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...
Charlevoix County Community Foundation, Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation and Otsego Community Foundation will join in a nationwide celebration, November 12-18, 2024, to recognize the increasingly important role that community foundations play in...
October: National Estate Planning Awareness Month October is National Estate Planning Awareness Month—a time to consider the importance of planning for the future. Legacy giving is a vital part of estate planning, ensuring that your assets are distributed...
Since 2018, the OCF has hosted the Nonprofit Exchange (NPX) on the second Wednesday of every month. This unique program brings local nonprofit partners together to share information, learn from each other, and network. This is a fantastic way for our nonprofit...
GAYLORD, MICH. – When an EF3 Tornado struck Gaylord, May 20, 2022 support from all over the country helped Otsego County recover. The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) awarded the Otsego Community Foundation (OCF) a $100,000 grant to assist and coach Gaylord...
Earlier this year, the Otsego Community Foundation earned the prestigious Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, the world’s largest source of nonprofit information. Candid advances nonprofit financial transparency by sharing essential information that aids...
