Wayne County, Indiana, Foundation

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We help people who care fund causes that matter—to the community and to them. The Foundation is a strong proponent of higher education.

The Wayne County Foundation exists to foster and encourage private philanthropic giving, to enhance the spirit of community and to improve the quality of life in the Wayne County, Indiana, area now and for future generations. The Wayne County Foundation was established in February,1979, with the goal of creating a permanent pool of capital with the flexibility to meet the community’s ever changing needs. We work with donors to establish funds that have a purpose, funds that can be directed by the donor or by the volunteers who oversee the grant-making aspect of the Foundation. Stewarding
We invest the funds that are entrusted to us, working with professional advisors to assure the money is securely invested for the future of our community. Sharing
We then reinvest that money in the community in the form of grants and scholarships. Approximately half of the dollars distributed by the Foundation each year support education or education-related endeavors. Additionally, we share our expertise by providing affordable training and consulting-type services to area non-profit organizations. Leading
We convene conversations, explore opportunities, and support causes that improve the equality of life here for all. Today, tomorrow, forever the Foundation will be here.

Tomorrow's the last day to get your bids in. All auction proceeds go to the Wayne County Cares Fund.
10/14/2026

Tomorrow's the last day to get your bids in. All auction proceeds go to the Wayne County Cares Fund.

Community centers are the heart of small towns. With a $32,550 grant from our 2025 Grant Cycle I, the Williamsburg Commu...
10/14/2026

Community centers are the heart of small towns. With a $32,550 grant from our 2025 Grant Cycle I, the Williamsburg Community Center was able to make essential electrical upgrades and give its facility a fresh look. Unrestricted gifts help keep the doors open for generations of neighbors!

Unrestricted giving in action: A $50,000 grant from our 2025 Grant Cycle I helped the Ivy Tech Foundation bring a virtua...
10/12/2026

Unrestricted giving in action: A $50,000 grant from our 2025 Grant Cycle I helped the Ivy Tech Foundation bring a virtual welding machine to its Richmond campus, expanding capacity to serve more students pursuing skilled trades.

Here are the pumpkins. Start your bidding today!
10/09/2026

Here are the pumpkins. Start your bidding today!

Our offices will be closed Monday, October 12, in observance of Columbus Day. We'll see you Tuesday!
10/09/2026

Our offices will be closed Monday, October 12, in observance of Columbus Day. We'll see you Tuesday!

10/08/2026

This is so neat. We are grateful to the Wayne County Sherrif's Office staff for choosing the Wayne County Cares Fund as this year's recipient of the auction!

Every donor gives differently. Some choose a specific cause; others trust the Foundation's Board of Directors to direct ...
10/07/2026

Every donor gives differently. Some choose a specific cause; others trust the Foundation's Board of Directors to direct their gift where it's needed most. That trust is what unrestricted giving is all about: flexibility to respond to Wayne County's greatest needs, today and in the future. Give unrestricted today: https://loom.ly/EaDiO3Q

What makes unrestricted giving so powerful? Flexibility. These gifts aren't tied to a specific program or purpose; they ...
10/05/2026

What makes unrestricted giving so powerful? Flexibility. These gifts aren't tied to a specific program or purpose; they let the Foundation direct resources to the most pressing needs in Wayne County, year after year.

This month, we're sharing more about unrestricted giving. What it is, how to make an unrestricted gift, and examples of ...
10/02/2026

This month, we're sharing more about unrestricted giving. What it is, how to make an unrestricted gift, and examples of unrestricted gifts at work in our communities. Stay tuned!

As we wrap up a month focused on nonprofit engagement, we want to take a moment to say thank you to the incredible nonpr...
09/30/2026

As we wrap up a month focused on nonprofit engagement, we want to take a moment to say thank you to the incredible nonprofits in our community. From showing up for our neighbors to strengthening our community and doing the hard, often unseen work that makes Wayne County a better place to live, thank you. Tag a nonprofit below that's making a difference in our community! 👇

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33 S 7th Street
Richmond, IN
47374

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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