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Our Mission
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation is
dedicated to improving the quality of life in the Hancock
County area through collaborative leadership, responsible
grantmaking, and development of philanthropic giving.
Table of Contents
Letter from the President
3
How Will You Remember Your Community? 5
They Remembered Their Community
7
Dorney Legacy Society
9
Working with the Foundation
11
Ways To Give
13
Handbags That Help
15
The Family Center
16-17
Our New Funds
19-23
Funds of the Foundation
25-39
Our Donors
41-49
Our Grants
51-56
Our Scholarship Recipients
56-58
Guidelines for Grantseekers
59
HancockREADS
60
Hancock Education Fund
61
Youth Philanthropy, ECLIPSe
62-63
National Standards
65
Board of Directors
67
Staff
67
Our Volunteers & Committee Members
68-69
Finance & Investment Committee
71
Investment Managers
71
Financial Report
72-73
2007 Annual Report - How Will You Remember Your Community? • 1976
1976 L. Dale Dorney leaves a $5 million bequest dedicated to strengthening collegiate business education in Ohio and improving the quality of life in Hancock County.
1979 The first grants are distributed from the L. Dale Dorney Fund, a trust of the Cleveland Foundation.
1987 The first
officer.
1991 1992 1993 1994
1996 local office of the L. Dale Dorney Fund opens with Barbara Deerhake as program 1992
G. Norman Nicholson and Thomas B. Donnell co-chair the steering committee of community leaders to establish a community foundation in Hancock County.
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation is established under the guiding arm of the Cleveland Foundation. Marathon Oil Company makes the first gift to The Community Foundation.
Thomas B. Donnell establishes the first
Foundation.
donor-advised fund at The Community The first scholarship is established at The Community Foundation—The Linda B. Ziegler Scholarship.
The Advisory Committee of The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation makes the first Foundation grant.
1999
1999
The portion of the Dorney Fund allocated to Hancock County is invested in The Community Foundation when it becomes independent from the Cleveland Foundation. The Foundation, now governed by a Board of Directors, names G. Norman Nicholson as Chairman and Barbara Deerhake as President.
L. Dale Dorney Legacy
Society
is established to honor Mr. Dorney’s generous gift.
The Foundation office is moved from the Jones building to the Glass Block Building.
2000
Frank and Annett Hollington Guglielmi establish the first supporting organization. The Marie Berry Scholarship program is now administered by The Community Foundation.
The first endowment-building campaign is conducted to meet the public support test. Three initiatives are started: ECLIPSe, HancockREADS, and the Hancock Education Fund.
2002 The Community Foundation works with United Way and the ADAMHS Board to complete a
community needs assessment. The Foundation serves as fiscal sponsor of the
Veterans Memorial Project. Grant awards top the million-dollar mark, totaling $1,003,033.
2001
2003 2004 2005
2006 The completion of 10 years of successful service to our community is celebrated. Assets grow to $27.5 million and grantmaking surpasses the $1.1 million mark.
Foundation receives the single largest gift to date—$25 million in unrestricted assets from the estate of Madeleine Thomas Schneider. This gift nearly doubles the assets of the Foundation.
The Community Foundation celebrates 10 years of grantmaking. The
opens its doors to house 17 nonprofit organizations.
2008
Family Center Foundation assets top $75 million, with a record $2.7 million given in grant awards. The Dorney Fund has contributed more than $7 million in grant funding over the last 30 years.
2008
2007 2006
The Family Center project, to establish a multi-tenant nonprofit center at 1800 North Blanchard Street, begins. Grantmaking increases by $700,000 to over $1.8 million.
After 21 years, Barbara Deerhake, the first local program officer for the Dorney Fund and founding president of The Community Foundation, retires.
• The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
Dear Friends,
How will you remember your community? On the inside covers and throughout this annual report you will find photos
of memorable places and events in Findlay and Hancock County. We hope that these images remind you of what a
wonderful community we live in—rich in both history and in spirit.
This annual report also tells the stories of individuals who ”remembered their community” by leaving a lasting legacy
through The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation. Many individuals and families have established funds
to support local nonprofit agencies, send students to college, and remember causes close to their hearts. Others
have established “unrestricted” funds to give the Foundation the flexibility to meet the future changing needs of our
community. Leaving a legacy gift is a wonderful way to “remember your community.”
Why should you “remember your community” through a legacy gift? Some of you may want to give back to the community
where you were raised, where you worked, where you owned your business, or where you reared your family. Some
may wish to create a legacy in our community knowing that you will not be forgotten, or you
may wish to memorialize a parent, spouse, or loved one. Perhaps you want to create a legacy
because you know other people who have done so. Whatever your reasons, we can assure you
that your gift will be taken care of and used according to your instructions. Working with you
and your professional advisors, we can make giving easy and uncomplicated. I encourage you
to “remember your community” by making a bequest or planned gift to help the Foundation
continue making a difference in our community. Of course, gifts during your lifetime are also
welcomed.
A great example of a legacy gift that has forever changed our community is the 2005 gift we
received from Madeleine Thomas Schneider. This year we undertook a project to document
her life, and while immersed in the rich history of this family, the common thread throughout
was the strong tie Madeleine had to Findlay and Hancock County. Even though she lived in
other communities all of her adult life, she “remembered her community” in her estate plan and
by doing so, ensured that her legacy will live on forever. While her generous gift may be larger
than most people are able to give, her story reveals generations of caring and dedication to our
community that is no different from the many families who have roots in Hancock County.
Please remember, gifts large and small are all important. Charitable giving is for everyone!
In 2007, over 1,200 individuals made gifts totaling $2,272,275 to The Community Foundation to
benefit Findlay and Hancock County. Because of their generosity, the Foundation’s assets have
grown to more than $75 million. This allowed us to grant a record $2.7 million to local nonprofit organizations last year.
As most of you know, I will be retiring in 2008 after 21 years with the Dorney Fund and The Community Foundation. I
approach my retirement, not surprisingly, with mixed emotions—knowing that I will miss working with all of you; yet
feeling fully confident that this organization is poised for a brilliant future. The Board of Directors has set in place a
strategic plan with a clear vision for the future, and our talented staff will continue to grow the legacy of this organization
and the good work we’re doing in our community.
As I close, I wish to thank our local nonprofit organizations who are at the forefront every day—working together to
make life better for so many people in our community. I thank our board of directors for giving me the opportunity to
lead this Foundation and to have a role in the development and growth of our community. And last, but certainly not
least, I wish to thank each of our donors for putting their confidence and trust in the Foundation. It is because of you
that our community will continue to grow and prosper for generations to come.
Sincerely,
Barbara M. Deerhake
President
2007 Annual Report - How Will You Remember Your Community? • A Message to the Community
A Message to the Community
Downtown Findlay
“The more things change, the more they stay the same.”
— Alphonse Karr
This photo taken in the late 1950’s or early 1960’s shows downtown Findlay. Notice the buildings and landmarks we still see today, like the courthouse, the Marathon Building (then Ohio
Oil Co.), and most of the downtown retail buildings. Then remember the ones that are no
more, like the tip-top of the former Hancock County Sheriff ’s Department building (at the
very bottom of the photo) and the Phoenix Hotel (across from the courthouse). Think about
the buildings and landmarks that are new to the landscape like the Municipal Building and
Justice Center.
Downtown Findlay has changed a lot in the last 50 years, but in many ways it’s still very much
the same. Businesses and buildings may have come and gone, but the entrepreneurial spirit
and the strong sense of community are all still very much alive and thriving. Photo courtesy of
The Courier.
How Will You Remember Your Community?
As you read through this annual report, let your mind explore the
possibilities . . . ways in which you might remember your community
through a charitable contribution. What is important to you? Is there
a nonprofit organization dear to your heart? Perhaps you’d like to
leave a lasting gift for your church or school. Whatever your passion,
whatever your special memory, take a moment to reflect on the community you call home . . . and how you might provide for its future.
How Will Your Community Remember You?
How will people remember you in fifty years? . . . one hundred years?
. . . two hundred years? By remembering your community with an
endowed legacy gift, you can ensure that people will remember you
for generations to come . . . even forever.
Imagine touching a life 50 years from now. Picture neighborhoods
where everyone has a home, healthy children have never known abuse
or neglect, good schools abound for hungry young minds, college
educations are financially attainable for everyone . . . and good jobs are
waiting for them. Who could make this all possible? You can make it
not just possible, but a reality.
If you’d like to be remembered for contributions like these, The
Community Foundation can help. Each of our funds was created by
someone driven to do good things for our community. People like L.
Dale Dorney, Madeleine Thomas Schneider, Tell and Opal Thompson,
M. Margaret Foster, Patty and John Luther, Beverly Fisher, Charles and
Mariann Younger, George Countryman, Philip D. Gardner, and Floyd
and Alice Curran to name only a few. Take a look at our complete list
of funds beginning on page 25 for more examples of how people have
remembered our community and left legacies that will be remembered and appreciated forever.
Whether you have modest means or plentiful resources, we can help
you shape your own charitable legacy to make a lasting difference for
our community, anonymously, or in your name.
Please enjoy the memories this publication evokes, and enjoy thinking about the impact you can make on Findlay and Hancock County
with your own legacy. How will you remember your community. . . and
how will your community remember you? v
2007 Annual Report - How Will You Remember Your Community? • REMEMBER YOUR COMMUNITY
How Will You Remember Your Community?
Dorney
L. Dale Dorney
1886 - 1976
Madeleine Thomas Schneider
1914 - 2005
M. Margaret Foster
1913 - 2005
Three wonderful examples of remembering your community are L. Dale Dorney, Madeleine Thomas Schneider, and
M. Margaret Foster. Each of these individuals left a legacy to our community that will continue to grow and give forever.
The impact of their forethought and generosity will be felt by Findlay and Hancock County for generations to come.
L. Dale Dorney
Madeleine Thomas Schneider
L. Dale Dorney is the father of philanthropy in our community. A shy and private man, Dale made his mark as
an astute businessman and wise investor, yet always
downplayed his material wealth. Few knew the extent to
which Dale had pursued his life-long dream of building a
substantial asset that would lastingly serve his beloved
community. Even fewer knew of the $5 million estate he
had built, nearly half of which he would leave to Findlay
and Hancock County.
Madeleine Thomas Schneider is a true “daughter of Findlay,” with roots reaching back to the earliest pioneers who
settled in our community in the 1800s.
In 1977, the year following his death, the L. Dale Dorney
Fund was created as a trust of the Cleveland Foundation.
Dale had 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 under the nurturing
arm of the Cleveland Foundation. On February 28, 1999,
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
became an independent entity.
In the last thirty years, the Dorney Fund has granted
more than $7 million to our community and today is valued at more than $13.8 million. The impact of his legacy
has been so substantial that it can reasonably be said that
every Hancock County resident has been impacted by his
gift in one way or another. v
The co-valedictorian of the Findlay High School Class of
1932, Madeleine went on to receive both her bachelor’s
and master’s degrees in physics from prestigious Smith
College. She nobly served her country during World War
II, and loved and supported her husband throughout his
groundbreaking career in neurosurgery.
While she lived in other communities all of her adult life,
Madeleine never forgot her roots in Findlay. Through
the years, she always kept close tabs on her hometown
through the Courier and through frequent contact with
close friends and family.
Through friends and financial advisors she began to learn
more about Hancock County’s growing community foundation. And even though she never met with a Foundation representative, she made provisions in her will for the
majority of her estate to be left to Findlay and Hancock
County as an unrestricted fund of The Findlay-Hancock
County Community Foundation. Upon her passing in
2005, her gift of more than $25 million nearly doubled the
assets of the Foundation.
Her gift has already made a lasting impact on our community, helping to fund The Family Center operations and
many other vital community projects. v
M. Margaret Foster
Born in Findlay in 1913, Margaret graduated from Findlay High School and Bowling Green State University. She served
the youth of our community as a teacher for 38 years, including locally at Arcadia Local Schools and Donnell Junior High
School. Believing strongly in the power of education, Margaret wanted to make a difference in our community. Knowing
that she could do so through The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation, in 1999 she established three scholarships: the M. Margaret Foster Scholarship, the William Clark Foster Scholarship (in honor of her brother, a local attorney),
and the American Association of University Women Scholarship. At that time she also established a fund for the City
Mission, an emergency shelter for those in need. In 2000, she established funds to support the Findlay-Hancock County
Public Library’s Genealogy Department and the Hancock Historical Museum, specifically the Little Red Schoolhouse, the
MacArthur Train, and the Mae Hutson Local History Resource Center.
Knowing that the Foundation would follow her wishes, Margaret used her estate plan to establish five additional funds:
the M. Margaret Foster Fund for CASA/GAL, M. Margaret Foster Fund for United Way of Hancock County Agency Support, M. Margaret Foster Education Fund, M. Margaret Foster Health Fund, and the M. Margaret Foster Women and
Children’s Fund. Just as she touched many lives during her teaching career, Margaret will continue to touch many more
lives as her gifts provide support for the agencies and causes she cared about. v
2007 Annual Report - How Will You Remember Your Community? • THEY REMEMBERED...
They Remembered Their Community...
L. Dale Dorney
On September 11, 1987, the courtyard in front of the Findlay Municipal Building was
named “Dorney Plaza” in honor of Leland Dale Dorney. Then mayor, Keith Romick,
noted , “As we walk through the plaza, none of us will ever forget L. Dale Dorney.” At
that time, the Dorney Fund had already granted more than $1.5 million to local agencies. Today, the fund has granted over $7 million and is valued at more than $13.8 million.
In 1999, the Foundation established the Dorney Legacy Society in honor of the
man who cared so deeply for his community. Many others have shared the same
commitment and have joined the Society by making a planned gift to the Foundation
during their lifetime, in a will, or other estate plans.
“He loved Findlay. He wanted to leave something that would endure and, with the proper
attention, make our community an even better place to live for future generations.”
— The Honorable Allan H. Davis
Chairperson of the original Dorney Fund Distribution Committee
Donors who make a commitment to Findlay and Hancock
County’s future through a planned gift or bequest to the
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’d 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 generous 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.
sure your estate plan continues to accomplish your personal, financial, and charitable objectives.
Be named in Foundation publications. We’d 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. Tomorrow, 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.
The 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 and ideas on how you can
incorporate charitable giving into your estate plan. For
more information on planned giving or the Dorney Legacy
Society please contact the Foundation at 419-425-1100. v
Working with your professional advisor, we want to make
Dorney Legacy Society Members
Herb S. Aldrich*
W. Sherman* and Wanda Alge
Eva Kate Cowen Anderson*
Gertrude O. Anderson*
Albert J. Ball*
Randy Baker
John C.* and Jane C. Barbieri
Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Barchent, Jr.
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 Bycynski*
Ruth E.* and Kenneth C. Casteel
James L. Child, Jr.*
Charles Robert Clapper*
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 H. Davis
William P.* and Pauline J.* Deisel
Dr. Richard and Mrs. Barbara Deerhake
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Donnell
L. Dale Dorney*
Mary Ann Emerine*
Jennifer L. Fell*
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
Beth Bradley Heck*
W. Kenneth* and R. Ruth* Helvie
John W. Hollington*
J. William Hollington
Earl E. Irons*
William H. Jackson*
Ronald N. Jenkins*
Kyle Dean Johnson*
April Sue Jones*
Brad Joseph*
Elizabeth Mae Kobeszka*
George H. and Helen K. Koepke
Vance Kramer III*
Derek T. Krueger*
Marjorie Kuhlman*
William H.* and Martha E.* Lape
Gertrude A. Lee*
David Lodge*
Kyle P. Luginbuhl*
Benjamin R. L. Lunn*
Patricia M. and John M.* Luther
Gordon* and Marilyn* Macklin
Punk* and Martha* Mains
Howard* and Carolyn* Marvin
M. Andrew May*
Richard J. McCall*
Richard and Lynn McCord
Robert L. McClellan
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
Mike and Pat Oxley
Jim and Mahrokh (Esfandiary) Palte
Sterling* and Meredith* Pfeiffer
Mary Ellen Poff*
G. (Bud)* and Valerie* Poole
J. Alec and Sandra M. Reinhardt
Roger Renz*
E.D. (Bud)* and Jean* Retter
Marv and Judy Rower
Ralph Russo
John H. Schaefer*
Madeleine Thomas Schneider*
Elaine Schoonmaker
Dorothy F. Secor*
John Edward Seman*
Robert A. Shamp*
T.R. Shoaff*
Dr. Thomas Richard Shoupe*
Wendene Wilson Shoupe
Don V. Sink and Mary (Pat) Sink
Gene and Elaine Stevens
Robert L.* and Dortha W.* Stober
Roberta Stober
Glen R. Stover*
John P. Stozich*
Jack and Midge Thomas
Richard Thompson*
Tell* and Opal* Thompson
Jane J. and Raymond J.* Tille, M.D.
Mary Jo Urshalitz*
Anna VanGorder*
Leo Vielhaber*
Deborah Ruth Wall*
James and Patricia Wall
C.P.* and Evelyn J. Weaver
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*
Anonymous (16)
*deceased
2007 Annual Report - How Will You Remember Your Community? • DORNEY LEGACY SOCIETY
Dorney Legacy Society
County Fair
Hancock County Fair
Hancock County’s deep agricultural roots are celebrated each year at the Hancock
County Fair. The junior fair livestock auction, held on Labor Day for over 60 years,
is a day-long event which showcases hundreds of animals and is the culmination of
many months of hard work.
Hancock County’s first fair was held in October 1852, just north of the Blanchard
River at the site of a former brickyard. In the early years, the fairgrounds moved
many times. After several years without a fair, the newly reorganized Hancock County Agricultural Society held its first fair in 1938 at the Old Millstream Fairgrounds
on East Sandusky Street in Findlay, where it is located today. The first permanent
buildings at the fairgrounds included a draft horse barn, which was obtained from
Ebenezer Mennonite Church near Bluffton; a hog barn, purchased from Bluffton’s
Mennonite Reformed Church; and an old office building from the Fostoria Board of
Education. Photos courtesy of Randy Roberts, The Courier.
10 • The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
WORKING WITH THE FOUNDATION
Working with the Foundation
Why use The Findlay-Hancock County
Community Foundation to plan your
charitable legacy?
YOU are the one who makes the difference. YOU are the
one who sees both the burdensome problems and the
boundless possibilities in our community. YOU are the
one who can help. We are the ones who will care for your
gift. We will ensure that it continues to make the greatest
difference possible, in accordance with your personal
wishes.
is one of more than 700 community foundations in the
United States today. We serve the Greater Findlay and
Hancock County area, offering people a variety of ways to
touch our community through charitable giving.
We provide a simple, powerful, and highly personal
approach to giving. We offer a wide variety of giving tools
to help you achieve your unique and personal charitable
goals. When you work with The Community Foundation,
you also benefit from the expertise of experienced local
staff, community leadership, and professional investment
management. v
Garry Peiffer, Finance & Investment Committee Chairman, and Norm
Nicholson, The Community Foundation Board Vice Chairman. Garry and
Norm are just two of the many people in our community who volunteer
their time to support the work of the Foundation.
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.
Philanthropy is a family affair for the Youngers. Pictured here are (back)
Chuck Younger and son, Scott; (front) Anna Younger and Mariann Younger.
Anna is Chuck and Mariann’s granddaughter (the fifth child of their son
Paul, Macungie, Pennsylvania). In 2007, Chuck and Mariann established
scholarships for Findlay High School in honor of each of their four sons.
10. We are a community leader, convening agencies and coordinating resources to create positive change.
Riverside Pool
A municipal swimming pool adjoining Riverside Park was constructed in 1936
through the federal government’s Depression-era Works Project Administration
program. The reservoir and pump station, which previously stood on the site, were
removed after a new waterworks plant was built in 1931 on North Blanchard Street
in Findlay. Some of the brick from the pump station was used in the construction
of the bathhouse.
Whether you took swimming lessons, participated on the swim team, worked as a
lifeguard, or just enjoyed a leisurely summer day, many Hancock County residents
have enjoyed spending time at the Riverside Pool. Photos courtesy of the Hancock
Historical Museum.
A gift to The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation will give you a feeling of personal satisfaction and demonstrate your belief in our mission to improve the quality of life for all Hancock County residents. Whether you are in a
position to provide support through a cash gift or one of the other gifting options below, we invite you to consider the
methods, or combination of methods, which best fit your financial situation. Every gift is appreciated.
Stock, Bonds, and Mutual Funds. Appreciated stock, bonds,
and mutual funds make an economical choice when gifting. You make
the gift at a lower cost basis and enjoy double tax savings by avoiding capital gains and receiving a charitable contribution based on the
security’s full market value.
Matching Gift. Matching gifts can more than double a gift if your
employer (and/or your spouse’s employer) has such a program. All that
is needed is the appropriate form from the employer.
Charitable Gift Annuity and Charitable Remainder
Trust. You can make a gift of cash, marketable securities, or property
to The Community Foundation now, get immediate tax benefits, and
ensure that you or a loved one receive income payments for life.
