Designated Fund
Available Funds
A Designated Fund may be established by a donor or an organization to benefit one or more specific charities.
Created by local farmers, Bob and Waneta Bishop, to support AgrIInstitute, an Indiana organization providing leadership training in agriculture.
Created by Alan and Kristine Alderfer as part of their estate planning to provide support to organizations that have been important to their family including: Cure JM, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and Riley Foundation’s Art Therapy Program.
Established by the Boy Scouts of America, Anthony Wayne Area Council, in honor of their long-time District Scout Executive Director, Jim Molebash, upon his retirement. The fund will provide the council, in which Boy Scouts of Kosciusko County maintains its membership, with an annual stream of revenue to support their mission and to help fund the presence of a professional District Executive who will support Scouting programs in Kosciusko County.
Established by Brad and Lynnette Jackson to support the North Webster Church of God, the Family Church Marco Island, and the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County.
Established by Brenda Houtz to provide support to Washington Elementary School to support their STEM program, especially the sciences, and support innovative programs and projects to encourage students’ academic excellence.
Funded by anonymous donors to renovate the conservation camp for youth located on McClure Lake.
Established by an anonymous donor to maintain this popular McClure Lake conservation camp for youth.
Established by Ford Chinworth to provide support to Warsaw Community High School (WCHS) to pay for the engraving of a plaque maintained at WCHS that recognizes students who are awarded the Chinworth Award established in 1953 by Ford’s parents, the late William and Louese Chinworth, and to provide a recognition piece to each year’s student recipient of the Chinworth Award.
Established by an anonymous donor to honor Clarence and the late Louise Cook and to support Mobile Meals.
Friends of the Community Arts Program of Kosciusko County established this fund to provide support for a variety of creative and collaborative experiences which allow people in Kosciusko County the opportunity to discover, develop, and share their musical artistic gifts.
Created with money remaining from Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship funds for the purpose of promoting scholarships and higher education in Kosciusko County, Indiana.
Established by Dale and Karen Long to provide support for faith-based charitable purposes, education and charitable programs that support youth. In November 2022, Dale was honored as veteran of the month for his service in the U.S. Air Force.
Established by Darrell Phillips to reach his charitable dreams while providing an income for his daughter during her lifetime.
Established by Darrell Phillips to reach his charitable dreams while providing an income for his daughter during her lifetime.
Created by Dorothy Sweeney, longtime organist at Sacred Heart Church, to maintain the church’s pipe organ.
Established through many gifts from friends and family members of Dr. William Parke. The fund provides support to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church for the health and education expenses of financially needy children of the Parish as determined by the Parish Priest. Dr. Parke was a family practice physician in Warsaw from 1966 until his retirement in 1994. He passed away in 2016.
Will establish an endowment fund to provide future support for not-for-profit organizations in Kosciusko County.
Established to support the Etna Green Museum in its efforts to preserve the history of Etna Green.
Established as a result of intensive study through a Kosciusko Leadership Academy white paper project to address the urgent communication challenges for firefighters as a result of narrowing radio band widths and our county’s varied topography.
Established by Darrell Philipps in memory of his wife, Marilyn, to provide the First United Methodist Church in Warsaw funds for educational purposes.
Established by the Humane Society of Kosciusko County, Inc. to operate a humane animal shelter in Kosciusko County that prevents cruelty to animals by providing for the care and treatment of stray, lost, abandoned and unwanted animals. Funds may also support public education on the humane treatment of animals.
Established with a gift from the estate of Frank and Geraldine “Jerry” Smith to provide an annual stream of income for the Bell Memorial Public Library in Mentone, Indiana. Frank and Jerry Smith were lifetime Mentone residents and operated Frank & Jerry’s Grocery in Mentone from 1947 to 1979.
Established with a gift from the estate of Frank and Geraldine “Jerry” Smith to provide annual support to the Lawrence D. Bell Aircraft Museum in Mentone, Indiana.
