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This month we feature Wendy Huston in our Volunteer Spotlight. Wendy is a part of the OCF Investment Committee, which ensures the financial sustainability of our foundation. Wendy was born in Harper Woods, MI, yet her parents relocated to Johannesburg when she was...
TASK FORCE AIMS TO MOVE HOUSING FORWARD IN OTSEGO COUNTY Community committee begins addressing housing challenges facing the region FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Gaylord, MI July 22, 2024 The Otsego Housing Task Force, a group of 17 community leaders focused on improving...
The 2024 Paris Olympics displayed some amazing swimmers. It is hard to believe that Katie Ledecky and Torri Huske were beginners at some point! For many swimmers, they develop their love of the sport and their skills on a team like the Gaylord Gators. The...
August is Make-A-Will Month, serving as a crucial reminder for individuals to create or update their wills. Surprisingly, only one-third of U.S. adults currently have a will, often citing time constraints or a perceived lack of necessity. However, regardless of one's...
As part of our mission to Activate Generosity for a Strong Community, the Otsego Community Foundation strives to make giving back a streamlined process. We know you love your community and have causes that matter to you. It is our job to connect you to what matters to...
Each June, we acknowledge the contributions and accomplishments of the OCF YAC graduating seniors. We thank and say goodbye to four YAC members—Avery Huston, Mischa Beyers, Trevor Noah*, and Natalie Mazur. The future looks bright for these outstanding Otsego County...
Attention all Otsego County nonprofits! Join us for a journey of learning, connection, and community with the Leadership Learning Lab. The Leadership Learning Lab is a 10-month program, led by Rotary Charities, that combines adaptive and collaborative leadership,...
Ten years ago, the Otsego Community Foundation (OCF) established the Kevin Reynolds Achievement Award for one of its board members who has demonstrated service above and beyond what is expected. Kevin Reynolds served on the OCF board from 2005 to 2014 and set a high...
This year, the OCF has so much to celebrate, including the 30th anniversary of the OCF Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) and the Youth Fund of the OCF. YAC is a group of community-minded Otsego County high schoolers and their advisors, Dave Beyers and Mariah...
Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in the United States. This May, the OCF joins other organizations and individuals who are committed to raising awareness of and erasing the stigma around mental illness. Supporting mental health, which...
The OCF is excited to introduce our new Corporate Partner Program! Historically, our Corporate Partner Program has been an annual event sponsorship for Extreevaganza that is held each December. We wanted to create an opportunity for community minded businesses to...