Charitable Lead Trust. You can place cash or property into a
trust that provides income to The Community Foundation for a set
number of years, after which the remainder may be transferred back to
you or your heirs.
Real Estate and Personal Property. Residences, vacation
homes, farms, and valuable items, such as art, make wonderful charitable gifts and enjoy significant tax savings.
Retained Life Estate. You can make a gift of your home, farm, or
vacation home, obtain an immediate tax deduction, and still continue
to use the property for as long as you wish. Only after you no longer
need the property will The Community Foundation assume the usual
ownership rights.
Bequest. A bequest made through a will or living trust allows you
to designate a portion of your estate to The Community Foundation
without drawing from assets during your lifetime.
Beneficiary Designation and Contingency Designation.
You can name The Community Foundation as a direct or contingency
beneficiary of your retirement funds, life insurance policies, and other
assets.
The Community Foundation can assist you and your financial advisor
with information and ideas on ways to integrate your estate planning
with charitable giving.
Support the causes and
organizations that are
important to you.
The Findlay-Hancock County
Community Foundation is home to
more than 250 funds benefiting local
nonprofit agencies and charitable
causes.
According to your personal wishes,
you can support your favorite local
nonprofit organization, cause, or
special project; make a gift to a
scholarship fund; leave an unrestricted
gift to address future community
needs; or establish a new fund of your
own.
Leave a permanent personal
legacy for yourself or your
family.
Establishing a new fund in your name
at The Findlay-Hancock County
Community Foundation is a great way
to leave a permanent legacy. You may
also choose to honor or memorialize
your family or friends ensuring that
their legacy (and yours) lives on
forever.
Ask us how you can leave a
philanthropic legacy to engage
your children and grandchildren in
supporting future community needs.
WAYS TO GIVE
Ways To Give
The Courthouse
The Hancock County Courthouse, erected in the 1880’s and completed
in 1888, stands at the corner of Main Street and West Main Cross Street
in Findlay. It was built at a cost of $305,272. The statue of John Hancock,
after whom our county is named, was purchased for $950. The three female
figures posed over the main entrance represent Justice, Law, and Mercy.
The clock faces in the tower, stained glass windows, and ornate stone all
reflected the area’s new prosperity during the natural gas boom.
Handbags That Help
A kick-off meeting was held June 14, 2007 at the Findlay
Country Club featuring nationally-renowned speaker, Dr.
Claire Gaudiani, author of “The Greater Good.” Women
from all over Hancock County were invited to hear Claire’s
inspiring presentation about the history of women in
philanthropy. Following Claire’s presentation, the new
giving circle was announced with the statement that the
Foundation was “looking for 100 good women.”
Not only did the group find 100 good women, they found
168 incredible women. What’s unique about this group is
that members are not asked to do any fundraising. The
HANDBAGS THAT HELP
Handbags That Help (HTH)
is a local women’s giving
circle founded in 2007 by a
group of women committed
to dramatically improving
lives throughout the greater
Hancock County community
by collectively funding significant grants to charitable
projects and programs.
HTH Members pose for a photo following the September 2007 meeting.
only thing required of a member is a $500 annual contribution which gives them a single vote as to how the
pooled funds will be awarded. Every dollar donated by
HTH members is passed directly on to the community.
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 Foundation office. v
Founding Members of Handbags That Help
Ruth Aldrich
Sharon Aller
Mary Lou Anderson
Julie Anderson*
Marcia Armes
Marguerite Armstrong
Sue Arnold
Elaine Ashley
Kelly Atkins
Ruth Ball
Patricia Bash
Kimberly Bash
Linda Beckett
Sharon Bishop
Barbara Bodie
Betty Brandman
Marilyn Brewer
Julie Brown
Kathleen Brubaker
Cheryl Buckland
Women of Century Health
Naomi Chaney
Kay Chesebro
Susan Chesebro
Barbara Chesebro-Corbin
Sally Chesebro-Mathews
Margaret Chesebro-Ramlow
Lynn Child
Lindell Clemens
Karen Cline*
Anni Collette
Alice Conlisk
Shirley Copeland
Kim Cosiano
Rindy Crates*
Sandy Dale
Michelle Dale
Carol Dale Joseph
Jane Davis
Barbara Deerhake
Anne Diehl
Patti Dimling
Lela Doty
Barbara Dysinger
Karen Eubanks
Beverly Fisher*
Rita Fitzgerald
Beth Flowers
Kathryn Foote-Coats
Amy Fox
Bobbie Gaberman
Barbara Gebhardt
Barbara Geyer
Dorothy Gorr
Tricia Green
Marilyn Hackenberg
Mary Halvorsen
Evelyn Hamilton
Mary Beth Hammond*
Sara Harrington
Susan Harrington-Williams
Barbara Hay
Suzi Healy
Kristin Heck-Sajadi
Jane Heminger
Candi Hendershot
Shirley Hewitt
Kay Hill
Kathy Hirschfeld
Terrie Hohlfelder
Susan Hollington
Cheryl Huffman
Elizabeth Hull
Alda Hymes
JoAnne Ingold*
Sally O. Iriti
Darla Johannsen
Peggy Kelley
Diana Kirk
Kolleen Kirk Rill
Kay Kose
Kathy Krucki
Marjorie Kruse
Gwen Kuenzli
Lisa Kurjan
Pam Lather*
Marjorie Lodge
Mary Pat Longo
Linda Lotz
Patty Luther
Peggy Lyon
Denese Malacos
Carol Mallett
Anne Mallett
Stephanie McClellan
Eleanor McCoy
Gene McEvoy
Pinkie Mihaly
Cheryl Miller
Pauline Milligan*
Betty Morgan
Gina Mummert
Sheri Murphy
P. A. Musser
Barbra Nichols
Beth Niemeyer
Zan Palmer
Margaret Palmer
Sarah Palmer
Susan Pancake
Brianna Patterson
Jennifer Payne-White
Jane Peak
Kathleen Peiffer
Allyson Perry
Robin Pfeiffer
Isabelle Pratt
Marti Price
Sandra Reinhardt
Bev Robb
Bridget Robb
Mary Jane Roberts
Jane Rodeheffer
Connie Rooney
Marty Rothey
Carol Rowe
Judy Rower
Donna Ruse
Sarah Russell
Suzie Ryan
Suzanne Sackmann
Laura Savage
Elaine Schoonmaker
Anne Sheaffer
Barbara Sheehan
Margaret Slough
Karen Smith
Phyllis Spragg
Susan Spragg
Christa Steiner
Nancy Stephani
Julie Stevens
Denise Thomas
Patricia Thomas
Kimberly Ann Trautman
Karen Trautman-Hayslip
Patricia Wall
Alisa Wentz
Mary Wheeler
Susan Williams
Judy Withrow
Carri Wurm
Mariann Younger
Beth Zachrich
Chris Zawisza
Cathy Zellner
Joyce Ziegler
Zonta Club of Findlay
* Guiding Circle Members
The Family Center
multi-tenant nonprofit facility such as The Family Center
would greatly benefit local agencies, as well as the residents of Hancock County.
Goals of The Family Center
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.
Benefits of The Family Center
The Family Center, founded in 2006, is a multi-tenant nonprofit facility
located on North Blanchard Street in Findlay.
History of The Family Center
The idea for The Family Center began in 2003 as part
of the Foundation’s 10-year anniversary. The board of
directors and staff had a vision to improve the way social
services were delivered in Hancock County. Many local
agencies have struggled with an increased demand for
services, reduced funding, and inadequate facilities, which
caused difficulties in effectively providing services to individuals and families.
After much discussion and research, it was clear that a
Sharing of facilities such as conference and waiting
rooms, kitchen facilities, restrooms, mechanical and
storage facilities, and parking spaces allow for economies of scale.
● Stability in daily operations have formed as a result
of high quality facilities and work space.
● Location and visibility are improved because the
shared building is highly visible, making it easy for clients to find the services they need.
● Nonprofit collaboration allows area nonprofit
leaders to work together, improving the quality of services delivered, and reducing duplication of
services.
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Hancock Properties Foundation, Board of Directors
In 2005, Hancock Properties
Foundation was formed as
a supporting organization of
Charles F. Stumpp, Jr. Michael S. Needler Barbara M. Deerhake G. Norman Nicholson
Chairman
President, Pry Professional
Group
Vice Chairman
President/CEO,
Needler Enterprises,
Inc.
Secretary
President, The
Community Foundation
Treasurer
Retired, Vice President
of Marketing, Marathon
Oil Co.
The Community Foundation to
purchase and oversee the renovation of the facility. Since the
facility’s dedication in 2006, 17
agencies are now housed in The
Family Center.
Beverly A. Fisher
David P. Kuenzli
James R. Heck
Community Member
Attorney, Drake, Phillips,
Kuenzli and Clark
President, Heck Rentals
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Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter
Associated Charities
Blanchard Valley Industries - Taste of the Towne
Cancer Patient Services
Caughman Clinic, a subsidiary of Blanchard Valley
Health Association
C.H.O.P.I.N. Hall
Dental Center of Northwest Ohio
Findlay Police Department Sub-station
Girl Scouts of Western Ohio, Appleseed Ridge Region
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)
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
The Family Center Agencies
The Family Center agencies joined together with other local businesses
and nonprofit organizations to “Stuff the Bus’ with school supplies for
local children in need. Agency staff members and volunteers helped
at the donation center at the McDonald’s on Tiffin Avenue. They also
helped unload, sort, and distribute supplies at The Family Center later
in the month. This event is just another example of how bringing these
agencies together under one roof has benefited, not only the agencies
themselves, but also the entire community.
Top: Happy volunteers help staff the donation bus. Bottom: Hundreds of
families from all over the county lined up for the school supplies distribution day at The Family Center. The event became especially timely as it so
closely followed the August 2007 flood.
Working Toward The Future
As a result of the success we’ve already seen with this
facility, opportunities to expand the facilities located at
1800 North Blanchard Street are being examined. 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
CHOPIN Hall volunteers pack food supplies for local families in need.
In 2007, CHOPIN Hall facility provided a three-day supply of food 45,864
times and supplied clothing for individuals 28,416 times. They also
distributed 175,000 pounds of food for 15,774 individuals at mobile food
pantries throughout our community. CHOPIN Hall played an especially
vital role in our community last year by providing emergency response
aid of food and clothing to those impacted by the August 2007 flood.
Nearly every Family Center agency had a role in the flood recovery effort;
and it’s important to note that nine of the 17 agencies located at The
Family Center would have been directly impacted by the 2007 flood waters had they stayed in their previous locations. Whether you call it luck
or divine intervention—because of The Family Center—these agencies
were unaffected by the flood which allowed them to immediately start
helping with the recovery efforts.
Trained volunteers at Hancock Christian Clearing House (HCCH) interview
a client in need of services. HCCH provides emergency (non-sustaining)
assistance for needs including food, rent, utilities, and medical prescriptions. They also provide financial literacy mentoring for individuals and
families.
Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
The first public library in Hancock County was originally located in the basement of the Hancock County Courthouse from 1890-1935. In November 1929, the
citizens passed a bond issue for a new library building. Unfortunately, the ensuing
Depression years delayed further action until 1935 when the old post office building on Broadway was purchased for $50,000 and remodeled to serve as a library. In
1978, an addition was constructed to provide much-needed space.
During 1986 and 1987, a grant from the L. Dale Dorney Fund launched a study to
evaluate the library facilities and services, and create a comprehensive long-range
plan. The library board determined that the facility should remain in its present
downtown location but due to the expense of renovation, only the 1978 addition
should be retained in the final structure. The present-day library was constructed
in two phases from 1989-1991, during which time the original structure, pictured
above, was razed. The new facility features all public services on one level, full
accessibility for handicapped individuals, a community room, bookmobile garage,
and covered parking for the public. Photo courtesy of The Courier.
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Keith L. Jolliff was born in 1942 and lived in Arlington,
Ohio until 1992 when
he and wife, Sheila,
also born in Hancock
County, moved to
Findlay. Keith and
Sheila sent all three
children, Beth Ann
Sachs, Brad Jolliff,
and Debbie Rice to
Arlington Schools as
well. Keith attended
the International
The Jolliff Family
Business College in
Front: Keith and Sheila
Back left to right: Beth Ann, Brad, Debbie.
Fort Wayne, Indiana
and worked for
Cooper Tire for almost 38 years, retiring in May 2000.
He is an avid hunter and fisherman and is a member of
Pheasants Forever. Keith is currently serving as the first
President of the Arlington School Foundation which
helps promote educational excellence at Arlington.
Sheila attended Van Buren Local Schools, and went on to
become a beautician and avid sewer.
This scholarship is in conjunction with the Arlington
School Foundation and its efforts to improve the
educational excellence of the Arlington Local Schools.
Arlington School Foundation:
Dally Family
Scholarship
The Dally Family
Scholarship was
established to support
tuition costs for
students graduating
from Arlington High
School.
The Dally family
Marie and James Dally
members have a long
James 1915 - 1990
history of attending
Arlington Schools. While Lisa Crawfis Bennett attended
only a portion of her elementary school years at Arlington,
both her mother, Ann M. (Dally) Hershey, and her
grandmother, Marie M. Dally, graduated from Arlington
High School. Marie’s husband, James Robert Dally, also
graduated from Arlington High School along with his
brother Hale Isaac Dally II. Marie and James owned and
operated the Dally Funeral Home located in Arlington for
well over 50 years. The business passed to the couple from
James’ father, H. I. Dally I. The Dally Family has deep roots
in the Arlington community and expressed a desire to
assist students for generations to come.
Arlington School Foundation: Sara
Wagner Gast Memorial Fund
This fund, established in
memory of Sara by her
family, supports the band,
cheerleading, and other
extra-curricular programs at
Arlington Local Schools. A
graduate of Arlington High
School, Sara participated in
band, cheerleading, basketball,
track, and was selected
homecoming queen her senior
year. Sara was a member of
St. Mark’s United Methodist
Church.
Sara Wagner Gast
1979 - 2005
Sara is the daughter of Patrick and Barbara (Steinman)
Wagner; and the sister of Scott, Kyle, and Jennifer. In
2000, she married Joshua Gast and they had two children,
Haley Corrine and Bryce Joshua. Sara’s #1 priority was
her children. Her love of cheerleading led her to serve
as an advisor at Arlington. Her family says that she was
so involved with the school that it was an easy decision
for them to give back to the school in her memory. They
have chosen to support the areas in which she was most
involved and have held an annual golf outing to raise
money for her memorial fund.
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Arlington School Foundation: Keith &
Sheila Jolliff Family Scholarship
A Chance to Dance Scholarship
until it is time to distribute the annual grant(s).
The intent of the scholarship is to
assist gifted ballet students with
financial assistance to further their
dance education including, but
not limited to, funding additional
classes, summer study programs,
or purchase of pointe shoes.
Friends of Handbags That Help
This fund supports the
additional administrative
costs such as meeting
expenses, printing, and
postage. Gifts from local
businesses, organizations,
individuals, and HTH members help to sustain this
fund.
Findlay Area Golf Association
Scholarship
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The Findlay Area Golf
Association (FAGA) was
established in 1974 by Dr.
Charles Spragg, Dr. Jack Winters,
Lloyd Phillips, Bill Fitzgerald,
and friends. The mission of the
FAGA is to provide a series of
junior golf tournaments within
the Findlay area so that junior players can enjoy the spirit
of the game at little expense to the players and their
families. This fund is intended to encourage junior golfers
to take their academic work seriously and to provide
assistance for the first year of post-secondary education.
This fund is established from memorial donations,
proceeds from the annual Julie Cole Charity Event, and
lifetime membership dues of FAGA.
Beverly Fisher Community Fund
Beverly established this fund
to aid the future development
of a community arts center.
Beverly, an Ohio native, lived
in many places and traveled
extensively before she and
her husband, Dick, settled
down in Findlay. Beverly
has completed two masters
degrees at Bowling Green
State University where she
also taught art history. She
Beverly Fisher
has been active in the hospital auxiliary, FANTAM, and
several professional organizations. Beverly was a member
of the steering committee that founded the Handbags
That Help women’s giving circle and serves as treasurer
for the group.
Handbags That Help Giving Circle
Handbags That Help Fund
All HTH membership contributions are held in a fund
at The Findlay-Hancock Community Foundation
Handbags That Help Endowment Fund
This fund was 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 for the women’s giving circle. Each year, funds
from the endowment will be available for HTH use,
according to The Community Foundation’s spending
policy. Alternately, the group can choose to defer
using those funds and let the endowment continue to
grow.
April Sue Jones Memorial Scholarship
The April Sue Jones Scholarship was established in 1992
to honor the memory
of April. The fund
was endowed at The
in 2007. April was a 1987
graduate of Cory Rawson
High School where she
was active in track,
volleyball, softball, and
basketball. She continued
her love of volleyball at
Bowling Green State
April Sue Jones
University where she
1969 - 1991
participated in intramural
sports and worked as an advisor in the Recreation
Department. She also coached volleyball at Van Buren
High School. April will always be remembered for her
enthusiasm, work ethic, compassion, and vibrant smile.
April was well-regarded by her teachers, coaches, and
her teammates. In memory of April, family and friends
wish to recognize a female graduate of Cory Rawson
High School who has lettered in two high school sports
including: basketball, volleyball, outdoor track, and
softball.
Bradley Joseph Memorial
Scholarship for Medical Missions
The Bradley Joseph Memorial Scholarship for Medical
Missions was established in 2007 by his family, coworkers, and friends. A 1995 graduate of Elida High
School, Brad participated in basketball, tennis, golf, and
baseball. In 2001, he received his Doctorate in Pharmacy
from Ohio Northern University, graduating with honors.
named to the Academic All-Big 10 Team. She was also
an admired and active member of Delta Zeta sorority.
Friends remember a girl who worked hard, was modest
about her accomplishments, and was always able to cheer
people up with her jokes and positive attitude.
Brad’s life can be summarized as having positively
impacted many other
lives. Brad was a
Pharmacist at Blanchard
Valley Regional Health
Center in Findlay and
Bluffton, where he started
the Coumadin Clinic. He
was a member of St. Paul
UMC, Elida, where he was
a member of the choir,
Nominations Committee
and a Youth Director.
Brad Joseph
After graduation, Beth worked as a sales representative
for Johnson & Johnson in Chicago. An avid triathlete, she
also joined the XXX Racing Team and began competing
in bike races throughout the region.
1976 - 2007
For five years, Brad was very active as a Medical
Missionary in Mexico and also attended mission trips to
Tennessee, Kentucky, and South Carolina. It is this special
part of Brad’s life that his family, co-workers, and friends
have to chosen to honor with this scholarship. This
scholarship will assist 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
The Elizabeth Mae
Kobeszka Scholarship was
established in 2007 by her
mother, Vickie, and her
family including sisters
Christy and Katie. They
established this fund to
honor Elizabeth (Beth).
Beth served as the first
Elizabeth M. Kobeszka
president of Liberty Benton’s
1983 - 2007
Z-Club. In high school,
she was valedictorian, senior class president, and was
the captain of both her cross country and track teams.
In 2001, Beth was the named national winner of the
Amateur Athletic Union’s Youth Excel Award.
After high school, Beth attended Northwestern University,
where she was an honors student, Habitat For Humanity
volunteer, talented musician, and world traveler. She
participated on the women’s cross country team and was
Derek T. Krueger Memorial
Scholarship
The Derek T. Krueger
Memorial Scholarship Fund
was started in 2007 to honor
the life of Derek and his love of
golf. Derek was born in Findlay
and attended Chamberlin
Hill, Donnell, and Findlay
High School, graduating from
FHS in 1990. Derek was often
constructing some type of
Derek T. Krueger
1971 - 1998
structure with his many Legos,
which ultimately led to his Mechanical Engineering
degree from Ohio State University. He went on to work
at SMC Pneumatics, Inc. in Indianapolis, Indiana, as a
Design Engineer.
Derek also had a passion for the sport of golf. His sister
says he played golf “from sunrise to sunset at Sycamore
Springs.” This passion is being celebrated through the
Derek T. Krueger Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Liberty
Benton golf team has remembered Derek annually in their
golf classic at Sycamore Springs and one of those students
participating on the golf team at Liberty Benton will
receive this scholarship.
Gertrude A. Lee Fund
Gertrude Antonia Lee was a 1939 graduate of Findlay
High School and a 1944 graduate of the Toledo School
of Nursing. She was a retired registered nurse and a
case worker for the Hancock County Board of Health
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Beth was a former Foundation scholarship recipient
having received the Marie Berry Scholarship (2001-2004).
Additionally, both her sister, Katie, and mother, Vickie,
have also received Foundation scholarships. Katie, a 2004
Liberty Benton graduate, received the Jean C. Graham
Women’s Scholarship, the Marie Berry Scholarship, and
the Floyd and Alice Curran Scholarship. Vickie received
the Findlay Branch AAUW scholarship in 2004.
and Children’s Welfare.
Gertrude taught nursing
at Bowling Green School
of Practical Nursing and
also taught at Blanchard
Valley Hospital in training
and development. She was
active in United Methodist
Women and participated in
many Bible study and issue
study groups. Gertrude
Gertrude A. Lee
assisted her husband
1921 - 2007
Loren with his “Music
Makers” group, bringing music to area nursing homes and
churches.