Created by the Alpha Lambda Chapter of Kappa Kappa Kappa, Inc. (Tri Kappa) to provide support to their scholarship purposes in memory of longtime member, Georgianna Easterday.
Created by Calvin and Sue Gill to provide support to St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Warsaw and to fund three different scholarship funds at the Community Foundation including one for students studying veterinary medicine, one for students pursuing a vocational degree or certificate, and a general scholarship.
Provides an annual stream of revenue for Girl Scouts programs and activities in Kosciusko County, Indiana.
Created by Richard Glover, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s initial chairperson, and his wife Evelyn to provide perpetual operating funds for the Community Foundation.
Funds charitable grants recommended by Heart of Gold recipients.
Established by an anonymous donor to provide ongoing support to Heartline Pregnancy Center.
Provides Heartline Pregnancy Center with a consistent stream of revenue to support the BABE program.
Established by Warsaw Community Church to provide support to their mission work in Honduras, Central America and to provide humanatarian aid and relief of the poor, distressed and underprivileged in Honduras.
Established by J. Raymond and Mary Steenhausen in memory of their daughter, Joan, to provide annual support to Purdue University to provide scholarships to students pursuing a degree in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences. Joan dedicated her life to serving special needs children. She worked for 35 years as a speech-language pathologist.
Established by the late Patricia Oppenheim as part of her estate planning to benefit the United Way of Kosciusko County. Pat and her husband, Phillip operated Oppenheim’s Department and Catalog Stores in Wabash and Kosciusko Counties.
Created by Charlottanne (Anne) Hosier to fund charitable organizations and programs that were important to Anne and her husband, Jack. Jack and Anne were long-time residents of Leesburg. Jack was a pharmacist and a U.S. Navy veteran. Together, Jack and Anne opened Hosier Pharmacy and H.P. Drugette in the 1960s and 1970s.
Established through a bequest in his will, Jay Bower wished to help an organization that was important to him and his family.
Established by Water for Good, Inc. to provide sustainable rural water delivery to the Central African Republic.
Created by Jo and Doyle Butler to provide support to organizations that were meaningful to them during their lifetime, including: St. Andrews United Methodist Church in Syracuse, Indiana, the Syracuse Park Foundation, Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation, New Hope Pet Rescue, IU Health Goshen Foundation and to the Community Foundation for a scholarship.
Provides an annual stream of revenue to Joe’s Kids as they serve children with therapies including speech, physical, and occupational therapy in order to help them reach their full potential.
Established by Judy Mugg to honor her parents, John and Martha, who were longtime residents of Bluffton, Indiana. John was a board member of the Wells County Community Foundation and this fund annually provide funds to Wells County Community Foundation to be awarded as scholarships.
Established by the Bradways to provide support for two churches that were important in their lives.
Established by the late Lois Beeson, this permanent endowment fund will provide support to Winona Lake Community Church for support of Kiddie Kollege, a Christian Preschool/Education program. General support will include tuition assistance, books and supplies, and Bibles to graduates of needy families.
Established by Eric Sorenson in memory of his co-worker, Kelby Jones, a Warsaw Community Schools (WCS) District Technician, to provide support to WCS for the technology needs of students.
Provides an annual stream of revenue to Kosciusko County 4-H to support educational programs and opportunities that build skills, character and knowledge of Kosciusko County 4-H members.
Established by Eddie Creighton to provide funding to the council that serves area Boy Scouts.
Established to accept gifts that will support the Kosciusko County Fireman’s Association and volunteer and municipal fire departments in providing smoke detectors to local residents to prevent fire-related deaths.
Established as a result of a Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy white paper project by Kaila Higgins, Sarah Jungbauer and Joel Widman. The fund will, when fully funded, help pay for GED testing to financially needy residents of Kosciusko County with preference given to clients of the Beaman Home.
Established by the late Rudolph C. Schobert and Rita J. Schobert to benefit the United Way of Kosciusko County, Inc.
