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Make a Difference with Your Gift

For more than 50 years, the Shiawassee Community Foundation has been connecting generous donors with the causes that matter most in our community. Every gift—large or small—creates a ripple effect of positive change, helping us grow a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant Shiawassee County.

Giving is simple, flexible, and impactful. With over 100 Agency, Grant, and Scholarship funds to choose from, you can direct your contribution to the area that speaks to your heart—or make a gift to our Community Cares Fund to support the greatest needs of today and tomorrow.

Together, we can ensure your generosity makes a lasting difference right here at home.

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Our Funds
To make it easier to find a fund, they are categorized by type. Please select a type, and a drop-down menu will list all of the associated funds.
All Funds
Please select a fund.
Scholarship Funds
Please select a scholarship fund.
Field of Interest/Donor Advised Funds
Field of Interest and Donor Advised funds allow donors to support a specific charitable cause, such as the arts, youth, ecology, services for the elderly, or health and human services.
Unrestricted Funds
This funds are used to support charitable, scientific, literary and educational purposes as will best enhance the well-being of the residents of Shiawassee County as approved by the Shiawassee Community Foundation Board of Directors.
Agency Funds
Designated agency funds administered by the Shiawassee Community Foundation benefit a specific agency only that is determined by the original donor. No application form is required. Grant checks are sent directly to the agency after approval by the Board of Directors.
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Ways to Give

At the Shiawassee Community Foundation, giving is simple and meaningful. Whether you choose to give today, plan for the future, or establish a new fund, your generosity helps strengthen Shiawassee County for generations to come.

Give Now

A gift of cash is the easiest way to make an impact—and it may qualify you for a charitable tax deduction this year. There are many convenient ways to give right away:

Donate Online – Make a secure online gift to an existing fund.
Mail a Check – Send your gift to:
Shiawassee Community Foundation
P.O. Box 753, Owosso, MI 48867
(Please include the fund name in the memo line.)
Gifts of Stocks & Bonds – Donating appreciated securities allows you to give generously while avoiding capital gains tax.
Life Insurance – Designate the Foundation as a beneficiary or gift an existing policy to create lasting impact and potential tax benefits.
Retirement Assets – Name the Foundation as a beneficiary of your retirement account to leave a legacy easily.
Charitable Remainder Trusts – Create a trust that provides income for you or your loved ones, with the remainder supporting the causes you care about. (We recommend consulting your professional advisor for details.)

Give Later

Many donors choose to leave a lasting legacy through planned gifts made at the end of their lifetime. We are here to help you explore options that reflect your values and create meaningful impact for the future. We encourage you to talk with your professional advisor about what works best for your situation.

Establish a New Fund

If you’re ready to match your passion with purpose, consider creating a new fund at the Foundation. We’ll work with you to design a giving plan that reflects your charitable goals and benefits the community you love.

To learn more, contact:
Kim Renwick, Executive Director
📞 989-720-7440

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