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Gertrude and Loren led a quiet, frugal, unpretentious life,
living for over 50 years in the house they built together.
Even close family members were unaware of the extent of
their estate, which Loren meticulously monitored during
his life. After Loren’s death, and having no children,
Gertrude began a more extensive charitable giving
pattern. In 2006, she established a trust which named the
Foundation as a beneficiary upon her death. This fund is
an unrestricted fund of the Foundation.
Zach Morgan Memorial Funds
The Zach Morgan Memorial
Funds were established in
2007 by his parents, Dana
and Kathy Morgan and
his brother, Cory Morgan.
Zach had a heart for service,
tremendous leadership
qualities, and outstanding
scholastic achievement. He
will always be remembered
for his beautiful smile, and
upbeat, helpful personality.
a 4.0 student and was inducted posthumously into the
Hancock County National Honor Society.
Zach Morgan Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Zach Morgan Memorial Scholarship will
be awarded annually to a Liberty Benton High
School senior athlete who actively participates in
community service and church activities, and is a
National Honor Society member. The individual must
demonstrate vision, insightfulness, thoughtfulness
and compassion.
Zach Morgan Memorial Youth Leadership Fund
Remembering Zach’s passion for helping others and
his dedication to ECLIPSe, Zach’s parents also chose
to honor their son by establishing the Zach Morgan
Memorial Youth Leadership Fund.
This endowed fund will act as an incentive for
ECLIPSe youth fundraising activities, and will
serve as a match for dollars raised by the youth for
grantmaking. Other youth service organizations may
benefit from this fund as well.
Senior Citizens Building Fund
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.
Robert A. Shamp Scholarship Fund
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.
Zachary A. Morgan
1991 - 2007
Zach enjoyed volunteering
to help others and was a member of ECLIPSe (4 years),
Hancock Youth Leadership (Class of 2007-08), and
the Liberty Benton Z-Club service organization. He
was chosen to serve as a Hancock County schools
representative for the 2005 100 Best Communities
celebration in Washington, D.C.
Zach also enjoyed sports and was a two-year member
of the boys basketball team (including the 2007 OHSAA
Boys State Runner-Up Team) and a three-year member
of the boys soccer team. He was a member of the
Spanish Club, Treasurer of the Class of 2009 (3 years),
and a member of St. Michaels’ Parish and the Life Teen
Group. A junior at Liberty Benton High School, Zach was
Jeremy Shock Memorial Fund
This fund was established in honor and memory of Lance
Corporal Jeremy Shock, U.S. Marine Corps. Jeremy was
killed while serving his country
in Iraq, November 2006. Jeremy
was a 2002 graduate of Clyde
High School, where he was a
member of the football team. He
went on to play football for Tiffin
University and earned a bachelor’s
degree in criminal justice. Friends
remember Jeremy as a good friend Lance Cpl. Jeremy Shock
1984 - 2006
who was smart, generous, worked
hard, and made them laugh. He married his college
sweetheart, Clara, in April 2006.
George R. and Harriet J. Younger
Scholarship
Charles and Mariann Younger established this scholarship
for North Clay High
School (Illinois) in
memory of Charles’
parents, George
Randolph and Harriet
Jacobs Younger.
George worked for
the Kroger Company
for 32 years and later
owned and operated
an IGA grocery store.
George R. Younger
1903 - 1991
He was instrumental
Harriet J. Younger
in organizing
1901 - 1992
and building the
Louisville Community Park and sponsored youth baseball
and softball teams for a number of years. George served as
President of the Louisville Rotary Club, was a 32nd Degree
Mason, and enjoyed fishing, reading, travel, working
around the home, and youth activities. George and Harriet
were members of the United Methodist Church and an
integral part of the Louisville, Illinois community.
The Younger Family Scholarships
Stephen Dana Younger Scholarship
Stephen Dana Younger was born in 1956 at the
Great Lakes Naval Hospital. He attended grade
school and junior high school in Quincy, Illinois.
After graduating from Findlay High School, Stephen
graduated from Miami University of Ohio and then
obtained his PhD in Developmental Economics
from Stanford University in California. Stephen has
taught economics at Williamstown, Massachusetts,
Miami University of Ohio, and is currently teaching at
Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York. He is also a Senior
Research Associate for the Food and Nutrition Policy
Program at Cornell University. Steve lives in Ithaca,
New York with his wife and two children.
Scott Charles Younger Scholarship
Scott Charles Younger was born in 1958 in
Springfield, Illinois. He attended grade and junior
high school in Quincy, Illinois. Scott graduated
from Findlay High School and Bowling Green State
University. Scott participated in forensics and Key
Club while in high school. He served as a captain in
the United States Army from 1980-1985. He worked
for the Whirlpool Corporation in sales and was a
realtor with Geyer and Associates in Findlay. Scott
has demonstrated his love of outdoors and wildlife
conservation by working to provide natural areas in
our community. Scott lives in Findlay where he is a
member of the First Presbyterian Church, Kiwanis,
and several other community organizations.
Paul Randolph Younger Scholarship
Paul Randolph Younger was born in 1963 in Vandalia,
Illinois. He started grade school in Quincy, Illinois,
before the family moved to Findlay, Ohio, where he
completed grade school and attended junior high and
high school. Paul attended The Ohio State University
and obtained his bachelor’s and master’s degrees
in Electrical Engineering. Paul is a life-long coach
of youth soccer. He is a plant manager for Lutron
Corporation. He is actively involved in his church and
lives in Macungie, Pennsylvania, with his wife and five
children.
Christopher Jon Younger Scholarship
Christopher Jon Younger was born in 1967 in Quincy,
Illinois. He attended grade, junior high, and high
school in Findlay, Ohio. Chris graduated from Miami
University of Ohio and Harvard Law School where
he was managing editor of the Harvard Law Review.
Chris is chairman and CEO of The Silvercloud
Companies in Castle Rock, Colorado. Chris and his
wife participate in Iron Man Triathlons and Chris
coaches youth soccer. He lives with his wife and three
children in Castle Rock, Colorado.
The Younger Family
Front: Charles and Mariann Younger
Back left to right: Stephen, Scott, Paul, and Christopher.
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It was always a dream of Jeremy’s to have lights at the
baseball diamonds located in his hometown of Green
Springs, Ohio. Jeremy’s family (parents: Duane and Sherry;
siblings: Zachary and Sara), members of the community,
and local businesses and organizations have undertaken
the mission of making Jeremy’s dream come true and
ensuring that his sacrifice is never forgotten. Fundraising
efforts began at Great Scot Supermarkets, Green Springs,
where they sold U.S. Flags and memory cards.
Findlay Elks Lodge #75
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge #75 was organized in Findlay
and received its charter on June 10, 1888. The Elks home at 601 South Main Street
has been part of the downtown landscape since 1915. The current building was
constructed for $150,000 and features a Neo-Classical style of architecture with
four large Corinthian pillars supporting the balcony at the main entrance. Before
the current structure was built, lodge meetings were held in various locations including the Patterson Store, Frey Block, Karst Block, and Jones Building. There are
currently about 600 members, some of whom have been members for more than
60 years. Beyond serving its members, the Elks home has been used for countless social functions including weddings, proms, meetings, and other community
events. Photo courtesy of The Courier.
Funds of the Foundation
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 the more than 250 funds at the Foundation 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 Foundation.* Many are endowments - permanent
capital that will support local charitable institutions and their good works forever. You’ll notice that some funds are
very flexible, meaning that they 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
“remembered their community,” and our community will remember them for generations to come.
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 & 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.
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
Foundation from the very beginning, serving as chairperson 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 Foundation to support his charitable interests. Tom was
co-chairman of the steering committee that established The
Community 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 anonymously to initiate, support, and
promote Christian charitable endeavors.
Sara Wagner Gast Memorial Fund
Established 2007
This fund, established in memory of Sara by her family, supports the band, cheerleading, and extra-curricular programs at
Arlington Local Schools.
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 & Mary Ellen Peters Family Fund
Established 2004
This fund was created to support the family’s charitable interests.
* Donors who wish for their funds to remain anonymous are not
listed in the “Funds of the Foundation” section.
FUNDS OF THE FOUNDATION
Donor-Advised Funds
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 Directors.
Ralph Russo Family Fund
Established 2003
This fund was created to support the family’s charitable interests. A local attorney, Ralph currently serves on the Foundation’s
Board of Directors.
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 to raise money for lights at the baseball diamonds.
Special Fund No. 10
Established 1997
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 Fund
Established 2000
This fund was established by the Guglielmi’s to teach their children about philanthropy and to continue the family’s tradition
of giving to their community.
Designated Funds
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.
Helping sustain and grow local organizations.
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.
Gertrude O. Anderson Fund 1
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.
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.
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.
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 Directors 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.
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 funding—your favorite organization will benefit from The Community Foundation’s investment
stewardship and ability to manage endowment funds.
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.
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 those 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.
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.
Findlay-Hancock County Public Library Fund – Genealogy
Established 2000
M. Margaret Foster established this fund to support the genealogy department of the library.
M. Margaret Foster Fund for CASA/ GAL of Hancock
County
Established 2005
A gift from the estate of M. Margaret Foster established this
fund which supports CASA/GAL of Hancock County.
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.
Friends of Handbags That Help
Established 2007
This fund supports the administrative costs of the Handbags
That Help women’s giving circle.
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.
Hancock Youth Leadership Fund
Established 2002
This fund, established through a gift from Intersil Corporation,
supports the programs of Hancock Youth Leadership.
Handbags That Help Endowment
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 for the women’s giving circle.
David M. and Susan M. Healy Fund
Established 2000
Dave and Suzie established this fund to support the administra-
tive costs of The Community Foundation. Retired from SpencerPatterson Insurance, Dave currently serves as Chairman of the
Foundation’s Board of Directors.
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.
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.
Macklin Intergenerational Institute Professional Development/Continuing Education
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.
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.
Zach Morgan Memorial Youth Leadership Fund
Established 2007
This fund was established in memory of Zach by his family to
support youth leadership opportunities in Hancock County, in
particular the ECLIPSe program.
Marv & 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.
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 Project), a program of Millstream Career and
Technology Center.
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 fund travel to bowl games in
accordance with his wishes.
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 University of Findlay Fund
Established 2006
This fund, established with a gift from the estate of Opal
Thompson to honor her husband, supports general operations
of the University of Findlay.
Tell Thompson YMCA Fund
Established 2006
Thompson to honor her husband, supports the general operations of the Findlay Family YMCA.
Tell & 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 & Opal Thompson Findlay-Hancock County Library
Fund
Established 2006
Thompson, supports the Findlay-Hancock County Public
Library.
Tell & Opal Thompson Lutheran Church Fund
Established 2006
Thompson, supports various Lutheran charities.
Tell, Opal & Richard Thompson Blanchard Valley Center
Fund
Established 2006
Thompson, supports the care, repair, and maintenance of resident 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 to the perpetual care of grounds and landscaping at
St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Barton & 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 & 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.
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. These agencies benefit from a range
of services, including marketing support and investment oversight. 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.
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 of Northwest Ohio Fund
Established 2005
The Friends of Camp Fire 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 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.
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.
The Field of Dreams Complex Fund
Established 2005
Established with an initial gift from Craig & Mary Lou Anderson, this fund for the City of Findlay supports the Field of
Dreams Complex, including The Cube (formerly known as the
Hancock Recreation Center).
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.
Administrative Endowment Fund
Established 1999
The Community Foundation Board of Directors 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
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.
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.
Findlay-Hancock County Public Library Fund
Established 2002
This fund supports the programs, projects, and capital purchases of the library.
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 Hancock County community.
Founding Fathers Lecture Series of the Hancock Historical Museum
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.
Barbara Deerhake Fund
Established 2003
Established by the The Community Foundation Board of Directors 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.
Friends of the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
Established 1995
This fund supports the operating and developmental needs of
the library and was the first agency endowment established at
The Community Foundation.
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.
Hancock County Agency On Aging Fund
Established 2004
This fund supports programs and services provided by Hancock
Agency on Aging, which seeks to enhance the quality of life of
older adults by empowering them to maintain and create independence through advocacy, education, support, and fellowship.
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
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 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.
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 and support of the Medallion
Program.
McClelland Family Student Art Fund
Established 2004
The McClelland Family established this fund to support the
Findlay Art League and student art exhibits.
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.
United Way of Hancock County Fund
Established 1996
The purpose of this fund, established by the United Way Foun30 • The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
dation, is to support the programs of United Way and its member agencies, and to contribute to the administrative expenses
of United Way.
The University of Findlay Fund
Established 1999
This fund was established by the university to support scholarship opportunities for students and general operating needs.
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.
Field of Interest
Connecting personal values to high-impact opportunities.
Field of interest funds allow you to target your gift to address
needs in an important area—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 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 to aid the future development of a
community arts center in downtown Findlay.
M. Margaret Foster Education Fund
Established 2005
This fund, established with a gift from the M. Margaret Foster
estate, supports projects and programs that improve the quality
of classroom education and stimulate student learning.
National Lime & Stone Company
Established 1993
National Lime & Stone Company established this fund to
provide funding for children’s scholarships and for educational
programs.
M. Margaret Foster Health Fund
Established 2005
estate, supports health-related causes concerned with heart
disease, cancer, lupus, and arthritis.
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.
M. Margaret Foster Women and Children’s Fund
Established 2005
estate, supports projects and programs of Hancock County
agencies that address the issues of women and children who are
in need or who may be homeless because of domestic separation
or domestic violence.
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
educational needs of the community.
HancockREADS Endowment Fund
Established 2001
The goal of HancockREADS, an initiative of The Community
Foundation, is to stamp out illiteracy by developing a countywide literacy philosophy and implementing literacy programs.
Handbags That Help
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.
Richard & Lynn McCord Fund
Established 1993
Dick and Lynn established this fund to support medical needs
in the community.
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.
Barton & 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.
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 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.
Established 1995
In addition to the designated funds Gertrude established for
First Presbyterian Church and Hope House, this unrestricted
fund supports our community.
Bank One Fund
Established 1993
Bank One established this fund as a commitment to its strong
tradition of community giving. This is a tradition which goes
back to its predecessor companies, Diamond Savings & Loan
and Hancock Savings & Loan.
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.
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.”
Mr. & 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.
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.
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.
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.
L. Dale Dorney Fund
Established 1976; Revised 1999
L. Dale Dorney is our community’s father of philanthropy.
Through his will in 1976, Dale established the Dorney Fund,
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 to
Hancock County were returned to our community.
G. Richard & 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 & 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.
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. Koepke 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Findlay Industries, Inc. Fund
Established 1993
This fund was established by the founder of Findlay Industries,
Inc., Philip D. Gardner, to support our community.
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.
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.
Robert L. and Dortha W. Stober Fund
Established 1998
A native of Hancock County, Dortha Wilch Stober decided 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 feel 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.
OHM Corporation
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.
Unrestricted Fund
Established 1993
This fund supports the community needs of Findlay and Hancock County as determined by The Community Foundation
Board of Directors.
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.
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.
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 Foundation’s board of directors.
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.
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.
Scholarship Funds
Investing in deserving students may be the best investment you ever make.
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.
Neil Acharya Memorial Tennis Scholarship
Established 2006
Established by the family in memory of Neil, a 2002 Findlay
Norman & 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.
High School graduate, this scholarship is for a Findlay High
School student who participates in tennis and is active in school
and community activities.
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.
W.S. (Sherman) & 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.
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 care-giving and wishes to pursue post-secondary education in nursing.
Arlington School Foundation - General Scholarship
Established 2006
This scholarship, established by the Arlington School Foundation, is for a graduating senior from Arlington High School.
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.
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.
Automotive Alumni Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship is for an outstanding Millstream Career Cooperative graduating senior who plans to attend a two-year or
four-year post-secondary automotive 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.
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 a graduating
senior who demonstrates enthusiasm for learning and good
citizenship.
Marie Berry Educational Scholarship
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 who demonstrates hard
work, good citizenship, dependability, and character. 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 Vocational School 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 their 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.
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.
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. & Alice K. Curran Scholarship
Established 2002
This renewable scholarship, established by Floyd and Alice, is for
a high school graduate from a state-charted school or a private
school located in Hancock County.
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 (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 for participation 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.
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 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 High School Alumni Scholarship
Established 1998
The Findlay High School Alumni Association supports this
scholarship 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 Scholarship
Established 2001
This scholarship is for a Hancock County graduating senior who
demonstrates involvement in school and community activities.
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.
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 inter-scholastic 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
Charles Construction Services Inc. Scholarship in Memory of Howard Voyce
Established 2004
This scholarship, established by Charles Construction in
memory of Howard Voyce, 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.
her brother, is for a graduate of a Hancock County high school
planning to pursue a pre-law degree; or a college graduate who
will begin their first year of law school.
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.
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.
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 a graduate of Hancock County schools who will be
entering at least their junior year in college studying Historic
Preservation, Architecture, or History Education.
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 the public affairs director
for Cooper Tire & Rubber Company from 1950 to 1972, 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 their school
and community. The Findlay Rotary serves as the selection
committee.
Kenneth & Ruth Helvie Scholarship
Established 2005
This scholarship, established through a bequest by the Helvies,
John W. Hollington Scholarship
Established 2001
This scholarship, established by Mary Hollington, is for an
individual who lives in Hancock County and is graduate of a
Hancock County high school. It is for a high school senior entering their first year of college or an older student who will be
returning to college after an absence. The Findlay Rotary 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 the Findlay High School graduating senior who has an outstanding record of extracurricular activities. The Findlay Rotary
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 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 their 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.
April 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.
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 their 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 at least one of the following: 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. & 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 Bill Lobb, is for a female at
Findlay High School who has participated in basketball for at
least two years and lettered during their 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 at FHS for no less than two years and who
will be enrolled 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 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, Ben.
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.
Robert & Helen McClelland Farm Child Scholarship
Established 2003
This scholarship, established by their children, grandchildren,
and great-grandchildren, is dedicated to a graduating senior
from Arlington High School who was raised on an operating
farm in Hancock County.
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 Center and plans to pursue
additional training specializing in culinary arts.
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 residing in Hancock County who has provided technical
assistance and participated in at least four theatrical performances during their FHS career.
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.
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
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 their school and participates in extra-curricular
activities.
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, prelaw, economics, psychology, political science, or international
business.
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
Jean Ellis Retter established this scholarship, in memory of her
husband, 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 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 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 scholarship 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 Co. 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 for Findlay City Schools. This scholarship
Glen R. 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 agricultural-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 Directors. This scholarship is for one male and one female athlete
graduating from Findlay High School who has played sports for
at least two years for FHS.
Joyce Swisher Memorial Scholarship
Established 1997
This scholarship, established by family and friends, is for a Findlay High School graduating senior who elects to further their
education. Students with special needs are given preference.
Turkey Bowl Memorial Scholarship
Established 2006
This fund was established by ten members of the FHS 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 a Findlay High School graduate who has 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.
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. This scholarship is for a graduate of a Hancock County high school who
will pursue a 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 Mt. Pulaski band or
music program.
Nathan C. Wilson Trade and Industrial Technology Memorial Scholarship
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 while in high school.
Younger Family Scholarships
Established 2007
Charles and Mariann Younger established four scholarships to
honor each of their four sons. These 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 while in high school.
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.
is awarded each year to an outstanding graduating senior from
Millstream Career Cooperative Automotive Trades.
Pattersons Department Store
Located on the northwest corner of Main and Sandusky streets in Findlay, Pattersons was one of the longest operating family-owned dry goods stores in the
country. Founded in 1849 by Joseph S. Patterson, the Patterson family maintained
an unbroken line of succession within the family of the original owner for more
than 100 years.
The store closed in 1982 after more than 130 years in operation. Photo courtesy of
the Hancock Historical Museum.
Our Donors
21st Century Charitable Lead Trust
N.C. Abrams
Mr. and Mrs. Prakash Acharya
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Adams
Aetna Giving Campaign
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew M. Agnew
Dr. William and Mrs. Karen Alcott
Mrs. Ruth Aldrich
Ms. Romelle Aldrich
Mrs. Wanda Alge
Mr. William Alge Jr.
Chris Allen
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory R. Allen
Mr. John Allen
Ms. Kari K. Allen
Ms. Sharon Aller
American Electric Power - AEP Ohio
American Legion Auxiliary Ralph D. Cole Unit No 3
American Trim - Finance Department
American Trim, LLC
Ms. Tina Amos
Anderson Family Charitable Lead Trust
Mr. and Mrs. Craig E. Anderson
Mr. David Anderson
Mr. and Mrs. Eric J. Anderson
Mr. and Mrs. Lee V. Anderson
Mr. and Mrs. Rob Anderson
Mr. Larry D. Andress
Ms. Patricia M. Angus
Ms. Lori A. Anspach
Apple-A-Day
Aqua Science, Inc.
