Heritage Fund : The Community Foundation of Bartholomew County

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          February, 2012: Women's Giving Circle 2012 Grant Cycle now Underway

The Women's Giving Circle of Bartholomew County will award $21,000 in 2012 for programs that make a significant impact on women and their families. Grant requests must address at least one of the four areas of focus: Self Sufficiency for Women, Early Childhood Education, Parental Support or Women in Crisis. All not-for-profit organizations whose programs benefit the residents of Bartholomew County are eligible to apply. Grant requests are due back in the Heritage Fund office by 4:00 p.m., Friday, February 17. Click here for WGC 2012 grant guidelines and application.

 

          January, 2012: Welcome to new Heritage Fund Board Members

We are excited to welcome seven new members to the 2012 Heritage Fund Board of Directors. Our new members are: The Honorable Mayor Kristen Brown, Ana Maria Dorador, Tom Harmon, Nobu Nakajima, Bartholomew County Commissioner Carl Lienhoop, Pat J. Ward and Ro Whittington.

January, 2012: Heritage Fund Scholarship Season  
 

Heritage Fund Scholarship season is in full swing, with the 2012 Combined Scholarship Application due Thursday, February 16 at the Heritage Fund office at 538 Franklin Street by noon. A January 16, 2012 article in The Republic discusses the importance of scholarships to area students and highlights the success of Julie Schneider, a 2007 Lilly Scholar from Columbus East School. Click here to read the article.

  

           January, 2012: IRA Rollover still available for 2011 Tax Year 

A special opportunity to give to Heritage Fund through your IRA is still available through January, 2012 - for tax year 2011. An IRA Rollover is a convenient way to make a tax-free gift and benefit both you and your community!

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