Created by the Kosciusko Crime Stoppers to provide support for their program, which aims to help prevent and solve crime.
Initially funded by the Dekko, Kosciusko County, and the Franklin I. and Irene List Saemann Foundations for educational grants.
Established by Savina Kralis in memory of Jerome G. “Jerry” Kralis to provide support to Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice, Inc.
Created by many donors who support the Kosciusko Leadership Academy (KLA) in recognition of the contributions to KLA made by Jean Northenor. The endowment fund provides an annual Northenor Award, which is presented to a worthy White Paper project produced by a KLA team of graduates.
Established by Dale Miller (not related to Kurt Miller) who wished to honor young Kurt Miller with a fund in Kurt’s memory. Dale and Kurt’s father, Kyle, had lockers next to each other throughout high school. Kurt was a high school student who was very involved in Tippecanoe Valley’s agriculture program when he passed away as a result of an accident. The fund benefits a Tippecanoe Valley graduate who is pursuing an agriculture related college degree.
Established by Kyle and Melinda Miller in memory of their son, Kurt. Kurt was a junior at Tippecanoe Valley High School when he passed away as a result of an accident. This fund supports organizations that Kurt cared deeply about: Tippecanoe Valley Future Farmers of America, Kosciusko County 4-H Council, Seward Township Volunteer Fire Department and Echoes of the Past.
Established through a bequest by Mr. Miller, to provide the Lakeland Kiwanis with a vehicle to carry out charitable and civic projects in North Webster.
Provides an annual stream of revenue to this youth serving organization in Syracuse, Indiana whose mission is to foster a positive sense of self-worth through programs that promote physical, mental, emotional and social development.
Established by LeRoy Markley to provide an annual stream of revenue to the Bell Memorial Public Library in Mentone, Indiana.
Established by LeRoy Markley to provide an annual stream of revenue to his church, the First Baptist Church of Mentone.
Established by an anonymous donor to provide support to LifeTouch Ministries & Counseling Center, or its successor agency.
Established by Daniel and Bonnie Kramer, this fund will provide support to Combined Community Services of Kosciusko County in its work to provide charitable programs, resources, and assistance to Kosciusko County residents in need.
Established in memory of Margaret Ann Voirol, a longtime vocal music teacher at Warsaw High School, by Jane Glover McGinnis. The fund provides support to the Warsaw Community High School Choral Department.
Established with gifts from many friends, colleagues and family members of Marna Clouser, in Marna’s memory. This scholarship will provide support to Bethel College to provide scholarships to students pursuing nursing degrees.
Provides support for the Mary L. Hand Memorial Library of the Winona Lake Free Methodist Church.
Established by Maureen and John Hall to provide support to the First United Methodist Church of Warsaw and the Salvation Army in Warsaw. John was active in the insurance industry with his family business, Hall and Marose Insurance, and is a member of the Warsaw Rotary Club and the Shriners. Maureen is very active in serving community organizations, including serving as a former member of the Community Foundation board and in the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary.
Established by Daniel and Bonnie Kramer, this fund will provide support to the Mentone Fire Department for supplies, training, equipment, or other charitable uses that help it provide fire and emergency services to the Town of Mentone, Indiana.
Established by the Lawrence D. Bell Aircraft Museum to provide support to projects, programs, and other initiatives of the Lawrence D. Bell Aircraft Museum that celebrate, preserve, and provide education about the history of the Town of Mentone.
Established by Blaine Mikesell to provide funding for musical performances in Winona Lake.
Established by Suzanne M. Light to provide support to the Town of Winona Lake for the development of a multipurpose pavilion named “Miller Sunset Pavilion” at Spring Fountain Park, Winona Lake, Indiana.
Established to provide support to the Winona Lake Volunteer Firefighters, Inc., including but not limited to, providing education and training materials, training videos, training sessions, and reimbursement for attending educational conferences and seminars.
