidaire Company
Pfeiffer Family CLT
Mr. Ronald and Mrs. Robin Pfeiffer
Pharmacy Council Raabe College of Pharmacy
Philip Morris USA, Inc.
Ms. Teresa Pierce
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Kerry Pinion
Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Corinne Piper
Mr. William and Mrs. Linda Pitkin
Jerrie Plesec
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Kim Plesec
Mr. Brian and Mrs. Mary Plumb
Plumbline Solutions
Mr. Steven and Mrs. Diane Poehler
Casey Pore
Portage Chapel United Methodist Church
Mr. Dick and Mrs. Janet Powell
Mr. Max Powell
Mr. Powell and Mrs. Charlotte Prater
Mrs. Isabelle Pratt
Mr. John Prazynski
Mr. Carl Prenzlin
Mr. Robert Pressnell
Ms. Clarabelle Price
Ms. Ellen Price
Rev. Darrell and Mrs. Alberta Prichard
Proceeds of 3rd Annual Ray Havenlin
Charity Ice Bowl
Proceeds of Pointe of the Evening Ballet
Proceeds of Bradley Joseph Golf Outing
Proceeds of FHS Alumni Hockey Tournament
Proceeds of Sara Wagner Gast Golf Outing
Proceeds of Pancake Breakfast
Proceeds of the Herb Aldrich Memorial
Golf Outing
Proceeds of the Punk and Martha Mains
Golf Outing
Proceeds of Warren and Peg Kirk Bell Events
Proceeds of Zach Morgan Memorial 3v3
Soccer Tournament
Progressive Reading Circle
Pro-Tec Coating Company
Pry Professional Group
Mr. C. Nicholas and Mrs. Betsy Pry
Ms. June Qualls
Ms. Shirley Quellhorst
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Joyce Quillen
Mr. Steven Rackley
Mr. Lynn and Mrs. Melanie Radabaugh
Mr. George and Mrs. Nancy Rader
Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Linda Rahe
Mr. Edward and Mrs. P. Eileen Railing Family Trust
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Jackie Ramge
Mr. Alfred and Mrs. Brenda Rando
Rankin, Hill, Porter & Clark LLP
Ms. Beverly Rarey
Mr. Hubert and Mrs. Treva Rauch
Mr. Bert and Mrs. Marlene Rayl
Mr. Scott Raypholtz
Read for Life
Mr. Edward and Mrs. Judy Reading
Real Reflections
Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Irene Recker
P.J. Recker
Mr. William and Mrs. Nancy Recker
Red Devil Booster Club
Mr. John and Mrs. Kathleen Redman
Dr. Ralph and Mrs. Jo Ann Reeds
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Margene Reese
Dr. Andrew and Mrs. Carol Reid
Mr. John and Mrs. Cheryl Reineke
Dr. J. Alec and Mrs. Sandra Reinhardt
Mr. Jeffrey Reinhardt
Mr. David and Mrs. Rebecca Reinhart
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Diana Reiser
Pastor William and Mrs. Judy Reist
Mr. Matthew and Mrs. Barbara Renfro
Ms. Paula Renfro
Mr. Christopher Renn
Mr. Martin and Mrs. Carol Lee Reno
Mr. Marty and Mrs. Maureen Rentz
Restoration Tabernacle Church of Christ
Reynolds Joint Trust Agreement
Ms. Bethanne Reynolds
Mr. William and Mrs. Carol Reynolds
Ms. Sharon Richards
Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Betty Richardson
Mr. John and Mrs. Susan Richter
Mr. Chad Rider and Mrs. Julie Taft-Rider
Mr. David and Nita Rider
Ridez Rehabs and Rentals
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Judith Ridge
Mr. John and Mrs. Margaret Rieker
Mr. Andrew Rill and Mrs. Kolleen Kirk-Rill
Charles Younger, Larry Busdeker,
Hank Ford, and Scott Younger
Hon. Richard Rinebolt
Mr. George Rings
Mr. Tobias Rittner
Ms. Bridget Robb
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Carol Robb
Dr. B. J. and Mrs. Mildred Roberts
Mr. James and Mrs. Mary Jane Roberts
Ms. Madelyn Robinson
Mr. James and Mrs. Sara Rode
Ms. Jane Rodeheffer
Ms. Carolyn Roehm
Mr. Stephen and Mrs. Tena Roepke
Mr. Norman and Mrs. Carol Roessing
The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Brenda Roethlisberger
Ms. Andrea Rogers
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Peggy Rogers
Mr. Kyle Rogers
Mr. L. Kent and Mrs. Diana Rogers
Mr. Lester Roller
Mr. David and Mrs. Christina Romick
Mr. James and Mrs. Connie Rooney
Mr. Philip and Mrs. Tamara Rooney
Mrs. Sondra Rooney
Mr. Kevin Root
Mr. William Rose
Dr. Fred and Mrs. Vicki Rosebrook
Ms. Janis Rosen
Mr. James and Mrs. Paula Rosencrans
Ms. Patricia Roser and Ms. Linda Luvell
Mr. Jason and Mrs. Angela Ross
Mr. David and Mrs. Jane Rossman
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Amanda Rost
Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Leah Roth
Mr. Stephen and Mrs. Traci Roth
Mr. Trace and Mrs. Lana Roth
Mr. A. Scott and Mrs. Martha Rothey
Hon. Reginald and Mrs. Barbara Routson
Mr. Harold and Mrs. Janet Rowe
Mr. H. Richard Rowe, Jr. and Mrs. Carol Rowe
Mr. William and Mrs. Marylou Rowe
Dr. Marv and Mrs. Judy Rower
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Barbara Sheehan
Mr. Kevin Sheets
Mr. Christopher and Mrs. Kay Sheldrick
Ms. Marcia Shellenbarger
Mr. Charles Shepard II and Mrs. Joy Shepard
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Patricia Sherrieb
Ms. Anne Shiple
Ms. Phyllis Shoaff
Mr. Steve Shoemaker
Mr. John Shoop
Dr. Donna Shoupe and Mr. Lee Hellmuth
Ms. Karen Shoupe and Mr. Robert Gilker
Mrs. Wendene W. Shoupe
Mr. Peter Shoureas
Mr. James and Mrs. Sue Shrader
Mr. Jeff and Mrs. Elsa Shrader
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Sherry Shultis
Mr. David and Mrs. Louise Shultz
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Linda Shultz
Mr. W. E. and Mrs. M. D. Siferd
Sink’s Florists, Inc.
Mr. Gerald Slezak, Jr. and Mrs. Andrea Slezak
Mr. David and Mrs. Betty Slough
Mr. R. Eugene and Mrs. Margaret Slough
Mr. Henry Slyker II and Mrs. Rochelle Slyker
Ms. Alice Smith
Mr. Carl and Mrs. Doris Smith
Mr. Dallas and Mrs. Karen Smith
Mr. Mark Smith and Mrs. Phyllis Stover-Smith
Dr. Richard and Mrs. P.C. Smith
Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Ruth Smith
Mr. William and Mrs. Bonnie Smith
Mr. Dudley and Mrs. Deborah Snyder
Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Sondra Snyder
Mr. John and Mrs. Jane Snyder
Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Jenny Snyder
Sojourner Ministries
Mr. Mike Solt
Dr. Jimmy and Mrs. Barbara Sorrells
South Main Designs
Mr. Bret and Mrs. Tamara Spaeth
Mr. David and Mrs. Linda Spahr
Mr. John and Mrs. Margrethe Sparks
Spearman Motor Sales
Mr. James and Mrs. Eleanor Speck
Ms. Deborah Spero
Ms. Donna Spitler
Ms. Agnes Spitzer
Dr. Charles and Mrs. Phyllis Spragg
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Susie Spragg
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Connie Sprague
Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Diana Sprouse
Mr. Jim and Mrs. Karen Spurgat
St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
St. Andrew’s United Methodist Women
St. John’s Lutheran Church, Findlay
St. John’s Lutheran Church, McComb
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Parish
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
Stacy Insurance Agency, Inc.
Mr. Eric and Mrs. Becky Stacy
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Debra Stacy
Mr. Jeffrey and Mrs. Tammy Stahl
Mr. Robert Stahl
Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Janice Staley
Stall & Company CPAs, Inc.
