Aaron Perri Joins Foundation as Vice President, Community Impact
“Aaron’s optimism and deep love for the South Bend Mishawaka area are well known,” says Rose Meissner, Foundation President. “I am delighted the focus of his vision, talent and experience will return to St. Joseph County. The tremendous impact he has already on improving our community will continue in to thrive in this new role.”
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Charitable Gift Annuities: The Gift That Pays You Back
Now is a good time for people over the age of 70 ½ to think about setting up a charitable gift annuity, and thanks to Lilly Endowment Inc., the impact of your gift is increased now more than ever. Foundation President Rose Meissner shares a little bit about how the process works. Read More
Imagination Library Delivers 600,000th Book
Fewer than five years after joining with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library to promote literacy for children and families in St. Joseph County, the Community Foundation was able to help deliver its 600,000th book in November 2023. Read More
African American Community Fund Celebrates 25 Years of Impact
It's been more than 25 years since the AACF was founded, and in the time since, the African American Community Fund has given more than $1.3 million to African American causes and organizations across St. Joseph County including Dismas House, the St. Joseph County Public Library, and the MLK Jr. Dream Center. Read More
Indiana Arts Commission Grant Applications Due March 7, 2024
The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) is now accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2025 (July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025) Arts Project Support (APS) grants. Applications are due Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EST. Read More