$5,470,930 Given as Grants & Scholarships since 1999
Let Us Help You Create Your Legacy.
$5,470,930 Given as Grants & Scholarships since 1999
Let Us Help You Create Your Legacy.
Learn About Us
GRANTS
SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIPS
Grants from unrestricted funds annually support a variety of programs and services throughout Ottawa County. We focus on making the maximum positive effort for our community.
SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIPS
Our scholarship funds annually assist local high school seniors in their pursuit of higher education and training. Several special scholarships are also available.
CREATE A FUND
CREATE A FUND
CREATE A FUND
There are many options to give to the Foundation. You may establish a named fund with the Foundation either during your lifetime or through your estate plan.
CURRENT FUNDS
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Over 90 funds provide educational scholarships as well as grants to support current and emerging needs throughout our community.
In Memoriam
Words cannot express our disbelief and sadness upon hearing the news of the sudden loss of our president, mentor, and friend, Joy Roth. Joy was the spark plug that launched the Foundation in 1999. She always had a smile on her face and a positive attitude in her heart. As one Board member said, “Joy’s name exemplified her life.” Her passion for the mission of the Ottawa County Community Foundation (OCCF) and her boundless energy have grown it into the vibrant Community Foundation that it is today with over $8 million as assets and 90 established funds.
We will truly miss Joy’s passion and dedication to OCCF, but we are resolved to continue the good work of the Foundation for which she was so influential. Joy's family has asked that memorial contributions be directed to The Founder's Fund which was established in her honor at our 20th Anniversary celebration last September. You may use the Donate Now button below or send a check indicating Founder's Fund on the memo line.
Rapid Response
COVID-19 has turned our world upside down in countless ways. In response to these challenging times, a Rapid Response effort was initiated with a donation from The Dr. Derrill A. Hablitzel Family Fund. To date we have granted over $17,000 to assist 12 organizations. Donations are still needed to meet the needs. Individuals, companies, and organizations may give online using the tab below. We THANK YOU for your donation to help us continue this effort to meet unique needs during these unprecedented times.
Non-profit organizations serving Ottawa County who have incurred additional expenses during this crisis, may submit a grant request to help meet these needs. Download the guidelines about this funding opportunity HERE.