Mr. Donald and Mrs. Patricia Stansloski
Ms. Sharon Stateler
Mr. Lupe Stears
Mr. Marvin and Mrs. Ann Stechschulte
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Brenda Steed
Mr. Zelton Steed
Mr. William and Mrs. Dorothy Steigerwalt
Mr. Jesse and Mrs. Christa Steiner
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Patricia Steiner
Mr. John Steinman
Ms. Mary Lou Steinman
Mr. Robert Steinman
Mr. Jeff and Mrs. Nancy Stephani
Gene Stevens Auto & Truck Center
Mr. Scott and Mrs. Julie Stevens
Mr. John and Mrs. Betty Stiles
Ms. Sandra Stoll
Stonebridge Church of God
Mr. Brian and Mrs. Polly Stout
Mr. Philip and Mrs. Sue Stover
Mr. Gary Stowell
Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Cindy Strathman
Mr. Norman and Mrs. Jeanne Strathman
Mrs. Mary Strathman-Henry
Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Lissa Streacker
Mr. Ed and Mrs. Precia Stuby
Mr. Chuck Stumpp, Jr. and Mrs. Kim Stumpp
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Kathryn Summers
Mr. John and Mrs. Karen Sunderman
Survocom LLC
Mr. Jeff and Mrs. Marie Swaisgood
Jackie Urbanski, Maile Doyle, Becky Noack,
John Urbanski, and Bill Conlisk
OUR DONORS
Sheri Murphy, Nancy Moody Russo,
and Eleanor McCoy
Ms. Beth Ruffing
Mr. William and Mrs. Donna Ruse
Mr. Ronald and Mrs. Anita Rush
Mr. D.C. and Mrs. Marilyn Russell
Mr. Rodney and Mrs. Pamela Russell
Mr. Ralph Russo and Mrs. Nancy Moody-Russo
Rustic Razor Barber Shop
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Jeanne Rustic
The Rutter Family Trust
Ms. Margaret Rutter
S & K Mower and Small Engine Service
S.N.PH.A. Raabe College of Pharmacy
Mrs. Suzanne Sackmann
Mr. Mark Sadowy
Mr. Jerrold and Mrs. Michelle Saltzman
Mr. Roger and Mrs. Lisa Saltzman
Mr. Heda and Mrs. Jeannia Samimi
Mr. Parker and Mrs. Alvera Sams
The Sandusky-Erie County Community Foundation
Mr. Samuel and Mrs. Dorothy Sandusky
Mr. Thomas Sanford
Mr. Edward and Mrs. Janice Sartore
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Barbara Sauber
Dr. Donald Savage, Jr. and Mrs. Laura Savage
Mr. Lynn and Mrs. Sandra Sawyer
Mr. Nicholas and Mrs. Catherine Say
Anna C. Scarbrough Trust
Mr. Chad Scarbrough
Mr. Scott Schimmoeller
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Donna Schmelzer
Mr. Larry and Mrs. Mary Schneider
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Dondus Schober
Schoonmaker Family Charitable Lead Trust
Mrs. Elaine Schoonmaker
Ms. Joyce Schrieber
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Arlene Schriner
Mr. Alexander Schroeder
Mr. Jason and Mrs. Ashley Schroeder
Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Kathleen Schulte
Mr. Mike and Mrs. Nikki Schulte
Mr. John and Mrs. Kimberly Schumacher
Ms. Christine Schutz
Mr. Maurice and Mrs. Sue Schutz
Mr. Terry and Mrs. Delilah Schwaner
Mr. Dan and Mrs. Janet Schwartz
Mr. Paul Sears
Mr. Lawrence and Mrs. Deborah Seawell
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Cynthia Seffrin
Hon. Peter and Mrs. Nanci Sehnert
Mr. David and Mrs. Lizabeth Seman
Dr. Loren and Mrs. Inez Senn
Mr. James Shafer
The William Shakespeare Club
Mr. Deryl Shank and Mrs. Jane Dukes-Shank
Mr. James and Mrs. Deanna Shank
Dr. Jerry and Mrs. Anne Sheaffer
Ms. Nancy Swartz
Mr. Jason and Mrs. Jennifer Swartzlander
Mr. Dale and Mrs. Rebecca Swiger
Mr. Sean and Mrs. Allison Swisher
Ms. Joan Swisher
Ms. Joanne Swisher
Mr. Robert Tatterson
Mr. Hugh and Mrs. Sondra Tavernier
Mrs. Mary Taylor
Mr. Martin and Mrs. Chrystal Terry
Dr. Nanette Tertel
Mr. Richard and Ms. Betty Tevis
Ms. Leslie Theis
Mr. Luke and Mrs. Linda Theis
Mr. Andrew Thieman
Mr. Timothy Thiry
Thomas & Ridge Certified Public Accountants
Mr. Douglas and Mrs. Diane Thomas
Mr. Graham and Mrs. Denise Thomas
Ms. Helen Thomas
Mr. James Thomas
OUR DONORS
Scott Wintringham, Linda DeArment,
Roger Criblez, John Koehler
Mr. Jeffrey and Mrs. Gio Thomas
Mr. Lawrence and Mrs. Nancy Thomas
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Kimberly Thomas
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Barbara Thomas
Ms. Patricia Thomas
Mr. Steven and Mrs. Vanessa Thomas
Mr. Jeffrey Thompson
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Sharon Thompson
Tell Thompson Estate
Mr. Todd and Mrs. Cynthia Thompson
Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Christine Thornton
Thursday Conversational Club
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Margaret Tidd
Mrs. Jane Tille
Mr. John Tinsman
Mr. Jeff and Mrs. Julie Todd
Dr. Alan and Mrs. Jane Tong
Mr. Philip and Mrs. Wendy Tossey
TPDP Enterprises, Inc.
Ms. Susan Trecroci
Mr. Marvin and Mrs. Janette Treece
Mr. Steven and Mrs. Susan Treece
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Stacy Lynn Tremains
Trends Boutique
Ms. Jo Ann Trice
Ms. Gayle Trollinger
Dr. Thomas and Mrs. Suzanne Tropf
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Cheryl Truman
Tucker Living Trust
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Laurie Turnow
Mr. Marvin and Mrs. Linda Tuttle
Mr. Matthew Tuttle
Twenty First Century Foundation
Two Songs
Unitarian Universalist Church of Blanchard Valley
United Way of Deleware County Staff
Unity Christian Ministries
University of Findlay
Mrs. Ann Urbanski
Mr. John and Mrs. Jackie Urbanski
Van Buren Lions Club
Van Buren United Methodist Church
Van Horn Hoover & Associates, Inc.
Ms. Jacqueline Van Wagner
Mr. Ray VanGunten, Jr. and Mrs. Nancy
VanGuten
Mr. Raymond VanGunten III and Mrs.
Jeanne VanGunten
Ms. Sue VanSant, Sylvan Learning Center
Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Laurie Vaupel
Ms. Lisa Velazquez
Verhoff Machine and Welding, Inc.
VFW Post 6067
Mrs. Jeanette Vielhaber
W E L C A Trinity Arcadia
W. C. Wood Corporation, Inc.
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Deanna Waaland
Wachovia Foundation Matching Program
Mr. Walter Walker, Jr. and Mrs. Karen Walker
Mr. William Walker, Jr. and Mrs. Barbara Walker
Mr. James and Mrs. Patricia Wall
Mr. Craig and Mrs. Lee Ann Wallace
Mr. Scott Wallace
Mr. Bruce Zitkovic and Mrs. Julia Walsh
Mr. Darl and Mrs. Marilyn Waltermire
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Beth Waltermire
Mr. Jeff and Dr. Emily Walton
Ms. Mary Wanamaker
Ms. Joan Ward
Dr. Reginald and Mrs. Judy Wardle
Mr. Jack and Mrs. G. Jeanne Wasbro
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Caroline Wasson
Dr. Rick and Mrs. Debra Watson
Ms. Karen Watt
Mr. David and Mrs. Jacki Waugh
Ms. Marie Weathers
Mrs. Evelyn Weaver
Mr. John and Mrs. Linda Weaver
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Elizabeth Webb
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Jane Webber
Mr. Donald and Mrs. Ann Weber
Ms. Rhea Weichman
Mr. Darrell and Mrs. Cheryl Weidman
Mr. Craig Weigand
Mr. Dean Weiker
Mr. Larry Weiker
Mr. Wayne Weiker
Dr. Joseph and Mrs. Angela Weingates
Mr. Craig and Mrs. Crystal Weitz
Wells Fargo
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Bonnie Wells
Ms. Bernice Welly
Mr. James and Mrs. Pauletta Welshimer
Mr. Steve and Mrs. Julie Welton
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Shirley. Wenner
Mr. William and Mrs. Beth Wenner
Ms. Betsy Wernert
West Independence UM Church
Mr. James and Mrs. Donna West
Mr. Lee and Mrs. Catherine Weygandt
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Marcia Whalen
Whirlpool Corporation - Findlay Division
Mr. Byron and Mrs. Eileen White
Mr. Donald and Mrs. Sandra White
Mr. Eugene and Mrs. Marjorie White
Mr. Richard White and Mrs. Jennifer Payne-White
Ms. Phyllis Whitehead
Ms. Susan Whitehouse
Ms. Ann Whithaus
Whitman Law Office LLC
Mr. George and Mrs. Shirlee Whitson
Mr. Charles and Ms. Jane Whitwam
Mr. Ernest and Mrs. Waunetta Wiechman
Mr. Elmer and Mrs. Joan Wilch
Mr. Melford Wilcox
Ms. Walta Lou Wilcox
Mr. Greg and Mrs. Heidi Wilhelm
Mr. Steven and Mrs. Susan Wilkin
Mr. Mark and Mrs. Beth Wilkins
William P. and Pauline J. Deisel Trust
Mr. Daniel Williams
Mr. Jack and Mrs. Marsha Williams
Ms. Melinda Williams and Mr. James Bado
Ms. Phyllis Williams
Mrs. Susan Williams
Mr. Stephen and Mrs. Martha Williman
Barton and Josephine Wilson Trust
Mr. Dexter Wilson
Mr. Gary and Mrs. Mary Wilson
Ms. Jo Ann Wilson
Winebrenner Theological Seminary
B.J. Roberts, Peggy and Gene Slough
Mr. Garry and Mrs. Katherine Winger
Mr. Jeffrey and Mrs. Leslye Winkle
Ms. Nicole WInkle
Mr. Rodney and Mrs. Joan Winkle
Dr. Jack and Mrs. Nancy Winters
Mr. Max and Mrs. Kathryn Wise
Mr. Ivan and Mrs. Judy Withrow
Dr. Dean and Mrs. Pat Wittwer
Mr. Richard and Mrs. Ruthanne Wohlgamuth
Mr. Bradley and Mrs. Susan Wolford
Mr. Quentin Wood
Mr. James and Mrs. Karis Woodward
Ms. Ann Woolum-Hess
Mr. Paul and Mrs. Patricia Worstell
Mr. Scot and Mrs. Ivy Wright
Mr. John and Mrs. Bernadette Wurm
Mr. Riad and Mrs. Beverly Yammine
Mr. William Yang
Mr. Charles and Mrs. Mamie Yeagle
Mr. Paul Yoder
Mrs. Betty Young
Mr. Christopher and Mrs. Kathleen Young
Mr. Charles Younger
Mrs. Mariann Younger
Mr. Craig and Mrs. Beth Zachrich
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Nancy Zellers
Mr. James and Mrs. Catherine Zellner
Dr. Emil and Mrs. Joyce Ziegler
Ms. Carri Ziemniak
Mr. Chester Ziemniak, Jr.
Mr. Mark Ziemniak
Mr. Andrew and Mrs. Melanie Ziemniak
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Korin Ziemniak
Mr. Chester and Mrs. Virginia Ziemniak
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Amy Zilles
Mr. Richard Zunkiewicz
Mr. Shawn and Mrs. Lorraine Zuver
Mr. Richard Zydonk, Jr. and Mrs. Lynne Zydonik
GRANTS AWARDED
Music Is Weird Science!
Grants in 2008 reached a record $3.3 million, enabling many organizations to provide programs and services
that are improving the lives of individuals and families in Hancock County. Many of these programs and services would not exist without funding from The Community Foundation and the forethought of our generous
donors.
Competitive Grants
Arcadia Local School
$40,104/one year
Expanded A.P.P.L.E. Bus availability, accessibility, and affordability to Hancock County teachers and students by fully
supporting curriculum development and consultant fees, and
partially supporting materials.