Established in memory of Mitch Price by his family to provide scholarships to graduates of Wawasee High School who are involved in community service and are looking to become a firefighter or emergency responder.
Established to honor Nancy Derry’s valiant battle with ALS by providing annual support in her memory to the ALS Association Indiana Chapter, or their successor entity.
Established by Dana and Sherry Krull to provide support to the North Winona Church of the Brethren.
Provides operating support for the Orthopedics Capital Foundation to ensure a vibrant, thriving community through activities related to talent development, talent attraction and innovation/entrepreneurship.
Established by anonymous donors in honor of Pamela Schumm, a teacher at Wawasee High School for 41 years. The fund will support the work of the teachers in Wawasee’s Biology Department, with special consideration given to the work of new or newer teachers of Biology.
Created by Judy Heiman as part of her estate planning to provide scholarships to graduates of Warsaw Community High School with preference given to students who participate in community service and extracurricular activities. Judy learned values like personal responsibility, sound financial planning, and a love of her home community from her parents, Paul and Gloria Heiman. They instilled in her a desire to give back to Kosciusko County and support the next generation.
Established in memory of Payton Slaymaker, this endowment fund will provide annual support to the Kosciusko County 4-H Council for the purpose of awarding a Payton Slaymaker Love of Llamas Mental Attitude Award to a 4-H Llama Club member that has demonstrated perseverance, dedication, and strength of character. This award will include a monetary gift to be used for school or training expenses after high school. A matching amount shall be given to a charitable organization doing cancer research in honor of the annual award recipient.
Established by Stan Pequignot, a former Community Foundation board member, to provide funding for donor recognition activities.
At maturity, this CRT will fund the Peter D. Hess Charitable Fund, which will provide support for Baker Youth Clubs and the Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s operating endowment.
Established by Peter M. Smith to provide support to Lilly Lakes and Streams at Grace College to enable the monitoring and reporting on water quality of lakes in Kosciusko County, to suggest actions to improve water quality, and to implement action to improve the water quality.
Created by Becky Dick in memory of her husband, Phil. Phil was a Grace College graduate and later served as Grace’s Athletic Director and head softball coach. The fund provides athletic scholarships to Grace College Women’s Softball players.
Established by alumni of Pierceton School for the construction, preparation and perpetual maintenance of a permanent memorial for Pierceton School and its records, books, class photographs, trophies and other memorabilia and historical items.
Established by an anonymous donor to provide support to the Wawasee Community School Corporation.
Created by Betty Jane Clover as part of her estate planning to provide support to charities that were important to her including: Plain Township Fire Department, Kosciusko County Animal Shelter, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, Leesburg United Methodist Church and the Town of Leesburg.
Created by Tom Davis, with contributions from many community members, in honor of Coach Bill Patrick and Rita Price Simpson. The fund will annually provide an award to one male and one female Tippecanoe Valley High School senior who has played varsity basketball and who has demonstrated outstanding character, community involvement, work ethic and leadership skills.
Provides tuition support for needy students to attend Lakeland Christian Academy and/or Warsaw Christian School. School administration recommends recipients.
Established by an anonymous donor to provide financial support to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Warsaw and its religious and charitable endeavors.
Established by the children of Jerry and Savina Kralis to honor them. This fund will enable financially needy students to attend Sacred Heart Elementary School in Warsaw.
Created by Savina Kralis to provide support to Ancilla College to enable the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ to provide scholarship grants to worthy and needy students pursuing nursing or related studies.
Created by Sheila Burner through the gift of a life insurance policy to benefit her church. Sheila was the Wayne Township Trustee for many years.
Established by Sheri Krichbaum to provide financial support to the Kosciusko County Historical Society, Helping Paws Pet Haven, Rudy’s Dog Park, New Hope Pet Rescue, and One Dog at a Time Pet Rescue.
