Message from the PresidentWe like to think of the Miami County Foundation as a "savings account for the community" where the funds raised are invested within the county and the income is used to meet the current and future needs of the community. Now in its second decade the Foundation remains a strong influence in the county. Fund growth is made possible by donor bequests and founder Richard Hunt's contributions. It is my hope this will continue, as more citizens become aware of this county wide charitable vehicle. Since the Foundation's inception, in 1986, grant requests have increased annually. To provide a continuous source of funding we now accept requests in February and August. As President I am extremely proud to be part of the Miami County Foundation and wish to extend an invitation for you to join us in providing the "savings account for the community," to become part of "People Helping People." Our GoalTo help people like you help other people in Miami County.The Foundation serves as a catalyst for innovative programs in the arts, community development, education, health and human services. Qualifying organizations may submit grant requests by the last day of February or August. If denied the request may be re-submitted at a later date. The Miami County Foundation annually provides Humanitarian Grants to the following organizations:
The Miami County Foundation, through generous Miami County donors, also provides annual scholarships. The THELMA ROSS DALTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND is available to Miami County residents wishing to further their post-high school education in any accredited college, trade/vocational, nursing or health related facility. The DON FAVORITE DEETER, M.D. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP provides scholarships for Newton High School graduates. Our HistoryThe Miami County Foundation was chartered in 1985 by Richard E. Hunt to honor his wife, DeMaries, his mother, Blanch and his children Philip and Ginger. A Troy native, Mr. Hunt organized Miami County Broadcasting in 1946. A year later the county’s first radio station, WPTW-AM, went on the air. With his deep ties to Miami County it had long been his dream to establish such a local Foundation and upon his wife’s death moved to make his dream a reality. |
Contact UsCheryl Stiefel-Francis Miami County Foundation Office: 937-773-9012 Board of DirectorsRichard N. Adams, Ph.D. ~ Troy  Richard E. Hunt, Founder |