Arlington Local Schools
Arlington School Bucks
Mrs. Marcia Armes
Mrs. Marguerite T. Armstrong
Mrs. Sue Arnold
Mr. and Mrs. John B. Arnold
Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County
Ms. Lillian Ashcraft-Eason
Ms. Elaine Ashley
Mrs. Kelly Atkins
Attorney General, State of Ohio
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Aydt
Mr. and Mrs. Tony L. Babb
Ms. Izetta H. Badertscher
Mr. and Mrs. James M. Badertscher
Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm R. Badertscher
Ms. Marjorie A. Badertscher
Mr. and Mrs. Verle Badertscher
Mr. and Mrs. Richard R. Bagley
Mr. and Mrs. Joel E. Bailey
Mr. Stephen Bailey
Mr. and Mrs. Richard N. Bishop
Mr. and Mrs. Aeron L. Baker
Mr. and Mrs. Dana L. Baker
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Bixler
Mr. James L. Baker
Ms. Janice Blackburn
Dr. and Mrs. Robert F. Baker
Mr. Jason C. Blackford
Ball Corporation
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Blaser
Mr. and Mrs. Allen R. Blem
Mr. Albert Ball Jr.
Mr. Lawrence A. Ball
Ms. Barbara J. Blem
Mrs. Ruth A. Ball
Mrs. Jerry Blem
Mr. and Mrs. Steven A. Ballantyne
Mr. and Mrs. Phil Boarts
Ballreich Bros Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Baltz
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce E. Bame
Mr. Ken Bame
Mr. and Mrs. Steve A. Barber
Mr. and Mrs. Dale Barnes
Mr. and Ms. Kevin Barnett
Dr. Harry Bash
Ms. Kimberly Bash
Louise J. Bates
Mr. and Mrs. Don Bauman
Ms. Julian S. Baumgartner
Ms. Karen L. Bautz
Mr. and Mrs. Norman E. Beal
Mr. and Mrs. David L. Bearden
Mr. and Mrs. Garth Beatty
Beck Suppliers Inc.
Mrs. Linda Beckett
Mr. and Mrs. Frederic J. Beckler
Evelyn Hamilton, Marilyn Brewer, and Isabelle Pratt
Mr. and Mrs. Brian D. Bell
visit at the 2007 Annual Meeting. All three women are
founding members of the Handbags That Help women’s
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth R. Bell
giving circle.
Ms. Patricia Benavides
Benchmark Prints
Mr. and Mrs. William F. Benjamin
Mrs. Barbara Bodie
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis L. Benson
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Borushok
Ms. Marissa G. Benson
Mr. and Mrs. Dean Bott
Mr. and Mrs. Roger Benson
Mr. Gary B. Bowers TTEE
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen S. Benson
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Bowers
Mr. and Mrs. Wade E. Benson
Ms. Laura Bowers
Mr. Carl R. Berg and Ms. Michelle A. Schulte
E.A. Bowman
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy A. Berg
Mr. Philip D. Bowman
Mr. and Mrs. Tod E. Boyd
Ms. Elaine H. Berkowicz
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Bernhardt
Mr. and Mrs. Bennet B. Brabson
Mr. and Mrs. Dan M. Best
Mr. Dennis M. Bracco
Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Bickford
Ms. Sandra L. Brading
Mrs. Erma M. Biehl
Mr. and Mrs. George H. Brandes
Mrs. Betty Brandman
Big Ten Conference
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bills
Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Brandt
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Binger
Ms. Jessica Brannon
Mrs. Sharon Bishop
Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Braun
Miss Chris Bishop
Mr. and Mrs. Francis L. Brennan
Mr. and Mrs. Roger Brenneman
Mr. Gary L. Bishop
Mr. James K. Bishop
Ms. Sherry S. Bretz
Mr. and Mrs. Paul B. Bishop
Ms. Doris Brey
OUR DONORS
We extend our deepest gratitude to our donors, who, in 2007, entrusted a total of $ $2,272,275 in gifts to establish new
funds and grow existing funds of The Community Foundation. These individuals, families, businesses, and organizations
have helped ensure that the gift of a helping hand will be there when and where it is needed in our community.
Mr. and Mrs. Chris Brooks
Ms. Kendra L. Brooks
Ms. Susan M. Brooks
Mr. and Mrs. Jack E. Brown
Ms. Jane H. Brown
Mr. Michael R. Brown and Ms. Vasoula Rogaris
Ms. Kathleen M. Brubaker
Mr. and Mrs. Donald S. Bruce
Mr. and Mrs. James F. Brucklacher
Ms. Ann Bruning
Ms. Dorothy Bruns
Mr. and Mrs. Rick Brunswick
Mr. and Mrs. Dick Bruntz
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas W. Bucci
Mr. and Mrs. Nathan S. Buchanan
Ms. Stella M. Buchanan
Mr. and Mrs. Brian L. Buck
Mrs. Cheryl Buckland
Ms. Sharon E. Buess
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Buffington
Sally K. Buis
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Buis
Mr. Michael P. Burbach
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher J. Burden
Mrs. Mary Burget
Mr. Timothy Burkart
Ms. Julie A. Burke
Ladonna J. Burnett
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur M. Burns
Mr. and Mrs. Larry K. Burns
Burroughs Marine Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. David E. Busch
Mr. and Mrs. Larry J. Busdeker
Pastor Mary Bushong
Business & Professional Women of Findlay & Hancock County
Mr. William R. Businger
Mr. and Mrs. Dean Butler
Mr. and Mrs. James Buttermore
Ms. Toni A. Buys
Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon L. Bycynski
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Byrne
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Byrne
Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Byrne
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Byrne
Mr. Ronald C. Cable
Ms. Juanita I. Cain
Cal Ruffing Memorial Fund
Ms. Janet Calkins
Mr. and Mrs. Gary E. Callihan
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Cameron
Mr. John L. Campbell
Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Campbell
Mrs. Sara E. Campbell
Ms. Susan Campbell
Mr. and Mrs. Erik D. Caprella
Dr. and Mrs. James P. Caralis D.O.
Ms. Judine Carleton
Clair J. Carty and Sheryl A. Pethers
Ms. Christie Casati-Kreuz
Mr. and Mrs. Mark E. Cassoday
Mrs. Naomi Chaney
Charles Construction Services, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Chasse
Dr. and Mrs. Daren Cheney
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Chesebro
Mrs. Lynn Child
China Garden / Lee Family
Ms. Patricia S. Church
Mr. and Mrs. William R. Church
Dr. and Mrs. John Cindric Jr.
City of Trotwood
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Clark
Class of 1982, David and Julie Colavincenzo
Homework Haven Helps Kids Succeed
OUR DONORS
Howard United Methodist Church’s “Homework Haven” program matches
trained volunteers with at-risk students from Washington and Jacobs
schools. Each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon, students receive a friendly
greeting, a listening ear, and a snack when they arrive after school. They
work with their tutor on homework or reading activities for an hour.
Students are referred by the school and registered by parents. This program
was funded by a HancockREADS grant from The Community Foundation.
Ms. Lindell Clemens
Mr. and Mrs. Greg Cline
Clyde St. Mary’s School
Denice Clyne
Mrs. Kathryn C. Foote-Coats
Mr. and Mrs. Barry M. Cobb
Mr. and Mrs. David A. Cody
Mr. and Mrs. Todd W. Coffman
Ms. Cleva J. Collar
Mrs. Anni Collette
Columbia Gas of Ohio
Committee to Elect Iriti
Ms. Kimberly R. Congdon
Mrs. Alice Conlisk
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Connolly
Mr. and Mrs. William Conrad
Construction & General Laborers’ Union
Chase Cook
Mr. and Mrs. Don Cook
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Cook
Lois J. Cook
Mr. Shane Cook
Cooper Tire - Accounts Payable Employees
Cooper Tire Employees
Mr. and Mrs. David E. Copeland
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Copeland
Mr and Mrs. H. Douglas Copus
Mr. Jay Corgiat
Dr. Frank A. and Mrs. Kim Cosiano
Ms. Lynn Costanza
Mr. and Mrs. Brad Cotterman
Mr. Douglas E. Couch
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Couchot
Mr. Mark I. Cover and Mrs. Laurel Adams-Cover
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur V. Craft
Mr. and Mrs. John G. Craft
Coldren-Crates Funeral Home
Mr. Charles M. Crates
Mrs. Rindy Crates
Mr. Eugene Crawford Jr.
Ms. Nita J. Crawford
Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Cruickshank
Mr. and Mrs. Dallas Cummings
Cummins Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Lee Cunningham
Mr. and Mrs. Tom W. Curran
Mr. and Mrs. Michael D. Dager
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas K. Dailey
Mrs. Marie Dally
Dancer’s Pointe
Ms. Jean Dankovich
Ms. Janet E. Darnall
Mr. and Mrs. Gary L. Davidson
The Honorable Allan H. Davis
Ms. Cathy Davis
Ms. Jane Davis
Rev. Paul W. DeMoss and Mrs. Sue DeMoss
Chiara De Vincenzo
Mr. Richard L. DeAngelis
Mr. William Y. Deck
Mr. Jason Deel
Dr. and Mrs. Richard Deerhake
Delaware County Sheriff ’s Office
National Speaker Helps Launch Women’s Giving Circle
Members of the steering committee who helped found Handbags That Help with speaker,
Dr. Claire Gaudiani, following the Kickoff Event held June 14, 2007. Front row: Dr. Claire
Gaudiani, JoAnne Ingold. Back row: Barbara Deerhake, Julie Anderson, Mary Beth Hammond,
Rindy Crates and Marie Swaisgood. Not pictured: Beverly Fisher and Ruth Aldrich.
Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Feller
Mr. and Mrs. Jon I. Fellers
Mr. Rodney P. Fellows
Mr. Scott E. Fenimore
Mr. William Ferguson
Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Ferrell
Fifth Third Bank
Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Filcoff
Pam Finder
Findlay Area Golf Association
Findlay City Schools
Findlay Community Disc Golf Association
Findlay Country Club
Findlay Digital Academy
Findlay Enrichment Programs
The Findlay-Hancock Community Foundation
Findlay High School Hockey Alumni
Findlay Machine and Tool
The Findlay Publishing Company
Findlay Rotary Club
Findlay Rotary Foundation, Inc.
The Findlay/Hancock County Bar Association
Tracie Finsel
First Federal Bank
Mr. Jim Fischer
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey A. Fish
Mrs. Beverly A. Fisher
Mr. and Mrs. Brad J. Fisher
Mrs. Rita Fitzgerald
Mr. and Mrs. Everett Fitzpatrick
Mr. James Fitzpatrick
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas N. Fitzpatrick
Mr. Mark D. Flannery
Mr. Jim Flechtner
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. Fleck
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Fleming
Ms. Shawna Fleming
Ms. Marina Flores
Mrs. Beth Flowers
Ms. Sharon Foley
Mr. and Mrs. Donovan K. Follas
Fort Ball Pizza
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald P. Fortman
Fortunaires Club Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Foust
Ms. Cleo F. Fox
Mr. and Mrs. Gary R. Frankart
Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Frankenfield
Ms. Mary L. Franklin
Mr. and Mrs. Dilbert Franz
Mr. and Mrs. John Fraser
Fraternal Order of Police, Findlay
Freewheel Racing Inc.
Associates of Fresh Encounter, Inc.
Fresh Encounter, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel L. Frick
Friends of the Findlay Hancock Co. Public Library
Mr. and Mrs. Don Frommer
Mr. and Mrs. John K. Fulcher
Mr. Mark Fullenkamp
Mr. and Mrs. Shawn M. Fultz
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph L. Funkhouser
Mr. and Mrs. Paul M. Furbush
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Gaffga
Dr. Radhika and Dr. Venkatraman Gajjala
Ms. Sybil E. Galer
Ms. E. Louise Gallant
Ms. Charleen K. Gangemi
Mr. Gilbert G. Garcia and Ms. Carrie Ann Graf
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Garland
Mr. and Mrs. Beryl D. Garrison
Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Garrison
Mr. and Mrs. Keith W. Gartner
Mr. Jerald A. Garver and Mrs. Jodi Witte Garver
Ms. Dorothy Garwood
Sara Wagner Gast Golf Outing
Mr. William N. and Mrs. Meribeth G. Geaman
OUR DONORS
Mr. and Mrs. John DeMarsh
Mr and Mrs. Timothy A. Demith
Ms. Sabrina Dempsey
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory J. Denecker
Ms. Melissa L. Depinet
Mr. and Mrs. Dale A. Devene Jr.
Mr. David Devita
Mr. and Mrs. Roy DeVore
Mr. and Mrs. Mark E. Dickman
Mrs. Anne Diehl
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew M. Diller
Mr. and Mrs. David J. Dillon
Mr. and Mrs. J. Steven Dillon
Mr. and Mrs. James Dimling
Mr. and Mrs. Billy Dobbins Jr.
Ms. Judith L. Doby
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Doll
Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Donaldson
Mrs. Lela. Doty
Douglass Defense Services
Ms. Mildred R. Dove
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas D. Drake
David J. Drelicharz and Jennifer M. Lavin
Mr. and Mrs. Terry A. Drennan
Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd E. Drew
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Drexler
Mr. Jerry W. Duke
Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Dunn
Mr. and Mrs. Hal E. Durbin
Mr. and Mrs. Craig P. Durliat
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew A. Dyer
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Dysard
Mrs. Barbara Dysinger
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin L. Eaves
Mrs. Erma Ebersole
Mr. James A. Ebert
Mr. and Mrs. Jay Edel
Mr. and Mrs Harold H. Edens
Mr. Michael A. Edie
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Elbin
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Elchert
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Ellerbrock
Mr. Gene M. Emrick
Mr. and Mrs. Tony L. England
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Eshleman
Dr. Karen Eubanks
Ms. Robin Euler
Mrs. Carol Evans
Ms. Kathleen Evans
Mr. and Mrs. James H. Ewalt
Ms. Lori Faeth
Mr. and Mrs. George S. Falb
Family Resource Center Lima, Ohio
Mr. and Mrs. Karl H. Farwig
Mr. F. William Fawley
Ms. Stacey Fay
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Federici
Mr. Dennis F. Feehan and Mrs. Mary C. Garcia Feehan
Mr. Joel D. Feinberg and Mrs. Anne
McJimsey-Feinberg
Ms. Martha J. Felder
Ms. Mary E. Fell
Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Fell
Mrs. Barbara Gebhardt
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence E. Geese Jr.
Ms. Ruby Gehrisch
Mr. and Mrs. Kurt F. Geisheimer
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Gembala
Mr. Matthew Gembala
Teri Genteman
Nancy George
Mr. and Mrs. Tyler N. George
Mr. and Mrs. David Gerardi
Ms. Suzanne M. German
Mrs. Barbara B. Geyer
Mr. and Mrs. David Gibboney
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy A. Giltner
Dr. Gregg C. Glamm D.D.S.
Ms. Pamela L. Glassco
Mr. Jack D. Glick
I. Glomski
Mrs. Dorothy Gorr
Mr. and Mrs. Alan B. Graf Jr.
Ms. Bridget M. Graf
Mrs. Jean C. Graham
Great Scot Supermarkets
Green Springs Business Association
Green Springs Summer Baseball
Ms. Judy Green
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Green
Tricia Green
Mr. and Mrs. Larry D. Greenawalt
Ms. Jennifer M. Greenberg
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew R. Greenwalt
Amber Greer
Mr. and Mrs. Allen Grimm
Mr. and Mrs. Larry G. Grismore
Mr. Walter E. Grunden
Ms. Leona L. Haar
Mr. and Mrs. David A. Hackenberg
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Haley
Dr. and Mrs. Fred Halvorsen
Ms. Evelyn J. Hamilton
Mr. and Mrs. Chris Hammond
Hancock County Agency on Aging, Inc.
Hancock County Educational Service Center
Hancock County Humane Society Foundation
Hancock Parks Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond R. Hanes
Mr. Todd L. Hanes
Mr. and Mrs. Richard F. Hankinson
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Hardesty
Ruth J. Hardy
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen J. Harper
Mr. and Mrs. Gary M. Harpst
Ms. Norma R. Harpst
Mrs. Sara Harrington
Ms. Anna Harris
Ms. Marsha M. Harris
Mr. Robert L. Harris and Mrs. Lori A. Lunn-Harris
Mr. and Mrs. Jay Hart
Ms. Christina K. Hartman
Mr. and Mrs. Mark R. Hartschuh
Harvest Baptist Temple
Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Haslacker
Mrs. Doris Hattendorf
Mr. and Mrs. John Haughawout
Mr. and Mrs. Craig Hauzie
Dr. Philip E. and Mrs. Peggy Havens
Mr. Jeffrey A. Hawk and Mrs. Janet Corey Hawk
Mr. Leo J. Hawk
Mr. Timothy J. Hawk
Mr. and Mrs. George Hay
Mr. and Mrs. John H. Haywood
Mr. and Mrs. David S. Healy
Ms. Christie A. Heater
HEATRON
Heck Rentals
Ms. Lelsee S. Heidlebaugh
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Heldman
Mr. Timothy M. Helfrich
Mr. Edwin L. Heminger
Mrs. Jane Heminger
Mr. and Mrs. Karl L. Heminger
Mr. and Mrs. Peter A. Hendel
Mrs. Candi Hendershot
Mr. and Mrs. Steven D. Herold
Herron Medical Services Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Gary R. Hess
Donnell Middle School Students Pay It Forward
OUR DONORS
Donnell Middle School’s Reader’s Club read “Pay it Forward” as part of the 2007 CommunityREAD. Camp Fire USA staff members then helped students with their own “pay it forward”
project—making fleece blankets for Project Linus, a nonprofit organization that provides
blankets to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need.
Ms. Carissa Hewitt
Mrs. Shirley Hewitt
Ms. Kathleen K. Higgins
Highland Consulting Associates, Inc.
Mrs. Kay Hill
Ms. Tamara Hill
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hindall
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph O. Hindall
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Hinesman
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hinkle
Mrs. Kathy. Hirschfeld
Ms. Catherine S. Hissong
Historic Preservation Guild Hancock County
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Hitchings
Mr. and Mrs. Cliff K. Hite
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Hoane
Mr. and Mrs. Steven C. Hoehne
Mr. and Mrs. Todd J. Hoerig
Mr. and Mrs. William G. Hoffman
Mr. and Mrs. Merle F. Hohman
Mrs. Susan Hollington
Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Hollister
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur L. Holman
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Houdeshell
Mrs. Grover C. House
Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Huber
Mrs. Cheryl Huffman
Ms. Elizabeth Hull
Mr. Leonard Hunt
Huntington National Bank
Huston Financial Services, Inc.
Mr. Lowell W. Huston
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy E. Hutchinson
Mr. and Mrs. Brian C. Hyde
Mrs. Alda Hymes
Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Hyre
IAC Fremont, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. William R. Iler
Mr. and Mrs. Edward D. Ingold
Mr. and Mrs. David M. Ingram
Inmon Motor Sales
Hon. and Mrs. Tony Iriti
Mrs. Laverne E. Irons
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Irons
Izaak Walton League
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Jackowski
Jacobs Primary School Staff
Mr. Joseph P. Jacobson
Mr. Nicholas C. Jacobson
Ms. Mary Sue James
Mr. Darol A. Jameson
Mr. and Mrs. Rob Jansen
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Janssen
Mr. and Mrs. Michael M. Janton
Ms. Sabina M. Jawor
Mr. Mark Johannigman
Darla Johannsen
N. Fern Johns
Mr. and Mrs. Bernard F. Johnson
Dr. James C. Johnson D.O.
