Don Wood Foundation

06/08/2026

Given the opportunity to participate in the Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana's Leadership Institute, our colleague Emilia Miles eagerly joined. She grew her leadership skills, community-mindedness, and networking among peer professionals. We're proud of her commitment to lifelong learning. We invite you to help us congratulate Emilia for adding more tools to her toolbelt!

This comprehensive program spans four months, including a kick-off event, eight all-day workshops, and a celebratory graduation. Learn more about YNLI at: https://www.ylni.org/

06/07/2026

Caring isn’t just something we do, it’s who we are. 💛

On this , we are reminded that real impact starts with people who choose to show up, give back, and invest in others. At the Don Wood Foundation, caring looks like opening doors to opportunity, supporting bold ideas, and building a stronger future for our communities, together.

06/06/2026

Higher education helps shape the future of our region — creating opportunities for students, strengthening communities, and preparing the next generation of leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers. 📚✨

This National Higher Education Day, we want to give a special shoutout to the incredible higher education partners across northeast Indiana who are investing in learners and helping create pathways to meaningful careers and long-term success.

We’re proud to support this work alongside so many outstanding institutions and organizations throughout our region. To learn more about the impact of these partnerships and the work happening across northeast Indiana, check out our annual reports on our website: https://buff.ly/PEIArLM

06/05/2026

Opportunity grows when communities build together.⚙️

We’re excited to continue our grant workshop series this June with sessions centered around Engaging Youth, Developing Talent, and Empowering Manufacturing.

Only four workshops remain. Save your spot today:
https://buff.ly/AnKT1Oi

06/03/2026

Did you miss our latest Mighty Oak newsletter?🌳 🔥

Our newest Grant Partner Spotlight features The Crossing and the impact of their welding program as students gain hands-on experience and explore future career pathways.

Watch the full story here: https://buff.ly/CZds54i

The Xtreme Welding Program at The Crossing In this Grant Partner ...

06/01/2026

Strong talent pipelines don’t happen by accident — they happen through partnership. ⚙️

If your organization is helping learners explore meaningful career pathways while strengthening connections between education and industry, the Developing Talent Grant Program was designed with you in mind.

📍 Join us to learn more and strengthen your application: https://buff.ly/YcdrUyR

05/29/2026

Our May Mighty Oak Newsletter was sent out yesterday! 🌱

This month, we’re highlighting stories of impact, innovation, and the people helping shape the future of northeast Indiana — from grant partner spotlights to upcoming workshops and regional initiatives.

Missed it? Take a look here:

Our latest Grant Partner Spotlight highlights a welding program helping students gain hands-on experience, explore careers in advanced manufacturing, and build pathways toward their future. See the impact of this program in action by watching the full spotlight video above.

05/29/2026

The future starts with exposure. ⚙️

Students don’t need to have their entire future figured out today, but they do deserve opportunities to explore, create, and discover what they’re capable of.

If your organization serves youth and is creating meaningful learning experiences, the Engaging Youth Grant Program was designed with you in mind.

📍 Sign up for an upcoming grant workshop today: https://buff.ly/M3bvXTJ

05/28/2026

A spark. A skill. A future. ⚡

In today's Mighty Oak Newsletter, we spotlighted one of our grant partners who is doing amazing work in our community. This snippet shares a closer look at how opportunity is taking shape at The Crossing.

Crossing - Greater Fort Wayne

05/26/2026

💡 Donism Tuesday 💡

“Leave every room with more than you brought.”

Don believed in the power of continuous learning and intentional action. He didn’t just show up—he showed up prepared to add value, to lead, and to grow.

Whether it was a conversation, a meeting, or a moment—his goal was always the same: make an impact and leave it better than he found it.

That’s the standard.