Arlington Elementary School
$32,781/one year
Improving literacy skills for all Arlington elementary students
by funding consultant fees and substitute teacher salaries to
fully implement the guided reading program.
The Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County
$5,000/one year
Shared classical music with 3,000 area students in grades four
through eight by partially supporting The Lima Symphony
Orchestra performances in county and city schools. See photo
at right.
$1,000/six months
Increased quality of sound equipment for Youtheatre performances that annually showcase 200 area children.
Blanchard River Watershed Partnership
$30,000/four years
Developed an effective stakeholder education program to link
water quality and water management issues through support
of marketing and public relations consultant, staff training,
and office and educational materials.
The Council on Domestic Violence, Inc./Open Arms
$59,710/two years
Partially supported an internet sexual predator interven-
tion and prevention program in coordination with local law
enforcement agencies.
Family Resource Centers
$8,120/two years
Training 200 parents of strong-willed and out-of-control
youth in parenting skills and strategies through support of
facilitator stipends and supplies.
$8,700/one year
Trained 36 youth-serving adults in research-based Aggression
Replacement Training (ART) to reduce violence in Hancock
County youth.
Glenwood Middle School
$23,321/one year
Assisted successful transition of Glenwood students from
middle school to high school through participation in careertechnical programs.
$450/one year
Preserved a program proven to be effective in raising student
achievement by partially supporting staff salary to keep the
Glenwood library open during the summer.
Findlay Family YMCA
$29,000/one year
Motivated 1,000 new health seekers to make positive changes
in pursuit of personal well-being through the Activate
America program.
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
Up to $63,450/20 months
Provided timely assistance to 2,638 flood survivors through
Long Term Recovery Committee.
Up to $47,100/one year
Provided The Family Center operational management by supporting a building manager salary and benefits.
The Arts Partnership received a grant to bring the Lima
Symphony Orchestra to Hancock County for two age-appropriate concerts geared towards students in grades 4 through
8. The concert featured the 2008 Young People’s Concert:
“Weird Science - Musical Instruments and How They Work”
along with educational sessions at local schools.
Over 1,700 students from 27 area schools and home
schools attended the two performances. Additionally, eight
in-school intensive workshops facilitated by four of the
Orchestra’s ensembles (brass quintet, string quartet, woodwind quartet, and percussion ensemble) were presented in
seven Findlay City and Hancock County Schools. More than
1,000 students and educators attended these workshops.
The goal of the program was to increase student knowledge
of how instruments work, the various sounds they make,
and to encourage students to join band or orchestra. Of
those educators returning evaluations after attending a performance, 100% rated it as “Excellent.” In addition, 100%
indicated that they would “suggest another similar experience for the future” and 100% indicated that by attending
the performance their students deepened their knowledge
and/or understanding of the arts. The morning following a brass quintet performance, one local music educator
received several e-mails from parents asking how they could
get their students involved in the band.
Each year, the Arts Partnership offers a series of School Day
Performances geared at enhancing the learning process for
local youth.
GRANTS
These grants were awarded from the unrestricted
endowment funds established at The Community
Foundation.
Serving over 40,000 Hancock County residents annually by
supporting operating expenses for The Family Center.
Supported the CommunityREAD event which highlighted the
book “The Glass Castle” by Jeannette Walls.
Documented the Madeleine Thomas Schneider story to share
her life and philanthropy as inspiration to others.
Creation of a web-based comprehensive social service study
in Hancock County based on predetermined community
indicators
Hancock County Alcohol Drug and Mental Health
Services
$1,000/one year
Sponsored a regional conference in response to the school
shootings at Virginia Tech and other schools.
$30,000/three years
Positioned Hancock Christian Clearing House for long-term
financial sustainability by partially supporting a full-time
Marketing Coordinator.
Hancock Properties Foundation, Inc.
$1,413/six months
Researched preliminary opportunities to relocate and physically combine the City and County Health Departments in
a renovated space at the Family Center through support of
preliminary architectural drawings.
Hancock Regional Planning Commission
$1,000/one year
Provided factual information regarding the Hancock County
flood to area residents by developing and implementing a
community flood information survey.
$1,000/six months
Rekindled business interest in downtown revitalization by
supporting educational materials for a business tour of downtown Findlay.
Long Term Recovery Committee of Hancock County
$57,096/18 months
Developed individual recovery plans for Hancock County
Concert in Park - Summer Music Series
Hancock County Prosecutor’s office
$34,300/one year
Preserved the successful Juvenile Diversion Program during a
period of unforeseen state budget cuts by funding the salary
for a full-time Juvenile Diversion Officer.
Hancock Hardin Wyandot Putnam Community Action
Commission
$25,000/one year
Assisted 12 Hancock County Individual Development Account (IDA) participants to save for a home, business, or
education by providing match dollars.
GRANTS
Hancock Parks District
$34,630/one year
Provided matching funds for construction-related costs
necessary to complete the Blanchard Valley Greenway Trail
to Riverside Park. Funds were subsequently returned due to
cancellation of project.
The “Concert in the Park” summer music series has provided live outdoor musical entertainment at Riverside Park
since 1952. When the concert series encountered financial
sustainability concerns in 1987, a grant from the Dorney
Fund helped solidify the event. Free public music was a priority for L. Dale Dorney, and its importance was mentioned
specifically is his last will and testament. The Dorney Fund
continues to support the “Concerts in the Park” series
through grants to the Hancock Park District, which now
coordinates the popular series.
flood survivors by supporting salaries for two part-time case
managers and one construction management case manager.
Lupus Foundation
$615/one year
Initiated an awareness campaign by making direct contact
with lupus patients through their health care providers.
Match Day
$300,000
Matching Funds for Immediate Needs
$25,059
Caughman Health Center
$16,000
Century Health
$3,992
C.H.O.P.I.N. Hall
$24,099
City Mission of Findlay, Ohio
$31,110
$48,237
Hancock County Agency on Aging
$16,860
Hancock Co. Center for Safe & Healthy Children $9,900
Hope House for the Homeless
$100
Open Arms Domestic Violence & Rape Crisis Services $35,235
Salvation Army
$366
Voices for Children: CASA
$100
Women’s Resource Center
$24,000
Matching Funds for Endowment Building
Arlington School Foundation: Capital Improvement Fund $700
Arlington School Foundation: Educational Excellence Fund $3,575
Century Health Family Service Fund
$1,500
City Mission of Findlay, Ohio Fund
$500
Cancer Patient Services Fund
$600
Findlay Enrichment Program, Inc, Fund
$100
Hancock County Agency on Aging Fund
$10,500
Hancock County Sheriff K-9 Unit Fund
$100
Hancock Parks Fund
$4,017
Richard N. and Mildred B. Bishop Fund
$500
Hope House for the Homeless Fund
$500
Humane Society of Hancock County Fund
$11,050
Patricia M. and John M. Luther Fund
$100
$20,750
Open Arms Domestic Violence & Rape Crisis Services Fund$450
$10,000
Northwest Ohio Flood Mitigation Partnership, Inc.
Up to $300,000/three years
Provided project leadership by partially supporting chief
executive officer and administrative assistant salaries.
Ohio Grantmaker’s Forum
$1,000/one year
Assisted Ohio foundations to become more effective grantmakers, working with statewide policy leaders to improve
Ohio’s kindergarten through 12 education system.
Funday Sunday
The Ohio State Research Foundation
$95,800 /two years
Increased financial literacy knowledge and skills for 6,500
Hancock County residents by partially supporting the salary
and benefits of a full-time Economic Literacy Program Coordinator for Hancock Saves.
Read for LIFE
$250/one year
Supported the Read for LIFE annual Spelling Bee.
Village of Arlington
$6,310/one year
Increased long-term beauty and sustainability of the community park through partial support of contract services to
oversee excavation and installation of playground equipment
and purchase of trees.
TOTAL 2008 Competitive Grants = $1,521,305
Field of Interest Grants
Warren “Bullet” and Peg Kirk Bell Scholarship Fund
$5,000/ one year
Provided additional funds for college scholarships by participating in a heavily-supported community project.
Mazza Museum’s “Funday Sunday,” funded by both competitive and donor-advised grants from The Community Foundation,
features storytelling, art stations, music, refreshments, shopping, and special guests. Each month has a special theme with related books and activities. The program is held on the first Sunday of the month at the University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum. It’s
a great opportunity for children, parents, and grandparents to spend quality time together in a fun, creative environment. There
is no admission charge and everyone is welcome to attend. The mission of the Mazza Museum is to promote literacy through its
educational programs and to collect, exhibit, and preserve original art from children’s books.
$40,592/ one year
Provided Hancock County students with 21st Century learning skills.
HancockREADS Grants
$11,498/ one year
See page 49 for a list of HancockREADS grants.
Youth in Philanthropy/ECLIPSe Grants
$4,111.40
See page 53 for a list of ECLIPSe Grants.
Hancock Education Fund Grants
$38,787/one year
See page 50 for a list of Hancock Education Fund grants.
Handbags That Help Grants
$54,000/ one year
See page 11 for a list of HTH Grants.
TOTAL 2008 Field of Interest Grants = $153,988.40
GRANTS
These competitive grants are supported by donors
who have identified a specific area of concern, such
as education, youth, arts, and social services.
Fiscal Sponsorship Grants
Northwest Ohio Flood Mitigation Partnership, Inc.
$430,000 Support as Fiscal Sponsor for NWOFMP, Inc.
William and Martha Lape Fund Grants Awarded in 2008 - Findlay City Schools
Creating a 21st Century Freshmen Wing Concept
- $800
TOTAL 2008 Fiscal Sponsorship Grants = $430,000
A retreat for freshmen teachers held during the summer of
2008 to develop action plans to address the freshmen wing
concept and the team building endeavors.
Pass Thru Grants
Where’s Wagner - $500
The Community Foundation can assist donors giving to causes they care about through IRA rollovers,
stock, and other gifts.
A six-week backpack tour through Europe documenting the
art, history, design, and architecture. Students from schools
all over the world had an opportunity to be linked to Mr.
Wagner via the internet and were able to interact with him
along his journey.
Findlay Area Chamber Foundation
$5,017.96 Support of Hancock Leadership Project
Loung Ung: Crimes Against Humanity - $800
$2,943 Proceeds of community music event that benefited Central Middle School to help repair flood damage.
Shift Happens, Even in Findlay - $800
Match Day Agencies
$330,438.16 Donations from community for Match Day were passed directly on to agencies.