Mr. and Mrs. John Johnson
Ms. Lorraine Johnson
Ms. Shelly Johnson
Children decorated piggy banks to encourage savings at the Wealth Fair sponsored by Hancock Saves. The purpose of
Hancock Saves is to promote and increase
saving and debt reduction to produce
financial stability among individuals
and families in Hancock County through
education and awareness. The program is
housed at the OSU Extension office and
facilitated by a broad base of community
partners. A grant from The Community
Foundation is the major funding source
for the Hancock Saves initiative.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Johnston
Mr. Robert S. Johnston
Mrs. Beth Jolliff-Sachs and Mr. Stephen Sachs
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Jolliff
Mr. and Mrs. Keith L. Jolliff
Mr. Ron Jolliff
April Jones Memorial Scholarship
Ms. Phyllis M. Jones
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Jones
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy A. Jones
Kendall W. Joseph
Mrs. Carol Dale Joseph
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Junker
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Jurosic
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Jurosic
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas T. Jurosic
Mr. Scott L. Kahle
Mr. and Mrs. Warren R. Kahn
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kaptur
Mr. and Mrs. Bryan G. Karhoff
Mr. and Mrs. James R. Kastner
Mr. and Mrs. Michael W. Keenan
Mr. W. M. Keenan
Mr. and Ms. Alphie E. Keller
Mr. and Mrs. Gary L. Keller
Mrs. Peggy Kelley
Mr. Larry Kelly
Ms. Ruth N. Kelly
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald L. Kemerley
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kemp
Ms. Heliodora D. Lengel
Leo Councilettes
Mr. Matthew J. Levin
Mr. and Mrs. Michael D. Lhamon
Liberty Benton Athletic Boosters
Liberty Benton Boys Basketball Team
Liberty Benton Football Parents Club
Liberty Benton High School Soccer Parents
Liberty Benton Music Boosters
Liberty Benton School - Pizza Lunch Funds
Liberty Benton Soccer Team & Coaches
Liberty Benton Z-Club
Licensed Specialty Products, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Lietzke
Lima Legionnaires Charitable Foundation
Lincoln Park Athletic Club
Mr. and Mrs. William R. Lindeman
Ms. Elizabeth A. Linhart
Ms. Phyllis M. Livingston
Mr. and Mrs. William Lobb
Mr. and Mrs. Roger Lockwood
Mrs. Marjorie M. Lodge
Mr. and Mrs. Laurence D. Loffman
Mrs. Mary Pat Longo
Mrs. Linda Lotz
Ms. Angie Lowenoak
Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Lucas
Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Lundeen
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Lunn
Mrs. Patty Luther
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin C. Lynch
Mr. and Mrs. Shawn M. Lyon
Mrs. Peggy Lyon
M&B Asphalt Company
Dr. Shane Maa and Mrs. Carolyn Cox Maa
Mr. and Mrs. Terry F. Maag
MAC Basketball Officials Assoc.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Mackell
Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Mahre
Mr. and Mrs. John B. Mains
Judith D. Mains
Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Mains
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony J. Makuch
Mr. Michael A. Makuch
Mrs. Denese Malacos
Dr. and Mrs. Jerry Mallett
Mrs. Anne Mallett
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Mancuso
Mandy Friar Scholarship Fund
Mr. Robert Manger
Marathon Petroleum Company, LLC
Ms. Beverly J. Marincic
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Marquart
Marriage Core Team
Ms. Angela J. Marriott
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Marshall
Ms. Linda S. Martin
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Martin
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Martin
Ms. Beth Martter
Ms. Mary Joan Martter
Mr. Bob Masulovich
Ms. Laurie Maynard
OUR DONORS
Hancock Saves Teaching
Good Habits to All Ages
Mr. and Mrs. J. Keplinger
Ms. Dorothy Kern
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Kern
Kessler Tank Company
Mr. David L. King
Mr. and Mrs. Everett S. Kirk Jr.
Mrs. Diana Kirk
Mr. and Mrs. Mark J. Kirk
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Klein
Mr. Thomas L. Klein
Mr. Robert J. Kline
Eleanor L. Klingler
Mr. Mark D. Knarr
Mr. Jason S. Knauff and Mrs. Mrinal Y. Shah
Mr. and Mrs. Lyle H. Kneeskern
Mr. Christopher Knight
Ms. Coletta Kobeszka
Mr. and Mrs. Jerome W. Kobeszka Jr.
Ms. Vickie C. Kobeszka
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kochheiser
Mr. and Mrs. George S. Kochis
Dr. and Mrs. George H. Koepke
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis H. Kollars
Mrs. Kay Kose
Mr. and Ms. Ed Kotlarczyk
Ms. Lottie Kotlarz
Ms. Barbara A. Kowalski
Rita Kreinbihl
Mr. and Mrs. Eric L. Krepps
Robin Kretzinger
Ms. Janice L. Kritzler
Mr. and Mrs. Mark W. Krivoruchka
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas M. Kroetz
Linda L. Kroske Trust
Vic L. Krout
Mrs. Kathy Krucki
Ms. Debora R. Krupp
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Kruse
Mr. and Mrs. Ryan M. Kruse
Teri Kubbs
Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Kuck
Mrs. Gwen Kuenzli
Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Kulczak
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin L. Kummerer
Mrs. Lisa Kurjan
Ms. Anne Lacko
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory J. Laird
Laminate Technologies, Inc
Mr. and Mrs. John M. Lammers
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Lammers
Mr. and Mrs. Reece Lane
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas D. LaPlant
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth L. Lather
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Laube
Mr. and Mrs. Terry J. Laubis
Mr. and Mrs. Donald F. Lawrence Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Lawrence
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Lebryk
Gertrude A. Lee 2006 Trust
Mr. John Lehman
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lehman
Mr. and Mrs Tim Leichty
Mr. Michael C. Leifheit
MBZ Speech/ Language Pathology
Mr. and Mrs. F. D. McCarthy
Lisa McClain
Mrs. Stephanie McClellan
Mr. Robert McClelland
McComb Athletic Boosters
Mrs. Eleanor McCoy
Ms. Jennifer McCoy
Mrs. Gene McEvoy
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer H. McKee
McKenna Construction Company, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick K. McKinzie
Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey A. McMath
Mr. and Mrs. Gary L. McMillen
Mr. Christopher McNally
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth P. McPherson
Mr. and Mrs. Brendan M. McTigue
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry R. Meckstroth
MEPAC Match Program
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Meredith
Mr. and Mrs. Jason Meshberg
Metcycling McNally
Mr. and Mrs. Russell Meyer
Ms. Pam Meyers Young
Ms. Rose M. Mickelson
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Middlesworth
Midwest Iron & Metal Co., Inc.
Midwest Masters Cycling Team
Mr. Derek Mihalik
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mihalik
Mrs. Pinkie Mihaly
Mr. Bryan Miller
Dr. Cheryl Miller
Mr. and Ms. Harry R. Miller
Mr. and Mrs. James H. Miller
Mr. and Mrs. James K. Miller
Mr. and Mrs. Leslie L. Miller
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas F. Miller
Mrs. Pauline Milligan
Millstream Farmers 4-H Club
Jane Minch
Lucinda E. Mires-Peebles
Mr. and Mrs. Douglass A. Mitchell
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey R. Mitchell
Ms. Sara Mitchell
Mitchell-Auxter Funeral Home
Mr. and Mrs. Keith A. Mohr
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Montaine
Mr. Robert W. Montgomery
Mr. and Mrs. Michael D. Montgomery
Terry C. Montgomery-West
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Moore
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O. Moorhead
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Morehart
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Morella
Mrs. Betty Morgan
Mr. Cory Morgan
Mr. and Mrs. Dana Morgan
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Carol Morgan
Mr. Michael and Mrs. Jill Morgan
Mr. and Mrs. Steven K. Morrow
Mr. and Mrs. Ted R. Morrow
Mr. and Mrs. Lester D. Moser
Mr. and Mrs. Matt Moser
Mr. and Mrs. Walter W. Moses
Mother Hubbard’s Learning Cupboard
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey A. Muhlenkamp
Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Murray
Mr. Don Musgrave
Ms. Vera M. Musgrave
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E. Musselman
Mrs. P. A. Musser
Mrs. Barbara J. Muzy
Mr. and Mrs. Don Nalley
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Nanamaker III
Needler Enterprises, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Neiling
Mr. and Mrs. Roger L. Neumeier
Mr. Jonathon and Dr. Sherri Newpol
Ms. Evelyn G. Nichols
Mrs. Barbra Nichols
Mr. Dale Nicholson
OUR DONORS
Richard and Mildred Bishop attended the 2007 Annual Meeting. In 2005,
their children honored them by establishing a designated fund in their
name, the “Richard N. and Mildred B. Bishop Fund” which benefits Hancock Christian Clearing House. Gifts celebrating birthdays, holidays, and
anniversaries continue to grow this fund.
Mr. G. Norman Nicholson
Mr. and Mrs. John B. Nicodemus
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Niekamp
Mrs. Beth Niemeyer
Mrs. Gertrude Nodoro
Mr. and Mrs. William D. Nonnamaker
North Clay Community Unit
North Clay High School
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Nowling
Apollos O. Nwauwa
Mr. Dustin Oaks
Ms. Jody O’Brien
Ohio Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, Inc.
Ohio State Eagles Charity Fund
Ohio Youth Soccer Association North, Inc.
Mr. Matthew O’Keefe
Ms. Carol Oken
Ms. Phyllis J. Oman
Ms. Jane K. O’Neil
Belen Ong
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Opolski
Mr. and Mrs. Glen L. Opp
Ms. Barbara Opperman
Mr. John Orndorff
Dr. and Dr. Stephen H. Orr
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas D. Orwick
Ms. Carolyn A. Otis
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Otley
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Otley
Mr. and Mrs. Nick Otley
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Packey
Mrs. Zan Palmer
Mrs. C. Paul Palmer
Mrs. Sarah Palmer
Mr. and Mrs. James D. Paluch
Mrs. Susan Pancake
Sung-Yeon Park
Doris Parke
Mr. Richard W. Parke
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Parke
Mr. Don G. Parrott
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Pasch
Mr. Brian A. Paskvan and Mrs. Rebecca A. Lentz-Paskvan
Mr. and Mrs. R. Allen Patrick
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Patterson
Mrs. Brianna Patterson
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Patterson
Mr. and Mrs. Roger D. Paul
Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Paul
Mrs. Jennifer Payne-White
Mrs. Jane Peak
Mr. John Pecoraro
Mr. Nathan Pedretti and Mrs. Jane Soung
Mr. and Mrs. Garry Peiffer
Mr. and Mrs. Terry N. Pellam
Ms. L. Maxine Penny
Peoria Bicycle Club
Mr. and Mrs. David R. Peplinski
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne L. Pepple
Performance Technologies
Dr. Sue Perrott Siferd
Mr. and Mrs. George Perry
Foundation Grant Supports
“Funday Sunday”
Mazza Museum’s “Funday
Sunday” 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. 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. “Funday Sunday” is
funded by a grant from The Community Foundation.
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher M. Roethlisberger
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew E. Roethlisberger
Mr. Charles T. Rogers
Ms. Wanda Rogowski
Mrs. and Mrs. Christina M. Romick
Mrs. Connie Rooney
Ms. Elizabeth A. Roschman
Dr. and Mrs. Fred Rosebrook
Mr. and Mrs. David A. Rossman
Ms. Regina Roszkowski
Trace G. Roth
Mr. and Mrs. A. Scott Rothey
Mr. and Mrs. W. Thomas Roush
Mr. and Mrs. Ron D. Routson
Mrs. Carol Rowe
Dr. & Mrs. Marv Rower
Rowmark
Mr. and Mrs. Joe D. Ruck
Mr. Phillip Runion
Mr. and Mrs. William E. Ruse
Rush Business Forms
Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. Russell
Mr. and Mrs. Robert R. Russell
Ms. Sarah W. Russell
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph D. Russo
Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Rustic
Mrs. Suzanne T. Sackmann
Mr. Gary Sams
Mr. and Mrs. Parker C. Sams
Ms. Janet Sanek
Mr. and Mrs. Stanley D. Sattler
Mr. and Mrs. Jim R. Saums
Mrs. Laura Savage
Mr. and Mrs. Louis S. Savage
Mr. and Mrs. Dallas J. Schaaf
Mr. Paul J. Schaaf
Mr. Brian J. Schaefer
Mrs. Richard Schaefer
Mr. Lawson Wade and Mrs. Kathy Schaller Wade
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Schaller
Ms. Lisa Schaller
Mr. Neil O. Schaller
Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin M. Scheib
Mr. and Mrs. Dale Schimmoeller
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Schimmoeller
Ms. Mary A. Schling
Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Schmidt
Madeleine Schneider Trust
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Schnippel
Mr. and Mrs. L. V. Schock
Schoonmaker Family Charitable Lead Trust
Mrs. Elaine H. Schoonmaker
Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Schroeder
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph C. Schulte
Ms. Mary K. Schulte
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Schulte
Mr. Tom W. Schulte
Janet B. Schwartz
Schwebel Family Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. David W. Searfoss
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Sebrell
Mrs. Herb Seelbach
Mr. and Mrs. David A. Seman
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey A. Shadle
Mr. and Mrs. Dale Shaheen
Mr. and Mrs. Jihad K. Shaheen
Ms. Diana J. Shamp
Mr. R. Matthew Shannon
OUR DONORS
Mrs. Allison Perry
Mr. Justin D. Persohn and Ms. Kristy J. Shumaker
Mr. and Mrs. John F. Peterson
Lorrell Pfaltzgraf
Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Pfeifer
Pfeiffer Family CLT
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald C. Pfeiffer
Philip Morris, USA Inc.
Ms. Brenda S. Phillips
Ms. Sandra L. Piech
Ms. Teresa Pierce
Ms. Alice Piorkowski
Mr. and Mrs. James F. Piper
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Plesec
Ms. Sue Plotts
Mr. Mark Polelle and Mrs. Bethann Griech-Polelle
Mr. Nick Polus
Mr. and Mrs. Sompong Pongtana
Mr. and Ms. Larry M. Poppe
Mr. and Mrs. David Potts
Mrs. Isabelle Pratt
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel L. Preston
Clarabelle Price
Mrs. Marti Price
Ms. Velma Price
Mr. and Mrs. Henry N. Prins
Mr. James Pritzker
Mr. and Mrs. C. Nicholas Pry
Mr. Mark R. Przespolewski
Mr. and Mrs. Jack A. Putnam
Ms. June M. Qualls
Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Quillen
Ms. Grace Q. Radkins
Rankin, Hill, Porter & Clark LLP
Mrs. Beverly Rarey
Mr. Tyler C. Ratliff
Mr. and Ms. Gerald G. Rayl
Ms. Wendy S. Rayl
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis L. Recker
Mr. Thomas A. Rectorschek
Mr. James D. Reddick
Mr. and Mrs. John C. Redman
Cecile Redoble
Mr. and Mrs. James D. Reed
Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Reichert
Dr. and Mrs. J. Alec Reinhardt
Reliance Home Inspections, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Craig Rennels
Mr. Kenneth Rettig
Ms. Cara E. Rex
Ms. Nicole R. Reyna
Ms. Bethanne H. Reynolds
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Rhodes
Mrs. Kolleen Kirk Rill
Ms. Peggy J. Rinehart
Mr. and Mrs. Roland M. Rittner
Mr. and Mrs. Mark J. Ritzler
Ms. Bridget Robb
Mr. and Mrs. Matt E. Robb
Dr. and Mrs. B. J. Roberts
Mrs. Mary Jane Roberts
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Rodabaugh
Ms. Ruth E. Roether
Patricia Ann Sharninghouse
Mrs. Anne Sheaffer
Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Sheehan
Mr. and Mrs. James W. Sheerer
Ms. Marcia R. Shellenbarger
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Shields
Mr. Jeff Shingler
Ms. Phyllis K. Shoaff
Mr. and Mrs. Duane S. Shock
Dr. Donna Shoupe and Mr. Lee Hellmuth
Ms. Karen Shoupe and Mr. Robert Gilker
Mrs. Wendene W. Shoupe
Mr. and Mrs. Roger E. Shroll
Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Sidle
Ms. Theresa E. Siebold
Mr. Thomas W. Siegel
Signal-Tech
Jennifer Simpson
Mr. and Mrs. Steven R. Skiles
Mr. John G. Skoubis
Ms. Phyllis J. Slaughterbeck
Mr. and Mrs. R. Eugene Slough
Mr. and Mrs. John Smith
Mrs. Karen Smith
Mr. Lloyd E. Smith
Mr. Mark D. Smith and Mrs. Phyllis Stover-Smith
Ms. Michelle Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Roger J. Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Tom A. Smith
Mr. Daniel Smucker
Mr. and Mrs. Don E. Snyder
Mr. and Mrs. John J. Solt, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Sorg
Southeastern Data Coop Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. John T. Sparks
Mr. and Mrs. Curt E. Spath
Mrs. Phyllis Spragg
Mrs. Susan Spragg
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sprague
St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
St. Michael The Archangel Parish
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony J. Stanfar
Mrs. Brittany Stanley
The Stassins
Mr. Marvin Stechschulte
Mr. Zelton Steed
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Stefanac
Ms. Diane C. Stegmeier
Mrs. Christa Steiner
Mr. and Mrs. David R. Steiner
Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Steiner
Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Steiner
Mr. Robert L. Steinman
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Steinman
Stemtown Historical Society
Mrs. Nancy Stephani
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Steva
Mrs. Julie Stevens
Dr. and Mrs. William Stitt
Mr. and Mrs. Mark J. Stock
Ms. Rebecca Stocking
Dr. and Mrs. Gregory L. Stover
Mr. and Mrs. Philip D. Stover
Mr. Gary Stowell
2007 Marked 20 Years of Service for Deerhake
OUR DONORS
At the 2007 Annual Meeting, Board Chairman, Chuck Younger, presented Barbara Deerhake, President, with a gift celebrating her 20 years with The Community Foundation.
Barbara was hired as the first local program officer for the Dorney Fund in 1987, was
named the first President of The Community Foundation in 1999, and has continued to
lead the Foundation ever since. In October 2007, she announced her intent to retire in
2008. Barbara and her passion for our community will be greatly missed, but we wish
her well as she embarks on this exciting new stage in her life.
John P. Stozich Memorial Golf Outing
Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Strasbaugh
Mr. and Mrs. Karl A. Streacker
Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Streacker
Streaker Tractor Sales Inc.
Ms. Connie Strouse
Mr. and Mrs. James R. Stuck
Ms. Carol Stucky
Mr. and Mrs. Chuck F. Stumpp Jr.
K.A. Suggs
Ms. Pearl Sussman
Ms. Shirley N. Sussman
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis W. Svoboda
Ms. Nancy S. Swartz
Mr. and Mrs. David E. Sweeney
Mr. and Mrs. Dale E. Swiger
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Szaruga
T & S Enterprises
Mr. and Mrs. Hugh A. Tavernier
Mrs. Mary F. Taylor
Team Pegasus
Mr. and Mrs. Clayton E. Tenniswood
Mr. and Mrs. Terry Terhark
Mr. Richard L. Tesnow
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Theodore
Mrs. Ann M. Thieman
Mrs. Denise Thomas
Ms. Helen M. Thomas
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey N. Thomas
Ms. Patricia L. Thomas
Mr. and Mrs. Bob Thompson
Mr. John D. Thompson
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Thompson
Opal Thompson Estate
Mr. and Mrs. Todd Thompson
Tiefenbach
Tiffin Foundary and Machine, Inc.
Tiffin Lodge # 77 F & AM
Tiffin University
Mrs. Jane J. Tille
Time Warner Cable
Mr. John J. Tinsman
Mr. and Mrs. David H. Todd
Ms. Kathleen G. Todd
Ms. Ann Tomlinson
Ms. Wendy Tossey
Town and Country RV Center Inc.
Ms. Kimberly Ann Trautman
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin D. Treece
Mr. and Mrs. Steven D. Treece
Ms. Deanna L. Trella and Mr. Scott R. Jacobson
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Tully
Mr. and Mrs. H.B. Turner
Two Songs
Underground Utilities, Inc.
Amy Ungerer
University of Findlay
Ms. Beth A. Utz
Ms. Mildred P. Vajagich
Mr. and Ms. Frank Valentin
Mr. and Mrs. John Vanderbaan
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond H. VanGunten
Arcadia 6th Graders Learn Essential
Keyboarding Skills
In today’s computer age, typing is a critical skill to master for even the
youngest students. To ensure that their students won’t be left behind,
Arcadia Elementary School has implemented a keyboarding program for
6th grade students using The Writer Learning System’s UltraLab system, a
complete mobile keyboarding, writing, and assessment lab. The “labs” are
portable word processors which allow students to practice keyboarding
without cutting into regular computer lab time—a huge benefit to a school
like Arcadia, where computer labs are shared by both high school, middle
school and elementary students.
The program allows students to create, edit, revise, and publish documents.
Additional instruction reinforces accuracy in students’ posture, hand position, and keyboarding skills. As a culminating project for this program, the
students produced a newsletter written as though it was the 1940s—which
tied in with a World War II lesson they had just finished. This program was
funded by a grant from The Community Foundation.
Mr. and Ms. Daniel Wilhelm
Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Wilin
Mr. and Mrs. James A. Willard
DJSM Williams Trust
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen D. Williams
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Williams
Williard Area Kiwanis Club
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. Williman
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Wilson
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilson
Mr. Dave Wilson
Mr. and Mrs. Gary W. Wilson
Mr. Ronald S. Wilson
Mr. and Mrs. John Winger
Mr. and Mrs. J. Theodore Winkeljohn
Ms. Joan Winkle
Mr. and Mrs. Rodney L. Winkle
Mr. and Mrs. John D. Wise
Ms. Yvonne Wisler
Mr. and Mrs. Neal R. Wisner
Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Withrow
Ms. Ivadean Wolber
Ms. Jayne Wolford
Women of Century Health
Ms. Karis Woodward
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Worden
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Wright
Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Wrobel
Mr. and Mrs. John U. Wurm
Mr. and Mrs. James M. Wyant
Mr. and Mrs. Paul D. Wyatt
Mr. and Mrs. Randall D. Wyatt
Wynn-Reeth Inc.
