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…
The Sherwood VFW Charity Fund: Serving Veterans, Families, and Community with Purpose
Since 2021, the Sherwood VFW Charity Fund has invested over $50,000 back into the local community, supporting everything from scholarships and youth programs to cemetery services and holiday traditions. Rooted in service and sustained by generosity, this fund ensures that the legacy of local veterans continues to impact generations to come.
Short Lives, Lasting Impacts: SGM Memorial Fund
The Defiance Area Foundation is proud to announce the creation of the Sufficient Grace Ministries Memorial Fund, established by the Schroeder family in memory of their son, Paxton Schroeder, who passed away at 28 weeks gestation. The fund will provide annual grants to Sufficient Grace Ministries, an organization that supports families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss. This lasting tribute will help extend healing and hope to families in Defiance County and beyond.