TOTAL 2008 Pass Thru Grants = $338,399.12
Agency and Designated Endowment
Grants
Agency and designated grants are awarded from
those funds established to benefit a specific organization identified by either the donor or the organization itself.
Arlington Local School
$1,000 Support of two programs at Arlington Local Schools.
GRANTS
Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County
$18,324 General Support
Blanchard Valley Center
$23,314 Support, care, repair, and maintenance of the
residential facilities at Blanchard Valley Center.
Blanchard Valley Health Foundation
Help pay speaker fees for Loung Ung visit Findlay and speak
about genocide that occurred other than in Hitler’s reign.
Attend NCTE Annual Convention in San Antonio, Texas.
Boy Scouts of America
$1,989 Support of Camp Berry
$100
Support of Scholarship Program for Youth
Century Health
$600
General Support
$599
Capital Support
Ohio Kindergarten Conference - $800
To learn creative and innovative ways to enhance Findlay’s
all day kindergarten program.
Findlay Librarians Take on OELMA! - $800
To stimulate the library aids to become more proactive with
learning the changing responsibilities that are added and
expected of each library aid by attending the Ohio Educational Library Media Association conference.
Chinese II - $500
Provide Lin Adams a stipend for writing the curriculum for
Chinese II.
Soaring to Meet AYP! - $320
To attend a literacy conference to receive technology training for the new computer lab Washington School received
in order to give students the ability to utilize technology to
augment student achievement.
$391
General Support
$647
General Support
Hancock County Sheriff’s Office
$8,000 Purchase of new K-9 officer
$1,552.24 Support of K-9 units and handlers training
City of Findlay
$9,000 Support of the Field of Dreams Complex
$222.80 Support of the Field of Dreams Complex
Hancock Historical Museum Association
$300
Founding Fathers Lecture Series Support
$364
Support and Maintenance of the Little Red School House, MacArthur Train and Mae Huston Local
History Resource Center
$15,677 New Opportunities for Work Project (Project NOW)
$4,165 William H. and Martha E. Lape Fund for Innovative Initiatives. See grants detailed above.
$500
Bicycling Activities Support
$4,102 Program Support
First Lutheran Church
$10,943 Support of Lutheran charities
$3,500 Intergenerational Certificate Trainings
$432
Student Tuition Assistance
$432
Student Tuition Assistance
Mazza Enthusiasts, University of Findlay
$1,800 Medallion Program Support
Bright Side of the Road Foundation
$1,000 ALS Research Support
St. John’s Lutheran Church
$2,356 Grounds Upkeep
$250
General Support
The Findlay Art League
$166
Support of Student Art Shows
Cancer Patient Services Fund of TCF
$10,000 Challenge Grant for Endowment Building
$10,000 Challenge Grant for Endowment Building
United Way of Hancock County
$3,955 Agency Support
Child Evangelism Fellowship, Inc.
$1,000 Support of Summer Programming
CHOPIN Hall
$1,000 Match Day Immediate Need Funding
Voices for Children: CASA of Hancock County
City Mission of Findlay, Ohio Fund of TCF
$10,000 Endowment Support
Young Men’s Christian Association (Findlay)
$3,350 Membership Fees for Low-Income Youth
$500
Newsletter Upgrade
TOTAL 2008 Agency Endowment and Designated
Grants = $283,545.04
College First Church of God
Donor-Advised and Supporting
Organization Grants
Diospi Suyana - USA
$5,000 Support of Mission Projects
These grants were recommended by the business,
individual, or family who established the donor-advised fund, or directed by the board of directors of
the Supporting Organization.
ECLIPSe
$2,500 Youth Grantmaking Support
Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County
$500
General Support
Barbara Deerhake Fund of TCF
$1,000 Endowment Support in honor of Barbara’s
Retirement.
Blanchard Valley Health Foundation
Boy Scouts of America
$250
Support for Friends of Scouting
Findlay Area Youth for Christ
$1,000 Springhill Camp Scholarhip Program
Green Springs Fire Department Association, Inc.
$123,600 Purchase and Installation of Park Lights
Basu Point is a $1.2 million, 15-unit efficiency apartment
complex owned and overseen by the Hancock County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMHS)
Board. The ADAMHS Board received a Program-Related
Investment (PRI) from The Community Foundation to construct the facility for at-risk individuals. “At risk” includes
individuals who have recently been released from jail,
are on probation, are recovering from a substance abuse
disorder, or who have character or personality disorders.
More broadly defined, “at risk” is applied to individuals
who have minimal ability to afford housing and who have
additional “social issues” which require some level of supervision or intervention to successfully maintain independent
housing. Ground was broken for the facility in August of
2008 and a dedication ceremony was held in March 2009.
The Hancock County ADAMHS Board is a county agency
serving recovering drug users and the mentally ill.
$2,000 Assist Local Families in Emergency Need
Hancock County Agency on Aging
Hancock County Center for Safe and Healthy Children
$500
General Support
$500
Match Day Immediate Need Funding
GRANTS
The Findlay Hancock Community Foundation
Basu Point Fills Housing Need
Hancock Historical Museum Association
$250
General Support
$500
General Support
Hancock Parks Fund of TCF
$10,000 Match Day Endowment Support
Humane Society of Hancock County
$500
General Support
Irma Maxheimer Dana Scholarship Fund of TCF
Lakeside Chautauqua Foundation
$500
General Support
Marietta College
Marv and Judy Rower Fund of TCF for Hancock
Christian Clearing House
Mazza Enthusiasts Fund of TCF
$1,000 Match Day Endowment Support
Mission Possible
$4,000 General Expenses for the Haiti Project
Nature Conservancy of Ohio Field Office
$500
General Support
Ohio State University Foundation
$1,000 University Fund Support
GRANTS
Open Arms Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Center
$5,000 Purchase of New Audio/Visual Equipment
$5,000 Support of Capital Improvements
Salvation Army
St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
$500
General Support
$5,000 Support of New Audio/Visual Equipment
Scholarship Awards
St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Parish
$500
General Purpose in honor of Louise E. Tebbe
Neil Acharya Memorial Tennis Scholarship
Andrew Jack
The Nature Conservancy
$500
General Support
Herb S. Aldrich Memorial Scholarship
Blair Wells
Tiffin City School District
$1,000 Summer Programming for Student Athletes
Arlington School Foundation: The Arlington Local
School District Scholarship
Megan Neal
United Way of Hancock County
$2,000 Campaign Support
$500
Campaign Support
University of Findlay
$10,000 Support for the Jerry J. Mallett Institute Endowment
Voices for Children: CASA of Hancock County
$500
General Support
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Arlington School Foundation: W. S. (Sherman) and
Wanda Alge Family Scholarship
Paden Morehart
Arlington School Foundation: Dally Family Scholarship
Cody Light
Arlington School Foundation: Keith and Shelia Jolliff
Family Scholarship
Andrew Steinman
Arlington School Foundation: Robert and Helen
McClelland Farm Child Scholarship
Morgan Heacock
Warren “Bullet” and Peg Kirk Bell Endowed
Scholarship Fund of TCF
$500
Endowment Support
$500
Endowment Support
Automotive Alumni Scholarship
Alex Vasquez
WBGU-TV, Public Television
$500
General Support
$250
General Support
Albert J. Ball Scholarship
Jerae Bower
WGTE Public Broadcasting
$250
General Support
Young Men’s Christian Association (Findlay)
$250
Strong Kids Campaign
TOTAL 2008 Donor Advised and Supporting
Organization Grants = $337,151
Lindsay Fleegle, Amy Pina
Daniel R. Bennett Scholarship
Brittany Fry, Elizbeth Hoverman, Linsey Shafer, Tasha Webb
Marie D. Berry Scholarship
Anthony Alessi, Emily Anderson, John Arnold, Desiree Baird,
Andrew Balega, Lori Bell, Andrew Boehlein, Madellyn Bourret, Jerea Bower, Steven Chin, Kelly Clinger, Hannah Crane,
Andrew Dehnhoff, Chelsea Dilley, Mary Edmiston, Caleb
Elsea, Lauren Faine, Shelly Fetters, John Flanagan, Erika
Friedmeyer, Brittany Fry, Jessica Gephart, Cody Gonya, Cody
Ben Breece Scholarship
Zach Cassidy
Joseph R. and Westelle L. Browne Performing Arts
Scholarship
Shannon Bash
April Rodeheffer Burbach Scholarship
Ashley Peterson
Lora Wiest Burgderfer Scholarship
Andrew Balega, Kimberly Baucher, Danielle Baum, Andrew
Jack, Cynthia Misamore, Lauren Roth, Phillip Runion, Bailey
Shoemaker Richards
James L. Child, Jr. Scholarship
Graham Pickering
Findlay High School Class of 1956 Scholarship
Trevor Barrientos
Charles Robert Clapper Scholarship
Samantha Green
Findlay Rotary Club Scholarship
William Kentris, Lee Kindig
Floyd J. and Alice K. Curran Scholarship
Mackenzie Albach, Desiree Baird, James Bremner, Steven
Chin, Caleb Elsea, Lauren Faine, Matthew Fenstermaker,
Shelly Fetters, Lindsay Fleegle, Cody Gonya, Abigail Holman,
Chelsea Holman, Courtney Holman, Lea Holman, Clinton
Holman, Dana Huntley, Elizabeth James, Samantha Kaple,
Susan Kau, Joy Kellogg, Sarah Kentris, William Kentris, Lee
Kindig, Erika Kinser, Sarah L. Brooks, Nicole Miller, Cynthia
Misamore, Ashley Rader, Victoria Sharrer, David Spridgeon
II, Alexander Tate, Susan Thomas, Brendan Valentine, Brett
Valentine, Molli Weaver, Tasha Webb, Julia Wendling, Branden
Wiler, Jonathyn Zapf
Richard Fisher Athletic Scholarship
Angela Misamore
Irma Maxheimer Dana Scholarship
Alison Maske, Megan Volle
Richard E. “Dick” Daugherty Scholarship
Shannon Bash
Allen P. and Ruth A. Dudley Music Scholarship
Ashton Wingate
David Egbert Memorial Scholarship
Alex Elchert
Kylene Bycynski Memorial Scholarship
Andrea Hochstettler
The Esfandiary-Palte Scholarship
Heather Deitering
Kathy Carty Memorial Writing Scholarship
Bailey Shoemaker Richards
Jennifer L. Fell Memorial Art Scholarship
Brooke Thomas
Ruth E. and Kenneth C. Casteel Scholarship
John Arnold
Findlay Area Golf Association Scholarship