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Kay Yantz
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Yelinich
Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Yingling
Mr. and Mrs. John D. Yorkovich
Mr. Charles J. Younger
Mrs. Mariann D. Younger
Mrs. Beth Zachrich
Mr. and Mrs. William D. Zachrich
Mrs. Chris Zawisza
Mrs. Joyce Ziegler
Mr. and Mrs. John F. Ziemniak
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew P. Ziemniak
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Ziemniak
Mr. Scott A. Ziemniak
Ms. Virginia M. Ziemniak
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Zito
Zonta Club of Findlay
OUR DONORS
Ms. Jennifer L. VanHook
Mr. Michael Varney
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E. Vaupel
Mr. Eric M. Veit
Ms. Patricia Verzani
VFW George Stoll Post 3343
VFW Green Springs
VFW of Ohio Charities
VFW Post 667
Mr. and Mrs. Paul D. Vicars
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Vickery
Mrs. Jeanette Vielhaber
Mr. and Mrs. John T. Vielhaber
Mr. Lawrence M. Vielhaber
Mr. Richard L. Vielhaber
Mr. and Mrs. Greg Vigesaa
Ms. Joyce M. Votaw
Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Waaland
Ms. Sally O. Wadsworth
Mr. Rich Wagner
Mr. Scott N. Wagner
Wahl Refractories
Mr. and Mrs. Earl W. Walker
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin B. Walker
Ms. Nancy Walker
Mr. Walter Walker
Mrs. Pat Wall
Mrs. Emily Walton
Mr. and Mrs. K. Randall Wanamaker
Mary Wannemacher
Joe K. Ward Trust
Dr. and Mrs. Reginald Wardle
Mr. and Mrs. Roger A. Warmuth
Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Warren
Mr. and Mrs. Jack D. Wasbro
Ms. Eleanor Watanakunakorn
Ms. Constance S. Weasel
Mr. and Mrs. Bob Weaver
Mrs. Evelyn J. Weaver
Mr. and Mrs. Michael L. Webber
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Weickert
Mr. and Mrs. Darrell J. Weidman
Ms. Nancy L. Weidner
Mr. and Mrs. Nate Weihrauch
Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Weising
Mr. and Mrs. Sherman D. Weld
Mr. and Mrs. James W. Wells
Ms. Alison D. Wentland
Ms. Deanna L. Wentz
Ms. Lisa Wentz
Mr. and Mrs. Theodore J. Westerheide
Ms. Patricia E. Wharton
Ms. Lisa A. Whatley
Mrs. Mary Wheeler
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin P. Wheeler
Mr. Edward G. Whipple
Mr. and Mrs. John S. Whitaker
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Z. White
Mr. and Ms. Edgar C. White
Mr. and Mrs. Martin E. White
Mr. Geoffrey Whitehouse
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Wilch
Mr. and Mrs. Melford E. Wilcox
Allen P. Dudley Memorial Bandshell
The bandshell at Riverside Park was constructed in 1940 under the direction of the
Work Projects Administration, a Depression-era program that built many public
facilities. The bricks used to build this structure were from the old waterworks
building that had been located on the same site. The bandshell represents some of
the classic architecture of the day. Area craftsmen built special wooden concrete
forms to shape the dome, making the acoustics nearly perfect for outdoor music.
The free “Concert in the Park” summer music series began in 1952. In the late
1950s, Allen P. Dudley organized the Summer Concert Series at Riverside Park, and
after his death the bandshell was named in his honor. Findlay-native, Dick Daugherty, hosted the band concerts at Riverside Park for over 50 years. He was honored
in 2004 when the area around the bandshell was named “Dick Daugherty Plaza.”
When the concert series encountered financial sustainability concerns in 1987,
a grant from the Dorney Fund helped solidify the event. Interestingly, free public
music was a priority for L. Dale Dorney, and 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. Photo courtesy of the Hancock Park District.
Grants in 2007 reached a record $2.7 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 who “remembered their
community.”
Donor-Advised and
Supporting Organization Grants
These grants were recommended by
the business, individual, or family who
established the Donor-Advised Fund;
or were directed by the board of the
Supporting Organization.
Fund of TCF
$5,000 Endowment Building
Findlay Area Youth for Christ
$10,000 General Support
$32,175 Matching Grant for Findlay High School Sousaphone purchase
American Red Cross Hancock County
$500
General Support
First Presbyterian Church of Findlay
Arlington Local School
$3,000 Support of Arlington School
Foundation
$558
Support of Arlington School
Foundation
Greater Findlay Inc. Foundation
$5,000 Support of Hancock Leadership All-Star Playground Project at the Cube
Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock Co.
$500
General Support
Humane Society of Hancock County
$500
General Support
Junior Achievement of Hancock County
$550
General Support
The Kiwanis Foundation of Findlay, OH
$2,500 Support of Kiwanis School Supply Project
Lakeside Chautauqua Foundation
Macklin Intergenerational Institute
Marietta College
Hancock Leadership Builds All-Star Playground
The 2007 Hancock Leadership class project was to build an
All-Star Playground west of The Cube on North Main Street.
Class members, who completed all of the construction work
themselves, pledged $5,000 toward the $75,000 project. The
remaining funds were raised through fundraisers and community donations including a $5,000 gift from a donor-advised fund
at The Community
Foundation and
also a $15,000
grant from the
L. Dale Dorney
Fund as part of
the Foundation’s
competitive grant
cycle.
Blanchard Valley Health Foundation
$1,000 Legacy Society
$5,000 Capital Campaign - New Patient Pavilion
$5,000 Capital Campaign - New Patient Pavilion
Boy Scouts of America, Black Swamp
Area Council
$250
General Support
Cancer Patient Services
$250
General Support
Child Evangelism Fellowship, Inc
Mazza Enthusiasts Fund of TCF
$10,000 Endowment Building
C.H.O.P.I.N. Hall
Hancock County Agency on Aging
$500
General Support
The Nature Conservancy
$500
General Support
City Mission of Findlay, Ohio
Hancock Historical Museum Association
$250
General Support
Nature Conservancy Ohio Field Office
$500
General Support
College First Church of God
$1,000 Capital Campaign Support - Camp
Otyokwa
Hathaway Brown
Ohio State University Foundation
Ohio Wesleyan University
$1,000 Blaine Grimes Scholarship Fund
OUR GRANTS
Our Grants
St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
St. Mark’s United Methodist Church
Salvation Army
OUR GRANTS
Seneca County Agricultural Society
$35,000 Support of new restroom facility at Seneca County Fairgrounds
World Trust - World Class
United Way of Hancock County
University of Findlay
$10,000 Trustee Center for Academic Excellence
University of Findlay, Mazza Museum
$30,000 Capital Campaign Support
$10,000 Support of Operating Endowment
$1,000 FunDay Sunday Support
$10,000 Support of Operating Endowment
WBGU-TV, Public Television
$30,000 Digital Conversion Capital Campaign
$500
General Support
$250
General Support
Designated & Agency
Endowment Grants
Designated and agency 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 Arlington School Foundation
Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock
County
$3,125.28 Capital Campaign for Patient Pavilion
Camp Fire USA
$365
General Support
CASA/GAL (Voices for Children)
City of Findlay
$60,000 Field of Dreams
$9,160 Support of purchase of new K-9 for Findlay Police
City Mission of Findlay, Ohio
$534
General Support
$549
Capital Improvements Support
Western Reserve Academy
$5,000 Andrew Gugliemli Scholarship Fund Support
The Findlay Art League
$149
Support of Student Art Shows
$14,139 New Opportunities for Work Project (Project NOW)
$4,038 William H. and Martha E. Lape Fund for Innovative Initiatives
The Findlay-Hancock Community Foundation
Findlay Hope House for the Homeless,
Inc.
$3,898 Program Support
$961
General Support
First Presbyterian Church of Findlay
Fraternal Order of Police
$3,000 K-9 Training Support
$409
General Support
$365
General Support
Hancock Historical Museum Association
$300
Founding Fathers Lecture Series Support
$342
Support and Maintenance for The Little Red School House,
MacArthur Train and Mae Huston Local History Resource Center
Camp READ
WGTE Public Broadcasting
$250
General Support
Young Men’s Christian Association
(Findlay)
$10,000 Tennis Facility Capital Campaign
$250
Strong Kids Campaign Support
TOTAL 2007 Donor Advised and Supporting Organization Grants:
$335,649.00
Camp READ participants practice their chop stick skills during the second annual Camp
READ held at Millstream South. The week-long program is organized by Findlay City
Schools and Findlay Enrichment Programs, Inc. and was funded, in part, by a Hancock
Education Fund Grant from The Community Foundation. Photo courtesy of Randy Roberts, The Courier.
Macklin Intergenerational Institute
$12,330 Intergenerational Certificate Training
$2,168.50 Student Tuition Assistance
AED Devices Save Lives
OUR GRANTS
Open Arms Domestic Violence and
Rape Crisis Center
St. John’s Lutheran Church
$2,276 Grounds Upkeep
United Way of Hancock County
$2,991 Agency Support
$14,794 Programs, Projects, and Admin. Costs, Wizard CMC with Com-
puter System - Matting Machine
(Findlay)
$3,160 Membership Fees for Low-Income Youth
TOTAL 2007 Agency Endowment and
Designated Grants = $282,395.78
Pass Thru Grants
The Community Foundation can assist donors giving to causes they care
about through IRA rollovers, stock,
and other gifts.
C.H.O.P.I.N. Hall
City of Findlay
$500
Field of Dreams
The Family Center Fund of TCF
Local statistics show that cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in
Hancock County. In 2005, Findlay death certificates show that 55 deaths were directly
attributed to cardiac arrest/myocardial infarction. Additionally 21 deaths were listed as
cardiac arrythmia. Because cardiac arrest is usually a result of an electrical malfunction of
the heart, delivering a shock from an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) within minutes
of collapse can dramatically increase the victim’s survival rate.
A 2006 grant (implemented in 2007) from the Madeleine Thomas Schneider Fund allowed
the Findlay City Health Department to purchase 12 AED devices to be placed in various
locations within the City of Findlay. In addition to purchasing the AED devices, the program
provided AED and CPR training for employees. By partnering with the Hancock County
Health Department, at the close of 2007, AED devices had been placed in over 30 locations
throughout the city and county, and 151 city and county employees had received training.
Fortunately, none of the devices have had to be used locally, however, a trained employee
on vacation in South Carolina used one to save a person’s life. Photo courtesy of Randy
Roberts, The Courier.
William and Martha Lape Fund Grants - Findlay City
Schools
Architecture for the Elementary
Art Classroom - Lincoln Elementary
School, $500
Provided professional development to
develop an elementary teaching unit incorporating history, mathematics, and science
into the subjects of art and architecture.
Creating a 21st Century Freshman
Wing Concept - Findlay High School,
$800
Provided professional development for
freshman teachers to educate them on
the benefits of incorporating 21st Century
skills into the freshman wing concept.
Reaching Higher - Donnell Middle
School, $660
WBGU-TV, Public Television
$30,000 Digital Conversion Capital Campaign
Provided opportunities for special needs
and gifted middle school students to
collaborate in reading, writing, and grammar activities to improve knowledge and
language proficiency as well as social and
emotional growth.
National Restaurant Association Education Foundation’s Summer Institute
for Prostart Instructors – Millstream
East, $500
Provided professional development
through technical and academic instruction to stimulate students’ interest in food
service careers and post secondary food
services and chef training.
Chinese Language and Culture Classes
– Gifted Department, $500
Provided the first level of Chinese for
American speakers including learning to
read, write and speak basic Mandarin
Chinese for 40 elementary and high school
students to raise awareness of China and
Chinese customs.
(Findlay)
$10,000 Tennis Facility Capital Campaign
TOTAL 2007 Pass Thru Grants =
$125,500.00
Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center
$6,000/ one year
Improve low-income Hancock County
women’s preventive health care by funding
pap smear availability.
OUR GRANTS
TOTAL 2007 Field of Interest Grants:
$21,340
Field of Interest Grants
These competitive grants are supported by donors who have identified a specific area of concern, such
as education, youth, arts, and social
services.
Competitive Grants
The Hancock Education Fund
$15,340/ one year
Provided Hancock County students with
21st Century Learning skills by funding the
Hancock Education Fund. The Community
Foundation was the fiscal sponsor for the
Hancock Education Fund.
American Red Cross of Hancock County
$30,000/one year
Provided disaster assistance to Hancock
County residents by supporting the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.
These grants were awarded from
unrestricted resources given to our
community.
$3,504/one year
Trained 2,500 Hancock County citizens annually in updated CPR and AED (automated
external defibrillator) skills.
Wrought Iron Bridge Project Preserves Local
History and Benefits Park District
The Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County
$13,250/one year
Increased agency efficiency by replacing a
computer, server, credit card machine, and
ticketing software.
CASA/GAL of Hancock County
$15,000/one year
Supported consultant fees to provide board
and staff training to better serve over 90
abused and neglected children in Hancock
County.
Central Church of Christ
$12,000/one year
Increased academic achievement skills for
56 Lincoln Elementary students by continuation and expansion of Homework Central
by funding staff.
Century Health, Inc.
$12,000/one year
Provided construction drawings and cost
estimates to consolidate Century Health
into one facility.
CHOPIN Hall
$41,290/three years
Increased efficiency of services to over
40,000 low-income Hancock County residents by supporting paid staff and training.
Council on Domestic Violence (Open Arms)
$51,258/one year
Partially supported an internet sexual predator intervention and prevention program
benefiting over 4,000 Hancock county
children and adults.
Family Resource Centers
$40,800/two years
Trained 36 youth-serving adults in researchbased Aggression Replacement Training
(ART) to reduce violence in Hancock
County youth.
$93,095/two years
Employed a full-time Occupational Therapy
Supervisor to supervise University of Findlay
Occupational Therapy students to integrate
occupational therapy into the local mental
health system.
The 110 year-old wrought-iron bridge which stretches across the Blanchard
River on Marion Township Road 241 will be replaced in 2008 with a wooden
covered bridge. The existing bridge, an historic structure built in 1895 by the
Canton Bridge Company Builders in Canton, Ohio, is one of the best remaining in Hancock County. The Hancock Parks Foundation is leading a project to
preserve the bridge by moving it to nearby Riverbend Recreational Area to
connect Big Oaks Activity Area to the multi-purpose activity area and campgrounds across the old river Oxbow. A grant from The Community Foundation
will partially support bridge consultant fees.
Glenwood Middle School
$1,300/ six months
Promoted summer reading to all Findlay
City School students by keeping Glenwood Middle School Library open Monday
Classroom Performance System
Imagine a classroom where students
are so engaged in the lecture that
they all respond to every question
they’re asked.
In several Findlay City schools,
teachers are using the Classroom
Performance System (CPS) where
each student uses a clicker that
resembles a TV remote to answer
questions. A question and a set of
answers are projected onto a screen
for the entire class to see. The student chooses the answer by pressing a key on the clicker. Upon completion of the test, quiz, or review,
the activity can be automatically
graded by CPS and entered into
the teacher’s software grade book.
Results are recorded in the teacher
database as individual scores and
as a class average. Teachers are able
to recognize immediately where
a lesson or concept needs further
explanation, identify students who
need additional practice, and can
act immediately to address the
situation without spending valuable
time grading papers.
Focus on Friends
$23,054/ three years ($8,000 of this grant is
from Field of Interest)
Served over 1,000 Hancock County individuals suffering from severe mental illness by
providing increased hours of operation for
Focus on Friends.
Up to $42,525/one year
Provided The Family Center operational
management through supporting a building
manager salary and benefits.
Contracted with OrangeBoy Inc. to provide
Cluster Development for donors of Hancock
County.
Positioned The Community Foundation
for future success by funding a strategic
planning consultant to facilitate a three-year
plan.
Documented the Madeleine Thomas Schneider story to share her life and philanthropy as inspiration to others.
Supported the CommunityREAD event
which highlighted the book “Pay It Forward”
by author Catherine Ryan Hyde.
Findlay Service League
$1,000/one year
Provided 10 mattresses as part of the Findlay Service League (FSL) “Extreme Makeover” of City Mission to address the needs of
Hancock County’s homeless population
Good Hope Lutheran Church
$699/one year
Created a culture of recycling and volunteerism for residents of Arlington, Ohio, by
purchasing recycling bins and supplies.
Hancock County ADAMHS (Alcohol,
Drug Addiction and Mental Health
Services) Board
$4,400/one year
Provided more efficient psychiatric care to
over 2,300 Hancock County residents suffer-
The Community Foundation has
approved several grants to provide
CPS learning systems for local
schools.
ing from mental illness.
County senior citizens.
$20,050/one year
Provided 16 “supportive living” apartment
units through funding preconstruction
studies and drawings.
Hancock County Family First Council
$7,855/ one year
Served an additional 27 children ages birth
to three by providing a part-time Help Me
Grow Service Coordinator.
Up to $679,950/ three years
Provided a Program Related Investment
(PRI) for architectural consulting fees,
purchase of property, and general construction costs for 16 supportive living apartment
units.
Hancock County Educational Service
Center
$104,400/two years
Supported consultant costs to raise student
achievement for 2,000 Hancock County students by training 85 teachers in the Literacy
Curriculum Alignment Project (LCAP).
$12,000/one year
Created literacy success for 187 students
through funding Literacy and Mentoring
Partners (LAMP) building coordinator
stipends.
Hancock County Agency on Aging
$29,440/one year
Supported a feasibility study for a new facility to meet increased demands of Hancock
$2,700/one year
Provided over 2,400 low-income Hancock
County children free lunches during the
Summer Feeding Program.
Hancock Historical Museum
$8,210/ one year
Provided secure, quality historical exhibits
to Hancock County residents through construction of five display cases.
Hancock Leadership Class of 2007
Up to $15,000/ one year
Expanded outdoor activity space for Hancock County children by supporting the
All-Star playground adjacent to the Field of
Dreams and CUBE sports complex.
Hancock Parks Foundation
$3,600/ three years
Provided free Riverside Park summer
concerts to over 5,500 Hancock County
residents.
OUR GRANTS
through Friday during the summer.
Donnell Middle School
$16,675/one year
Increased academic achievement for 470
Donnell Middle School students through
staff training and purchase of the Classroom
Performance System (CPS).
Arlington School Foundation
Scholarship Awards
Investing in deserving students may
be the best investment you ever make.
Neil Acharya Memorial Tennis Scholarship
Kyle Collette
OUR GRANTS
Herb S. Aldrich Memorial Scholarship
Jason VanAtta
W.S. (Sherman) & Wanda Alge Family
Scholarship
Stephen O’Rear
Eva Kate Cowen Anderson Scholarship
Samantha Jo Fiebelkorn
Arlington School Foundation Scholarship
Ryan Graydon
When Dave Rossman returned to Arlington Schools to serve as superintendent in 2005, he had a very special goal on his agenda—to establish a school
foundation as a permanent source of financial support for Arlington students
and teachers.
He recruited a group of local parents, teachers, alumni, and community members to serve on the foundation board, and with the school board’s approval
the Arlington School Foundation (ASF) was established. The mission of ASF is
to provide college scholarships for graduating seniors and to provide funds for
teachers to enhance the classroom experience and improve student learning.
The Community Foundation is working with ASF to ensure a lasting and reliable source of income for their mission. We congratulate this ambitious group
for helping to establish four new scholarships for Arlington students, and
several other funds to enhance classroom learning and support athletics and
extra-curricular activities.
Pictured above (left to right): Dave Rossman, former Arlington Schools Superintendent; Ryan Graydon, Class of 2007, first ASF scholarship recipient; Keith
Jolliff, President, Arlington School Foundation.
$4,740/one year
Supported consultant fees to preserve the
historic 1895 iron bridge on TR 241 for Hancock county residents.
Hancock Properties Foundation, Inc.
Provided operating expenses for The Family
Center, which housed 16 nonprofit agencies
serving Hancock County residents.
Mazza Museum- International Arts
from Picture Books
$9,300/three years
Funded coordinator and artists’ stipends
and supplies to support 24 “Funday Sunday”
outreach events to encourage literacy and
the arts for Hancock County children and
their families.
tion dollars to be more effective grantmakers and work with statewide policy leaders
to implement improvements to Ohio’s
kindergarten through 12 education system.
$250/one year
Supported the Ohio Transfer of Wealth
Initiative to identify Ohio’s concentration
of wealth and long-term projections to
estimate the time of peak transfer of that
wealth.
Read for LIFE
$250/six months
Supported the Read for LIFE organization
through participation in the annual Spelling
Bee.
