Posey County

Community Foundation


The Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community. We help people make meaningful gifts that improve life in Posey County, Indiana today and for generations to come.


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Greater Good Together

The Posey County Community Foundation is an affiliate of the Community Foundation Alliance, a network of nine community foundations serving counties in southwestern Indiana. The Alliance provides management and administrative expertise to county-wide community foundations, empowering each to promote philanthropy, build endowment and improve wellbeing in our local communities. Learn more!

Make a Difference Where it Matters

The Community Foundation exists to help caring people like you give back to the causes and community you care about most. We make giving easy and effective. You can give cash, stocks, property, bequests and other assets. You may establish a charitable fund in your name or in the name of a loved one. You can focus your gift on the causes that move you: enrich education, safeguard health, improve neighborhoods, cultivate arts, protect environment, strengthen families.

Invest in the Future of the Community You Love

You can make a gift that lasts forever and establishes your legacy of giving. The Community Foundation offers the power of endowment, where a portion of your fund is invested so that it can grow over time. Earnings from this investment are used to make grants that benefit this community forever. Your gift creates a lasting stream of funding available for community good.

Create Greater Good Together

Powered by generous donors, local leaders, and steadfast partners, the Community Foundation builds on the collective strength of this county to make life better here. We multiply the impact of each individual gift by investing them together for maximum return and impact. We invite everyone to join us in building a strong community.

Make a Difference Where it Matters

The Community Foundation exists to help caring people like you give back to the causes and community you care about most. We make giving easy and effective. You can give cash, stocks, property, bequests and other assets. You may establish a charitable fund in your name or in the name of a loved one. You can focus your gift on the causes that move you: enrich education, safeguard health, improve neighborhoods, cultivate arts, protect environment, strengthen families.

Invest in the Future of the Community You Love

You can make a gift that lasts forever and establishes your legacy of giving. The Community Foundation offers the power of endowment, where a portion of your fund is invested so that it can grow over time. Earnings from this investment are used to make grants that benefit this community forever. Your gift creates a lasting stream of funding available for community good.

Create Greater Good Together

Powered by generous donors, local leaders, and steadfast partners, the Community Foundation builds on the collective strength of this county to make life better here. We multiply the impact of each individual gift by investing them together for maximum return and impact. We invite everyone to join us in building a strong community.

By the Numbers

Financially audited and compiled data from our most recent fiscal year.

For a full report, review our FY21 At A Glance.

Grants

$304K

Total grants awarded to nonprofits through our annual grant cycles and distribution

Scholarships

$271K

Total scholarships awarded to students through our annual scholarship programs

Gifts

$976K

Total gifts received from caring donors to support the causes and community they care about most

Assets

$11.8M

Total assets providing a sustainable charitable resource for our community

By the Numbers

Financially audited and compiled data from our most recent fiscal year.

For a full report, review our FY22 At A Glance.

Grants

$304K

Total grants awarded to nonprofits through our annual grant cycles and distribution

Scholarships

$271K

Total scholarships awarded to students through our annual scholarship programs

Gifts

$976K

Total gifts received from caring donors to support the causes and community they care about most

