Vermillion County Community Foundation

06/03/2026

We are excited to announce that the Herman White Public Access Site is having its GRAND OPENING!

Join us on Saturday, June 13th, at 9 AM for this exciting event. A free kayak will be given away, so bring your chairs, fishing gear, canoes, and kayaks for a great morning!

📍 133 E County Road 600 N, Cayuga, IN. East of the county bridge in Eugene, IN!

06/03/2026

We spot a familiar face in the front! 😊

Congratulations to the recent graduates of Leadership Vermillion County!

Leadership Vermillion County
Graduates Class of 2026
The 2026 class of Leadership Vermillion County recently celebrated completion of the program with a graduation celebration. The event brought together LVC participants from the previous nine cohorts, providing an opportunity for recent LVC participants to network with program alumni. The evening was catered by Gerries in Clinton.

The Leadership Vermillion County program, launched in 2015, is a collaborative effort among Purdue Extension Vermillion County and several Vermillion County businesses and nonprofit organizations, and utilizes the Purdue Extension Community Leadership curriculum. The twelve-session program provides an opportunity for participants to learn more about the history of Vermillion County, their personality style through the Myers Briggs Type Indicator, Interpersonal Communication, Conflict, Education and Workforce Development, Economic Development and Quality of Place, Cultural Awareness, County Government, Team Building, Nonprofit Boards, Effective Meetings, and Health in our Community. The sessions were either led by a trained facilitator, or included a panel discussion of local experts on specific topics.

Sessions were held in various locations throughout Vermillion County, including the 4-H Community Building, Elanco Clinton Labs, Clinton Public Library, Duke Energy, Vermillion County Jail, Vermillion County Health Department, Vermillion County Courthouse, Mastec, and Valley Professionals Community Health Center. Several of the host sites employ individuals who have graduated from the Leadership Vermillion County program.

The LVC program is proud to have 114 alumni. Leadership Vermillion County is grateful for the financial support of several local businesses and organizations, as well as the generosity of the meeting hosts providing space for the group.

For more information regarding participation in future Leadership Vermillion County cohorts, please contact Lori Bouslog, County Extension Director and Extension Educator at [email protected], or call 765-492-5332.

Congratulations to the nine graduates of the 2026 Leadership Vermillion County cohort. Pictured left to right, front row: Nikki Cheuvront, Leslie Werner, Jade Schuman, Leigh Ann Smith, Tia Heid; back row: Joseph Stewart, Steven Allen, Paul Meadlo, Leslie Gackle.

06/03/2026

Every month, we receive generous donations to VCCF in memory or honor of cherished loved ones and friends. These lasting contributions are endowed, ensuring they benefit Vermillion County forever.

❤️ To donate in memory or in honor of a loved one, visit https://www.wicf-inc.org/ or mail your donation to Vermillion County Community Foundation, PO Box 532, Clinton, Indiana 47842

06/01/2026

Reminder: The June 15 deadline is quickly approaching for Rapid Response Grants! Don’t miss your chance to apply. Rapid Response grant applications submitted by the deadline will be reviewed in July.

For more details, a preview of the applications, and to apply, visit our website: https://www.wicf-inc.org/grants-application

05/29/2026

The Vermillion County Community Foundation recently awarded a $2,500 grant to the City of Clinton Fire Department to support its “Protect the Precious” Program. 🚒

This program provides free smoke detectors to local residents and has distributed more than 1,000 detectors over the past 15 years. The Clinton Fire Department continues to work to ensure Vermillion County residents have access to this important safety resource, regardless of financial circumstances.

We love supporting programs that promote safety and security for residents across Vermillion County.

05/28/2026

Mark your calendars for Payback Day 2026! We are excited to invite our scholarship recipients and their families to a morning dedicated to giving back to Vermillion County.

This year, volunteers will help with setup and check-in for items and projects at the Vermillion County 4-H Fairgrounds from 8 a.m.–12 p.m. on June 13, 2026. It’s a great opportunity to reconnect and make a positive impact in our community together.

Scholarship recipients should have received an email and this handout at Senior Awards Night with additional details.

Following the event, volunteers and their families are invited to enjoy a complimentary luncheon at Cayuga Christian Church. Please RSVP by Friday, May 29 — we hope to see you there!

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed today, Monday, May 25. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26.

05/22/2026

We are hiring!

The Western Indiana Community Foundation is seeking a Scholarship Program Officer to manage WICF's scholarship program across Fountain and Vermillion counties. This position oversees the Community Foundation’s scholarship program by managing the application and award process for more than 100 scholarship funds, including the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship.

Responsibilities include managing scholarship processes, supporting applicants and selection committees, maintaining scholarship systems, increasing outreach efforts, and building relationships with donors and partners.

If you’re a proven leader with a passion for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Learn more and find the job description here: https://www.wicf-inc.org/2026/05/22/we-are-hiring-scholarship-program-officer

To apply, email your cover letter and resume to [email protected] by June 30, 2026.

05/20/2026

The Vermillion County Senior Awards Nights kick off tonight at North Vermillion High School. As scholarship recipients are announced, we’ll continue updating our list online, so be sure to follow along and celebrate this year’s students with us at www.wicf-inc.org/scholarship-recipients. 🎓✨

📆 South Vermillion Senior Awards Night: Friday, May 22, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.