March Generosity Madness: Support Your School
Support your favorite local school through March Generosity Madness. Give through the Defiance Area Foundation to grow permanent school funds.
Unlocking Opportunities: 30+ Local Scholarships Now Open for Defiance County Students
Local students now have access to more than 30 scholarship opportunities through the Defiance Area Foundation. With several new scholarships added this year, we are making it easier for students and families to explore funding options all in one place. Many of these awards were created by local families who believe in supporting the next generation.
Philanthropy Education: Understanding the Different Ways to Give Back
Learn the differences between giving directly to a nonprofit, United Way, or a community foundation and how each creates impact in Defiance County.
Building a Legacy of Generosity, One Piggy Bank at a Time
Piggy Bank Philanthropy continues to show us how powerful youth giving can be, and recent stories from twin brothers Finn and Trig are a beautiful example. Finn has made it…
Gala Sponsorships for the 2026 Bow Ties and Boas Gala
The Defiance Area Foundation is now welcoming Gala Sponsorships for our 2026 Bow Ties and Boas Gala, taking place on October 3, 2026. This signature event brings together local businesses,…
The Power of One: Why Giving Tuesday Matters in Defiance County
On Tuesday, December 2, communities around the world will celebrate Giving Tuesday. This global movement of generosity reminds us that giving is not just about what we do today, but…
The Power of One: Meaningful Giving That Lasts Beyond the Season
Celebrate the Power of One this Giving Tuesday. Learn how meaningful giving through the Defiance Area Foundation can create a lasting impact in Defiance County.
Giving with Intention: Exploring Fund Options as Meaningful Donation Gifts
When many people think of donation gifts, images of one-time checks or gift cards to charities may come to mind. But at the Defiance Area Foundation, we believe the more…
An Evening of Legacy and Generosity: Why Our Gala Matters
Join us for one of Defiance’s most meaningful charity events, the 2025 Defiance Area Foundation Gala. Tickets are on sale until September 19th. Celebrate generosity, impact, and community.
Leave a Legacy: Create a Will and Become Part of Our Legacy Society
When you create a will, you’re not just planning for your family, you’re making an intentional choice to shape how your story endures. At the Defiance Area Foundation (DAF), we invite you to turn that intention into a lasting impact through our Legacy Society.