Serving Union County since 1953 A 501(C)(3) Charitable Organization 126 N. Main Street, P.O. Box 608, Marysville, Ohio 43040 Phone: 937.642.9618 Fax: 937.642.7376 Funds Housed at the Foundation A fund memorializing beloved art teacher, Liz Kern, who lived and worked in Union County. Donations to this fund support scholarships for creative artistic endeavors. Sara Mae Burnside Scholarship Fund Funded by a bequest of Mrs. Burnside and Kathleen lmbody, these annual scholarships are awarded to North Union graduates for the purpose of furthering their education at the college level. Stacey Beth Colbert Memorial Fund Initiated by Stacey's family, this fund was developed in order to facilitate closure of missing person investigations. Community & Seasoned Citizens Fund This fund was established in 2003 to benefit the “seasoned citizens” of Union County and their quest for a future community and seniors activity center. Pat Conlon Scholarship Fund This scholarship fund was initiated by the family of Pat Conlon to honor her commitment to education. The fund supports scholarships to graduating Marysville High School students. Andrew Daum Memorial Soccer Scholarship This scholarship is in memory of Marysville High School soccer athlete Andrew Daum, and is awarded to a graduating MHS senior soccer athlete pursuing a college or technical degree. Sarah Kathryn Demchak Memorial Scholarship Fund This scholarship is in memory of long-time Marysville High School English teacher Kathy Demchak, and is awarded to an outstanding MHS graduating senior pursuing a four year college degree. Eagle's Benevolence Charity Fund This fund was established in late 2003 and has been a major supporter of High School Athletics in Union County, as well as providing significant financial resources for Marysville's Fire and Police departments and the Union County Sheriff's department. Elk's Benevolent Fund Initiated in 2003, the Elks have supported many local groups including the Community & Seasoned Citizens group, the Military Family Support Group, the American Legion Post 79, Marysville Athletic Association, Law Enforcement Memorial as well as many others. FosterFriends was initiated by the Scott Underwood Family to support social-developmental needs of foster children in Union County. This fund focuses on programs that cannot be funded through the Department of Human Services: civic clubs, school and church projects, extra-curricular activities, sports programs and hobbies. Monies are also used to supplement the basic needs for foster care. Charles W. Green Scholarship Fund The Green family unselfishly established a scholarship Fund that provides financial assistance to a Marysville High School senior active in what was dear to Charles: technical fields, vocational studies, and agriculture. Hildreth Endowment Fund This Fund was started by Miriam Hildreth to support the Pharisburg United Methodist Church in its growth and ministries. Keckley Park Development Fund Established in 1970, the park is located on the west side of Bear Swamp Road and honors the parents of Ina B. Keckley. Donations to this fund will enhance the present park which includes a playground, picnic shelter, wetlands, hiking trails, fishing lake, ball fields, amphitheater and a 15-acre prairie restoration project. Kiwanis Scholarship Funds Established as two separate funds, each fund provides a scholarship to a promising area student. The Dr. C. B. Mills Memorial-Kiwanis College Scholarship Fund will benefit a Marysville High School student each year, while a Fairbanks student will be awarded a scholarship from the Sargent V. Chamberlain-Kiwanis College Scholarship Fund. Dan B. Kyle Scholarship Fund Established in 1994, this fund enables scholarships to be awarded each year to qualified seniors at North Union High School who are going into the field of Finance or Education. Dan’s family keeps his memory alive through the lives of these students. The Lewis Family Fund The Lewis Family established a fund in order to benefit many causes dear to them and to their community, especially the YMCA. Malcolm MacIvor, M.D. Memorial Fund Established by the Maclvor Family in memory of longtime local physician, Malcolm MacIvor M.D., this fund benefits those pursuing an education toward a medical related vocation. Marysville Housing Inc. Fund This fund benefits the Senior Citizens of Union County and the YMCA. Marysville Moose Lodge Charity Fund This fund originated in 2003 and has provided generous support for a wide variety of causes in Union County. Some of the many groups to receive funding are Softball/Baseball teams, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, A Special Wish Foundation, Care Train of Union County, and the YMCA. Jason K. Mathewson Memorial Scholarship Initiated by the Marysville F.F.A. Alumni, Jason's family, and friends, this scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating MHS student who displays leadership, responsibility, and a commitment to the Marysville F.F.A. The McElheny Family Foundation Fund Established by former Richwood resident and M.I.T. graduate John D. McElheny, this fund supports annual academic awards in the form of quality books to North Union college prep students in grades 8-12. Memorial Hospital Fund Supporting the Hospital as a long term endowment, this fund supports Memorial Hospital and its services. Mosaic Fund This fund was anonymously formed by a Marysville family. It supports a wide range of charitable causes and organizations. Mudgett Family Fund The Mudgett Family has established a fund that is enabling numerous causes in Union County to reach their goals. The Victory Center, YMCA and the Union County Foundation are a few causes that have benefited from this family's generosity. North Union District Veterans Memorial Fund This fund was established through the Village of Richwood to erect a veteran’s memorial in Richwood Park. The memorial will honor those veterans who lived or are buried within the current North Union School District. This Fund was established to support educational and scientific activities that promote beef marketing practices and production. The Fund also supports general education about diet and health, food safety, animal welfare, and environmental issues related to the beef industry. This Fund was initiated by the Underwoods to support and advance cultural and educational development in individuals who display particular promise. Financial support can occur through scholarships and appropriate and applicable expense reimbursements. UCF Endowment Fund Your donations enable the Union County Foundation to fund operations and unrestricted grants to local charitable programs. The Foundation has partnered with the United Way to establish another way for people to support the operations of the United Way. The United Way is now able to accept appreciated securities, property and other assets along with traditional monetary donations. U.R.E. Scholarship Fund Underwrites annual scholarships awarded by U.R.E. to U.R.E. Cooperative members' outstanding graduating high school students. Veterans Memorial Fund Dollars donated provide funds to renovate historical Union County Veterans Memorial Auditorium. Continued improvements are facilitated by your giving. Veteran’s Remembrance Fund This fund was established in order to develop a permanent veterans monument to be located on the grounds of the county courthouse and to establish a computer data base honoring and identifying all Union County Veterans. The current fund raising campaign will run from the spring of 2005 through Memorial Day 2006. Georgeann Vollrath Memorial Fund The fund memorializes a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who had a special place in her heart for children and parochial education. The fund supports scholarships to Trinity Lutheran School for children of financially challenged families YMCA Continued donations to this fund benefit the YMCA expansion project, programming, and general support. With the expanded facilities, including a new pool, additional opportunities and programs will be available for the citizens of Union County. The YMCA builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities.