Bill Corkill

August is National Make-A-Will Month, an important reminder to create or update one of the most meaningful documents you'll ever prepare. While many people intend to create a will, studies continue to show that a majority of Americans do not have one in place. Some...

Rising above Gaylord’s landscape, the Mount Carmel Centre has long been a symbol of reflection, faith, and quiet strength—its presence a steady reminder of purpose and community. Now, thanks to the extraordinary foresight of a dedicated group of supporters, the Mount...

The Otsego Community Foundation is fortunate to have dedicated volunteers who generously share their time, talents, and experience to help strengthen our community. This month, we're proud to spotlight Randy Stults, a member of OCF's Governance Committee and a...

Building on its great success from last year, The Community Grant Program is maintaining a similar structure, with one exciting addition! Learn more below, mark your calendars, and start preparing now to share your story with local funders.  Since 2015, The Otsego...

The Otsego Community Foundation is proud to introduce the William “Bill” Wishart Fund, established in 2026 by Dona Wishart in memory of Bill and his deep love for the Gaylord community. This fund reflects who Bill was at his core—someone who cared deeply, showed up...

Recovery from the 2025 ice storm continues across Northern Michigan, where communities are still addressing the storm's widespread impact. To support these ongoing efforts, the Otsego Community Foundation partnered with the Michigan Community Service Commission to...

A New Way to Engage with OCF Otsego Community Foundation is excited to introduce a new, casual way to connect with us and one another—Sip. Share. Connect. We’re excited to introduce Sip. Share. Connect., a casual, drop-in coffee series designed to bring people...

There are people in every community whose quiet dedication, steady leadership, and genuine care help shape a better future for everyone. This month, we are proud to spotlight Annette Wells—Vice Chair of our Board of Directors and Executive Committee member—whose...

On Dana Bensinger’s first day as Executive Director of the Otsego Community Foundation, she was handed three things:A binder.A ring of keys.And a stack of mail. Her office sat in the basement of the Fifth Third building—quite literally the foundation of the community....

At the Otsego Community Foundation, we see every day how small ideas can make a big difference. Adapt Grants are designed to support those moments—when an organization needs to respond quickly, try something new, or strengthen the work they’re already doing. Adapt...

Each year, the Otsego Community Foundation proudly recognizes the graduating seniors who have dedicated their time, talents, and leadership to the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). These students have played a vital role in strengthening our community, and we are deeply...

Tuesday, May 19th brought a beautiful, if breezy, spring day to downtown Gaylord—perfect for propping the doors open at North Life Church and letting in some fresh air as guests arrived. The light movement of the wind outside set the tone for an evening that felt...