The Starke County Community Foundation recently announced a $35,000 donation from Jerry Scherf. This gift to his community fund will have triple the impact thanks to a matching grant from Lilly Endowment Inc., bringing the total contribution to $105,000.
Continue readingStarke County Community Foundation Giving Event December 3
The Starke County Community Foundation’s Giving Tuesday event is planned for Tuesday, December 3 at the local office at 300 Keller Avenue in North Judson between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT with a catered lunch with 10-56 Brewing and Catering at noon CT.
Battle of the Bands Event Saturday at Wythogan Park in Knox
The City of Knox along with the Northern Indiana Community Foundation and the Starke County Community Foundation are sponsoring a Battle of the Bands event tomorrow (Saturday, September 28) at Wythogan Park in Knox.
Continue readingStarke County Community Wellness Grant Application Deadline
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The Starke County Community Foundation encourages local charitable organizations to submit their applications for the Starke County Community Wellness Grant, which was developed to help programs and projects working to enhance the overall wellness of the community. Applications are due Friday, October 4, by end-of-day.
Continue readingStarke County Community Foundation in Midst of Gift VIII
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Starke County Community Foundation (SCCF) is on its way to a $750,000 match in funding from the Lilly Endowment.
Continue readingStarke County Youth Club and Starke County Community Foundation Collaborate
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The Starke County Youth Club, a nonprofit organization established in 2003, works to promote excitement and engagement through learning experiences for the local youth. Currently holding locations at Knox Elementary, North Judson-San Pierre Elementary, and Oregon-Davis Elementary, these sites host various after-school and morning care programs, striving to “help young people find their own potential.” These programs, specifically catered to elementary school students, offer a variety of fun, educational activities that encourage continued learning while school is out of session. Children were able to make healthy snacks, build and control Lego robots, and plant seeds to watch them grow. These programs offered a great opportunity to get students out of the house and keep them engaged this summer!
Continue readingLilly Endowment Community Scholarship Opens August 8
The 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application in Starke County will be available August 8 through the Starke County Community Foundation.
Continue readingStarke County Community Foundation Scholarships Available
Starke County Community Foundation summer scholarship applications are available. Applications can be found at www.nicf.org/starke-county/scholarships and are due on Monday, July 8, by 2 p.m. CT.
Continue readingStarke County Community Foundation Scholarships Available
Starke County Community Foundation summer scholarship applications are now available.
Continue readingKnox-Center Township Fire Department Receives Starke County Community Foundation Grants
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The Knox-Center Township Fire Department is set to enhance its emergency response capabilities with new stabilization equipment thanks to grants from the Starke County Community Foundation.
Continue readingThe Hive Seeks Video Grant Applications
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The Hive, a local women’s giving circle started through the Starke County Community Foundation, is accepting video grant applications now through the first of May.
Continue readingHoosier Solar Donation Kicks off Starke County Community Foundation Matching Campaign with Hoosier Solar Fund
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The Starke County Community Foundation (SCCF) announced this week that Hoosier Solar has pledged a generous $35,000 donation to kick off the Foundation’s Community Fund matching campaign, establishing a permanent Hoosier Solar Community Fund.
Continue readingThe Hive Seeks Video Grant Applications
The Hive, a local women’s giving circle started through the Starke County Community Foundation, is accepting video grant applications now through the first of May.
Continue readingJacque Ryan Selected as Member of 2024 Class of Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute
Jacque Ryan of the Starke County Community Foundation has been selected as a member of the 2024 class of the Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute.
Continue reading2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Starke County Announced
The Starke County Community Foundation recently announced the recipient of the 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Starke County.
Continue readingCommunity Foundation Scholarship Application Available
Starke County Community Foundation Giving Tuesday Event Today!
The Starke County Community Foundation’s annual Giving Tuesday event is today (November 28)!
Continue readingStarke County Community Foundation’s Annual Giving Tuesday Event November 28
The Starke County Community Foundation’s annual Giving Tuesday event is scheduled for Tuesday, November 28 at the Foundation’s office at 300 Keller Avenue in North Judson from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. CT.
Continue readingStarke County Council Hears from Starke County Community Foundation
The Starke County Council discussed the Save the Hospital fund during their last meeting.
Continue readingStarke County Community Foundation’s Quarterly Community Partnership Luncheon Scheduled
The Starke County Community Foundation’s Quarterly Community Partnership Luncheon is one week away.
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