Owen County Community Foundation launches 31st anniversary $1 for $1 match campaign
In celebration of its 31st anniversary, the Owen County Community Foundation (OCCF) is thrilled to announce the return of the $1 for $1 Anniversary Match Campaign, building on the incredible success of last year’s 30th anniversary event.
In 2024, nearly $200,000 was raised to support local nonprofits serving Owen County. This year, OCCF invites donors and nonprofits to make an even greater impact.
Running from Feb. 1 through Feb. 28, this match campaign offers a $1 for $1 match for donations made to Agency and Designated funds established at OCCF. These funds specifically support the work of nonprofits serving Owen County, providing them with both immediate resources and long-term sustainability.
“Spencer Main Street, Inc., took a big step forward in 2024 by establishing an agency fund with ‘our’ Owen County Community Foundation,” Julie Coffin, President of Spencer Main Street, Inc. said. “I think we don’t even realize yet how this strengthens our organization in terms of keeping us sustainable and giving us longevity. And those are vital qualities to have because we intend to keep working to make sure that Historic Downtown Spencer continues to be the heart and center of our community for another 205 years. The first word of our mission statement is ‘collaboration,’ and we are so grateful for OCCF’s support and collaboration as we all go forward!”
How the Match Works
For every dollar donated to an eligible fund, OCCF will provide a matching gift, which is designed to strengthen nonprofits in two ways:
- 60 percent of OCCF’s match will go into the fund’s permanent endowment, ensuring sustainable, ongoing support for the organization.
- 40 percent of the match will be immediately available to address pressing needs or launch new initiatives.
This model allows nonprofits to meet immediate needs while building a stable financial foundation for the future.Participating Funds
Only Agency and Designated funds are eligible for the match. These funds support a wide range of causes, including youth development, historic preservation, animal welfare, community health, and more. A full list of participating funds is available on the OCCF website or by contacting the OCCF office directly. As of Feb. 5, the following funds were included in the matching campaign:
- Area 10 Agency on Aging
- Bennie J & Joan R. Woodruff Methodist Church Fund
- Bonness Family Fund
- Boys & Girls Club of Owen County Fund
- Braysville Homemakers Fund
- Carolina Cemetery Fund
- Cataract Volunteer Fire Department Fund
- Economic Development Fund - Owen County Chamber of Commerce & EDC
- Flona Everly Query Memorial Fund - Vandalia Preservation Association
- Freedom Community Center Fund
- Garrard Chapel Church & Food Pantry Fund
- Gosport History Museum Fund
- Irene & Arthur Kelley Beech Cemetery Fund
- Irene & Arthur Kelley Patricksburg Lutheran Cemetery Fund
- Jim Vance Owen County YMCA Fund
- Jark R. & Marilyn K. DeFord Library Fund
- JMF Drescher Fund
- J. Welch Wampler Fund - Ferry Bridge Maintenance
- La Campagne Ministries Fund
- Lloyd H. & Rosalie E. Lucas 4-H & FFA Fund
- Mark of Discipleship Fund
- McCormick’s Creek State Park Fund
- MyPath Fund
- New Beginnings Pregnancy Resource Center Fund
- OCCF HR Fund
- O’Connor Family Fund - Summerfield Health Center
- Olive Hill Cemetery Fund
- Owen County 4-H Council Fund
- Owen County 4-H Livestock Fund
- Owen County CASA Office Fund
- Owen County Garden Club Fund
- Owen County Humane Society Fund
- Owen County Ministerial Fund
- Owen County Preservation Fund
- Owen County S.O.U.N.D.S. Fund
- Owen Valley Alumni Association Fund
- Owen Valley Band Boosters Fund
- Owen Valley Jr ROTC Fund
- Palmer’s Pawsitively Powerful Animals of Owen County Fund
- Riverside Cemetery Fund
- Senior Friends of Owen County Fund
- Spencer Main Street Fund
- Spencer Pride Fund
- St. Jude Catholic Church Fund
- The Owen News Endowment Fund
- Tivoli Theatre Endowment Fund
- Visionary Fund
- White Cemetery Fund
- William Donald & Maxine Wells - Fiscus Cemetery Fund
- Winters & Shouse Cemeteries Fund
- YMCA Legacy Fund
How to Donate
Organizations can accept donations in the following ways:
- Online Donations: Donors can contribute directly to their favorite fund online during the match period at bit.ly/donate2occf.
- Mailed Donations: Donations sent via mail must be postmarked between now and Feb. 28 to qualify for the match. Donors should list the fund name in the check memo.
Join Us in Building a Brighter Future“The success of last year’s 30th Anniversary Match Campaign was a testament to the generosity and commitment of our community,” Karah Bobeck, OCCF’s Programs and Communications Director said. “We’re excited to offer this opportunity again and look forward to seeing the incredible impact it will have for Owen County nonprofits.”Nonprofits interested in participating in this campaign and establishing a fund at the OCCF, should contact the OCCF’s office at 812-829-1725.