Joshua Bartlheim, Michael Streaker
Chance to Dance Scholarship
Sarah Brown, Hayley Havener, Brittany Schmidt, Catherine
DeMith, Rebecca Wells, Alexa Piccirillo
Findlay Branch of the AAUW Scholarship
Tiffany Beach
Charles Construction Services Inc. Scholarship in
Memory of Howard Boyce
Michael Streaker
Findlay/Hancock County Bar Association Scholarship
Thomas Davidson
Findlay High School Alumni Scholarship
Caitlin Mellott, Ellen Sankovich
M. Margaret Foster Scholarship
William Clark Foster Scholarship
Emily Bucher
Mandy Friar Memorial Scholarship
Danielle Baum
Terry Frost Scholarship
Emily Samimi
Jean C. Graham Women’s Scholarship
Desiree Baird, Chelsea Dilley, Emily Horstman
Judith A. Griffin Scholarship
James Bremner
Tennyson Guyer Speech Award
Erika Friedmeyer
Wilbur E. Hall, Sr. Scholarship
Alena Miller
Beth Bradley Heck Memorial Scholarship
Emily Anderson
W. Kenneth and Ruth S. Helvie Scholarship
Lee Kindig
Historic Preservation Guild Memorial Scholarship
Emily Weiler
John W. Hollington Scholarship
Nicole Lang
Huston Financial Services Scholarship
Ian Machir
GRANTS
Greeno, Nathan Harris, Hilary Hartman, Mitchell Heacock,
Morgan Heacock, Bethany Heldman, Chelsea Holman, Courtney Holman, Michelle Homan, Emily Horstman, Dana Huntley, Christopher Iliff, Joy Kellogg, William Kentris, Jeffrey Kindig, Lee Kindig, Jennifer LaLonde, Lauren Lammers, Morgan
Lear, Haley Livesay, Taryn Longberry, Hana Maazaoui, Melody
McCloud, Emma McDougle, Stephen McLaughlin, Courtney
Miller, Nicole Miller, Danielle Miller, Cynthia Misamore, Tonya
Myers, Melissa Neiderhiser, Jessica Olsen, Ashley Rader, Kora
Ridings, Molly Rucki, Lauren Salisbury, Ellen Sankovich, Kali
Schroeder, Bailey Shoemaker Richards, Teara Shuck, Andrew
Smith, Eric Smith, Ryan Sponsler, Andrew Steinman, Lauren
Stuck, Susan Thomas, Brett Valentine, Brent Von Stein, Erik
Ward, Emily Weiler, Branden Wiler, Brooke Woodward, Brandi
Young
Intersil Science and Engineering Scholarship
Nicholas Koenig, Christopher Price
Punk and Martha Mains Memorial Scholarship
Susan Thomas
Joyce Swisher Memorial Scholarship
Tim Bowlin
Earl E. Irons Scholarship
Amanda Peterman
M. Andrew May Scholarship
Emily Seitz
Turkey Bowl Memorial Scholarship
Travis Barnhill
William H. Jackson Scholarship
Shannon Bash
The Erica Miller Culinary Arts Scholarship
Jessica Brenneman
Mary Jo Urshalitz Music Scholarship
Shannon Bash
Ronald Jenkins Memorial Scholarship
Lauren Roth
Zach Morgan Memorial Scholarship
Michael Shivers
Mary Jo Urshalitz Nursing Scholarship
Molly Rucki
Kyle Johnson Information Technology Scholarship
Kevin Phamakao
John Noble Hockey Scholarship
Christopher Atkins, Bryan Brigadoi, Max Dobler
The Leo Vielhaber Scholarship in Partnership with the
Hancock County Society for the Handicapped
Alicia Hindall
Kyle Dean Johnson Super Techie Award
Kimberly Baucher
Mike and Pat Oxley Scholarship
Emily Bucher
April Sue Jones Memorial Scholarship
Brooke Woodward
Mary Ellen Poff Memorial Scholarship
Emily Bucher
Bradley Joseph Memorial Scholarship for Medical
Missions
Kelly Hiteshew
E. D. Bud and Jean Retter Scholarship
Joel Burget
Elizabeth Mae Kobeszka Memorial Scholarship
Molly Rucki
John Edward Seman Memorial Scholarship
Christopher Price
Vance Kramer III Scholarship
Rachel Roepke
Dr. Thomas Richard and Wendene Wilson Shoupe Post
Grad Scholarship
Tiffany Beach
Derek T. Krueger Memorial Scholarship
Michael Streaker
Bill Slack Memorial Scholarship
Ellen Sankovich
William H. and Virginia W. Kuck Church and
Community Achievement Award
Lacy Allen
Sheila Lewis Memorial Scholarship
Tom Davidson
Zachary Smith Newspaper Carrier Scholarship
Austin Blaski
Bill Lobb Girls Basketball Scholarship
Ashley Peterson
Glen and Mary Stover Agriculture Scholarship
Lacy Allen
David Lodge Golf Scholarship
Kaitlyn Van Gunten
Stacy Stover Memorial Scholarship
Ashley Klein, Ann Reamsnyder
Kyle P. Luginbuhl Memorial Scholarship
Jessica L. Quellhorst
John P. Stozich Memorial Scholarship
Kyle Hermiller, Amanda Peterman
Lester L. Werntz Scholarship
Carly Holcomb
Nathan C. Wilson Trade and Industrial Technology
Mitchell Furry
Leo and Virginia Woodward Memorial Scholarship
Lacy Allen
George Randolph and Harriet Jacobs Younger
Scholarship
Marcy Lewis, Jantzen Zink
Younger Family Scholarships
GRANTS
Loren Steiner Auto Shop Memorial Scholarship
Seth Sattler
Stephen Dana Younger Scholarship
Erika Friedmeyer
Scott Charles Younger Scholarship
Megan Richter
Paul Randolph Younger Scholarship
Carol Lishawa
Christopher Jon Younger Scholarship
Lee Kindig
Linda B. Ziegler Scholarship
Allison Church
TOTAL 2008 Scholarships Awarded = $274,316
GUIDELINES FOR GRANTSEEKERS
Successful applications typically address problems
to be solved or opportunities to be seized in the
Hancock County area. Grant requests should include some or all of the following elements:
• Programs serving Hancock County residents.
• Programs that make a substantial difference in the quality of community life.
• Programs that avoid duplication of services.
• Programs that demonstrate measurable outcomes.
• Programs that help nonprofit organizations build capacity and become more effective.
• Programs that include financial and other strategic commitments from other funding organizations.
• Programs that expand meaningful civic engagements and build social capital.
• Programs that address prevention as well as remediation.
• Programs that acknowledge and respect diversity and help bridge differences among individuals, organizations, and communities.
• Organizations with fiscal soundness and plans for continuing the program in the future.
• Organizations that demonstrate sustainability.
• Organizations that facilitate collaboration among relevant groups.
• Organizations that use or expand upon demonstrated and documented best practices.
• Organizations that leverage change in the capacity of community-wide systems rather than individual organizations.
• Religious organizations for religious purposes.
• Community services such as police and fire
protection.
• Travel for individuals or groups when it is the
primary focus of the proposal.
• Staff positions for government agencies.
• Stand-alone books, films, or videos.
• Computer equipment.
• Medical research.
• Retroactive programs and projects.
• Partisan political advocacy.
What Does the Foundation Typically
Decline?
The Community Foundation is not likely to support
the following:
• Sponsoring or attending conferences.
• Unnecessary duplication of existing services.
• Requests from individuals.
• Ongoing operating expenses.
• Annual appeals or membership drives.
• Fundraising projects or advertisements;
endowment; debt reduction.
• Capital requests or capital campaigns.*
*Capital projects must help meet a compelling community need;
advance Foundation priorities; and offer broad social benefits. When the
Foundation does participate in a capital project, support is contingent
on funding from other sources. Payment will not be authorized until the
organization has raised a significant percentage of its total dollar goal.
Thinking about submitting a grant
request?
Visit www.community-foundation.com and view the
Grants section of our website. Our Guidelines for
Grantseekers will give you detailed information on
how the grant process works. You may also contact
our office at 419-425-1100 with any questions you
may have.
Grant Review Schedule for Competitive Grants :
Letter of Intent due the First Friday of:
October
January
April
July
Proposals due the First Friday of:
December
March
June
September
Interviews with Program Staff:
January
April
July
October
Board Decisions:
February
May
September
November
GUIDELINES FOR GRANT SEEKERS
What Does the Foundation Typically
Fund?
HANCOCK READS FUND
props used to animate stories in the classroom. To
involve parents, literacy bags were then created for
students to take home. Each cloth bag contains
a copy of the current book and a list of activities
parents can do at home with their child to reinforce
what is being taught in the classroom.
Each book is used for about two weeks in both the
classroom and at home. “Children really respond to
this repetition because they can anticipate what is
going to happen. Repetition gives them reinforced
confidence, plus builds their self esteem and helps
them to begin developing a positive self image…
a powerful tool in their overall development,” says
Linda Benjamin, Developmental Specialist at BVC.
HANCOCK READS FUND
A HancockREADS grant is helping staff at
Blanchard Valley Center (BVC) increase literacy
skills for 72 pre-schoolers and their families. The
Early Intervention staff at BVC works with children
from birth to age three who may be developmentally
delayed in gross or fine motor skills, cognitive
development, speech, and socialization skills. The
goal of this project is to embed literacy from BVC’s
Early Intervention Program within the child’s home
environment by providing parents with the same
books being used in the classroom.
THE GOAL: Involve Parents and Enhance
Home Learning
When a child enters the Early Intervention program,
an extensive team of specialists, including the
parents, is formed to establish strategies promoting
the child’s development. Parents are the most
important teachers in any child’s life, and BVC
staff identified literacy intervention as a way to
increase parent participation. They also knew that
many parents were eager to help, but needed some
guidance and tools to get started.
Using funds from the HancockREADS grant, BVC
staff assembled 12 book tubs containing books and
RESULTS: Kids Connecting With the Story
The results of this program are already evident
in these young students. Children are becoming
involved in the stories, and many are able to verbally
fill in the blanks when asked story-related questions.
Staff reports that children are beginning to use more
forms of expression including gestures, actions,
dramatizations, drawings, and words. They are
“connecting” with the story and anticipate with
excitement the part of the story that’s coming next.
