OCF Achieves Platinum Seal of Transparency

OCF Achieves Platinum Seal of Transparency

Sep 3, 2024 | All News

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...
Former OCF Board Members Gather

Former OCF Board Members Gather

Sep 3, 2024 | All News, Events

As part of our 30th Anniversary celebration, former OCF board members convened on August 21st at Jay’s Headwaters Room. Former board members whose service ranged from 1994 to 2020 shared their memories of the past and hopes for the future of the OCF and Otsego...
Back to School with the OCF

Back to School with the OCF

Aug 28, 2024 | All News, Grant

How OCF Nonprofit Partners Are Shaping Youth Education and Development  At the Otsego Community Foundation, our mission to activate generosity for a strong community is deeply intertwined with our commitment to the next generation. By focusing on fostering a...
Fund Spotlight – Gaylord Edward Jones Fund

Fund Spotlight – Gaylord Edward Jones Fund

Aug 28, 2024 | All News, Donor

Edward Jones has long been a valued partner of the Otsego Community Foundation (OCF). Over the years, their associates have contributed by serving on OCF committees, the board of directors, and as event ambassadors. In the fall of 2023, local Edward Jones branch...
Volunteer Spotlight–Wendy Huston

Volunteer Spotlight–Wendy Huston

Aug 5, 2024 | All News, Volunteer Spotlights

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

Task Force Aims to Move Housing Forward

Aug 5, 2024 | All News

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...
Grantee Spotlight–Gaylord Gators

Grantee Spotlight–Gaylord Gators

Aug 5, 2024 | All News, Grant

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: Make-a-Will Month

August: Make-a-Will Month

Aug 5, 2024 | All News, Donor

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...
Through the Archives

Through the Archives

Aug 5, 2024 | Through the Archives

We are inspired by stories like this one. Family and friends established the Herman Lunden Memorial Fund, in memory of a man who dedicated his life to preserving the natural resources of Northern Michigan. Creating a memorial fund with the OCF ensures that his...