Support Local Causes at the Defiance Area Foundation Gala – Tickets Available Now!
Be Part of Something Bigger – A Night of Legacy and Generosity The Defiance Area Foundation Gala is more than a celebration — it’s a powerful way to give back…
Be Part of Something Bigger – A Night of Legacy and Generosity The Defiance Area Foundation Gala is more than a celebration — it’s a powerful way to give back…
If you’re a student or parent searching for “scholarships near me” in Defiance County, you’re in the right place. The Defiance Area Foundation (DAF) offers a wide range of local…
Build a legacy of generosity through the Defiance Area Foundation A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a simple, flexible, and tax-efficient way to support the charitable causes that matter most…
Since 1966, Fort Defiance Humane Society (FDHS) has stood as a compassionate, animal-advocacy organization in Defiance County. As the only shelter in the county that cares for dogs—along with cats…
Few individuals have had as deep and lasting an impact on conservation in Defiance County as Cletus Vetter. A dedicated farmer, a humble leader, and a tireless volunteer, Cletus committed…
At the Defiance Area Foundation, we believe in meeting people where they are—and helping them move forward, one step at a time. The Dream Center Donor Advised Fund is one…
At the Defiance Area Foundation, we believe every fund tells a story—and some stories leave a lasting flavor of love, passion, and purpose. The Erica J. Strausbaugh Culinary Arts Scholarship…
Terry and the late Ann Melton are shining examples of this spirit of generosity. Their journey led to the creation of the Melton Family First Generation Scholarship Fund—a powerful legacy that will support students who are the first in their family to pursue a college degree.
At the Defiance Area Foundation, we believe generosity starts young. Our Piggy Bank Philanthropy initiative was created to teach children the joy of giving and the impact they can have…
Caden and Knox Schroeder have been saving their Piggy Bank Philanthropy money for a couple of months now. They have chosen to take money out of their own wallets to…