Introducing the Mark Brown Fund

Introducing the Mark Brown Fund

His love for the great outdoors was one of the main reasons Detroit native Mark Brown moved to Gaylord in 2014.  Mark loved the slower pace, being in nature and several “up north” hobbies, especially hunting.  Mark always appreciated that...
New Scholarship Funds and a $2,500 Opportunity

New Scholarship Funds and a $2,500 Opportunity

The Otsego Community Foundation (OCF) scholarship application opens up online today, February 2nd. We are excited to announce there are a few big changes, including two new scholarships, as well as a substantial increase in one of the existing awards.  New funds...
Introducing OCF New Board and Committee Members

Introducing OCF New Board and Committee Members

The operations of the Otsego Community Foundation (OCF) are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of community members. We are happy to announce the addition of Justine Hees and Brandie Meisner to the board starting in January. They will be filling the...
Are You 12-19 Years Old? Help YAC Make Grant Decisions

Are You 12-19 Years Old? Help YAC Make Grant Decisions

The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) of the Otsego Community Foundation needs to hear your voice. You can do this by participating in the Youth Needs Survey. The Youth Needs Survey is used to identify the concerns of the youth in the community and region, and this...
Encouraging the Next Generation of Dreamers

Encouraging the Next Generation of Dreamers

Every time a new fund is established at the OCF, there is a unique story with a common theme of connection to people and place.  The latest fund, the Captain John Nicholson Fund is no exception.   John Nicholson was born in Lansing and raised on a farm...
Reflections From Our Executive Director

Reflections From Our Executive Director

Can it be January 2021? For those of you who know me, know I love seasons. Whether winter, spring, summer or fall, each has special characteristics and there is no time better than the present to snuggle in and reflect on the previous year. It is through this process,...