Bowling Green Community Foundation Funds
The Bowling Green Community Foundation stewards a growing collection of charitable funds established by individuals, families, businesses, and organizations who care deeply about the future of our community. Each fund reflects the passions, values, and vision of the people who created it, allowing their generosity to support meaningful work in Bowling Green today and for generations to come.
Through these funds, donors help strengthen local nonprofits, invest in students, celebrate community pride, and respond to emerging needs across our city. While each fund has its own purpose, together they represent a powerful collective commitment to the wellbeing of Bowling Green.
Below you’ll find the funds currently administered by the Foundation, organized into three categories based on their purpose.
Family and Individual Funds
Family and Individual Funds are established by donors who want to support causes that matter most to them or honor loved ones through lasting philanthropy.
Organization Funds
Organization Funds are created by nonprofits, civic groups, and community partners to help sustain and strengthen their work. These funds provide a stable source of support for programs, operations, or special initiatives while benefiting from the Foundation’s stewardship and investment management.
Scholarship Funds
Scholarship Funds help Bowling Green students pursue educational opportunities and achieve their goals. Established by individuals, families, businesses, or organizations, these funds honor the belief that investing in students strengthens the future of our entire community.
Family and Individual Funds
| A. A. Green Family Fund |
| Amy Ethel Wilson Fund |
| Cormier Fund |
| David C. Miller Fund |
| Dr. Charles A. Waggoner Science Education Foundation Fund |
| Edward and Madonna Carty Family Fund |
| GlenneIene C. Knauss Fund |
| Janis L. Pallister Fund of the BGCF |
| Judy and John Kevern Fund |
| Marsh Family Fund |
| Nancy Ullom Beautification Fund |
| The Elsass Family Fund |
| The Jane Elsass Barman Memorial Fund |
| Thomas and Dianne Klein Community Fund |
| William G. Clifford Fund |
Organization Funds
| BG Chamber Community Events Fund |
| Black Swamp Arts Festival Endowment Fund |
| Bowling Green Area Community Bands Endowment Fund |
| Bowling Green Community Foundation Fund |
| Bowling Green Community Foundation Operating Fund |
| Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Simpson Garden Park Endowment Fund |
| Bowling Green Schools Endowment Fund |
| Bowling Green Swim Club Endowment Fund |
| Dolores A. Black Special Olympics Fund |
| Douglas G. Ullman-Children’s Resource Center Fund |
| First Christian Church of Bowling Green Fund |
| First United Methodist Church, Bowling Green, Ohio – Elfreda M. Rusher Capital Building Improvement Endowed Fund |
| First United Methodist Church, Bowling Green, Ohio – The Carolyn Ulsh Endowed Fund |
| First United Methodist Church, Bowling Green, Ohio – Virginia Mallory Endowed Fund |
| First United Methodist Day Care Center Donor Advised Fund |
| First United Methodist Day Care Center Fund |
| Friends of the Parks Fund |
| Greater BG Area Real Estate Association Fund |
| Habitat for Humanity of Wood County, Inc. Fund |
| James Brown/Madrigal Singers Fund |
| Larson/Coffey Bowling Green Rotary Club Fund |
| Oldrich Jicha/Wood County Humane Society Fund |
| Penny Whistle Fund |
| The ARC of Wood County Fund |
| Town/Gown Education Fund |
| WLRS Endowed Fund |
| Women’s Club of Bowling Green Fund |
| Wood County Clover Legacy Fund |
| Wood County Committee on Aging Endowment Fund |
| Wood County District Public Library Foundation – Guthrie Local History Fund |
| Wood County District Public Library Foundation – Lorrne Love Ort Fund |
| Wood County District Public Library Foundation – Paul and Maureen Endres Fund |
| Wood County District Public Library Foundation – Virginia Mallory Fund |
| Wood County District Public Library Fund |
| Wood County Horse and Pony Clubs Donor Advised Fund |
| Wood County Horse and Pony Clubs Endowment Fund |
| Wood County Humane Society Fund |
| Wood Lane Foundation Restle Fund |
| Wood Lane Foundation, Inc. Fund |
Scholarships
| Basset / Matheny / Winton Families Scholarship |
| BGHS Class of 1973 Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| BGHS Class of 1978 Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Bowling Green Jaycees Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Cheryl J. Dauterman Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Ed and Sandra Metzger Scholarship Fund |
| Elmer L. Boyles Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Eric Zimmerman Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Fern B. Harger Scholarship Fund |
| Haas Family Scholarship Fund |
| James Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Jeffrey C. Fether Scholarship Fund |
| Jodi Lyn Krone Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Kenneth H. Harger Scholarship Fund |
| Kevin Wolfe Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Leonard and Maggie Davis Scholarship Fund |
| Marjorie and R. Donald Robinson Scholarship Fund |
| Martin Family Scholarship Fund |
| Paul Windisch Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Ross Barr Scholarship Fund |
| Steve Beattie Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| The Zachary E. Biller Memorial Scholarship Fund |
| Tim Young Memorial Scholarship Fund |
Create a Fund
Anyone can establish a fund with the Bowling Green Community Foundation. Whether you wish to support a cause, honor a loved one, or invest in the future of our community, we would be honored to help you turn your vision into lasting impact.
Learn More About Establishing a Fund by contacting us at bgcf@bgohcf.org
