Support the Causes that Matter Most to You
Together, we can build a brighter future for Monroe County. Your donation, no matter the size, is an investment in the future of our community. Whether you’re an individual, a family, or a business, you can make a difference by contributing to funds that align with your passions.
Empowering Women,
Strengthening Community
The G.R.O.W. Monroe Fund, which stands for Giving Represents Our Women, is a women-led initiative focused on creating lasting change for women and children in Monroe County. By addressing critical local issues, G.R.O.W. unites women who believe in the power of giving back.
Join us in building a brighter future.
Enhancing
Life in Milan
Since 2005, the Community Foundation of Monroe County (CFMC) has partnered with the Greater Milan Area Community Fund (GMACF) to enrich life in Milan. Established by local leaders Isabelle Schultz, Donald Harkness, and Millard Phillips, GMACF is dedicated to improving Milan’s environmental, educational, economic, and cultural landscape. Together, CFMC and GMACF provide grants, scholarships, and funding to support Milan’s growth and vitality.
Learn more about GMACF and how you can help.
Donating to a Fund
Your donation to the Community Foundation of Monroe County is more than just a financial contribution—it’s a commitment to the future of our community and the causes you care about. We manage a variety of funds created by generous individuals, each supporting different areas, from education to the arts, that may align with your values. By joining these efforts, you help strengthen our collective impact, building a more vibrant community that reflects the values we all share.
Learn How to
Start a Fund
Starting a fund with the Community Foundation of Monroe County is a simple and rewarding way to ensure your philanthropic vision becomes a reality. Whether you’re looking to support a specific cause, leave a legacy, or make a memorial gift, we provide the tools and guidance to help you achieve your charitable goals.
Funds Available
- All
- Affiliate - Milan Community
- Animal Related
- Arts & Culture
- Education
- Environmental & Beautification
- Faith-Based Support
- General
- Health & Well-Being
- Housing & Shelter
- Improvement & Capacity Building
- Recreation
- Scholarships
- Veterans
- Youth
Friends of the Community Foundation Fund
Friends of the Community Foundation Fund supports the operational needs of the Monroe County Community Foundation
Robert J. Duffey Administration Endowment
The Robert J. Duffey Administration Endowment Fund was created and endowed by Robert J. Duffey to support the work of the Community Foundation of Monroe County.
Dale Malone Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund to provide scholarships to Monroe & Wayne County residents who are Airport High School graduates enrolling in any public university, college, or trade school studying a field related to community service (i.e. medical, nursing, political science, law enforcement, ROTC, military, teaching, etc…)
Monroe Community Heart Savers Non Endowed Special Project Fund
The purpose of the Fund is to serve as a depository for gifts and other receipts and will be used to purchase and provide on-going maintenance of life-saving equipment, such as AEDs, to be installed in entities across Monroe County. The fund will also be used for the education/training on the use of the equipment.
Robert E. & Valerie Clark Endowed Fund
This fund supports study abroad and international exchange programs for students from Monroe County, with a priority on programs in Monroe’s Sister City, Hofu, Japan. Eligible opportunities include those offered through the Monroe International Friendship Association and accredited post-secondary institutions, in alignment with the Community Foundation’s charitable mission.
Home Builders Association of Monroe County Endowed Fund
The Home Builders Association of Monroe County Endowed Fund supports the annual Robert L. Polk and John D. Kohler Student Design Competition, fostering innovation and excellence in student design. If the competition is ever discontinued, the fund will support the Home Builders Association of Monroe County’s scholarship program, ensuring continued investment in the next generation of builders and designers.
Home Builders Association of Monroe County Endowed Scholarship Fund
This scholarship fund provides financial support to Monroe County residents who have graduated from any public or private high school in the county. Scholarships are available for both traditional students enrolling in college, university, or trade school immediately after high school, as well as non-traditional students returning to school after a break, attending part-time, or pursuing a second career.
Bonnie Jean England Endowed Scholarship Fund
This fund will provide scholarships to Monroe County residents who are high school graduates (or equivalent) enrolling in an institution of higher learning.
Michael A. Fanola Endowed Scholarship Fund
This fund will provide scholarships to Monroe County residents who are high school graduates (or equivalent) enrolling in an institution of higher learning.
Cornerstone 100 Lake Erie Bicycle Tour Non-endowed Special Project Fund
The purpose of the Fund is to serve as a depository for gifts and other receipts and distributions that will be used for the production of the Cornerstone 100 Lake Erie Bicycle Tour Event.
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