The Defiance Area Foundation has announced a generous $25,000 donation from the Defiance Moose Lodge #2094. This contribution will support grants distributed through the Foundation’s donor-advised fund. “We are greatly appreciative of your generosity and all that you are doing to make an impact in the Defiance County communities,” said Chelsie Schroeder, Marketing Director of…
Children’s Lantern has been awarded a $1,000 grant from Defiance Moose Lodge #2094, administered through the Defiance Area Foundation, in support of their upcoming gala on April 11. The donation highlights the Moose Lodge’s ongoing commitment to supporting local causes that strengthen the Defiance County community. For more information about local grants or to support…
The Defiance County Historical Society is the proud recipient of a $1,200 grant from Defiance Moose Lodge #2094, thanks to the support of the Defiance Area Foundation. The funds will be used to help host the upcoming Mohn Family entertainment weekend, an event anticipated to bring community members together to celebrate local heritage and family…
Hebron Ministries is the recipient of a $1,000 grant from Defiance Moose Lodge #2094, facilitated through the Defiance Area Foundation. The funds will go toward building a shelter for women served by the ministry. The donation underscores the Moose Lodge’s commitment to community support and aligns with its mission to improve the lives of others…
The Defiance Area Foundation (DAF) is thrilled to announce that Defiance College has joined as a Bronze Sponsor for its Inaugural Gala, taking place on October 4, 2025. This generous support is made possible by Edd Buhl of Indianapolis, Indiana, a dedicated and long-serving member of the Defiance College Board of Trustees. The partnership between…
The Defiance Development and Visitors Bureau’s (DDVB) Holiday Decorating Committee has been awarded a generous grant of $25,275 from the Detwiler-Rodriguez Donor Advised Fund. This fund operates under the Defiance Area Foundation and aims to support community-focused initiatives. The grant will be used to create a firetruck display for next winter and future holiday seasons,…
The Defiance Area Foundation is thrilled to announce that Defiance Elks Lodge #147 has stepped up as the Bar Sponsor for the inaugural Defiance Area Foundation Gala, scheduled for October 4, 2025. This sponsorship plays a crucial role in making the gala a reality, helping to support the foundation’s ongoing efforts in strengthening and enriching…
The Johnson Memorial Library in Hicksville has received a significant financial boost, securing a $7,500 grant from the Hicksville Community Fund, a charitable fund managed by the Defiance Area Foundation (DAF). This funding will support the library’s ongoing remodeling and renovation efforts, ensuring improved facilities for the community. Additionally, the Johnson Memorial Library Friends received…
The Defiance Area Foundation (DAF) has announced an exciting partnership as the Keller Family Foundation steps forward as a $25,000 Diamond Sponsor for DAF’s inaugural Gala. Scheduled to take place on October 4, 2025, the event marks a milestone for the foundation, aiming to further its community impact. The Keller Family Foundation’s generosity underscores a…
The Defiance Area Foundation is thrilled to announce Arthur Law Firms Co. L.P.A. as a Silver Sponsor for its inaugural gala, scheduled for October 4, 2025. The sponsorship highlights Arthur Law Firms’ commitment to community enrichment and its dedication to supporting meaningful local initiatives. As a Silver Sponsor, Arthur Law Firms is playing a pivotal…
The Defiance Dream Center has been awarded a $1,000 grant from the Keith Hubbard Family Fund, under the Defiance Area Foundation umbrella. This grant will support the Center’s efforts in fostering community growth and empowering individuals through its various programs. Congratulations to the Defiance Dream Center for this significant recognition and support from the Keith…
The Defiance Area Foundation is excited to announce the creation of the Detwiler and Rodriguez Family Donor Advised Fund, established by Shelley Detwiler and her family. This new fund is set to make a lasting impact on the Defiance community through targeted charitable giving. The Detwiler and Rodriguez families aim to build a legacy of…
The Black Swamp Area Council of Boy Scouts has received a generous $25,000 grant from the Defiance Area Foundation (DAF) as part of its fall grant cycle. This funding was instrumental in completing the construction of the Keith Hubbard Dining Hall, a new facility that will benefit scouting programs and events in the community. The…