TOTAL 2007 Competitive Grants =
$1,684,275
Ohio Grantmaker’s Forum
$500/one year
Assisted Ohio foundations to align educa56 • The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
Auto Alumni Scholarship
William Gruenemeyer
Albert J. Ball Scholarship
Andrew Giles
Daniel R. Bennett Scholarship
Brittni Barker, Cory Bryan, Christina Clary,
Samantha George, Ashley Rader
Marie D. Berry Scholarship Danielle Achten, Jihan Akra, Anthony Alessi,
Richard Alessi, Trevor Barrientos, Danielle
Bash, Lori Bell, Sarah Binkley, Andrew
Boehnlein, Tyler Boes, Allison Bormuth, Bryan Brigadoi Jr. , Melissa Brumbaugh, Michael
Carman, Richard Carter III, Steven Chin,
Ibrahim Choudhry, Suleymann Choudhry,
Kelly Clinger, Tyler Corder, Jacob Cramer,
Andrew Dehnoff, Mary Edmiston, Caleb
Elsea, Aaron Etzler, Lauren Faine, W. Wells
Faine III, Shelly Fetters, Heather Fraley, Jessica Gephart, Ryan Graydon, Cody Greeno,
Krista Guitierrez, Nathan Harris, Alicia
Hathaway, Mitchell Heacock, Matthew
Heater, Bethany Heldman, Abigail Holman,
Chelsea Holman, Courtney Holman, Emily
Hortsman, Debra Hoy, Joy Kellogg, Brittany
Kendrick, Michael Kentris, Jeffrey Kindig,
Katherine Kobeszka, Jennifer LaLonde,
Lauren Lammers, Morgan Lear, Whitney
Like, Taryn Longberry, Hana Maazaoui,
Wesley Mathern, Emma McDougle, Nicole
Miller, Tonya Myers, Carla Neiderhiser,
Melissa Neiderhiser, Jessica Olsen, Casey
Paul, Ashley Rader, Ashley Reinhart, Matthew Reiter, April Rettig, Aubrey Rettig,
Kora Ridings, Emily Roby, Julie Schlater, Kali
Schroeder, Victoria Sharrer, Teara Shuck,
Erika Simmermeyer, Eric Smith, Danielle
Strack, Kevin Thomas, Michelle Tidd, Craig
Von Stein, Brent Von Stein, Erik Ward, Emily
Weiler, Ashley Westenbarger, Brandon Wiler,
Brandi Young.
Lora Wiest Burgderfer Scholarship
Michael Carman, Heather Fraley, Lauren
Lammers, Morgan Lear, Abigail Leonard,
Emily Roby, Loveda VanDerMolen, Lauren
Williams.
FHS Class of 1956 Awards First Scholarship
Dr. William Stitt was a driving force behind this endeavor
OUR GRANTS
Joseph R. & Westelle L. Browne Performing Arts Scholarship
Cole Dachenhaus
Kylene Bycynski Memorial Scholarship
Jaimie Doyle, Andrew Willford
Kathy Carty Writing Scholarship
Nicole Miller
Ruth E. & Kenneth C. Casteel Scholarship
Angela Inbody
Chance to Dance
Hayley Havener, Sarah Brown, Brittany
Schmidt, Sarah Brown, Kristen Marincic,
Catherine DeMith, Melody McCloud (2006),
Amber McCullough (2006)
Charles Construction Services Annual
Award
Ethan Orians
James L. Child Jr. Scholarship
Jesse Wohl
Charles Robert Clapper Scholarship
Meghan Gannon
Floyd J. and Alice K. Curran Scholarship
Jihan Akra, Tyler Boes, Steven Chin, Ibrahim
Choudhry, Andrew Dehnoff, Mary Edmiston, Caleb Elsea, Lauren Faine, W. Wells
Faine III, Shelly Fetters, Cody Greeno, Ashley
Herod, Abigail Holman, Chelsea Holman,
Courtney Holman, Lea Holman, Kristin Hotaling, Susan Kau, Joy Kellogg, Sarah Kentris,
Jeffrey Kindig, Amber Loomis, Nicole Miller,
Melissa Neiderhiser, Ashley Rader, Alex
Raymond, Ashley Reinhart, Victoria Sharrer,
David Spridgeon II, Brendan Valentine, Molli
Weaver, Brandon Wiler.
Joel Bailey, Alison Maske
Richard E. (Dick) Daugherty Scholarship
Kelly Clinger
Allen P. & Ruth A. Dudley Music
Scholarship
Christina Niemeyer
David Egbert Memorial Scholarship
Stephen Kostyo
Esfandiary-Palte Scholarship
Brent Diller
Jennifer L. Fell Memorial Art Scholarship
Emlyn Strzempka
Pictured above: Trevor Barrientos (center) and his parents, Sabrina and George. At right: Dr. William Stitt.
At the 2007 FHS Senior Awards Banquet, Trevor Barrientos became the first-ever recipient of the Findlay High
School Class of 1956 Scholarship. The FHS Class of 1956, at
its 50th reunion in July 2006, voted to establish this fund to
support scholarship awards to Findlay High School graduates
who plan to prepare for careers in public school teaching.
The steering committee which founded this scholarship included Dr. William Stitt, Ed Bickford, Jane O’Neil, and Robert and Dee (Steiner) Waaland. The committee was saddened to
lose Dr. William Stitt following a brief battle with cancer in April of 2008. Bill was a driving force behind this scholarship and worked tirelessly to raise funds to build the endowment. Many of his family, friends, and classmates chose to remember Bill with a memorial
gift to the FHS Class of 1956 Scholarship Fund. This scholarship will continue to send FHS
graduates to college, forever, and it is a significant part of Bill’s legacy to his community.
Findlay Branch of the AAUW Scholarship
Angela Rader
Jean C. Graham Women’s Scholarship
Emily Hortsman, Katherine Kobeszka
Findlay-Hancock County Bar Association Scholarship
Kristin Hotaling, Cody Miller
Judith A. Griffin Scholarship
Jackie Walsh
Findlay High School Alumni Scholarship
Jackie Walsh
Findlay High School Class of 1956
Scholarship
Trevor Barrientos
Findlay Rotary Scholarship
Andrew Boehnlein, Ashley Rader
Dick Fisher Scholarship
Angela Misamore
M. Margaret Foster Scholarship
Bret Nye
William ‘Bud’ Clark Foster Scholarship
Kristin Hotaling
Mandy Friar Memorial Scholarship
Caleb Elsea
Historic Preservation Guild Memorial
Scholarship
Casey Paul, Emily Weiler
Tennyson Guyer Speech Award
Anthony Baratta
Wilbur Hall Scholarship
Renee Bader
Beth Heck Scholarship
Joy Kellogg
W. Kenneth & Ruth R. Helvie Scholarship
Nicole Miller
John W. Hollington Scholarship
Bryant Hendriksen
Huston Financial Services Scholarship
Jacob Mercer
Intersil Science & Engineering Scholarship
Todd Schleucher, Travis Walker
Loren Steiner Auto Shop Memorial
Scholarship
Joshua Drake
Donnell Teacher’s Lasting Legacy
OUR GRANTS
Shirley (Jenkins) Pettitt
presents Loveda VanDer
Molen with the Ronald
N. Jenkins Memorial
Scholarship at the 2007
Senior Awards Banquet
at Findlay High School.
The scholarship is named
in memory of Jenkins, a
teacher at Donnell Middle
School from 1964-1984.
Glen R. Stover Agriculture Scholarship
Brent Von Stein
Stacy Stover Memorial Scholarship
Joy Kellogg
Loveda Van Der Molen, Jesse Wohl
Joyce Swisher Memorial Scholarship
Lucas Tompkins
Turkey Bowl Memorial Scholarship
Alicia Almond
Mary Jo Urshalitz Music Scholarship
Alexis Washer
Mary Jo Urshalitz Nursing Scholarship
Teara Shuck
Earl E. Irons Scholarship
Cole Dachenhaus
M. Andrew May Scholarship
Anthony Baratta
William H. Jackson Scholarship
Brandon Agin
Robert & Helen McClelland Farm Child
Scholarship
Dustin Freed
Ron Jenkins Scholarship
Loveda VanDerMolen
Kyle Johnson Information Technology
Scholarship
Nicolas Rackley
Kyle Dean Johnson Super Techie Award
Julie Schlater
Vance Kramer III Scholarship
Michelle. Anderson
William H. & Virginia W. Kuck Church
& Community Award
Molli Weaver
Leo & Virginia Woodward Memorial
Scholarship
Brooke Conroy
Needler Family Scholarship
Abigail Holman
Linda B. Ziegler Scholarship
Jaime Malloy
John Noble Hockey Scholarship
Bryan Brigadoi Jr., Max Dobler, Timothy
Voorhees
TOTAL 2007 Scholarships = $249,725
Mike & Pat Oxley Scholarship
Christine Hentz
Mary Ellen Poff Memorial Scholarship
Cody Miller
Roger Renz Scholarship
Tyler Birchmeier
Bill Lobb Girls Basketball Scholarship
Emily Lause
E.D. Bud & Jean Retter Scholarship
Debra McCaffrey
David Lodge Golf Scholarship
Eric Kerns
Thomas Richard Shoupe, M.D. Post
Grad Scholarship
Elizabeth Renard
Benjamin R.L. Lunn Merit Scholarship
Alicia Almond, Anthony Baratta
Punk & Martha E. Mains Memorial
Scholarship
Jordan Betscher
Nathan C. Wilson Trade & Industrial
Technology Memorial Scholarship
Jason Weatherholtz
Erica Miller Memorial Scholarship
Michion Scott
Sheila Lewis Memorial Scholarship
Stephen Kostyo
Kyle P. Luginbuhl Memorial Scholarship
Sara Mitterholzer, Aubrey Rettig
Lester Werntz Scholarship
Kristin Miller
Bill Slack Memorial Scholarship
Trevor Barrientos
Zachary Smith Newspaper Carrier
Scholarship
Bryan Brigadoi
Foundation Offers Local
Grantwriting Workshop
The Community Foundation organized a
grantwriting workshop in June 2007 for
local nonprofits and interested individuals.
Dr. Don Udell (above) led the workshop.
Udell is a highly experienced grantwriter
and is a reader for five major foundations
including Mott and Public Welfare. President of The Udell Foundation, he knows
the philanthropic world from all perspectives and enjoys sharing his knowledge
with others.
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.
What Does the Foundation Typically Fund?
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:
What Does the Foundation Typically Decline?
The Community Foundation is not likely to support the
following:
• Programs serving Hancock County residents.
• Programs that make a substantial difference in the quality of community life.
• Sponsoring or attending conferences.
• Unnecessary duplication of existing services.
• Requests from individuals.
• Ongoing operating expenses.
• Annual appeals or membership drives.
• 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 • Fundraising projects or advertisements;
endowment; debt reduction.
• 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.
engagements and build social capital.
• Staff positions for government agencies.
• Programs that address prevention as well as remediation.
• Stand-alone books, films, or videos.
• Programs that acknowledge and respect diversity • Computer equipment.
and help bridge differences among individuals, organizations, and communities.
• Medical research.
• Organizations with fiscal soundness and plans for • Retroactive programs and projects.
continuing their program in the future.
• Partisan political advocacy.
• Organizations that demonstrate sustainability.
• Capital requests or capital campaigns.*
• 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.
Grant Review Schedule
*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.
for Competitive Grants :
Proposals due the First Friday of:
Interviews with Program Staff:
Board Decisions:
December
March
June
September
January
April
July
October
February
May
September
November
GUIDELINES FOR GRANTSEEKERS
Guidelines for Grantseekers
HancockREADS
HANCOCK READS
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 computational
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.
HancockREADS Committee
HancockREADS is operated under the leadership of a six
member advisory committee. Members of this committee make grant recommendations through a competitive grant cycle aimed at increasing literacy within the
community. The committee is comprised of one member
from each of the following organizations: Findlay City
Schools, Hancock County Schools, a community organization, the business or professional community, The Community Foundation staff, and one member at large from
the community. For a list of 2007 committee members see
page 68.
CommunityREAD
CommunityREAD is a monthlong event that encourages reading and raises awareness that
illiteracy is an issue in Hancock
County. Each year, a different
book is chosen and read by
community members during
the month of March. Various
events are planned throughout the community. Funds
raised by the CommunityREAD support HancockREADS.
“Pay It Forward,” by Catherine Ryan Hyde, was the
2007 CommunityREAD selection. It is the story of how
a boy who believed in the goodness of human nature set
out to change the world. It all started with a social studies
teacher’s extra-credit assignment: come up with a plan to
change the world for the better, and do it. Twelve-yearold Trevor McKinney began by doing something good for
three people. But instead of paying him back, he asked
them to “pay it forward” by doing a favor for three more
people, who in turn would help three others, and so on,
each act a link in a chain of human kindness. And no
one—not his teacher, his mom, or anyone in his small
California town—could ever have dreamed of how far
Trevor’s plan would go. v
2007 HancockREADS Grants
Arcadia Local Schools - $501
Supported the monthly, Reading: Key to Diversity (RKD) Reading
Café, offered to 97 middle school students by purchasing books.
The Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County - $1,680
Increased reading opportunities for 800 primary students by
purchasing books for each child who attends a literacy-oriented live
professional performance sponsored by the Arts Partnership and
participates in an arts-based learning extension of the production.
Camp Fire USA Northwest Ohio Council- $1,166
Partially supported the “Read All About It” after-school program at
Findlay Commons serving 25 students by funding leveled books.
Central Church of Christ - $950
Increased academic achievement for 60 Homework Central students by purchasing grade-leveled library books.
Whittier and Wilson Vance Schools - $1,650
Purchased 12 Leap Frog home connection kits with leap pad systems, carrying cases and 35 interactive books to improve reading
and comprehension skills for 50 elementary English as a Second
Language (ESL) students and their families.
Findlay After and Before School Sessions (FABSS) - $460
Provided weekly transportation costs during the summer for 56
students from the school to the Findlay-Hancock County Public
Library.
Findlay High School - $760
Supported the expansion of the “Books and Brownies” book club
serving over 100 high school students from Findlay High School
and Liberty Benton High School.
Donnell Middle School - $800
Promoted character education for 75 seventh grade students by
partially supporting the purchase of books for the “Reading is a
Virtue” program.
Increased reading skills for 400 students through purchasing
books of various genres such as non-fiction, poetry and young
adult novels for an after-school Donnell Reader’s Club.
Chamberlin Hill Intermediate School- $600
Created discussion and reading synergy between students, staff
and interested parents by establishing a Newbery Book Club
through funding sets of books nominated for the 2008 Newbery
Award.
HancockREADS Grant Total: $9,367
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 2007 committee members see page 68.
Students Benefit from Chinese
Language Program
2007 Hancock Education Fund Grants
Cory Rawson Middle School - $1,135
Provided books to Cory Rawson Middle School students to allow
students to explore other cultures and increase reading levels.
Bigelow Hill Elementary - $777
Provided materials to 30 third grade gifted students to learn
about the brain and its main parts and functions through models, charts and lectures.
Bigelow Hill Elementary - $1,187
Improved the reading level of 39 Bigelow Hill Elementary reading students by providing leveled reading books.
Central Middle School - $1,159
Increased the knowledge level of sixth through eighth grade
Central Middle School students in the areas of calorie burning,
nutritional content of foods, and exercising.
Central, Donnell & Glenwood Middle Schools - $1,196
Provided materials to teach the Chinese language after-school
to 40 Findlay City gifted students.
Provided materials and books for 60 gifted Glenwood, Central
and Donnell Middle Schools students to work in small groups
and learn about global political, economic and social issues.
“Teaching Chinese to Elementary Students” is a Findlay City
Schools program that began in September 2007, funded by a
Hancock Education Fund grant. Lin (Pang) Adams (far right) led
the class of local elementary students which met once a week to
learn basic Chinese language and culture. A Chinese New Year
celebration was held at Lincoln Elementary to show parents and
friends how much the students had learned.
Grants are available to Hancock County and Findlay City
schools in three categories:
TEACHER GRANT - Up to $800 per teacher. Single
classroom.
Encouraged 60 REACH students from Central, Glenwood and
Donnell Middle Schools to become better Spanish students by
providing an in-school concert by Justo Lamas, an Argentine
pop singer.
Findlay Enrichment Programs, Inc. – $1,500
Provided support for six counselors at $250 each for Camp
Read.
Findlay High School – $2,000
Provided support for the Sista Jewel: African Soul International
performance.
Wilson Vance - $428
Provided materials for 26 Wilson Vance students to publish a
book to send to Uganda.
SCHOOL GRANT - Up to $1,200 per school. Multiple
classrooms in one building.
Van Buren Elementary – $791
Provided materials for 24 first grade students to learn about Spanish culture.
COLLABORATIVE GRANT - Up to $2,000 per
project. Multiple buildings in one or many districts.
Vanlue Local Schools - $1,182
Provided materials for 60 eighth and ninth grade science students
to design, build, and test straw and water bottle rockets.
What is unique to the Hancock Education Fund is that
the grantseekers are asked to focus on what is being called
“21st Century Learning” skills. These are skills including
knowing more about the world, thinking outside the box,
becoming smarter about new sources of information,
and developing good people and communication skills.
It is these skills that education experts say are needed to
better prepare students to thrive in the global economy. v
Hancock Education Fund Grant Total: $15,340
HANCOCK EDUCATION FUND
Youth Philanthropy and Service Learning
ECLIPSe
ECLIPSe
In 2001, the ECLIPSe (Emerging Community Leaders
Investing in Philanthropic Service) Partnership was created
locally 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.
Partner organizations include Findlay City Schools,
Hancock County Educational Service Center, The FindlayHancock County Community Foundation, United Way of
Hancock County, Campus Compact at The University of
Findlay, OSU Extension, and Hancock Youth Leadership.
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 the CommunityREAD.
ECLIPSe Service Learning
Service learning is a powerful educational strategy that
makes school work more relevant by allowing students to
use classroom knowledge in a real-world, hands-on way by
providing service that meets actual community needs. v
Students from Van Buren Elementary School have created a variety of
gardens on school grounds, funded in part by ECLIPSe and Learn & Serve
grants.
In addition to participating in their own service learning
projects, ECLIPSe members provide funds to youth-driven
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. ECLIPSe
has granted over $41,300 to support 44 local youth-driven
service learning projects in the last five years.
More than 130 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 regularly attend The Community Foundation board meetings to report on their grantmaking and
other activities.
Hancock County
Educational
Service Center
Students from Donnell Middle School’s Environmental Science Club
designed and implemented the Monarch Butterfly Rearing and Habitat
Restoration Project at Van Buren State Park, funded in part by an ECLIPSe
Learn & Serve grant.
ECLIPSe members offered a presentation which highlighted their fundraising,
grantmaking, and service learning activities. ECLIPSe membership is open to
all Hancock County students, 8th grade through college. Call 419-425-1100
for information about joining ECLIPSe.
ECLIPSe Youth Grantmaking
2007 ECLIPSe Grants
ECLIPSe
Supported Donnell Middle School Environmental Science Club
in the creation of a two mile nature interpretation trail at Van
Buren State Park.
Washington Intermediate School - $800
Supported Washington Intermediate School’s Washington
Reads 2 Succeed, a mentoring and literacy program targeting
students who are reading below grade level.
Chamberlin Hill Intermediate School - $380
Supported an intergenerational partnership between multiple
handicapped students and fifth grade mentors at Chamberlin
Hill Intermediate School and Sunrise Assisted Living Facility’s
residents with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Supported a Findlay High School Junior Statesman of America
project to build a multi-room sixth through twelfth grade school
in Tanga, Tanzania.
Supported Findlay High School Save Johnson’s Island project in
building greater awareness for the preservation of an endangered National Historic Landmark- Johnson’s Island Civil War
P.O.W. Camp near Marblehead, Ohio.
Gliding Stars of Findlay- $615
Supported a comprehensive training of on-ice volunteers to better
prepare them to work with individuals with disabilities.
Van Buren High School- $600
Supported a freshman mentoring program where peers prepare
younger students to successfully transition to high school.
Van Buren Middle School- $550
Supported the Circle of Friends mentoring program between students with disabilities and their typically performing peers.
TOTAL 2007 ECLIPSe Grants: $4,198.*
*Grants awarded from funds held at TCF totaled $2,183. Grants awarded from funds
held at the United Way totaled $2,015.
2006-2007 Learn and Serve Grants
Because of the success of the ECLIPSe program in our
community, the organization was awarded a Learn and
Serve grant in June 2007. This grant allows our partnership to serve as a mentor in the state of Ohio to other
schools and communities interested in service learning.
Hancock County Educational Service Center
Van Buren Elementary School - $2,775
Supported Van Buren Elementary School’s Medieval Garden
Project to create a variety of gardens on school grounds that
directly connect to the academic curriculum.
Hancock County High Schools - $69.93
Supported the Pumpkin Auction where high school art students
Members of the ECLIPSe Youth Grantmaking Council present a check to
Van Buren High School for a $600 grant to support a freshman mentoring
program where peers prepare younger students to successfully transition
to high school.
throughout Hancock County paint pumpkins that are auctioned to raise funds for Birchaven Adult Day Care Center.
Liberty Benton High School - $3,027.07
Supported the Liberty Benton High School year-long STRIDES
Project and Relay for Life involving all high school students in
learning about philanthropy and community involvement and
raising funds for cancer research.
Central Middle School - $714.40
Supported the Central Middle School Literacy Intergenerational
Project between 7th grade students and residents at Sunrise
Assisted Living Facility.
Donnell Middle School - $1,400
Supported the Donnell Middle School Soaring with Monarchs
Project in building a monarch butterfly habitat at Van Buren
State Park.
Findlay High School - $5,679.60
Supported Findlay High School Save Johnson’s Island in building
greater awareness for the preservation of an endangered National Historic Landmark—Johnson’s Island Civil War P.O.W. Camp
near Marblehead, Ohio.
