The Spirit of Giving

#Giving2sday Raises Over $110,000 For The Community Foundation for Crawford County

Posted by Liz Dolan on Tue, Dec 06, 2016

The citizens of Crawford County have once again helped The Community Foundation for Crawford County suprass it's goal for our annual fundraising day. On November 29,  #GivingTuesday, the collective power of the individuals, communities and organizations of Crawford County and beyond, raised funds totaling $111,100.45! These funds go directly to the endowment funds of the organizations here at the Foundation. $13,025.20 of that total was raised for the Unrestricted fund at the CF4CC! This money is specifically earmarked for grant awards, once again supporting Crawford County, to improve the lives of its citizens.

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The Community Foundation for Crawford County Holds Annual Fundraiser on November 29

Posted by Liz Dolan on Thu, Nov 17, 2016

The Community Foundation for Crawford County has again joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Occurring this year on November 29, #GivingTuesday is held annually on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving (in the U.S.). The widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday are used to kick-off the holiday giving season and inspire people to collaborate in improving their local communities.

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Tags: Media Center, Crawford County, Latest News, CF4CC, Community Foundation, charitable contributions, Match Day, Donate, #Giving2sday, #GivingTuesday, philanthropy

Foundation Celebrates Spirit of Philanthropy

Posted by Liz Dolan on Fri, Nov 04, 2016

The Community Foundation for Crawford County recently celebrated their donors with a reception at the Loft at Pickwick Place. Contributors from throughout Crawford County gathered to enjoy food and socializing.

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Tags: Media Center, Crawford County, Latest News, CF4CC, Community Foundation, charitable contributions, Match Day, Donate, #Giving2sday, Evening of Philanthropy

GIVING2sDAY TO TAKE PLACE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH

Posted by Liz Dolan on Tue, Sep 27, 2016

In 2000 and 2012, The Community Foundation for Crawford County offered matching grants to the five school systems within the CF4CC's service area.  These funds were established so that the income off the funds went directly back to the individual school systems.  Learn more about the Bucyrus and Crawford County Ohio School Endowments with the Community Foundation for Crawford County.

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National Community Foundation Week

Posted by Liz Dolan on Thu, Nov 12, 2015

    This week (Nov. 12-18) is Community Foundation Week around the country. Community Foundation Week was created in 1989 by former president George H.W. Bush. It recognizes the work of community foundations throughout America and their collaborative approach to working with the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to address community issues. Our work succeeds because people like you believe in building a strategic legacy that will impact future generations.
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Match Day Ignites #Giving Tuesday

Posted by Liz Dolan on Wed, Oct 28, 2015


  • December 1 is MATCH DAY! Help us grow our agency endowment funds and give grants and scholarships to well deserving projects and students.

  • On December 1, 2015, we are asking a few of our key partners to rally their friends, family, and networks to support our work. By becoming a fundraiser for The Community Foundation for Crawford County, you will help our community and our future, and you'll help your friends feel good about doing good.

    Starting a fundraiser is easy to do, and it's fun. We'll even give you all the tools you'll need to make a difference. With your help we can create positive change and improve the quality of life for Crawford County residents.

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LET'S IGNITE CRAWFORD COUNTY WITH GIVING TUESDAY!

Posted by Liz Dolan on Wed, Nov 19, 2014

Match Day 2014 is December 2nd, 2014, the 3rd annual National Day of Giving! The Community Foundation for Crawford County is proud to announce that the Board of Directors has approved $30,000 to be divided on a prorated basis among the CF4CC organizations that participate in this year's Match Day challenge.

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MATCH DAY 2013 A SMASHING SUCCESS!

Posted by Janet Pry on Thu, Dec 12, 2013

We had a wonderfully successful Match Day this year!  A grand total of $47,272.20 was donated by the community for endowment funds held at the Community Foundation for Crawford County.  The CF4CC (fka BACF) has been hosting Match Day fund raising events since 2009. This is the first time in the history of the Foundation Match Days that the monetary goal was exceeded. The Foundation had challenged its organizations to raise funds towards their endowments and agreed to match up to $20,000. The citizens of Crawford County accepted that challenge and well exceeded the goal set by the CF4CC.  

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MATCH DAY 2013

Posted by Janet Pry on Wed, Oct 02, 2013

 The Community Foundation has a great deal for you! To help make your donation dollars count even more, the CF4CC (fka BACF) has pledged $20,000 in matching funds for the endowment funds held at the CF4CC. The Foundation will match on a 1:1 basis every donation, up to $20,000.  If the money raised exceeds $20,000, the money will be divided proportionally among the different agencies. This means that for every dollar you donate, your chosen organization will receive two dollars!  

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2012 BACF Match Day

Posted by Janet Pry on Wed, Nov 07, 2012

The Bucyrus Area Community Foundation board of directors has awarded $20,000 toward a 1:1 match for the benefit of the five school districts in  Crawford County - Bucyrus City, Buckeye Central, Colonel Crawford, Crestline, and Wynford Schools. If the money raised exceeds $20,000, the money will be divided proportionally among the five school districts.

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