Call for OCF Volunteers

Call for OCF Volunteers

Oct 29, 2024 | All News

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

Maximize Your Impact with a Charitable IRA Rollover

Oct 28, 2024 | All News

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...
Volunteer Spotlight–Heather Appold

Volunteer Spotlight–Heather Appold

Oct 28, 2024 | All News

This month, we shine our OCF Volunteer Spotlight on Heather Appold, one of our amazing 100+ Women Who Care Ambassadors. Along with the other Ambassadors, Heather helps bring this community-driven philanthropic event to Otsego County every year. Originally from...
Thirty Years of the OCF–Made with Community

Thirty Years of the OCF–Made with Community

Oct 26, 2024 | All News

In Michigan during the early 1990s, Community Foundations saw a surge in popularity. This was a reflection of the shift from big philanthropy to local philanthropy, and the idea was to create endowed funds that enhanced a particular region. This type of organization...
YAC Where Are They Now? Emily Szczerowski

YAC Where Are They Now? Emily Szczerowski

Oct 3, 2024 | Volunteer Spotlights

School and the OCF Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) are back in session this month! We wanted to catch up with a former YAC member to see what she is doing and how being a part of this impactful organization shaped her life. Thank you, Emily, for sharing with...