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Over $90,000 in Community Grants Awarded
Kudos to the nonprofits receiving Community Grants in 2025
AGENCY PURPOSE
Cancer Services: Financial support to assist cancer patients and families
Courageous Community Services: Camp for youth with developmental disabilities
Cultivate the Clover of Ottawa Co: Send 4-H members to camp/help with counselor training
Engaging Opportunities Foundation: Engage community & individuals with disabilities
Family & Child Abuse Prevention Ctr: Services to domestic violence victims
Firelands Symphony Orchestra: Free summer outdoor concert
Genoa Area Community Food Pantry: Purchase a refrigerator for the food pantry
Habitat for Humanity of Ottawa Co: Assist elderly & disabled residents with home repairs
Kelleys Island Local School: Environmental education programs
Lake Erie Islands Conservancy: Preserve historic agricultural bldgs & provide signage
Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Ctr: Display of migratory bird pathways, sounds, etc.
Light House Sober Living: Sober & healthy activities for individuals in recovery
Luther Home of Mercy: Activities & events for residents
Lindsey Volunteer Fire Dept, Inc: Purchase a drone for enhanced response capabilities
Musical Arts Series Port Clinton: Musical concerts for seniors
Oak Harbor Alliance Chapel Food Pantry: Commercial kitchen to prepare community meals
Family Advocacy Center: Upgrade website for community outreach
Ottawa County Historical Society: Repair & refurbish Wolcott Keepers House
Ottawa County Holiday Bureau: Vouchers for food & household items for those in need
Ottawa County Museum: Create a historical driving tour & timeline exhibit
Ottawa County Sheriff's Office: Improved communications for emergency divers
Ottawa County Task Force on Aging: Safety kits to ensure safe & independent living
PIB CofC & Tourism Bureau: Remake the member portal of the website
St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry: Food & food certificates for clients in need
Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Build & deliver beds to children who have none
The Parkvue Comm. on Catawba Is: Security camera system to enhance safety
The Perry Group: Printing for event flyers & marketing materials
The Salvation Army: Send underserved youth to summer camp
Toledo Opera: Opera on Wheels for K-8 students
United Way of Ottawa County: Support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library for children
Schedel Arboretum and Gardens: Support science camp & art camp
Grants awarded by OCCF are more than financial contributions; they are stories of transformation!
"For 25 years, the Ottawa County Community Foundation has worked to enhance the quality of life for our citizens. By awarding grants to deserving organizations and initiatives, OCCF addresses critical needs and seeks solutions to the challenges in our community,” said OCCF Executive Director Shea McGrew. “Our thanks to the nonprofit leaders whose dedication to Ottawa County is remarkable."
Our Grant $$ at Work
Pathway Inclusion Center supports children with special needs.
Camp Good Grief activities help children deal with loss.
Artful fish receptacle is a fun way to recycle plastic bottles.
Music enrichment activities were a hit for young students.
Summer Camp for children with diabetes provides support and fun.
A Day at the Range gave youth of all abilities a chance to experience outdoor activities.
New sound system supports community activities in Genoa.
Bataan Elementary School students love the Maker's Space.
Oak House participants enjoy a day of fishing on the lake.