Established by Michelle Smith LeDrew and Ryan Smith, in memory of their father, Charlie Smith, and their brother, Scott Smith, to support Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation’s athletic program and the recognition of outstanding student athletes who exemplify the values that Charlie and Scott demonstrated in their daily lives. Charlie was a long-time football coach for Tippecanoe Valley High School (TVHS) and Scott was a talented student athlete at TVHS. They passed away as a result of a plane crash.
Established by Kay and Jim Young to provide support for the Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams for programs that impact and protect Lake Wawasee.
Created by Constance and Irene Stavropulos to provide support for charitable organizations important to them.
Established in memory of Stephen Brickel and Dawn Brickel Paris to provide financial support for tuition to students attending Lakeland Christian Academy.
Established by Mrs. Neher in her will to provide support to 15 different religious and charitable organizations. This fund demonstrates the flexibility of using one fund to accomplish many charitable goals.
Created by the Etna Green Lions Club to provide support to the Town of Etna Green to improve the quality of life of its citizens, as directed by the Etna Green Town Council.
Established by Forrest and Kathryn Bouse to support organizations that were important to them, including Otterbein United Methodist Church, Cardinal Services, Kosciusko County Historical Society, charitable projects of the Warsaw Masonic Lodge No. 73, charitable projects of the Kosciusko County Shrine Club, and maintenance and support of the Atwood Community Building.
Established by Thomas LeHew in memory of his sister, Louise. The income from this fund provides support for the Warsaw Community Public Library and the City County Athletic Complex.
Established by Phyllis Geraldine “Gerry” Warner with a charitable remainder trust, to support religious and charitable organizations that were important to her. Gerry was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. She graduated from Beaver Dam High School and received her Associates Degree from Manchester College. She taught for three years at Beaver Dam School. Gerry passed away on January 12, 2019 at the age of 100.
Established by Warren and Josephine Walmer to support charitable organizations and purposes important to them.
Founded by the Salvation Army Womens Auxiliary of Warsaw to provide financial and material support for the ongoing outreach of the local Salvation Army.
Established by the Wawasee Kiwanis Club to support the maintenance and operation of the Syracuse Community Center.
Provides annual income to the church the Kelson family attended.
The Troy Murphy Memorial Fund was established by the family of Troy Murphy to provide support to Tippecanoe Valley High School’s Life Skills class which benefits special needs students.
Established by Vance Lopp. When the Charitable Gift Annuity matures, it will fund the Vance F. and Deborah A. Lopp Charitable Endowment Fund.
Established to provide an annual source of operating support for the Wagon Wheel Theatre. The nonprofit theatre is one of Indiana’s oldest, and is well known for providing high quality professional theatrical productions and concerts from a round stage.
Created by Dixie D. Kraus to provide support to Warsaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Inc.
Established by an anonymous donor to provide support to the Warsaw Performing Arts Center, a performing arts facility operated by Warsaw Community Schools.
Established by Robert and Roma Maish for the development and maintenance of the gardens primarily at Warsaw’s Central Park.
Created by Wawasee Community School Corporation to encourage and support creativity, innovation and excellence, providing students with opportunities they would not otherwise experience.
Established by members of the Wawasee High School graduating class of 1989 to provide scholarships to graduating seniors of Wawasee High School who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to community service.
Established in memory of veterans connected to Wawasee Community School. This fund will provide support to Wawasee Community School Corporation for the design and construction of the permanent memorial for veterans connected to the Wawasee community on the campus of Wawasee High School.
Established by Warsaw-based real estate holding company, B.S. Gold and Associates LLC, in memory of Wayne and Phillis Fribley to benefit children with medically diagnosed Klinefelter’s Syndrome, Turner Syndrom or Autism Spectrum disorders.
Established by Dolores Pittenger to provide support to charitable organizations providing services to Warsaw residents.
Established by Suzanne M. Light to provide support to the Town of Winona Lake to support the annual maintenance of, improvements to, and program support of parks, trails and recreation centers in Winona Lake, Indiana at the discretion of the Winona Lake Town Council.
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