Assets

$11.8M

Total assets providing a sustainable charitable resource for our community

10 Jan, 2024
The Women’s Fund of Posey County, a fund with the Posey County Community Foundation, is now accepting applications for projects or programs supporting Posey County. Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to apply by completing a grant application no later than March 1, 2024. Applications will be considered from nonprofit organizations that are deemed tax-exempt under 501(c)(3) and 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Applications submitted by an entity under the auspices of another agency must include a written statement signed by the agency’s board president on behalf of the board of directors agreeing to act as the entity’s fiscal sponsor, to receive grant monies if awarded, and to oversee the proposed project. The project or program must provide support in one of the following areas: · Community Development · Education · Environment · Health · Human Services · Youth Development The grant application process is being conducted online at https://www.poseycountycf.org/womens-fund-grants-program . The Women’s Fund Steering Committee will review funding requests and contact grant applicants for an interview. Once interviews have concluded, the steering committee will make its recommendations on funding to the Posey County Community Foundation. No lobbying or soliciting of the steering committee or board members will be permitted.
18 Dec, 2023
The Posey County Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Posey County – Lily Hagan of Mt. Vernon Senior High School. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are known for their community involvement, academic achievement, character, and leadership. “The nominating committee felt that Lily was the perfect choice as the recipient, not only is she a well-rounded student but also strives to be a role model to others, while her involvement in the community and volunteerism is outstanding”, said Amy Smith, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact for the Posey County Community Foundation. Lily is the daughter of Brian and Chelsea Hagan, of Evansville, Indiana, and plans to attend Indiana University or the University of Notre Dame to study Business Finance. In addition to excelling academically, she has been involved in a variety of school activities including the Student Council, National Honor Society, Business Professionals of America, Key Club, and FFA. Lily has received multiple honors and awards in music including being named Outstanding Musician and the Leonard Bernstein Musicianship Award. She performs with the MVHS Concert Band, Marching Band, and the Wolfgang Community Orchestra. Lily volunteers her time with Vanderburgh Humane Society, the Adopt-A-Highway program, and is the founder of Volunteer Bridge of Posey County, and Mentors for Music. She has held many leadership positions both in and out of school and has a strong work ethic. Each Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship provides for full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of up to $900 per year for required books and required equipment for four years. The scholarship is for full-time undergraduate students leading to a baccalaureate degree at any eligible Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars may also participate in the Lilly Scholars Network (LSN), which connects both current scholars and alumni with resources and opportunities to be active leaders on their campuses and in their communities. Both the scholarship program and LSN are supported by grants from Lilly Endowment to Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) and Indiana Humanities. In determining Posey County’s Lilly Endowment Community Scholar nominee, consideration was given to academic achievement in completed course work, the difficulty of the high school curriculum, completion of college prep curriculum prior to graduation, community service, and volunteer activities by the LECSP Nominating Committee. After the field of applicants was narrowed down, nominees were submitted to ICI, the statewide administrator of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program, which approves the final selection of scholarship recipients. “This year we had 10 extremely talented students apply for the scholarship. Each student not only excelled academically but also participated in a wide range of extracurricular and community activities,” said Smith. She added, “The quality of the applications made the selection process difficult for the very dedicated committee, which thoroughly reviewed each application and scored fairly based on the set forth guidelines.” Scholarship award alternates were also announced. The first alternate, Rylee Schmuck will receive a scholarship from the Friends of Posey County Fund. Jackson Graff was named the second alternate. Lilly Endowment created the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program for the 1998-99 school year and has supported the program every year since with grants totaling in excess of $505 million. More than 5,200 Indiana students have received the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship since the program’s inception. The primary purposes of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program are: 1) to help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana; 2) to increase awareness of the beneficial roles Indiana community foundations can play in their communities; and 3) to encourage and support the efforts of current and past Lilly Endowment Community Scholars to engage with each other and with Indiana business, governmental, educational, nonprofit and civic leaders to improve the quality of life in Indiana generally and in local communities throughout the state.
13 Dec, 2023
This year, donors to the Posey County Community Foundation are once again making scholarship awards available through the Community Scholarship Program. Applications must be received by midnight on Friday, February 2, 2024. “Many Foundation donors have honored their loved ones, high schools, or professions by endowing scholarship opportunities through the Foundation,” says Amy Smith, the Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact. “We administer scholarships established by individuals, families, and organizations to assist local students in pursuit of advanced education. Together, these scholarships make up our Community Scholarship Program.” Students may apply for one or more scholarships, as long as they meet the particular eligibility requirements. Details about each scholarship and the application are posted on the website at poseycountycf.org/scholarships . Eligibility requirements and selection criteria are determined by donors and are posted on the website. Each scholarship is unique and supports students with a variety of backgrounds, educational goals, and economic statuses. Awards are made without regard to race, creed, color, sex, religion, or national origin and are based on a competitive process that may consider academic achievement, extracurricular activities, personal aspirations, educational goals, and financial need. The deadline to apply is midnight on Friday, February 2, 2024.

