Community Foundation of Noble County

11/03/2026

When is the right time to give your child a phone? How much screen time is too much? How can we protect our children from online dangers?

Join us for Navigating the Digital World Together, a FREE community presentation with Dr. Michelle Drouin. Learn how social media and technology affect children’s mental health and how to help keep them safe online.

📍Wednesday, November 4 | 6 PM – West Noble Middle School
📍Thursday, November 5 | 6 PM – East Noble Middle School

🍕 Pizza and water will be provided for families at both locations.

Parents, caregivers, and community members are encouraged to attend. Choose the location that works best for you and join this important conversation.

This event is proudly supported by the Community Foundation of Noble County.

11/03/2026

Thinking about going back to school as an adult? Lindy Munson did. 💙

Lindy is starting her 25th year at East Noble School Corporation telling students to apply for scholarships. This year, the school counselor took her own advice: she's earning a licensed mental health certificate at Butler with help from the Max and Elizabeth Roesler Memorial Scholarship.

The Roesler scholarship awards $1,500 to Noble County residents 25 and older going to college, university, or trade school, full-time or part-time.

📌 Applications open November 23 and close January 14, 2027.
🖇️ See if you qualify: cfnoble.co/roesler

Questions? Drop them in the comments, and we'll answer.

11/02/2026

Interested in joining a team dedicated to making a difference in Noble County? We're hiring!

The Community Foundation of Noble County is seeking a Finance and Operations Coordinator to join our team.

This full-time position supports the Foundation's financial operations, administrative activities, and event coordination.

View the full job description and apply on Indeed: go.cfnoble.org/finance

11/02/2026

We're excited to be featured in the inaugural edition of Noble County Living! 🎉

Our community is built on generosity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to making Noble County a better place to live, work, and grow.

The article, “When a Community Invests in Itself,” highlights the power of local giving and how investing in our community today can create a lasting impact for generations to come.

Thank you to Noble County Living for sharing our story and for celebrating the people and organizations making a difference right here in Noble County!

📖 Read the full article here: https://www.bestversionmedia.com/article/2026-11-when-a-community-invests-in-itself-how-local-generosity-shared-purpose-and-lasting-investments-are-shaping-the-future-of-noble-county/

10/30/2026

Boston Koons wants to start his own scholarship fund one day. 🎓
East Noble High School graduate chose Ball State University to study actuarial science, with a goal of helping people and institutions make good financial decisions so everyone can feel financially secure.

His advice for this year's seniors: get involved in school and in your community, because every experience makes your application stronger.

The 2027 scholarship season opens November 23.

Questions about getting ready? Jennifer Norris is here to help at (260) 894-3335.

Start getting ready: cfnoble.co/scholarships

10/29/2026

At Avilla Elementary, preschoolers now have 3rd grade "buddies." 🍂 Together they've made fall leaf crafts, read books, and even found each other at the school walk-a-thon. The Buddy Program is funded by a Community Foundation grant, and in teacher Anita Zollars' words, "it makes a difference for our students here at Avilla!"

Your project could be next. Our last grant deadline of 2026 is Monday, November 2, and several funds require a meeting with our program team before you apply.

Call Jazmín Herrera at (260) 894-3335 this week. 📞

🔗 Apply now: cfnoble.co/grantapply

10/27/2026

10/27/2026

Have a college student studying nursing or another health care career? 🩺

The Lutheran Foundation, Health Professions and Nursing Scholarships award $5,000 to $20,000 to college students from Noble County and nearby counties who are preparing for careers in direct patient care, like nursing, physical and occupational therapy, and mental health counseling.

📅 Applications open November 1, 2026, and close January 10, 2027.

See eligibility and apply: thelutheranfoundation.org/scholarships

Know a college student in health care? Share this with them. 💙

10/26/2026

🎃 Festival of Fright is almost here!

Join P.U.L.S.E. of Noble County, the City of Ligonier, and Drug Free Noble County for an evening of Halloween fun on Main Street.

📅 Thursday, October 29 | 5-7 PM
📍 Old Fire Station, Ligonier

Door prizes, games, candy, and face painting. Free hot dogs from the Ligonier Fire Department while supplies last. Treats and trinkets at the Ligonier Public Library.

Come in costume and bring the whole family! 👻

10/26/2026

One week left to apply! ⏰

Fall Grant Cycle applications close Monday, November 2. Seven funding opportunities for organizations serving Noble County close that day:

- 2026 GIFT IX Education Request for Proposals: up to $100,000 for education projects
- AWS Foundation Accessible Communities Fund: programs for children and adults with disabilities
- Celebrate Community Fund: culturally related programs and services
- Community Impact Grant: economic development and other charitable services
- G. Martin Kenney Memorial Fund: projects serving Ligonier and St. Patrick Catholic Church
- Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site Field of Interest Fund: preserving the historic site in Rome City
- Noble County Law Enforcement Fund: opioid prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction

Several of these funds ask applicants to meet with our program team before submitting, so reach out this week.

📲 Jazmín Herrera and Caroline Sizelove are ready to help at
(260) 894-3335.

🔗 Start your application: cfnoble.co/grantapply