April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and at the OCF, one month a year is not enough time to convey the appreciation we have for our volunteers. We could not fulfill our mission to activate generosity for a strong community without the dedicated group of volunteers...
Bill Corkill
2025 100+ Women Who Care
This year marks the Otsego Community Foundation’s 10th 100+ Women Who Care event. OCF Executive Director Dana Bensinger wanted to bring a giving circle fundraiser to Otsego County when she took the helm of the OCF in 2011, and her vision became a reality in...
A Heartfelt Thanks to Bill Forreider
December 2024 marked the end of Bill Forreider’s tenure of service at the OCF. Bill has served on the OCF Board of Directors for 9 years and is term limited. We want to take this opportunity to express our deep gratitude for Bill’s remarkable service and commitment to...
Welcome New OCF Board and Committee Members
We are excited to announce the new 2025 Otsego Community Foundation board and committee members. These individuals bring unique perspectives and experiences to their positions and demonstrate their commitment to strengthening Otsego County through their service. ...
OCAN Receives MCAN Flagship Award
In November, Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) honored college access and success champions from across the state at its 13th annual conference. The 2024 College Access Impact Awards recognized fourteen people and organizations that are positively impacting...
December Volunteer Spotlight–Joe Lawless
Extreevaganza season is upon us, so it is fitting that our December Volunteer Spotlight shines on the incomparable Joe Lawless. This year, Joe is Extreevaganza co-chair with Janet Nowicki. He has been a part of Extreevaganza for four years. The OCF’s annual holiday...
Corporate Partner Spotlight–Gaylord Area Convention & Tourism Bureau
In 2024, the Otsego Community Foundation (OCF) revitalized our approach to partnering with local businesses. We redesigned the Corporate Partner Program to make an even greater impact in Otsego County. Originally launched as an event sponsorship for Extreevaganza, the...
Through the Archives–Extreevaganza
In December 2000, the Otsego County Community Foundation held the first Extreevaganza event, raising $18,000 for basic operational costs. The event, which was attended by 130 guests, Extreevaganza event, raising $18,000 that went toward basic operational costs. The...
OCF Seeks Operations Manager
The Otsego Community Foundation (OCF) is seeking a qualified individual to join our team as Operations Manager. The OCF provides a positive, efficient, and effective working environment for people wishing to share their talents to help advance the organization’s...
Become an OCF Corporate Partner in 2025
Earlier this year, the OCF introduced our new Corporate Partner Program. So far 22 local businesses have partnered with the OCF to help us fulfill our mission to activate generosity for a strong community. As an OCF Corporate Partner, you will have the opportunity to...
Call for OCF Volunteers
Are you passionate about making a difference in Otsego County? If the answer is YES, we need YOU! The Otsego Community Foundation (OCF) is looking for dedicated volunteers to join us in strengthening and uplifting our community! Whether you have a few hours a...
Maximize Your Impact with a Charitable IRA Rollover
The IRA charitable rollover, also known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), allows IRA holders aged 70 ½ or older to donate money from their Traditional or Roth IRA (including inherited IRAs) tax-free to a qualified charity. Requirements for an...