When you invest in Wayne County, you transform dreams into realities by supporting non-profit arts, civic, cultural, educational, environmental, faith-based, health, and human service organizations.
Your Involvement Impacts Wayne County for Generations
The Wayne County Community Foundation is a charitable community organization that accepts contributions, creates and administers funds, and makes grants for the benefit of the people of the greater Wayne County, Ohio area. We manage and invest 620 separate funds, investing these endowments with awards of over $129 million in grants and scholarships.
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Connections in Wayne County
Investments big and small all make a tremendous impact in our community. Our foundation offers several entry points for donors and budding philanthropists to begin putting their hard earned dollars to work for the betterment of our community. Explore these giving options to get started.
Foundation News
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GIVE 365 Grant Cycle Focuses on Healthy Foundations
GIVE 365 accepting grant applications focusing on housing, hunger, and/or healthcare. more
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Wayne County Community Foundation Selects Contractor for New Office Renovations
Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) is pleased to announce that it has officially selected Campbell Construction as the general contractor for the renovation of its new office space. more
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WCCF Announces Fall 2025 Community Grants
Foundation awards $673,844.78 during its Fall Competitive Grant Cycle. more
Blog Articles
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Women and philanthropy: Four insights to inform your practice
Women are increasingly shaping the philanthropic landscape—often as primary financial decision-makers and stewards of family legacy. Whether transitions happen gradually or in the wake of loss, the shift is unmistakable. Discover four practical insights to help you better serve women clients and strengthen the charitable strategies you design together. more
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Documentation is no joke and coffee is not milk: Two important tax rulings
Two recent cases offer a timely reminder: When it comes to charitable deductions and exempt status, technical compliance is everything. Good intentions alone will not carry the day. We’re highlighting what these rulings mean for your client conversations and how proactive guidance can prevent costly missteps. more
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Case study: Business owners exit with a family legacy
A business sale is never just a financial transaction—it is a turning point for family identity, community presence, and long-term legacy. A case study can help illustrate how intentional philanthropy can transform a liquidity event into a unifying strategy that preserves both values and relationships for the next generation. more
Wayne County
Community Foundation
517 North Market Street
Wooster, Ohio 44691
Phone: (330) 262-3877
Fax: (330) 262-8057
Email: [email protected]
