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Defiance Area Foundation Blog
Unlocking Opportunities: 30+ Local Scholarships Now Open for Defiance County Students
Chelsie Schroeder – February 19, 2026
Local students now have access to more than 30 scholarship opportunities through the Defiance Area Foundation. With several new scholarships...
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Philanthropy Education: Understanding the Different Ways to Give Back
Chelsie Schroeder – January 28, 2026
Learn the differences between giving directly to a nonprofit, United Way, or a community foundation and how each creates impact...
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Building a Legacy of Generosity, One Piggy Bank at a Time
Chelsie Schroeder – January 22, 2026
Piggy Bank Philanthropy continues to show us how powerful youth giving can be, and recent stories from twin brothers Finn...
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Gala Sponsorships for the 2026 Bow Ties and Boas Gala
Chelsie Schroeder – December 17, 2025
The Defiance Area Foundation is now welcoming Gala Sponsorships for our 2026 Bow Ties and Boas Gala, taking place on...
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The Power of One: Why Giving Tuesday Matters in Defiance County
Chelsie Schroeder – November 18, 2025
On Tuesday, December 2, communities around the world will celebrate Giving Tuesday. This global movement of generosity reminds us that...
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The Power of One: Meaningful Giving That Lasts Beyond the Season
Chelsie Schroeder – November 4, 2025
Celebrate the Power of One this Giving Tuesday. Learn how meaningful giving through the Defiance Area Foundation can create a...
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Giving with Intention: Exploring Fund Options as Meaningful Donation Gifts
Chelsie Schroeder – October 16, 2025
When many people think of donation gifts, images of one-time checks or gift cards to charities may come to mind....
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An Evening of Legacy and Generosity: Why Our Gala Matters
Chelsie Schroeder – September 2, 2025
Join us for one of Defiance’s most meaningful charity events, the 2025 Defiance Area Foundation Gala. Tickets are on sale...
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Leave a Legacy: Create a Will and Become Part of Our Legacy Society
Chelsie Schroeder – August 26, 2025
When you create a will, you’re not just planning for your family, you’re making an intentional choice to shape how...
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