Fund Catalog

Administrative Endowment

The Administrative Endowment Fund provides long-term support for the essential operations of the Sanilac County Community Foundation. Earnings from this permanent fund help sustain the day-to-day work that keeps our mission moving forward—from donor services and grantmaking to community outreach and stewardship. By supporting this fund, donors help ensure the Community Foundation remains strong, stable, and deeply connected to the community we serve, allowing us to continue building a brighter future for generations to come.

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Albrecht Field Endowment

The Albrecht Field Endowment Fund was established to support improvements, general maintenance and enhancements to Sandusky Community Schools’ Albrecht Field.

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Blue Water Habitat For Humanity “Power”

This fund supports Blue Water Habitat for Humanity’s mission and helps make possible the special programs and projects that strengthen the Blue Water area.

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Community Endowment

The Community Endowment Fund is a collection of permanent, flexible funds that support grants to enrich local communities, making this a flexible way to ensure donations are used where the needs and opportunities are greatest. Donations not designated for a specific fund automatically go into the Community Endowment Fund, supporting grants that improve and enrich the lives of Sanilac County residents. Grants are distributed twice per year - Spring and Fall.

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Cros-Lex Community

The Cros-Lex Community Fund was established to support the growth of prosperity in the Cros-Lex area

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Chief Dave Hall First Responders

The Chief Dave Hall First Responders Fund was established in memory of Dave Hall, who proudly served Sanilac County for 49 years through the Sanilac County Sheriff Department and the Croswell, Lexington, and Peck police departments. After 30 years with the sheriff department, he retired as a detective-sergeant and went on to serve an additional 17 years as Chief of the Croswell Police Department. Dave passed away in 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. This fund supports our First Responders Grant Round, which provides funding for education, training, and equipment needs for local first responders.

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A.L. Degel / R.L. Shambarger First Responders

The A.L. Degel / R.L. Shambarger First Responders Fund supports our First Responders Grant Round, which provides funding for education, training, and equipment needs for local first responders.

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Donald & Diana Thomas First Responders

The Donald and Diana Thomas First Responders Fund was established to commemorate the many years of service that Don Thomas dedicated to the first responder community. Funds are used to support the Carsonville-Port Sanilac Police, Fire, and EMS Support Services.

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Grow Sanilac

The Grow Sanilac Fund supports new and innovative projects or the continued growth of the Sanilac County Community Foundation.

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Gruber-Dahmen Entrepreneurship

The Gruber-Dahmen Entrepreneurship Fund was established to support organizations that stimulate economic development and encourage entrepreneurial growth. By investing in initiatives that foster innovation, business development, and local opportunity, the fund helps strengthen the economic vitality of the community and promote long-term prosperity.

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Operating Fund

The Operating Fund for the Community Foundation supports the essential infrastructure behind the organization’s work. Without contributions to this fund, operations are sustained primarily through fund administrative fees totaling less than 2%—a notably lean model. Additional support strengthens professional capacity, enhances donor stewardship and storytelling, and ensures stable, effective grantmaking administration, allowing the Community Foundation to serve Sanilac County with excellence both now and into the future. Your support is deeply appreciated and never expected.

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Replogle Fund

The Replogle Fund was originally established as a donor advised fund and is now being purposed as the Community Foundation’s first “Fund for the Community.” Designed to provide flexible, unrestricted grantmaking, the fund enables the Community Foundation to respond to immediate needs, emerging challenges, and high-impact opportunities across Sanilac County. At the same time, the fund preserves the Replogle family’s legacy of generosity by creating a lasting resource dedicated to strengthening the community today and for generations to come.

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City of Sandusky Cemetery Perpetual Care Endowment

The City of Sandusky Cemetery Perpetual Care Endowment Fund was established to provide permanent financial support for the ongoing care and maintenance of the community’s cemetery. Earnings from this endowed fund help preserve the dignity, appearance, and respectful environment of the grounds through activities such as landscaping, repairs, and general upkeep. By creating a reliable and lasting funding source, the endowment ensures the cemetery remains a well-maintained place of remembrance, honoring those laid to rest while serving the community for generations to come.

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Sandusky District Library Endowment

The Sandusky District Library Endowment Fund was established to provide permanent financial support for the Sandusky District Library and its mission to serve as a vital educational and cultural resource for the community. Earnings from this endowed fund help enhance library services, expand programming, maintain collections, and support improvements that foster lifelong learning for residents of all ages. By building a lasting source of funding, the endowment helps ensure the library can continue adapting to the evolving needs of the community while remaining a welcoming place for discovery, connection, and knowledge for generations to come.

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Sanilac County Patriotic Endowment

The Sanilac County Patriotic Endowment Fund was established to provide lasting financial support for the care, preservation, and enhancement of the monuments located on the Sanilac County Courthouse lawn. Created following the establishment of the Wall of Honor—made possible in part through the Sefton-Leggett Legacy Fund—this endowment reflects the community’s deep respect for the men and women who have served our country. Earnings from the fund also support the Flags of Remembrance Project, helping ensure this meaningful tribute continues to honor veterans and strengthen community awareness of their service and sacrifice. By building a permanent source of funding, the endowment safeguards these important symbols of patriotism while promoting ongoing stewardship of the courthouse grounds.

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Sanilac Women Who Care

The Sanilac Women Who Care Fund was established to support the Sanilac Women Who Care Giving Circle and its collective approach to local philanthropy. Through this model, members make an annual contribution that is pooled to create a significant grant for a nonprofit serving Sanilac County. Organizations submit proposals, selected finalists present their initiatives, and members vote to determine the grant recipient—ensuring a thoughtful, community-driven decision-making process. By transforming individual gifts into impactful funding, the fund strengthens the Giving Circle’s ability to address local needs while fostering connection, engagement, and shared purpose among women committed to making a difference.

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Sefton-Leggett Legacy

The Sefton-Leggett Legacy Fund was created to give back to the many individuals and organizations that make Sanilac County a safer, stronger, and more compassionate place to live. This fund provides support to the Sanilac County Sheriff’s Department and local first responder organizations, organizations supporting breast cancer patients, Sanilac County veterans, and the Sanilac County Humane Society. Together, these efforts reflect a deep commitment to caring for our neighbors—protecting those who serve, uplifting those in need, honoring those who have sacrificed, and showing kindness to the animals who bring joy to our lives.

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The Goodtimers

The Goodtimers Endowment Fund was established to provide lasting financial support for The Goodtimers, a nonprofit service organization originally rooted in Deckerville and dedicated to serving communities throughout Sanilac County. Distributions from this permanently endowed fund help sustain the organization’s charitable efforts, community programs, and outreach initiatives that enhance quality of life for local residents. By building a permanent source of funding, the endowment strengthens The Goodtimers’ ability to continue their tradition of service and community involvement for generations to come.

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