Sometimes the sweetest success comes from sharing it with others.That was the lesson Gabe, Ty, and Cam Dickinson demonstrated after...
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Defiance Area Foundation Blog
From Lemonade to Lasting Impact: Three Brothers Give Back Through Piggy Bank Philanthropy
Chelsie Schroeder – July 9, 2026
Student Raises $1,300 for Her Own School Through Piggy Bank Philanthropy
Chelsie Schroeder – July 8, 2026
Some of the most meaningful acts of generosity come from giving back to the people and places that have made...
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Restoring the Heart of Our Community: Downtown Defiance Facade Program
Chelsie Schroeder – April 23, 2026
Through the Downtown Defiance Facade Program, $242,500 has been invested into revitalizing 27 downtown buildings, including $42,500 in grants from...
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Piggy Bank Philanthropy Stories: Small Acts, Big Impact
Chelsie Schroeder – April 8, 2026
Piggy Bank Philanthropy continues to grow through the generosity of individuals, families, and students across our community. Each story reminds...
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March Generosity Madness: Support Your School
Chelsie Schroeder – March 12, 2026
Support your favorite local school through March Generosity Madness. Give through the Defiance Area Foundation to grow permanent school funds.
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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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