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Welcome to your community foundation!

A simple, powerful way to-
Give something back to the place you love
Support the causes you care about
Connect with others who share your ideals
Make the Most of your charitable gift
Leave a lasting legacy
Shape a brighter future-
The possibilities are endless
Impact immeasurable!

10/21/2026

🏥 A career in healthcare can take you in more directions than you might imagine.

In this Career Pathways video, Roxanne Mohr, an Interventional Radiology Nurse at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital, shares her journey from medical assistant to surgical technician to nurse, proving it's never too late to pursue your goals.

Roxanne offers a behind-the-scenes look at radiology nursing, a specialty many people don't even realize exists. She also shares how advances in medical technology are helping providers detect and treat illnesses earlier while improving patient care.

What shines through most is her compassion for patients during some of their most vulnerable moments. Whether it's holding a hand, offering reassurance, or simply being there to listen, Roxanne reminds us that nursing is about caring for people as much as it is providing medical care.

If you're interested in healthcare and want a career where you can make a meaningful difference every day, nursing may be a path worth exploring.

🎥 Watch Roxanne's story and learn more about the many opportunities available in the healthcare field.

10/20/2026

Trust isn't built overnight. It's earned through transparency, strong stewardship, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

At the Otsego Community Foundation, that commitment extends to every fund we manage and every dollar entrusted to us. In our latest article, Operations Manager Katie Warner takes us behind the scenes to explain why our annual independent audit matters and how it helps ensure we remain responsible stewards of community generosity.

Click here to learn more: https://www.otsegofoundation.org/behind-the-numbers-why-ocfs-annual-audit-matters/

10/19/2026

Reason #4 to partner with the Community Foundation:
Our Funds Help People Invest in the Causes They Care About Most

Everyone has a cause that speaks to their heart.

For some, it's helping students pursue their dreams. For others, it's supporting local arts and culture, protecting our natural resources, addressing community needs, strengthening nonprofits, improving health and wellness, or creating opportunities for future generations.

At the Otsego Community Foundation, we offer a variety of fund options that allow donors to support the causes they care about most. Whether your passion is broad or highly specific, we can help connect your generosity with meaningful opportunities to make a difference.

Because philanthropy is personal, your giving should reflect the values, interests, and community priorities that matter most to you.

When people invest in the causes they care about, our entire community benefits.
Not sure which giving option is right for your charitable goals? Let's explore the possibilities together. Contact us: 989-731-0597 - [email protected].

10/16/2026

What legacy do you hope to leave behind?

October is National Estate Planning Awareness Month, a time to think about the people, values, and causes that matter most to you.

For many families, estate planning is about caring for loved ones and creating peace of mind. It can also be an opportunity to support the community you love and continue making a difference for future generations.

Learn more about charitable estate planning and the OCF Legacy Society in our latest article: https://www.otsegofoundation.org/the-legacy-you-leave-behind/

10/15/2026

The Otsego Community Foundation's Grant Review Committee helps turn generosity into meaningful community impact.

These dedicated volunteers carefully review grant applications, evaluate community needs, and help ensure charitable dollars are invested where they can make the greatest difference. Their thoughtful leadership and commitment strengthen our community today and for generations to come.

Join us in thanking Jessi Jo Boulter, Jan Kellogg, Barb Brown, Joe Marsiglia, Leslie Vendzuh, Dave Baragrey, and Gary Rider for their service.

👉 Click to learn more: https://www.otsegofoundation.org/thoughtful-stewardship-lasting-impact/

10/14/2026

🚧 What does it take to keep Northern Michigan moving safely?

In this Career Pathways video, Bill Wahl, a Transportation Engineer with MDOT, shares how engineering helps shape the roads, bridges, and transportation systems we rely on every day.

From designing and maintaining highways to solving unexpected challenges, Bill's work combines technical knowledge, creativity, and teamwork. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at how engineers serve the public by helping people get where they need to go safely.

Bill also discusses the many opportunities within engineering and encourages students to explore the wide variety of career paths available in the field, some of which they may not even realize exist.

If you enjoy problem-solving, math, science, technology, and seeing your work make a visible impact on your community, engineering may be a career worth exploring.

🎥 Watch Bill's story and discover how engineers help build the infrastructure that connects our communities every day.

10/13/2026

Together, we are making a difference.

During the third quarter, the Otsego Community Foundation awarded $196,699 in grants to support organizations and initiatives that strengthen our community. From disaster response and human services to education, arts & culture, conservation, and youth development, these grants are creating impact where it matters most.

This work is only possible because of the generosity of our fundholders, donors, and community partners. Thank you for investing in a stronger, more vibrant Otsego County.

Congratulations to all of this quarter's grant recipients, and thank you to the funds that made these grants possible!

10/12/2026

☕ Join Us for Sip. Share. Connect. Tomorrow!

Looking for a chance to connect with others in the community? Join us tomorrow, October 13, from 9:00-10:00 AM, at the Otsego Community Foundation office, 316 W. Main Street, Ga***rd, for Sip. Share. Connect.

Whether you're curious about the work happening across our community, have ideas you'd like to share, are looking to meet new people, or simply want to stop by for coffee and conversation, we'd love to see you. There's no agenda and no presentations, just a welcoming space to connect, learn, and build relationships with others who care about making our community stronger.

Grab a cup of coffee and join the conversation. We look forward to seeing you!

10/10/2026

Mental Health Matters

Mental health affects every one of us, yet too often it remains a topic discussed in whispers rather than openly and without judgment.

Since 2020, the Stephanie J. and Brian L. Quaal Mental Health Fund has invested more than $12,000 in organizations dedicated to improving mental health in our community.

On World Mental Health Day, we are reminded that meaningful change happens when people choose to care, give, and support one another. We're grateful for the vision of the Quaal Family and for the organizations working every day to strengthen mental health and wellness across our region.

Together, we are helping create a community where no one faces life's challenges alone.

If this cause speaks to you, consider making a gift to the Stephanie J. and Brian L. Quaal Mental Health Fund. Your support helps continue investing in local programs and services that promote mental wellness, provide hope, and connect people with the resources they need. Click the like below to give today: https://godonate.akoyago.com/OCF/fund/stephanie-and-brain-quaal-mental-health-fund

10/08/2026

Are you a nonprofit volunteer, board member, or staff member looking to connect with others who care deeply about strengthening our community?

If you haven't heard of it before, Nonprofit Exchange (NPX), meets monthly over Teams as an hour dedicated to nonprofit networking and may be just what your organization needs! Content varies month to month from general connection and sharing, asking questions and supporting one another through challenges, and learning together as local passionate leaders.

For October's meeting, OCF has partnered with Rotary Charities to bring a guest speaker who will facilitate a conversation on program lifecycles. Topics will include program development, sustainability, sunsetting programs, and the benefits of collaboration and program partnerships. Whether your organization is launching something new, refining an existing program, or considering what's next, this conversation will provide valuable insights and practical takeaways.

Interested in attending this month and connecting with other local leaders moving forward? Email DeLayni, [email protected], for the meeting link!

Event Details:
📅 October 14
⏰ 8:00 a.m.
💻 Virtual via Teams

We look forward to you joining us, we are all better when we can work, learn, and grow together!

Address

316 W Main Street
Ga***rd, MI
49735

Telephone

+19897310597

Website

http://www.otsegofoundation.org/, https://give.otsegofoundation.org/event/extreevagnza-2024/e616447

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