Tipton County Foundation

10/14/2026

An endowment is a permanent fund established to support charitable causes over the long term. The original gift (principal) is invested and preserved, while a portion of the investment earnings is distributed each year to meet community needs—allowing the fund to last forever. While there are minimum amounts required to create a fund, our staff will work with you to determine the best way to get started. Currently, TCF matches the first $2,000 to all endowed funds dollar for dollar each year. In addition, thanks to another generous donor, all unrestricted gifts to current or new funds are matched $3 for every $1—making your impact go even further. Call Dawn at 765.675.1942 to learn more.

10/14/2026

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Congratulations to our former TCF intern, Emily Hartley and the Class of 2026- Tipton County Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship recipient, Kaitlyn Maruszewski for earning their American FFA Degree!
The American FFA Degree represents the pinnacle of achievement in FFA. It recognizes exceptional commitment to agricultural education, leadership, SAE (Supervised Agricultural Experience) excellence, and community involvement. Less than 1% of members earn it.

10/14/2026

💚 Looking for Ways to Give? 💚

There are so many simple and impactful ways to support Tipton County through the Tipton County Foundation!

Whether you prefer to give today or plan for the future, we make it easy:
💵 Cash
📝 Check
📈 Stocks
🌾 Grain & Commodities
🏡 Real Estate
💳 Credit Card
🎁 Planned Gifts

Every gift—no matter the form—helps us continue building a stronger, more vibrant community right here at home.

🌐 Give online anytime at tiptoncf.org/giving

Have questions? We’re here to help you make the most of your generosity.

10/13/2026

📚✨ Happy National Library Week!

The Tipton County Public Library is truly a gem in our community! From inspiring young readers and supporting lifelong learning to providing resources, programs, and a welcoming place for people of all ages, our library makes Tipton County a better place to live, learn, and grow.

Libraries are so much more than books — they’re places where curiosity is encouraged, connections are made, and opportunities begin. We’re grateful for the important role the Tipton County Public Library plays in our community! ❤️

Join us in celebrating our local library and all the wonderful ways it serves Tipton County! 🌟

🌅 Good evening, Tipton County! Here's what's ahead at your library this week:

✍️ Mon Oct 12: Celebrate Teen Month - Community Poetry (Main, through Oct 17)
🗓 Mon Oct 12: TCPL Board Meeting (Main, 6 PM)
🎤 Tue Oct 13: Virtual Author Talk with David Epstein (Virtual, 2 PM)
🚶 Wed Oct 14: The Strolling Readers, A Stroll About Tipton Park (Park, 2 PM)
🎉 Thu Oct 15: Founder’s Day & Mural Unveiling (Main, 6 PM)
🎨 Sat Oct 17: Adult DIY Crafting (Windfall, 12:30 PM)

Fresh air, big ideas, and a celebration over a century in the making! You won't want to miss Thursday. 💛

Details & registration: bitly.tiptonpl.org/programs
Events calendar: tiptoncounty.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2026/10

10/12/2026

🎓 Attention Tipton County College Students!🎓
Scholarship opportunities aren't just for high school seniors. If you're currently enrolled in college, the Tipton County Foundation has scholarship opportunities available to help you continue pursuing your educational goals.
📅 Applications are open October 1 – November 15.
Current opportunities include:
📚 Tipton County Purdue Alumni Scholarship
For Tipton County students who are sophomores, juniors, or seniors attending any Purdue campus and enrolled full-time for at least one semester in 2027.
🩺 Mary Alice Nichols Scholarship
For Tipton or Tri-Central graduates completing a bachelor's degree in nursing and pursuing a career as a Registered Nurse.
🏥 Rosie Maxey Memorial Scholarship
For Tipton High School graduates completing a degree in a healthcare-related field.
🍎 Robert M. Schram Teaching Scholarship
For Tipton or Tri-Central graduates pursuing a degree that will lead to a teaching career in an Indiana public school.
These scholarships were established by generous donors who believe in investing in the future of Tipton County students. If you meet the eligibility requirements, we encourage you to apply!
🔗 Learn more and apply at tiptoncf.org/scholarships
Questions? Contact Bethany Davis, TCF Program Officer, at [email protected] 765.675.1941.

10/12/2026

🌾 Happy National Farmer Day! 🌾

Today, the Tipton County Foundation is celebrating the farmers and agricultural families who have helped grow our community in more ways than one.

Without farmers, our world would be without the food we eat, the fuel that powers our lives, and the fiber used to make so many of the products we depend on every day. Agriculture is essential to our way of life, and we are grateful for the families who work tirelessly to keep it growing.

Throughout the years, the generosity of agricultural families has also advanced TCF’s mission of helping Tipton County grow, lead, and serve. Gifts from farm families have created lasting legacies, supported local nonprofits, strengthened educational opportunities, and provided resources to meet our community’s changing needs.

One especially meaningful part of our history is our very own TCF building, which Pioneer Seed generously donated as a gift to the community in the 1990s. Today, the building continues to serve Tipton County as both the home of the Foundation and a gathering space for many local nonprofit groups working to make our community stronger.

Agriculture has always been about planting seeds, nurturing growth, and investing in the future. We see those same values reflected in the generosity of our local farmers and farm families, whose gifts continue to make a difference throughout Tipton County.

To our farmers: Thank you for feeding us, fueling our world, and helping our community flourish. Your hard work and generosity are making a difference today and for generations to come. 💚

10/08/2026

Did you know? When you make an unrestricted gift to the Tipton County Foundation, your impact automatically grows through our 3:1 Unrestricted Match Program — meaning every $1 becomes $4 for our community.

So, what is an unrestricted gift?

An unrestricted gift is endowed to support the changing needs of Tipton County for generations to come. Unlike designated funds, unrestricted gifts give TCF the flexibility to respond to future opportunities and challenges — including needs we may not even see today.

You can also make a pledge payable through 2030, making it easier to create a lasting impact over time. Gifts of grain also qualify for the 3:1 match program, offering another meaningful way for our agricultural community to give back.

Your generosity helps ensure we can continue strengthening our community, now and in the future.

Call our staff today to learn more.
Dawn 765.675.1942
Chad 765.675.1943

10/06/2026

Education has the power to change lives—and legacy gifts make that impact last forever.

We’re honored to share the story behind the Daniel J. and Mary Agnes Mattingly Scholarship Fund at the Tipton County Foundation. Created through a bequest at the time of Dan Mattingly’s passing, this scholarship will support continuing education for graduating seniors from any Tipton County high school, with special consideration for students who have experienced foster care or are no longer living with their birth parents.

Dan Mattingly was more than a community leader—he was a founding Board Member of TCF, a U.S. Navy WWII veteran, farmer, businessman, and a lifelong champion of education and service. Alongside his wife, Mary Agnes “Tommie” Mattingly, Dan believed deeply in giving back and lifting others up. This scholarship ensures their compassion and generosity will continue opening doors for students facing real challenges.

💡 Why it matters: Because one scholarship can mean stability, opportunity, and hope for a student who needs it most. And because legacy gifts like this strengthen Tipton County—not just today, but for generations to come.

To learn more about the Daniel J. and Mary Agnes Mattingly Scholarship Fund or how to apply, visit Tiptoncf.org or contact Bethany Davis at 765.675.1941

10/06/2026