Richland County Foundation Awards almost $18,000 in Grants

The Connections Fund of the Richland County Foundation announced grant awards during its Winter Reception January 19 held at the foundation. The Connections Fund donors approved 12 grants totaling $17,907

Foundation President Brady Groves said, “The Connections Fund is a great way for younger donors to get involved in philanthropy and community leadership.”

The following organizations and programs were funded by Connections.

Altrusa International - Tools for School

Crestview Middle School - Maker Space

First School at Foundations for Living - G.E. D. software

Junior Achievement - Richland County Programs

North Central State College - Women’s Leadership Development Program

Ohio State University at Mansfield - Free Science Saturdays

Ontario High School - Sea Perch Underwater Robotics

Parent Aide - Family Action Nights

Mansfield Area YMCA - School Days Out Program

Mansfield Sherman Elementary - Pedaling for Our Future

Mansfield Spanish Immersion School - Kids Can Code

Stellar Robotics - Program improvements

Since 2005 the Connections Fund has awarded over $106,600 to nonprofit organizations in Richland County. The mission of the Connections Fund of the Richland County Foundation is to foster and retain leaders and professionals in Richland County and to promote a philanthropic identity and involvement in the community.

About the Richland County Foundation

The Richland County Foundation, a not-for-profit 501c3, was established in 1945 as a way for individuals to pool and invest their gifts for the long-term good of Richland County and its residents.

The Foundation helps people in Richland County give back to their community by investing their gifts for charity wisely so that grants can be made to improve the quality of life for all of the county’s citizens. Working together with donors, the Foundation meets important needs today and plans for a strong future.