Findlay High School - $1,000
Supported the Findlay High School Reverend Shuttlesworth
discussion involving students and community members in a
dialogue on diversity and tolerance.
Supported the Pumpkin Auction where Findlay High School art
students paint pumpkins that are auctioned to raise funds for
Birchaven Adult Day Care Center.
Supported the Findlay High School Junior Statesman of
America’s project to raise funds to build two water wells in
Tanzania, Africa.
TOTAL 2007 Learn & Serve Grants: $15,266*
*Grants awarded from funds held at the Hancock County Educational Service Center.
totaled $ $5,872. Grants awarded from funds held at Findlay City Schools totaled
$9,394.
The Harris Theatre
Located at 606 South Main Street, the Majestic was built in 1906 on the site of
the Swan Greenhouse. Originally built as a stage theater for live performances, its
massive interior boasted three tiers of seating. It was renamed the Harris Theatre
in 1927, and remained an entertainment mainstay for decades before it closed.
The theater was razed about 1973. Located adjacent to the theater was Dietsch’s
Ice Cream Shop. Dietsch’s is still a favorite location for local cream and candy lovers, although it is no longer located on Main Street. Photo courtesy of the Hancock
Historical Museum.
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation in
Top Philanthropic Tier Nationally
Foundation Meets Rigorous Standards for Quality and Accountability
has met the nation’s highest
philanthropic standards
for operational quality, integrity, and accountability. The
notice came from the Council on Foundations, a national
professional association based in Washington, D.C.
“This is similar to the Good Housekeeping Seal for community foundations,” said Steve Gunderson, Council on
Foundations president and chief executive officer. “It says
that The Community Foundation has demonstrated a
commitment to operational quality, integrity, and accountability.”
The National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations
Program requires community foundations to document
their policies for donor services, investments, grantmaking, and administration. With over 380 community
foundations already confirmed in compliance nationwide,
the program is designed to provide quality assurance to
donors, as well as to their legal and financial advisors.
“This is critically important to our donors,” said Barbara
Deerhake, Foundation president. “When people make a
charitable bequest, establish a fund, or set up an annuity,
they are putting their trust in us. They are counting on us
to manage the investment wisely, honor their charitable
wishes and, in some cases, provide lifetime income to a
loved one. The National Standards confirmation says our
house is in order.”
The Community Foundation offers a range of charitable
funds, allowing donors to advance a cause such as education or the environment, support an individual organization, provide flexible support for community needs, or
recommend individual grants. In addition to affirming
the organization’s philanthropic services, the confirmation validates The Community Foundation’s grantmaking
practices for the nonprofit community.
“Some say it’s easier to create wealth than to give money
away wisely,” said Deerhake. “There’s some truth in that.
Grantmaking is a lot like investing … we need to assess
risks, weigh potential gains, diversify assets, monitor performance, and operate fairly. When you see the National
Standards Seal, you can be assured that we’re committed
to meeting the highest standards for grantmaking as well.”
The National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations
Program is the first of its kind for charitable foundations
in the United States. v
Friends of the Foundation
Precia Stuby—Executive Director, ADAMHS; Tina Pine—Executive Director,
Century Health; Barbara Dysinger—Century Health Board Member and
Findlay City School Board Member; and Barbara Deerhake—President, The
Community Foundation. The Foundation has supported many ADAMHS
and Century Health programs through our competitive grant cycles.
Gail and Bill Miller chat with Dave Healy, in-coming Board Chairman, at
the 2007 Annual Meeting. Bill is the current Chairman of the Hancock
Parks Board of Commissioners.
NATIONAL STANDARDS
National Standards
J.C. Donnell Memorial Stadium
Building a unique and pristine stadium was the dream of James C. Donnell,
prominent Findlay resident and former president of the Ohio Oil Company (now
Marathon Oil). While he did not live to see its completion, his son, Otto D. Donnell, finished the project after his father’s death in 1927. On October 27, 1928,
Donnell Stadium was dedicated and deeded (at no cost) to the Findlay Board
of Education. The Donnell family continued their support for improvements to
the stadium, donating tennis courts (1928), and a combination wading pool and
skating rink (1930). In 1936, Otto D. Donnell established the Donnell Foundation to provide ongoing financial support for maintenance and improvements to
the stadium and adjacent facilities.
The facility, which still serves as the home field for Findlay High School and the
University of Findlay, has hosted hundreds of games and thousands of players
since that night. With a seating capacity of around 7,500, Donnell Stadium has
remained one of the premier stadiums in Northwest Ohio.
Donnell Stadium and the Donnell Foundation are both wonderful examples of
“remembering your community.”
Photo: Donnell Stadium as it appeared in the 1950s. Photo courtesy of The Courier.
Board, Officers & Staff
David S. Healy
G. Norman Nicholson
Chairman
Retired, Spencer
Patterson Insurance
Vice Chairman
Retired, Vice President
of Marketing, Marathon
Oil Co.
Ralph D. Russo
Secretary
Attorney at Law,
Betts, Miller & Russo
Karl L. Heminger
Publisher, The Courier
Michael S. Needler
Jennifer Payne-White
President/CEO,
Needler Enterprises,
Inc.
Owner, Gifts in Time
We Remember
J. Alec Reinhardt
Retired, Executive Vice
President, Cooper Tire &
Rubber Company
Judy M. Rower
Charles J. Younger
Retired, Educational
Administrator
President, Continental
Cablevision, Inc.
Officers 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
Directors.
The Dorney Fund, Findlay Distribution Committee
The Honorable Allan H. Davis
Reverend G. Terry Bard
The Honorable W. Bentley Burr †
Roy E. Carlson
James W. Speck
Lee R. Luff
The Honorable Keith Romick †
The Findlay-Hancock Community Foundation,
Board of Directors
Pamela K.M. Beall *
Patrick W. Rooney †
The Honorable John P. Stozich † *
Barbara M. Deerhake
President
The Community
Foundation
Ralph D. Russo
Charles F. Stumpp, Jr.
Secretary
Attorney at Law,
Betts, Miller & Russo
Treasurer
President, Pry Professional
Group
* Served both The Dorney Fund and The Community Foundation.
† Deceased
Foundation Staff
Kimberly J. Bash
Martha F. Rothey
Karen L. Smith
Youth Services Officer
Senior Program Officer
Financial Officer
Christa K. Steiner
Communications Officer
Marie J. Swaisgood
Lisa M. Wentz
Donor Services Officer/
Scholarship Coordinator
Administrative
Assistant
BOARD, OFFICERS & STAFF
Board of Directors of the Foundation
Our Volunteers and Committee Members
HancockREADS
Community Impact Committee
For more information about HancockREADS and the
CommunityREAD, please see page 60.
Members of this committee meet semi-annually to make
recommendations to The Community Foundation’s Board
of Directors about the needs of the community.
HancockREADS Advisory Committee
Kim Plesec, Findlay City Schools
Kim Forget, Hancock County Educational Service Center
Sybil Galer, Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
Burt Roberts, Kohl’s Distribution Center
Linda VanDerMolen, Literacy and Mentoring Partners
(L.A.M.P.) Coordinator
Marty Rothey, The Community Foundation Program Staff
CommunityREAD Committee
OUR VOLUNTEERS
Rindy Crates, Coldren Crates Funeral Homes
Sandy White, Findlay City Schools
Debbie Reynolds, Findlay City Schools
Lynn Calvelage, Coffee Amici
Kim Forget, Hancock County Schools, University of Findlay
Sybil Galer, Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
Cindi Chasse, Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
Sara Clevidence, Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
Kim Foos, The Courier
Tiffani Murray-Hogrefe, Findlay After and Before School
Sessions (F.A.B.S.S.) Director
Linda VanDerMolen, Literacy and Mentoring Partners
(L.A.M.P.) Coordinator
Terry Olthouse, Mazza Museum
Deb Lautermilch, Van Buren Local Schools
Jodi Miller, Community Volunteer
Hancock Education Fund Committe
For more information about the Hancock Education Fund,
please see page 61.
Rotary Representatives
Paul Moyer, Roger Miller, Matt Dysinger
Julie Anderson, Community Volunteer
Kimberly Bash, ECLIPSe
Tim Brugeman, Hancock Park District
K.C. Collette, Assistant Hancock County Prosecutor
Bradley Cox, State Education Consultant
Carol Dale-Joseph, Community Volunteer
Barbara Deerhake, President, The Community Foundation
Sherri Garner Brumbaugh, Garner Trucking
Ed Ingold, Hancock County Commissioner
Ruth Anne Musgrave, Retired Teacher
Zan Palmer, Community Volunteer
Judy Rower, The Community Foundation Board Member
Ralph Russo, The Community Foundation Board Member
Precia Stuby, Alcohol Drug Addiction Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) Board
Marc Washington, Marathon Ashland Petroleum, LLC
Lape Grant Committee
For a list of 2007 Lape Grants, please see page 53.
Chris Brooks, Bigelow Hill Intermediate
Laura Davis, Findlay High School
Janet Greiner, Millstream Career & Technology Center
Dee Groman, Lincoln Elementary
Mark Miller, Retired Educator & Lape Family member
John Miller, Retired Educator & Lape Family member
Karen Mowry, Findlay City Schools
Stephanie Roth, Findlay City Schools
Greg Williamson, Findlay High School
Kathy Wilson, Millstream Career & Technology Center
Judy Withrow, Findlay City Schools
Golden Apple Teachers
Janelle Busdeker
Sue Davis
Mike Eier
Dave Hanson
Julie Miller
Linda Miller
Barbara Tidd
Beppie Walarius
Deb Wickerham
Judy Withrow
Handbags That Help Guiding Circle
For more information about HTH, please see page 15.
Mary Beth Hammond, Chair
Pauline Milligan, Vice-Chair
JoAnne Ingold, Secretary
Beverly Fisher, Treasurer
Karen Cline, Member at Large
Julie Anderson, Grants Sub-circle Chair
Rindy Crates, Program Sub-circle Chair
Pam Lather, Communications Sub-circle Chair
Richard Flowers
Annett Hollington Guglielmi
Frank Guglielmi, Chair
Mike Needler
Ralph Russo
Ex-Officio Members:
Annie Guglielmi, Chris Guglielmi, Philip Guglielmi
ECLIPSe
For more information about ECLIPSe, please see page 62.
ECLIPSe Partners
Barbara Brahm, Ohio State University Extension
Julie Brown, Findlay City Schools and Hancock Youth Leadership
Linda DeArment, Hancock Youth Leadership
Crystal Jones, University of Findlay Campus Compact
Katie McGee, University of Findlay Campus Compact
Mark Miller, Hancock County Educational Service Center
Beverly Phillips, United Way of Hancock County
Meghan Siebeneck, ECLIPSe (youth member)
ECLIPSe Youth Members
Lacy Allen
Christina Back
Elizabeth Blaser
Michael Blaser
Jessica Borer
Meghan Borer
Spencer Bruce
John Cassidy
Julia Edelbrock
Kaitlyn Endicott
Tayler Finsel
Erika Friedmeyer
Carly Harless
Katy Jastal
Nick Komosinski
Samuel Kusi
Emily Lause
Michael Lause
Stephen Mackell
Layne Martin
Shanna Martinez
Whitney McAfee
Jordan McGlade
Andrea Mitchell
Pauline Mitchell
Cory Morgan
Zach Morgan
Amy Pina
Hannah Reiss
Bailey Shoemaker Richards
Rachel Roepke
Tonya Roof
Phil Runion
Stephanie Sawyer
Meghan Siebeneck
Kiersten Smith
Cole Stuby
Michael Varney
Marc Wadsworth
Stacy Walterbusch
Molli Weaver
Maggie Yoder
ECLIPSe Youth Help Findlay
Achieve “100 Best Communities
For Young People” Status
Findlay-Hancock County has once again been
named one of the nation’s “100 Best Communities
for Young People” by America’s Promise Alliance
and Capital One. ECLIPSe members assisted local
partners in applying for Findlay-Hancock County to
be considered for this award by producing a video
that was submitted with the application.
In its selection process, America’s Promise Alliance
looked at everything
from enrollment in
the state child health
insurance program and
Medicaid programs
to how high schools
prepare young people
for college and the
work force. Applicants
were asked to submit
information about how
their communities deliver what the alliance calls
“five promises” to young people - caring adults, safe
places, a healthy start, effective education, and opportunities to help others.
The Alliance has noted in its evaluation that one
advantage for Findlay-Hancock County is The
Family Center, because it brings together a variety
of agencies that help build stronger families. The
county’s response to last year’s flood was also noted,
with many high school students spending time to
help with various tasks like setting up cots at the
Red Cross shelter.
So far, Findlay-Hancock County has received this
honor every year it has been awarded—in 2005,
2007, and 2008. This year, it’s one of just two communities in Ohio to be named among the 100 Best
Communities for Young People. The 100 winning
communities are in 37 states, and range in size from
a town of 700 people to New York City, home to
more than 8 million.
The America’s Promise Alliance was formed in 1997
by General Colin Powell and includes corporations,
nonprofit organizations, foundations, policy makers, advocacy, and faith groups working together to
better the lives of youth.
OUR VOLUNTEERS
Frank and Annett Hollington
Guglielmi Supporting Organization
Board of Directors
First National Bank
The First National Bank was formed in 1863, in the middle of the Civil War, by
Elijah Pelton Jones and Charles E. Niles, among others. They first opened their
doors in the Cook Hotel at the southwest corner of Main and Sandusky Streets. In
1875, the bank moved to the Jones Building on the southwest corner of Main and
Crawford Streets where it remained for fifty-five years. First National Bank merged
with the American National Bank in 1923 creating American First National Bank.
In 1930 American First National Bank took over the assets of Buckeye Commercial
Savings after they closed for liquidation. The name of First National Bank was
restored in 1935.
In 1958, First National turned the adjacent building at 325 South Main Street into
one of the first drive-in banks in the area. Automobiles entered from Main Street
and exited by the back alley. In 1970, the drive-in was turned into office space for
the bank, in part, because the gas fumes from automobiles in the largely enclosed
area made tellers sick. The bank is still in operation today but it is now known as
Fifth Third Bank. Photo courtesy of the Hancock Historical Museum.
Financial Responsibility
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 Directors oversees
the financial assets of the Foundation, and works with
our Finance & Investment Committee and professional
staff to exercise high standards of management and fiscal
stewardship. Our Finance & Investment Committee is
charged with maintaining and increasing the value of the
Foundation’s funds with the goal of meeting charitable distribution and grantmaking needs for Findlay and Hancock
County. While each fund is administered separately, the
Foundation’s assets are pooled for investment purposes,
yielding significant economies of scale. For generations to
come, our community will benefit from the Foundation’s
growing endowments. v
Finance & Investment Committee
Garry L. Peiffer
Charles F. Stumpp, Jr.
John B. Arnold
Hon. Allan H. Davis
Barbara M. Deerhake
Chairman
Senior Vice President, Finance
& Information Technology,
Marathon Ashland Petroleum
Treasurer, TCF
President, Pry
Professional Group
Retired, Fifth Third Bank
Judge, Hancock County
Probate and Juvenile
Courts
President, The
Thomas B. Donnell
John H. Haywood
Charles J. Younger
J. Alec Reinhardt
Karen L. Smith
Chairman Emeritus,
Fifth Third Bank of
Northwest Ohio
Division Vice President,
Whirlpool Corporation
President, Continental
Cablevision, Inc.
President, Cooper Tire &
Rubber Company
Financial Officer, The
Investment Managers
The Community Foundation’s charitable funds are held by five investment managers. The Board of
Directors, 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:
• Fifth Third Bank • Huntington Bank
• First Federal Bank
• Merrill Lynch
• Victory Capital Management, Key Bank
From time to time, the Board of Directors 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 review investment performance.
Financial Report
Foundation Assets by Fund Type
Field of Interest
3%
Charitable Remainder Trusts
Agency
1%
4%
Scholarships
6%
Gifts Received by Fund Type
Designated
8%
Field of Interest
7%
Scholarships
39%
Other
8%
Designated
7%
Donor
Advised
8%
Unrestricted
71%
Unrestricted
16%
Donor Advised
22%
Our Foundation and our community are truly blessed 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 250
individual funds.
Investments by Asset Class
FINANCIAL REPORT
Alternatives
4%
Real Estate
Cash/MM
2%
6%
Gifts and bequests in 2007 totaled $2,272,275.
Growth of Foundation Assets
$80,000,000
International
29%
70,000,000
60,000,000
Mid Cap
9%
50,000,000
40,000,000
30,000,000
Small Cap
12%
20,000,000
10,000,000
07
20
06
20
05
20
04
20
03
20
02
20
01
20
00
20
1999
1998
7
1996
199
1995
0
1994
Large Cap
19%
Fixed Income
19%
Financial Statement
THE FINDLAY-HANCOCK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
As of December 31, 2007 and 2006
2007
2006
$5,733,443
64,893,772
367,152
4,708,382
$75,702,749
$7,263,451
58,695,412
833,866
4,465,534
$71,258,263
Liabilities and Net Assets
Grants Payable and Other Liabilities
Funds Held for Agencies
Note Payable
Total Liabilities
$1,469,809
4,373,024
4,600,000
$10,442,833
$1,009,764
4,127,223
4,600,000
9,736,987
Net Assets
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
65,259,916
$75,702,749
61,521,276
$71,258,263
Assets
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Investments, at Fair Value
Receivables and Other Assets
Net Property & Equipment
Total Assets
2007
2006
Revenue and Support
Contributions
Investment Income and Gains
Other Revenue
Total Revenue and Support
$2,272,275
4,769,686
418,036
7,459,997
$4,118,734
6,904,213
273,780
11,296,727
Expenses
Grants
Program Expenses
Other Expenses
Total Expenses
1,996,605
441,749
1,283,003
3,721,357
1,469,066
329,550
993,805
2,792,421
Increase in Net Assets
Net Assets, Beginning of Year
3,738,640
61,521,276
8,504,306
53,016,970
$65,259,916
$61,521,276
Net Assets, End of Year
The Foundation is audited annually by Weber O’Brien Ltd. The complete audited financial statements are available upon request.
FINANCIAL REPORT
THE FINDLAY-HANCOCK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Activities
For the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006
Inside Front Cover
Row 1 left to right:
•
Hancock County Courthouse
•
Harris Theater and Dietsch’s Ice Cream Shop on South Main Street.
•
Wrought iron bridge built in 1895 stretches across the Blanchard River
on Marion Township Road 241 near Riverbend Recreation area
•
Allen P. Dudley Bandshell at Riverside Park
•
The Family Center on North Blanchard Street
•
Friday night football
•
Findlay High School on Broad Avenue
•
Mazza Museum’s Funday Sunday event
•
Canoeing on the Blanchard River at Riverside Park’s boat launch
•
Riverside Pool
•
Findlay Elk’s Lodge front facade
•
Livestock judging at the Hancock County Fair
•
Fall Harvest in Hancock County
•
Findlay Country Club in the early 1960s
•
The University of Findlay’s Griffith Arch on North Main Street
•
Dorney Plaza was dedicated in 1987
•
Central Auditorium, a part of Central Middle School (formerly Findlay
High School)
•
Veteran’s Memorial at Maple Grove Cemetery
•
Cruise Night and other car shows have been mainstays in Findlay
through the years
•
Findlay’s YMCA in the early 1960s
Inside Back Cover
•
The Jones Building on South Main Street is home to many local artists.
•
Marathon’s patriotic storage tank along I-75 proclaims “Flag City USA”
•
This building once served as Findlay’s post office and was later used as
the public library.
•
The steeple tower at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church on West
Sandusky Street.
•
St. Michael’s Catholic Church downtown
•
Findlay is Flag City USA
•
The waterfalls at Riverside Park
•
Hancock County Fair midway
•
Cooper Tire Service Center at the corner of South Main and Hardin
Streets
•
City of Findlay Waterworks
•
McKinnis House at Litzenberg Memorial Woods on State Route 224
West
•
Paddle boats are a popular summer activity at Riverside Park
•
Blanchard Valley Hospital on South Main Street circa early 1960s
•
The clock in front of Niswander’s Jewelry in downtown Findlay
•
Marathon Oil Company’s hanger at the airport
•
Fall Harvest in Hancock County
•
I-75 on-ramp signage
•
First Presbyterian Church on South Main Street
•
The Findlay Village Mall circa early 1960s
•
Face painting at Mazza Museum’s Funday Sunday event
2007 Annual Report
Editor, Design, & Production
Christa K. Steiner, Communications Officer
Printing
Kennedy Printing Company
Findlay, Ohio
Photographs & Supporting Information
Tom Donnell, Randy Roberts, The Courier,
Hancock Park District, Hancock Historical
Museum, Mazza Museum, Dr. William Stitt,
Camp Fire USA of Northwest Ohio, Arcadia
Elementary, Hancock Saves, Hancock
Christian Clearing House, Howard United
Methodist Church, CHOPIN Hall, University
of Findlay, Greater Findlay Inc., Hancock
Leadership, Findlay City Schools.
© 2008 The Findlay-Hancock County Community
Foundation

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