Some of the children are now able to sit for the
entire story session, a task which was very difficult
for them earlier in the year. Parents also report that
their children are showing an interest in books they
had never seen before.
A BONUS RESULT: Literacy Skills for Parents
BVC staff often finds that parents don’t read to their
children because of their own low literacy levels.
A bonus result of this project was the opportunity
2008 HancockREADS Grants
The Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County - $2,310
Connecting literacy with theatre for 800 kindergarten through
second grade Hancock County students.
Findlay City Schools- Chamberlin Hill Intermediate - $600
Instilled a love of books and reading for 30 at-risk students
who participate in the Salvation Army summer feeding
program.
for parents to improve their own reading skills and
confidence levels. Repetitive reading as part of this
program was a very positive experience for many
parents, creating a non-threatening environment
for them to improve their own skills while reading
to their child. One of the parents had indicated to
staff that the program had been hard for her, but she
has continued to read the book with her daughter
at least a couple of times per week. Additionally,
staff notes that with new-found confidence, parents
are getting more involved, and have been asking
questions about additional activities they can use to
help their children like games, music, songs, finger
plays, and art activities. v
HancockREADS, founded in 2001, is an initiative of
The Community Foundation designed to ensure that
individuals and families in Hancock County enjoy
the benefits of literacy. Many individuals in Hancock
County have difficulty reading, writing, or using basic
math skills necessary in everyday life. Our mission is
to ensure that these individuals can find the help they
need to become successful; and to ensure the current
and future success of our children.
Findlay City Schools - Glenwood Middle School - $600
Promoted reading to all Findlay City School students by funding staff for the Glenwood Library Summer Reading Program.
St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church - $1,220
Increased literacy skills for 14 Wilson Vance students through
the Homework Wildcats after-school homework assistance
program.
Findlay City Schools - Chamberlin Hill Intermediate - $600
Purchase nominated books to establish a book club for 275
fourth and fifth graders to read, write, and discuss.
Findlay City Schools - Jacobs Primary - $825
Increased parent involvement, proficiency reading scores, and
love of literacy for 350 students through family literacy nights.
Findlay-Hancock County Public Library - $850
Increased children’s attendance, circulation of children’s
books, and community outreach through use of puppet
theatre.
St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church - $2,440
Increasing literacy skills for 14 Wilson Vance students
through the Homework Wildcats after-school homework assistance program.
CommunityREAD is
a month-long community event that
encourages reading and promotes
the benefits of
literacy. Each year,
a different book is chosen and read by
community members during the month of March. Various events are planned throughout the month at the
library, schools, churches, bookstores, and throughout
the community. Funds raised by the CommunityREAD
event support the HancockREADS grant program.
“The Glass Castle,” by Jeannette Walls, was the 2008
CommunityREAD selection. In her best-selling
memoir, Walls describes growing up in the desert of
the American Southwest and then in a West Virginia
mining town with her three siblings and the brilliant,
unorthodox, irresponsible parents who manage at once
to neglect them, love them, and teach them to face
their fears.
Despite all her hardships, Walls develops the determination to leave West Virginia on her own at the age of
16, move to New York, enroll in Barnard College, and
eventually become a television personality and a wellknown columnist for New York magazine and MSNBC.
com.
Total Grants Awarded Total: $11,498
Walls visited Findlay in April and was overhwelming
well-received by our community. During her visit, she
spoke to students, visited with community members,
and received a standing ovation following her feature
presentation at Central Auditorium.
HANCOCK READS FUND
HANCOCK READS
Blanchard Valley Center - $2,053
Increased literacy skills for 72 Blanchard Valley Center preschoolers and their families through book tubs and literacy
bags.
HANCOCK EDUCATION FUND
Bigelow Hill, Chamberlin Hill, Washington, and Wilson
Vance Intermediate Schools - $1,225
Provided books and materials for 20 elementary students to
learn the Mandarin Chinese language and appreciate the Chinese culture in the Chinese II class. See photo this page.
Vance Intermediate Schools - 1,500
Provided ten $150 scholarships for elementary students to attend Camp READ ‘08.
Vance Intermediate Schools, and Lincoln Elementary
School - $1,538
Supported science materials for third through fifth grade
students to learn the applications for engineering knowledge
around the world, in different fields, and from local professional engineers.
Central Middle School - $792
Provided books for 29 middle school English as a Second Language (ESL) students to build reading fluency and comprehension about their culture and cultures of other ESL students.
The Hancock Education Fund is a cooperative grant
program established in 2001 between The Community Foundation, Findlay Rotary, and Findlay
Rotary’s Golden Apple Teachers. The fund provides
grant dollars to promote classroom learning and
to provide teachers with resources that encourage learning activities. An advisory committee
comprised of members from each of these three
organizations meets semi-annually to review grant
proposals. For a list of 2008 committee members see
page 55.
What is unique to the Hancock Education Fund is
that grantseekers are asked to focus on what is being
called “21st Century Learning” skills. These skills
include cultural awareness and diversity, creative
thinking, technological savvy, and interpersonal
communication skills. Education experts believe
these are the skills necessary to prepare our
students for success in a global economy. v
2008 Hancock Education Fund Grants
Arcadia Local School - $692
Supported science materials for 50 Arcadia students to explore
genetic disorders and diseases caused by DNA code in other
parts of the world.
Arcadia Local School - $1,137
Enhanced the learning process of 150 seventh through ninth
graders by conducting hands-on experiments to better understand the concepts of resonance, seismic waves, and energy
transformations.
Arcadia Local School & Hancock County Schools - $2,000
Provided equipment and supplies for eleventh and twelfth
grade science students throughout Hancock County to learn
the concepts of spectroscopy by using a computer and a SpectroVic spectrophometer.
Bigelow Hill Intermediate School - $1,186
Increased reading levels in 270 struggling and emergent readers
by providing leveled reading books to use in literacy circles.
Central Middle School - $1,183
Increased the knowledge level and learning respectful debate
for 450 students by reading about different cultures and weekly
parent-led group discussions during homeroom or lunch.
Central Middle School - $1,199
Enhanced 166 sixth grade students learning about the periodic
table by providing an elements display mount set and world map.
Central, Donnell, and Glenwood Middle Schools - $636
Provided the book Girl With a Pearl Earring for 60 REACH students to engage in reading by following Mr. Wagner’s journey
to Vermeer.
Central, Donnell, and Glenwood Middle Schools - $2,000
Provided materials and clinicians to teach listening skills to 45
band students to develop musicianship.
Central, Donnell, and Glenwood Middle Schools - $2,000
Encouraged students to learn drumming techniques, sing
songs with drumming accompaniment, and to understand
African and Latin American rhythms through the purchase of
drums and percussion instruments. See photo next page.
Chamberlin Hill Intermediate School - $990
Provided scrapbook materials to increase the scores of 45 third
grade students on Ohio State Social Studies assessments by
personalizing Findlay’s rich history through the creation of
social studies scrapbooks.
Donnell Middle School - $632
Promoted the learning of different cultures to 475 students
through the purchase of books to be used in student Book
Talks to other students.
Jacobs, Jefferson, Northview, and Whittier Primary
Schools - $1,708
Provided books to implement the Findlay City Schools special
needs pre-school literacy program.
Findlay City Schools & Hancock County Schools - $2,000
Supported speaker fees to help 1,000 fifth graders in Hancock
County understand the nature of a bully and the role others
play in supporting or stopping bullying actions. See photo at
top right.
Jefferson Primary School - $1,200
Supported consultant fees for professional storyteller Heather
Forest to promote the oral tradition of storytelling to 300 students and their families through the Story Arts program.
Findlay High School - $1,100
Provided 500 freshmen with the vital connection to their new
school, using junior and senior students trained in the Search
Institute’s 40 developmental assets as mentors to assist peers
and ensure academic and social success.
Findlay High School, Central, Donnell, and Glenwood
Middle Schools - $878
Purchased copies of the book Marley and Me for 550 students
to allow them to participate in the 2009 CommunityREAD
presentation.
Findlay High School, Central, Donnell, and Glenwood
Middle Schools - $2,000
Supported speaker fees to deepen the understanding of 2,000
students about genocide and crimes against humanity by attending a presentation from Loung Ung, a native Cambodian
speaker, who speaks about her childhood experiences as a
victim of the Khmer Rouge.
Findlay High School & Hancock County Schools – $1,691
Provided globally-themed books to expand the Books and
Brownies book clubs.
Glenwood Middle School - $300
Supported museum entrance fees for Glenwood teacher, Jason
Wagner, as he backpacked through ten European countries
documenting art, history, design, and architecture. Wagner
used blogging, video blogging, podcasts, and digital images to
communicate with students to help stimulate their interest in
foreign cultures.
Jacobs Primary School - $935
Supported assembly fees and materials for 260 students to
learn the harmful effects of bullying by attending a Bully Buster
assembly.
Jefferson Primary and Chamberlin Hill Intermediate
Schools - $500
Provided books about working dogs and dogs from other countries to assist with the school’s trained therapy dog.
Whittier Primary School - $1,197
Provided books for 130 first grade students to learn about
world cultures through reading and listening to books, watching DVDs, and tasting foods. Students also took a field trip to
the Black Heritage Library.
Van Buren Middle School - $1,200
Increased 260 middle school students comfort level and student achievement by creating a sixth grade mentoring program
conducted by trained eighth graders who have read “Seven
Habits of Highly Effective Teens.”
Vanlue Local School - $799
Provided drumming instruments and materials for 200 students to develop knowledge about Africa’s history and culture.
Findlay Area Youtheater students presented “Hazard! Bullies at
Work” for Hancock County’s fifth-graders. The play was written
specifically for our countywide assembly by Karen Erickson,
executive director of Creative Directions in Chicago. Erickson is a
teaching artist who works with schools in art assessment, curriculum development, and drama education. She also conducted a
workshop for second through sixth-grade teachers titled “Who’s
the Bully?” This performance and its related workshops are designed to help students understand the nature of a bully and the
role others play in supporting or stopping bullying actions.
World Drumming Instruments
Vanlue Local School - $800
Provided art materials for 80 students to explore world cultures
and produce art, such as masks, motifs, Batik, and ceramics that reflects the visual and material cultures of the native
peoples.
Vanlue Local School - $1,076
Supported science materials for 60 students to strengthen their
awareness of alternative energy resources by providing materials to build a heating system, wind turbine, solar cars, and solar
homes.
