The Plymouth Redevelopment Commission provided a financial and structural overview of the Aquatic Center Project that will be built adjacent to the LifePlex when they met earlier this week. City Attorney Sean Surrisi explained that while 2.2 million dollars of grant money received through the Regional Cities Initiative will be used for the Aquatic Center, new funds have become available that will allow for more structures to be constructed with this project. Continue reading
Lake Maxinkuckee, Tippecanoe River Projects Receive LARE Grants
Two local waterways will be getting some upgrades, thanks to grant funding from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. The latest round of Lake and River Enhancement program grants includes funds for projects benefiting Lake Maxinkuckee and the Tippecanoe River.
Culver Town Council, Stellar Committee Prepare for Site Visit
The finishing touches are complete on the Stellar Strategic Investment Plan for submission to the Stellar Communities Designation Program committee for the Town of Culver.
Culver Town Manager Jonathan Leist said Union Township submitted a letter of support toward the project along with a $40,000 contribution toward the effort. The Marshall County Community Foundation, in coordination with the Vonnegut Fund through the organization, contributed $80,000 toward the bike and pedestrian trail project and Elkay Manufacturing is partnering with the town to provide cabinetry and plumbing fixtures for the proposed Sandhill Farm workforce development housing project.
Triton Education Foundation Fund Created for Scholarships
The Triton Community School Corporation and the Marshall County Community Foundation have come together to help Triton students further their education with scholarship opportunities in the trades industry.
Lake Maxinkuckee Amphitheater Crowdfunding Effort a Success
The crowdfunding effort for a proposed amphitheater in the Culver Town Park was a success.
A little over $45,000 was gathered in the fundraising campaign. The opportunity was put forward in order to get an Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority matching grant of $30,000 toward the project. The project also has grant support from the Marshall County Community Foundation in the amount of $25,000. The estimated cost of the project is $143,000.
Marshall County Community Foundation Now Accepting Applications for Fall Grants
The Marshall County Community Foundation is accepting its second round of applications for grants in 2017. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 pm on Tuesday, August 1, 2017. Continue reading
Marshall County Community Foundation Match Day a Success
The Marshall County Community Foundation (MCCF) held a Match Madness day last week which was deemed a success.
MCCF Chief Development and Communications Officer Angela Rupchock-Schafer said the event on May 25 was an opportunity to match a contribution of any amount with an added boost.
Marshall County Community Foundation Match Day is Today
Today is the day to help many nonprofit organizations with an endowment fund through the Marshall County Community Foundation.
In today’s Marshall County Match Madness event, new and existing endowment funds within the Marshall County Community Foundation are eligible for a 10 percent match with up to $50,000 matching dollars total. Donations of any size will be taken for any endowment fund.
Marshall County Community Foundation Donation Day Set
The staff at the Marshall County Community Foundation has set a day where contributions to endowment funds will get a 10 percent match.
On Thursday, May 25, new and existing endowment funds with the foundation are eligible for the 10 percent match with up to a total of $50,000 matching funds. Executive Director Linda Yoder said 347 endowment funds are held at the foundation.
Marshall County Community Foundation Awards Grants
The first round of Marshall County Community Foundation grants was announced this week.
Twenty-two organizations in Marshall County received $122,588 in unrestricted funds through the Marshall County Community Foundation. Unrestricted funds are the most flexible and responsible of the Foundation’s 347 funds in addressing current and emergent needs. These funds support the arts, education, health and human services, recreation and the environment.
Culver Receives Lake Maxinkuckee Amphitheater Grant
The Culver Park Department is the recipient of a $25,000 grant from the Marshall County Community Foundation.
The grant will be used to build an amphitheater just east of the Culver Beach Lodge.
The outdoor venue will be home for music, art and educational events at the Culver Beach with Lake Maxinkuckee providing a unique setting.
Culver Council Considers Beach Lodge Improvements, Amphitheater Funding
The Culver Beach Lodge is getting a few repairs and minor upgrades. Continue reading
Bremen FFA Students Launch Scholarship Fund
Bremen High School’s FFA chapter is looking to improve its scholarship offerings, thanks to the Marshall County Community Foundation and the Bremen High School farm. Continue reading
Rees Theater Plans Discussed
The Rees Theater in Downtown Plymouth may become a multi-use event space in the coming years. Randy Danielson and a growing committee of volunteers have been working with the Wythougan Valley Preservation Council on a renovation plan. Community members filled Wild Rose Moon Thursday to hear an update on the project and offer input. Continue reading
Meeting Scheduled to Discuss Reese Theater Preservation, Other Local Landmarks
A Plymouth landmark is a step closer to preservation. Ownership of the Rees Theater was transferred to the Wythougan Valley Preservation Council on Jan. 26. That places the building into 501c3 nonprofit status, which qualifies it for various grants and philanthropic community gifting to fund restoration efforts. Continue reading
MCCF Announces 2017 Lilly Endowment Community Scholar
A Plymouth High School student is the 2017 Marshall County Community Foundation Lilly Endowment Community Scholar. Continue reading
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Applications Now Available
High school seniors in Marshall County have the chance to have their college education paid for. Applications for the 2017 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship are now available. Continue reading
Funeral Arrangements Finalized for Bob Pickell
Funeral arrangements have been set for a longtime Plymouth Community School Corporation music teacher. Bob Pickell was killed Friday night when he fell through the attic at his Plymouth home onto the cement garage floor. Continue reading
Leadership Marshall County Class Graduates
The 21st Leadership Marshall County class was recognized during a graduation ceremony last week in Culver. LMC Chair Valerie Weis said in a statement that the nine-month class aims to bring together community leaders who otherwise may never have interacted, so they can come up with new ways to better Marshall County. Continue reading
Bremen High School Student Named Lilly Endowment Community Scholar
A Bremen High School student is a recipient of the 2016 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship. Benjamin Nick will receive a four-year, full tuition scholarship to the Indiana College of his choice, as well as a $900 yearly stipend for books and equipment. Continue reading