Recent News

10 Jan, 2024
The Women’s Fund of Posey County, a fund with the Posey County Community Foundation, is now accepting applications for projects or programs supporting Posey County. Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to apply by completing a grant application no later than March 1, 2024. Applications will be considered from nonprofit organizations that are deemed tax-exempt under 501(c)(3) and 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Applications submitted by an entity under the auspices of another agency must include a written statement signed by the agency’s board president on behalf of the board of directors agreeing to act as the entity’s fiscal sponsor, to receive grant monies if awarded, and to oversee the proposed project. The project or program must provide support in one of the following areas: · Community Development · Education · Environment · Health · Human Services · Youth Development The grant application process is being conducted online at https://www.poseycountycf.org/womens-fund-grants-program . The Women’s Fund Steering Committee will review funding requests and contact grant applicants for an interview. Once interviews have concluded, the steering committee will make its recommendations on funding to the Posey County Community Foundation. No lobbying or soliciting of the steering committee or board members will be permitted.
18 Dec, 2023
The Posey County Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Posey County – Lily Hagan of Mt. Vernon Senior High School. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are known for their community involvement, academic achievement, character, and leadership. “The nominating committee felt that Lily was the perfect choice as the recipient, not only is she a well-rounded student but also strives to be a role model to others, while her involvement in the community and volunteerism is outstanding”, said Amy Smith, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact for the Posey County Community Foundation. Lily is the daughter of Brian and Chelsea Hagan, of Evansville, Indiana, and plans to attend Indiana University or the University of Notre Dame to study Business Finance. In addition to excelling academically, she has been involved in a variety of school activities including the Student Council, National Honor Society, Business Professionals of America, Key Club, and FFA. Lily has received multiple honors and awards in music including being named Outstanding Musician and the Leonard Bernstein Musicianship Award. She performs with the MVHS Concert Band, Marching Band, and the Wolfgang Community Orchestra. Lily volunteers her time with Vanderburgh Humane Society, the Adopt-A-Highway program, and is the founder of Volunteer Bridge of Posey County, and Mentors for Music. She has held many leadership positions both in and out of school and has a strong work ethic. Each Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship provides for full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of up to $900 per year for required books and required equipment for four years. The scholarship is for full-time undergraduate students leading to a baccalaureate degree at any eligible Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars may also participate in the Lilly Scholars Network (LSN), which connects both current scholars and alumni with resources and opportunities to be active leaders on their campuses and in their communities. Both the scholarship program and LSN are supported by grants from Lilly Endowment to Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) and Indiana Humanities. In determining Posey County’s Lilly Endowment Community Scholar nominee, consideration was given to academic achievement in completed course work, the difficulty of the high school curriculum, completion of college prep curriculum prior to graduation, community service, and volunteer activities by the LECSP Nominating Committee. After the field of applicants was narrowed down, nominees were submitted to ICI, the statewide administrator of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program, which approves the final selection of scholarship recipients. “This year we had 10 extremely talented students apply for the scholarship. Each student not only excelled academically but also participated in a wide range of extracurricular and community activities,” said Smith. She added, “The quality of the applications made the selection process difficult for the very dedicated committee, which thoroughly reviewed each application and scored fairly based on the set forth guidelines.” Scholarship award alternates were also announced. The first alternate, Rylee Schmuck will receive a scholarship from the Friends of Posey County Fund. Jackson Graff was named the second alternate. Lilly Endowment created the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program for the 1998-99 school year and has supported the program every year since with grants totaling in excess of $505 million. More than 5,200 Indiana students have received the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship since the program’s inception. The primary purposes of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program are: 1) to help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana; 2) to increase awareness of the beneficial roles Indiana community foundations can play in their communities; and 3) to encourage and support the efforts of current and past Lilly Endowment Community Scholars to engage with each other and with Indiana business, governmental, educational, nonprofit and civic leaders to improve the quality of life in Indiana generally and in local communities throughout the state.
13 Dec, 2023
This year, donors to the Posey County Community Foundation are once again making scholarship awards available through the Community Scholarship Program. Applications must be received by midnight on Friday, February 2, 2024. “Many Foundation donors have honored their loved ones, high schools, or professions by endowing scholarship opportunities through the Foundation,” says Amy Smith, the Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact. “We administer scholarships established by individuals, families, and organizations to assist local students in pursuit of advanced education. Together, these scholarships make up our Community Scholarship Program.” Students may apply for one or more scholarships, as long as they meet the particular eligibility requirements. Details about each scholarship and the application are posted on the website at poseycountycf.org/scholarships . Eligibility requirements and selection criteria are determined by donors and are posted on the website. Each scholarship is unique and supports students with a variety of backgrounds, educational goals, and economic statuses. Awards are made without regard to race, creed, color, sex, religion, or national origin and are based on a competitive process that may consider academic achievement, extracurricular activities, personal aspirations, educational goals, and financial need. The deadline to apply is midnight on Friday, February 2, 2024.
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