Vanlue Local School - $1,193
Provided materials and equipment for 100 high school students
to enhance their learning of math and science by performing
hands-on experiments with sensor probes.
TOTAL 2008 Hancock Education Fund Grants: $38,787
Central, Donnell, and Glenwood Middle Schools received a grant
to purchase World Drumming instruments to encourage students
to learn drumming techniques, sing songs with drumming accompaniment, and to understand African and Latin American
rhythms by giving the students hands-on experience. Respect for
other cultures was emphasized while students listened to African
and Latin American songs and rhythmic accompaniments.
Findlay Enrichment Programs, Inc. - $1,500
Provided support for teachers’ supplies which will allow 120
students in grades 1-5 to attend Camp Discovery and experience hands-on activities related to various types of engineering.
Hazard—Bullies At Work!
YOUTH IN PHILANTHROPY
ECLIPSe
ECLIPSe Member Projects
ECLIPSe (Emerging Community Leaders Investing in
Philanthropic Service) was created in order to promote
youth philanthropy, integrate service learning into
the community, increase youth civic engagement, and
expand the number of youth-adult partnerships in
Hancock County.
Service learning is a powerful educational strategy that makes school work more
relevant by allowing students to use classroom knowledge in a real-world, handson way by providing service that meets actual community needs. The following
are several projects where ECLIPSe youth members played important roles.
ECLIPSe members are Hancock County youth in the eighth
grade through college. Youth members participate in a wide variety of service learning projects such as Make A Difference Day, Coats
for Christmas, National Youth Service Day, March of Dimes Walk
America, and CommunityREAD.
In addition to participating
in their own service learning
projects, ECLIPSe members
provide funds to other youthdriven service learning projects
in Hancock County. The
ECLIPSe Youth Grantmaking
Council reviews grant applications, meets and interviews
potential grantees, and makes
funding decisions based on
established guidelines. Since
2002, a total of 48 grants have been awarded totaling $43,334.68 to
support local youth-driven service learning projects.
ECLIPSe
More than 150 youth have participated in ECLIPSe since 2001 and
their projects impact approximately 10,000 youth annually. As
ECLIPSe members, youth participate as equal voting members with
adult partners. They facilitate and run their own meetings and activities. ECLIPSe representatives also regularly attend The Community
Foundation board meetings to report on their grantmaking and
other activities.
100 BEST COMMUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
Youth members assisted in applying for Findlay-Hancock County to be considered one of
the “100 Best Communities for Young People” by America’s Promise- the Alliance for Youth.
Findlay-Hancock County received this award in 2005, 2007, and 2008. Findlay-Hancock
County is the only three time winner of this award in Ohio.
LEARN & SERVE MODEL GRANT
Ohio Department of Education - Learn and Serve Ohio awarded ECLIPSe a Model Grant in
June 2007 and 2008. ECLIPSe serves as a mentor in the state of Ohio to other schools and
communities interested in service learning.
SUPPORTING STUDENT SUCCESS SUMMIT
ECLIPSe was selected as one of eight presenters at the Governor’s “Supporting Student
Success Summit” to address the high school drop out rate in Ohio in November 2008. Recommendations from that presentation were given to the Governor as he crafted his state
Education Plan. His plan, announced in January 2009, included a recommendation for all
Ohio students to participate in service learning before they graduate from high school.
ZACH MORGAN MEMORIAL SOCCER TOURNAMENT
ECLIPSe youth members were instrumental in coordinating the inaugural Zach Morgan
Memorial Soccer Tournament in memory of their friend and fellow ECLIPSe member who
was killed in a tragic car accident. Proceeds from this event support the Zach Morgan
Memorial Youth Leadership Fund.
ECLIPSe Youth Members
Lacy Allen
Elizabeth Blaser
Michael Blaser
Jessica Borer
Megan Borer
Brittany Borsani
Jessica Borsani
Eric Brown
Levi Bruce
Spencer Bruce
John Cassidy
Julia Edelbrock
Kaitlyn Endicott
Tayler Finsel
Shelby Fletcher
Austin Fox
Michael Fox
Erika Friedmeyer
Alicia Humphrey
Erin Jenkins
Steve Jones
Robert Kelley
Elizabeth Kniss
Emily Lause
Michael Lause
Tyler Lilley
Stephen Mackell
Layne Martin
Shanna Martinez
Angie Martaus
Kayla Meeks
Richard Meyer
Andrea Mitchell
Cory Morgan
Rachel Roepke
Phil Runion
Stephanie Sawyer
Kailie Scarlett
Rachael Schumm
Teresa Selhorst
Meghan Siebeneck
Kiersten Smith
Cole Stuby
Nate Thomas
Michael Varney
Ryan Vorst
Marc Wadsworth
Jessica Wilson
Janelle Wood
Brody Yingling
Maggie Yoder
Sam Yoder
2008 ECLIPSe Grants
Findlay High School Junior Statesman of America - $400
Supported a project to educate elementary school students about the educational needs in
Tanzania and helped build a multi-room 6th-12th grade school in Tanga, Tanzania. See photos
below.
Findlay High School Junior Statesman of America - $174.40
Supported a project to educate students and the community about the need for farm implements in Tanzania.
Gliding Stars - $462
Supported the creation of an educational book highlighting inspirational stories of volunteers
and participants with disabilities.
Van Buren High School - $525
Supported the Freshman Mentoring program between high school students who mentor one
another as well as mentoring elementary students on a variety of character related topics.
Van Buren Middle School - $550
Supported the Circle of Friends mentoring program between students with disabilities and
their typically-performing peers.
University of Findlay - $2,000
Supported students at The University of Findlay in a collaborative project to research the benefits of raising the local sales tax rate.
2008 ECLIPSe Grant total: $4,111.40
Findlay Secondary School - Tanga, Tanzania
2008-2009 Learn and Serve Grants
Alternative Opportunity Center - $1,475
Supported the Alternative Opportunity Center service learning projects taking place
through the Asset and Life Skills Course.
Arlington High School - $600
Supported Arlington High School foreign language students in a project with Mission Possible to provide library books for students in Haiti.
Findlay High School - $496.37
Supported the Findlay High School Helping Our Community Project through the Family
and Consumer Science Class.
Findlay High School - $645
Supported the Findlay High School Save
Johnson’s Island-PAST Project in taking
students to the National Service Learning
Conference.
Liberty Benton High School - $750
To expand the STRIDES service learning
program with an added component for freshman students.
Millstream Career and Technology
Center - $1,700
To rebuild “Buster the Bus” to teach elementary school students from all over northwest
Ohio about bus safety.
Van Buren Elementary School - $4,600
Supported the Van Buren Elementary School Medieval Garden Project expansion of school
gardens.
Washington Intermediate School - $1,050
Supported the Washington Intermediate School Think “N” Green Project helping develop a
variety of environmental service learning projects.
Findlay High School’s Junior Statesmen of America helped fund a multi-room 6th-12th grade
school in Tanga, Tanzania. Construction continues on this building, which is called the Findlay
Secondary School. Two of Findlay’s JSA members will travel to Tanzania this summer to help
with the construction. JSA also works locally to educate our community about the needs in
Tanzania. They have also raised money to purchase farm equipment for this Tanzanian community.
2008 Grant total: $11,676.37.
Funds awarded during this grant cycle were distributed
from funds housed at the Hancock County Educational Service Center.
ECLIPSe
Van Buren High School - $360
Supported Van Buren High School’s Freshman Mentoring program between high school
students who mentor one another as well as mentoring elementary students on a variety of
character related topics.
BOARD AND STAFF
BOARD & STAFF
Board of Trustees of the Foundation
We would like to take this opportunity to
remember those who have served in the past
on The Dorney Fund’s Findlay Distribution
Committee and The Findlay-Hancock Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees.
David S. Healy
G. Norman Nicholson
Ralph D. Russo
Charles F. Stumpp, Jr.
Karl L. Heminger
Chairman
Retired, Spencer
Patterson Insurance
Vice Chairman
Retired, Vice President
of Marketing, Marathon
Oil Co.
Secretary
Attorney at Law,
Betts, Miller & Russo
Treasurer
President, Pry Professional
Group
Publisher, The Courier
Michael S. Needler
Jennifer Payne-White
J. Alec Reinhardt
Judy M. Rower
Charles J. Younger
President/CEO,
Needler Enterprises,
Inc.
Owner, Gifts in Time
Retired, Executive Vice
President, Cooper Tire &
Rubber Company
Retired, Educational
Administrator
President, Continental
Cablevision, Inc.
Donald E. Badertscher
Reverend G. Terry Bard
Pamela K.M. Beall
The Honorable W. Bentley Burr
Roy E. Carlson
The Honorable Allan H. Davis
Reverend Gerald Davison
Jeffrey M. Erickson
Lee R. Luff
Donald S. Renninger
The Honorable Keith Romick
Patrick W. Rooney
James W. Speck
The Honorable John P. Stozich
Steven H. Walker
Foundation Staff
Katherine Kreuchauf
Kimberly J. Bash
Julie L. Brown
Lisa M. Houck
Karen L. Smith
Christa K. Steiner
Marie J. Swaisgood
President
Program Officer
Program Officer
Administrative
Assistant
Financial Officer
Communications Officer
Donor Services Officer
Hancock Properties Foundation, Inc.
