September NPX – The Power of Donor Relationships

September NPX – The Power of Donor Relationships

Join us for “The Power of Donor Relationships” — a dynamic morning dedicated to strengthening your nonprofit’s fundraising strategies!  Date: September 10, 2025  Time: 8:00 AM  Location: Virtual  Featuring Christie Perdue of The...
Preserving Otsego Lake:

Preserving Otsego Lake:

Introducing OCF’s Newest Designated Fund The Otsego County Community Foundation (OCF) is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest designated fund: The Otsego Lake Fund, established by Regan and Sandra Quaal. This fund is dedicated to supporting projects and...
Volunteer Spotlight – Cal McNamara

Volunteer Spotlight – Cal McNamara

This month, we shine our Volunteer Spotlight on Cal McNamara, a dedicated community member and a valued part of OCF’s Finance Committee. Born and raised in Gaylord, Cal spent eight years in the Kalamazoo area after college before returning home a decade...
Community Grant Program Update

Community Grant Program Update

The Community Grant Program has new dates and new guidelines! Through listening to our partners, including funders and nonprofits, we are making some changes to simplify the process for all. Since 2015, The Otsego Community Foundation has administered the Community...
Submit Your Grant Reflections!

Submit Your Grant Reflections!

Your story and work are unique and important. If you have received a grant from OCF, people want to hear about it! We invite you to share updates, milestones, and challenges at any time with our team as we are excited to learn about the progress of the project. We...
Benefits of an SBA Disaster Loan

Benefits of an SBA Disaster Loan

SBA is trying to make sure people across Otsego County are aware of the federal disaster loan program that was activated for recovery for the ice storm. FRIDAY, Aug. 8, is the deadline to apply for a federal disaster loan for physical damages from the ice storm. The...