Because of generous donors who choose to invest in their community through the Community Foundation of Shelby County, more local families will have access to fresh, healthy food throughout the year. A grant of $6,985 recently helped The People's Garden at Agape Distribution purchase and install its first-ever greenhouse. While the garden has long
The Community Foundation is proud to support innovative educational opportunities that inspire creativity, encourage problem-solving, and help students discover their potential. Through a grant award of $1,151, Sidney City Schools brought hands-on learning to life for approximately 600 kindergarten through second-grade students through an engaging project called Cardboard City. Serving students at both Longfellow
At Samaritan Works, Inc., recovery is about more than sobriety—it’s about rebuilding lives, restoring dignity, and creating lasting support systems. Thanks to a $20,000 award from our generous community, they are now able to expand their transportation fleet with an additional vehicle that is already making a powerful difference in the lives of those
Access to healthcare is essential for maintaining healthy, thriving communities. Through a $3,000 grant award, the Community Foundation helped Wilson Health Foundation expand access to preventive healthcare services by supporting the purchase of a hearing test unit for the Wilson Health Mobile Wellness Unit. Wilson Health is an independent, community-based healthcare system dedicated to
Supporting Our Littlest Neighbors: Grant Helps Wilson Health Advance Neonatal Training At the Community Foundation of Shelby County, we believe that investing in the health and well-being of our community starts at birth—sometimes even in those very first critical moments of life. That’s why we’re proud to award a grant to Wilson Health Foundation
Moving Hope: How a New Cargo Trailer Helps Dwell House Deliver More Than Furniture From: Emily Ihle, Dwell House Founder & CEO At Dwell House, we believe everyone deserves to love where they dwell. For families, veterans, and individuals transitioning out of homelessness, that means more than having a roof over their heads —
A New Landmark of Patriotism and Pride at Cole Field In the heart of Botkins, Ohio, a new symbol of pride now rises above Cole Field — a freshly installed American flagpole, beautifully framed by thoughtfully designed landscaping. Thanks to a $9,800 grant from The Louise Sheets Fund through The Community Foundation of Shelby
Investing in Opportunity: A New Driver’s Ed Car for Botkins Local School At Botkins Local School, we believe in doing what’s best for our students—whether that means offering strong academics, valuable extracurriculars, or practical life skills. One of the ways we help prepare students for the real world is through our in-house driver's education
Spring 2023, Christian Academy Schools had the incredible opportunity to present Space Princess Wars—a hilarious and heartwarming mash-up of Star Wars and The Princess Bride—at the Historic Sidney Theatre. The production was a huge success, not only because of the passion and talent of our student cast and crew, but also the generous support
Shaping the Next Generation: Pearls & Ties Impact Program Empowers Sidney Youth At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County, we believe that every child has incredible potential—and with the right support, that potential can flourish into leadership, confidence, and lifelong success. Thanks to a generous $1,150 grant from the Community Foundation