Charles F. Stumpp, Jr. - Chairman
Michael S. Needler - Vice Chairman
Katherine Kreuchauf - Secretary
G. Norman Nicholson - Treasurer
Beverly A. Fisher
James R. Heck
David P. Kuenzli
Barbara Deerhake - retired 9/2008
Community Impact Committee
Julie Anderson
Kimberly Bash
Timothy Brugeman
K.C. Collette
Bradley Cox
Carol Dale-Joseph
Barbara Deerhake
Sherri Garner Brumbaugh
Bil Homka
Ed Ingold
Kathy Kreuchauf
Tracy McMath
Sarah Palmer
Marty Rothey
Judy Rower
Ralph Russo
Precia Stuby
Marc Washington
Janelle Busdeker
Sue Davis
Matt Dysinger
Mike Eier
Dave Hanson
Lisa Houck
Julie Miller
Linda Miller
Roger Miller
Paul Moyer
Martha Rothey
Barbara Tidd
Beppie Walarius
Deb Wickerham
Judy Withrow
HancockREADS
Kim Plesec
Jane McCleary
Carol Dunn / Sybil Galer
Kevin Hennessy / Burt Roberts
Linda VanDerMolen
Martha Rothey
CommunityREAD
Cindi Chasse
Sarah Clevidence
Rindy Crates
Carol Dunn
AnnaLee Kemp
Debra Lautermilch
Jodi Miller
Tiffani Murray-Hogrefe
Terry Olthouse
Debbie Reynolds
Stephanie Roth
Martha Rothey
Linda VanDerMolen
Sandy White
Judy Withrow
LAPE Grant Committee
Kimberly Bash
Laura Davis
Janet Greiner
Gary Kapostasy
Mark Miller
John Miller
Sandy Recker
Stephanie Roth
Edie Wannemacher
Sandy White
Greg Williamson
Judy Withrow
Frank and Annett Hollington
Guglielmi Supporting Organization
Board of Directors:
Handbags That Help Guiding Circle
2008-2009
Mary Beth Hammond, Chair
Pauline Milligan, Vice-Chair
JoAnne Ingold, Secretary
Beverly Fisher, Treasurer
Julie Anderson, Grants Committee Chair
Rindy Crates, Program Committee Chair
Pam Lather, Communications Chair
Karen Cline, Member-At-Large
2009-2010
Mary Beth Hammond, Chair
Pauline Milligan, Vice-Chair
Sandy Hansen , Secretary
Allyson Perry, Treasurer
Julie Anderson, Grants Committee Chair
Rindy Crates, Program Committee Chair
JoAnne Ingold, Communications Chair
Kolleen Kirk Rill, Member-At-Large
ECLIPSe Advisory Committee
Barbara Brahm, Ohio State University Extension
Julie Brown, Hancock Youth Leadership
Heather Eichner, Univ. of Findlay Campus Compact
Mark Miller, Hancock Co. Educational Service Center
Beverly Phillips, United Way of Hancock County
Marty Rothey, TCF Program Staff
Meghan Siebeneck, ECLIPSe (youth member)
Crystal Weitz, University of Findlay Campus Compact
Sandy White, Findlay City Schools
ECLIPSe Financial Sustainability
Committee
Ed Erner
Tayler Finsel
Mary Beth Hammond
Rachel Roepke
Marty Rothey
Jeanne Rustic
Nicole Winkle
Richard Flowers
Annett Hollington Guglielmi
Frank Guglielmi, Chair
Michael Needler
Ralph Russo
Ex-Officio Members:
Annie Guglielmi, Chris Guglielmi,
Philip Guglielmi
VOLUNTEERS & COMMITTEES
VOLUNTEERS & COMMITTEE MEMBERS
FINANCIAL REPORT
When you place your gifts in our care, we know that you count on The Community Foundation to operate efficiently and invest wisely. An active Board of
Trustees oversees the financial assets of the Foundation, and works with our
Finance & Investment Committee and independent investment consultants to
exercise high standards of management and fiscal stewardship.
not predict when and how the market will improve, but based on our superior
investment performance over the long term, we are confident that the funds you
have entrusted to us will continue to grow over time, providing grants to help
the causes important to us all. v
Our current investment performance reflects the U.S. and global economic upheaval that began in late 2007 and continues today. We continue to work closely
with our investment advisors, monitoring the markets and keeping in mind
The Community Foundation’s long-term goals for investment performance. Our
portfolio is highly diversified, and our asset allocation reflects the wisdom of an
investment committee and advisors with many years of investment experience.
Example of an Endowed Fund
Original Gift Amount 1996: Example of an Endowed Fund
Graph A: Fund Balance Over Time
$150,000
$130,000
$110,000
$90,000
$70,000
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$50,000
Graph B: Annual Grants From Fund
$6,000
$5,000
$4,000
$3,000
$2,000
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In troubling times, we need to be prudent, realistic, and most importantly,
patient. That means keeping our disciplined, long-term perspective. We can-
$121,662
96
Graph B shows the grants made from the fund. Note that this graph exhibits a
much smoother curve than Graph A, demonstrating the methodology of our
spending policy. Grants from endowed funds are based on a spending policy
calculated on an average of the previous 12 quarters as of June 30th. This policy
helps to “smooth out” the amount available to spend, protecting grant distributions from market fluctuations.
$62,560
Fund Balance June 2008: 19
Graph A shows the fund balance over time. After an initial period of growth
from 1996-2000, note the period of decline experienced from 2000-2003 and the
subsequent period of growth from 2003-2007, recovering almost to the 2000 level. While it is tempting to allow these short-term fluctuations to influence our
thinking, it is important to remember that returns are cyclical. History suggests
that conditions will improve over the long term. That’s why our investment
strategies are structured to weather the bad times as well as take advantage of
the good times. Simply put, we invest for the long haul.
Total Grants 1996-2009: 19
FINANCIAL REPORT
All of our endowment funds have a common objective: to support our community forever. At right, we have presented a synopsis of a fund held at the Foundation. This fund is a wonderful illustration of the power of endowment and the
prudence of our spending policy. Established in 1996 with a gift of $90,000, the
fund has granted $62,560 to support our community over the last thirteen years.
$90,000
Finance & Investment Committee
Garry L. Peiffer
John B. Arnold
Hon. Allan H. Davis
Thomas B. Donnell
Chairman
Senior Vice President, Finance
& Information Technology,
Marathon Ashland Petroleum
Retired, Fifth Third Bank
Judge, Hancock County
Probate and Juvenile
Courts
Chairman Emeritus,
Fifth Third Bank of
Northwest Ohio
John H. Haywood
J. Alec Reinhardt
Charles F. Stumpp, Jr.
Division Vice President,
Whirlpool Corporation
President, Cooper Tire &
Rubber Company
President, Pry
Professional Group
Katherine Kreuchauf
Barbara M. Deerhake
Karen L. Smith
President, The
Community Foundation
(began Sept 2008)
President, The
(through Sept 2008)
Financial Officer, The
The Community Foundation’s charitable funds were held by the following investment managers in 2008. The Board of Trustees, working through its Finance
& Investment Committee, establishes the investment guidelines and policies
for the management of The Community Foundation’s assets. Fund Evaluation
Group (FEG) monitors investment performance of assets held by the following
managers:
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•
•
•
•
•
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Fifth Third Bank
Huntington Bank
Victory Capital Management, Key Bank
First Federal Bank
Merrill Lynch
Butterfield Fulcrum Group
Citco Investor Relations Group
UBS Fund Services Ltd.
From time to time, the Board of Trustees will consider the addition of investment
managers where donors have existing relationships.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Members of this committee are stewards of The Community Foundation’s
assets. Specifically, committee members review financial statements and
reports, assist in the preparation of an annual administrative budget, safeguard
the organization’s assets, and monitor investment performance.
Investment Managers
Foundation Assets by Fund Type
Gifts Received by Fund Type
Administrative
2% Unrestricted
Charitable Gift Annuity
3%
1%
Donor Advised
4%
Agency Endowment
7%
CRT & CGA
1%
Field of Interest
3%
Agency
6%
Scholarships
6%
Unrestricted
70%
Designated
7%
Pass
Through
41%
Field of Interest
9%
Designated
9%
Donor
Advised
7%
FINANCIAL REPORT
Scholarships
24%
Our Foundation and our community are truly fortunate to have such a large portion of our assets as
unrestricted dollars. This allows us to use our expertise to meet the ever-changing needs in Findlay and
Hancock County. The Foundation now holds more than 260 individual funds.
Gifts and bequests in 2008 totaled $1,949,139.
Investments by Asset Class
Hedge Fund of Funds
5%
Bank Loans
5%
Commodity/TIPS
5%
Growth of Foundation Assets
$80,000,000
Core Fixed Income
22.5%
70,000,000
60,000,000
International Small Cap
5%
50,000,000
Emerging Markets
5%
40,000,000
30,000,000
Mid Cap Equity
7.5%
Large Cap Equity
20%
Small Cap Equity
10%
20,000,000
10,000,000
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19
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19
International Equity
15%
FINANCIAL STATEMENT
THE FINDLAY-HANCOCK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
THE FINDLAY-HANCOCK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Activities
As of December 31, 2008 and 2007
For the years ended December 31, 2008 and 2007
Assets
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Investments, at Fair Value
Receivables and Other Assets
Net Property & Equipment
Total Assets
Liabilities and Net Assets
Grants Payable and Other Liabilities
Funds Held for Agencies
Note Payable
Total Liabilities
Net Assets
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
$4,001,212
40,732,625
774,532
4,551,866
$50,060,235
2007
$5,733,443
64,893,772
367,152
4,708,382
$75,702,749
$1,225,693
2,777,016
4,600,000
$ 8,602,709
$789,859
4,373,024
4,600,000
$9,762,883
41,457,526
$50,060,235
65,939,866
$75,702,749
2008
Revenue and Support
Contributions
Investment Income and Gains
Other Revenue
Total Revenue and Support
2007
$1,949,139
2,788,313
523,887
5,261,339
$2,272,275
4,769,686
418,036
7,459,997
Expenses
Investment Losses
Grants
Program Expenses
Other Expenses
Total Expenses
25,219,198
3,031,142
597,336
896,003
29,743,679
1,316,655
441,749
1,283,003
3,041,407
Increase in Net Assets
Net Assets, Beginning of Year
(24,482,340)
65,939,866
4,418,590
61,521,276
Net Assets, End of Year
$41,457,526
$65,939,866
The Foundation is audited annually by Weber O’Brien Ltd. Complete audited financial statements are available upon request.
FINANCIAL REPORT
2008
2008 Annual Report
The Findlay-Hancock County
101 W. Sandusky St., Suite 207
Findlay, OH 45840
419-425-1100
www.community-foundation.com
Editor, Design, & Production
Christa K. Steiner, Communications Officer
Contributing Writer
Laurie Wurth Pressel, Wurth Writing
Findlay, Ohio
Printing
Kennedy Printing Company
Findlay, Ohio
Photographs & Supporting Information
Randy Roberts, The Courier, Hancock Park
District, Mazza Museum, Camp Fire USA
of Northwest Ohio, Hancock Christian
Clearing House, Findlay City Schools, Linda
DeArment, Ohio State University Extension,
Habitat for Humanity, Hancock County
Center for Safe and Healthy Children, Hope
House, Dental Center of Northwest Ohio,
The Arts Partnership, Hancock County
ADAMHS Board, Blanchard Valley Center,
© 2009 The Findlay-Hancock County Community
Foundation
FOR HANCOCK COUNTY. FOREVER.

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