Bryan Area Foundation Grants Given
Since its founding in 1969, the Bryan Area Foundation and affiliate Foundations have issued over $11.2 million in grants to a wide spectrum of community-based projects and programs. These encompass recreation, education, athletics, cultural activities, youth and senior citizen programs.
2020 – 2021 Grants
American Legion ($1,080)
A grant of $1,080 was awarded to the American Legion for new American Flags for Bryan’s Downtown Square.
The Bed Brigade ($2,000)
The Bed Brigade, a ministry through Trinity Lutheran Church in Bryan, provides beds and linens to those in need. A $2,000 grant was given to the Bed Brigade for bed building supplies.
Williams County Humane Society ($1,602)
A grant of $1,602 was awarded to the Williams County Humane Society for their Community Cat Program.
Stryker Public Library ($17,000)
A grant of $17,000 was given to the Stryker Public Library to update the current building to reflect the changing needs of the community by adding more gathering space. Renovations also include updating the shelving, furniture, new flooring and paint.
Sandy Cay, Inc. ($24,000)
Sandy Cay, Inc. received a grant of $24,000 for renovations to their facility. The renovations will include replacement of the roof and the sidewalk ramp. The Bryan Center, an educational center through Sandy Cay, Inc., serves children with autism spectrum disorders.
Williams County Parks ($12,000)
The Williams County Parks received a grant of $12,000 to develop a disc golf course at Opdycke Park.
Williams County Sheriff’s Department ($1,500)
A grant of $1,500 was given to the Williams County Sheriff’s Department for training upgrades for their Mounted Division. The Mounted Division provides search and rescue operations, special events, and ground control.
2020 – 2021 Founders Grants
Making a Splash with Founders Grants totaling $25,407!
The Bryan Area Foundation initiated Founders Grants in 2021, to support nonprofit projects and programs up to $2,500. Eleven organizations received a Founders Grant in FY2021.
Pictured L to R, is Amy Miller BAF President/CEO; Kevin Maynard, Bryan Development Foundation; Denver Henderson, Fountain City Festival; Jenny McKarns, Williams County Community Garden Association; Daniel Tinch, YMCA; Gary Arnos, Williams County Bed Brigade; Janet Bosserman, A Renewed Mind; Chantel Dominique, Bloom Kids Closet; Mark Pitman, CPC Women’s Health Resource; Kathleen Ewonus, Sandy Cay, Inc.; Tracy Koenig, St. Patrick Catholic School. Missing from photo is Alan Stouder from Ohio Operation Lifesaver.
Bryan Development Foundation ($2,500)
A grant of $2,500 was awarded to the Bryan Development Foundation for their High Five to Thrive Campaign.
Fountain City Festival ($2,500)
Fountain City Festival was awarded a grant of $2,500 for their 2021 musical, Cinderella.
CPC Women’s Health Resource ($2,132)
A grant of $2,132 was given to CPC for new EWYL curriculum updates for clients.
A Renewed Mind ($1,975)
A Renewed Mind, a behavioral healthcare provider, was awarded a grant of $1,975 to purchase a defibrillator and training.
Sandy Cay, Inc. ($2,500)
Sandy Cay, Inc. was awarded a grant of $2,500 to purchase four new doors for their facility.
The Bed Brigade ($2,500)
The Bed Brigade was given a grant of $2,500 for bed building supplies.
St. Patrick Catholic School ($2,100)
St. Patrick Catholic School in Bryan was awarded a grant of $2,100 for their summer reading program.
Williams County Family YMCA ($2,500)
The Williams County Family YMCA was awarded a grant of $2,500 to replace the lighting in the gym with LED lights.
Ohio Operation Lifesaver ($2,500)
Ohio Operation Lifesaver, a national nonprofit for rail safety education, was awarded a grant of $2,500 to promote railroad safety through a PSA Campaign in Williams County.
Bloom Kids Closet ($2,500)
A grant of $2,500 was awarded to Bloom Kids Closet for their Hanger Program. Bloom Kids Closet’s mission is to encourage self-worth and dignity for youth experiencing hardship and provide them with clothing and hygiene products.
Williams County Community Garden Association ($2,500)
A grant of $1,700 was awarded to the Williams County Community Garden Association to purchase fencing for the Edon Community Garden.