As we navigate an ever-changing Delaware County, our donors find personal giving to be an essential tool for community support and wellbeing. No matter the type, giving prevails.

As Autumn brings rest and reflection, it's important to recognize the gifts our community has to offer. Read how donors support their favorite causes and fall in love with giving.

While the Foundation is well known for spring scholarship season, supporting Delaware County's education is a year-round mission, thanks to generous donors.

For Dave and Deb Heeter, Muncie isn’t just a place to live—it’s a community where they’ve raised family, grown friendships, built careers, and made an impact.

Jill Jereb and Gary Dodson are building a legacy in their community through a planned gift at The Community Foundation.

The Everlasting sculpture, installed in the building vestibule and lobby but visible even from outside the building, reuses glass removed from Minnetrista’s Catalyst sculpture.

The Albany Fund, in memory of the Frazee Family, was established in 2022. The fund will support programs and projects that benefit residents in the town of Albany, Indiana.

The Liberty Perry Selma Town Endowment Fund was established in 2012 to support programs and projects that benefit residents in Liberty Perry/Selma.

The Town of Yorktown Endowment Fund was established in 2000 to support programs and projects that benefit residents in the town of Yorktown, Indiana.

The first donors to The Community Foundation made gifts with a lasting impact. Today, an investment committee comprised of local volunteers sets goals and monitors the performance of investments.

In late 2023, The Foundation was given an opportunity to bring $2.25 million into our community. Neighbors embraced several options for giving as they stepped up to the challenge. The Foundation’s board members led the way.

Education and philanthropy are in the hearts of Don and Claire Park. Among their local philanthropy is support of the Robert P. Bell Teacher Grant Fund at The Community Foundation.

Olivia Fellows is a Community Foundation donor and volunteer who is committed to strengthening the community she has made her home.

Don and Sue Whitaker, long-time residents of Muncie, demonstrate their love for the community through their active involvement and philanthropic support.

The Gary W. Addison Scholarship Fund was created in 2010 in order to financially assist a Delaware County high school graduate planning to major in K-12 education.

When it comes to giving back to their community, Mike and Jackie Johnston take a targeted approach. Their target – education.