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FUNDS HOUSED AT THE UNION COUNTY FOUNDATION

Aaron Humble Memorial Scholarship Fund

The fund memorializes the life of MHS student Aaron Humble. The fund supports scholarships in Aaron's memory.

American Legion Post #79 Legacy Fund

Dollars donated provide funds to support the Marysville Post; both its physical facility and its programs and activities.

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.

Charles Andrew Baesmann II Memorial Fund

The fund memorializes the life of MHS student Charles Andrew (Charlie, Chaz, Scooter) Baesmann II. The fund supports the Marysville High School FFA program, and Union County 4-H Clubs.


Tim Berg Memorial Fund

In memory of North Union graduate Tim Berg, this fund will support various athletic programs at North Union High School ranging from an Athletic Scholarship to donations to individual North Union athletic programs.


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.


Care Train of Union County

This agency fund supports the work of the Care Train of Union County. Learn more at their website at Care Train of Union County .


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.


The Connolly Family Fund

The Phillip & Sarah Connolly Family established this donor advised fund to support various charitable causes in and around Central Ohio.

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.

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.

Encore! Fund

The Encore! Fund supports a local summer theater group for High School students.


Fairbanks Education Fund

Funded by a gift from the estate of former Fairbanks Elementary Guidance Counselor Darla Hall-Barrett, the Fairbanks Education Fund will support school projects within the Fairbanks School District.

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.

Jack C. Foust Memorial Fund

The fund memorializes the life of agriculturalist, advocate, and public servant Jack C. Foust. The fund supports 4-H , chapters of the Future Farmers of America (FFA), and other agriculture related charitable projects.

Robert M. Fox Scholarship Fund

Robert M. Fox devoted all of his life to the world of agriculture in the community that he loved. This fund will provide scholarships for North Union students showing good academic skills in Vocational Agriculture, and also a commitment to involvement and service to their school and community. Applications can be found on the Union County Foundation’s web site, www.unioncountyfoundation.org


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.

Walter & Doris Herd Scholarship Fund

The fund memorializes the lives of Walter & Doris Herd. The fund supports scholarships for graduating MHS agricultural students. Uniquely, this scholarship is not based on academic standing but more on agriculture affiliation and service.

Hildreth Endowment Fund

This Fund was started by Miriam Hildreth to support the Pharisburg United Methodist Church in its growth and ministries.

Corey Hoehn Memorial
Scholarship

This scholarship is available to senior members of the Marysville High School baseball team who are scheduled for enrollment in a post-secondary accredited college or university. Must have a 3.0 GPA or above.

Impact 60 Fund
Scholarship

Donations to this fund will help support various initiatives in the county. One of the current focuses is to address the drug problems affecting the youth of Union County.

J. Carl & Jeanie Thiergartner Fund

The Thiergartners established this donor advised fund to support various charitable causes including their local church.

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.


Laverne & Juanita Yoder Charitable Fund

The fund memorializes the Yoder family of West Liberty. This Fund annually supports scholarships to members of the West Liberty United Methodist Church. It also supports non-profit, Union & Marion County organizations providing hospice care, hospital services, extended or skilled medical care.

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 Lee Family Fund

The fund was established by Mr. & Mrs. Lutrelle Lee and family to support charitable causes and organizations in Union County.

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.

Dr. Malcolm & Barbara MacIvor, Scholarship Fund

Established by the MacIvor 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 Family Center Scholarship Fund

This fund underwrites scholarships awarded annually by the Moose Family Center to qualifying students with legacy ties to the local Moose organization.

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.


MHS Alumni Scholarship Foundation Fund

The fund annually supports scholarships to graduating Marysville High School seniors. Applications are due mid April of each school year and can be found on the Union County Foundation's web site, www.unioncountyfoundation.org


MHS Athletic Hall of Fame Foundation Fund

This fund supports the activities of the MHS Hall of Fame including the annual induction ceremony/ banquet for new inductees and the student athlete mentoring program.


Ted & Kathryn Miller Memorial Fund

This Fund is meant as a lasting legacy dedicated to the memory of Ted & Kathryn Miller. Distributions will benefit the Richwood Church of Christ, which may include, but is not limited to, college scholarships for its members.


The Mintier Veteran's Scholarship Fund

The fund memorializes the life of Vietnam veteran Robert Mintier. Scholarship candidates must be graduating seniors from MHS and must be sons or daughters of U.S. Veterans. Applications are due mid April of each school year and can be found on the Union County Foundation's web site, www.unioncountyfoundation.org


Mosaic Fund

This fund was anonymously formed by a Marysville family. It supports a wide range of charitable causes and organizations.

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.


Next Generations Initiative Office Operations Endowment Fund

This fund was created as part of a two phase campaign to endow both the operations of the Union County Foundation (Phase 1), as well as the Unrestricted Grant Fund (Phase 2). Contact the Union County Foundation for more information, info@unioncountyfoundation.org, (937) 642-9618.


Jake Nickle Gridiron Fund

Dedicated to the memory of Jake Nickle, a Marysville High School graduate known as a quiet leader both on and off the gridiron, this fund will support the football programs at MHS and Capital University including but not limited to scholarships.


The Perry Family Fund

This donor advised fund was established by Union County resident George Perry to support various charitable causes.

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.


Susan Finch Simpson Memorial Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is a tribute to the life of Susan Finch Simpson, a proud 1997 graduate of Marysville High School. An annual scholarship will be awarded based on academic achievement and potential, character, community service and financial need. Applications can be found on the Union County Foundation’s web site, www.unioncountyfoundation.org


Stolte Excellence In Leadership Scholarship Fund

This fund was initiated by long time Union County Engineer Steve Stolte and his wife Mardy. The fund supports scholarships to graduating Union County students who have displayed outstanding leadership skills. Applications are due mid April of each school year and can be found on the Union County Foundation’s web site, www.unioncountyfoundation.org.

The Tonya Stevens Memorial Scholarship Fund

The fund memorializes a loving wife, mother, and daughter who had a special place in her heart for students of the Marysville school system. The fund supports scholarships for graduating MHS students who were impacted by Mrs. Stevens's tenure with the school system.

UCF Endowment Fund

Your donations enable the Union County Foundation to fund operations and unrestricted grants to local charitable programs.

Union County Humane Society Fund

The fund supports the Union County Humane Society and its many projects and programs. For Humane Society information contact: Phone: (937) 642-6716 Fax: (937) 644-8247 Location: 16540 County Home Rd, Marysville OH 43040 Email: Adoptions@uchspets.org

Union County Japan Relief Fund

Through the efforts of various local people and groups this fund was established to be a unified show of monetary support for the people of Japan and for friends and associates of Honda America in light of the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami disaster.


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 at 215 W. 5th Street in Marysville and to establish a computer data base honoring and identifying all Union County Veterans.


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

The Roy A. Wallace B.I.F. Memorial Fund

The fund memorializes Beef Improvement Federation 40 year member Roy Wallace. Mr. Wallace was committed to the advancement of the beef cattle industry. The fund supports beef breeding genetics and scholarships for students to apply to a field of study related to the beef cattle industry.


Weis Family Eagle Scout & Youth Leadership Fund

The fund memorializes long time Union County resident and Boy Scout activist Rick Weis. Distributions are designated for funding eagle service projects and scout leadership training.


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