Why 2026 is different: Four tax-time reminders
by Paula Trentman, Lenawee Community Foundation Executive Vice President It’s tax season, which means it’s a terrific time to ensure that your charitable giving goals are on track. If you’ve already established a fund at the Lenawee Community Foundation (LCF), please reach out to discuss your charitable priorities for 2026 and beyond. If you’ve not […]
Lenawee Community Foundation expands longstanding Resource Guide with new Spanish edition
ADRIAN, Mich., Mar. 9, 2026 – When neighbors come together, communities grow stronger. That belief has guided the Lenawee Community Foundation (LCF) for decades. As a community foundation created by and for Lenawee County, LCF exists to connect people who care with causes that matter — stewarding charitable gifts, responding to local needs, and helping […]
Lenawee Cares grant applications open March 1 for local health & human services organizations
ADRIAN, Mich., Feb. 27, 2026 – The Lenawee Community Foundation will soon be accepting grant applications through its Lenawee Cares program, providing vital support to Lenawee County organizations that meet basic needs and strengthen our community. Applications will be accepted March 1 – April 1, 2026, from Lenawee County health and human service nonprofits assisting […]
Hunters Helping Lenawee more than doubles previous record, donating over 12,650 pounds of venison to fight hunger in Lenawee
ADRIAN, Mich., Feb. 2, 2026 – Hunters Helping Lenawee, a program of The Lenawee Community Foundation (LCF), announced today an incredible year of venison donation into the Lenawee community. As of January 30, 2026, a record 12,652.5 pounds of venison has been donated to Lenawee food pantries and community meal programs. Nearly two and a […]
What’s New in the Numbers: A Checklist for Charitable Tax Rules in 2026
Well before 2025 made way for 2026, you were no doubt already tracking the various IRS thresholds that are subject to adjustment, as well as the new tax laws’ impact on planning techniques. But have you thought about how each of these thresholds might relate to your clients’ charitable giving? Here are pointers to keep […]
Lenawee YOUTH Council awards $25,000 in grants for local youth-based projects
ADRIAN, Mich., Jan. 13, 2026 – The Lenawee Community Foundation (LCF), a charitable organization created by and for the community, announced that $25,000 in grants, recommended by the Lenawee YOUTH Council (LYC) and approved by the LCF board, will be awarded to 16 programs and organizations in Lenawee County for local youth-based projects. A program […]
Lenawee Community Foundation Welcomes Herrick Foundation Grants & Programs Fellow
Lenawee County will benefit from added capacity to support local needs with the addition of Madison Roberts as the Lenawee Community Foundation’s Herrick Foundation Grants & Programs Fellow. This new role is focused on listening, learning, and working alongside community partners. Roberts will help strengthen grants, scholarships, and programs that improve everyday life for Lenawee residents. Her work will support children, families, seniors, veterans, and neighbors across the county—helping build a healthier, happier, and more hopeful Lenawee.
LCF Strengthens Local Food Support as SNAP Benefits Pause
ADRIAN, Mich., Nov. 10, 2025 With the temporary pause in federal SNAP benefits causing concern for families across Michigan, the Lenawee Community Foundation (LCF) is reinforcing its commitment to strengthening Lenawee’s health, happiness, and hope by supporting immediate needs. LCF will distribute $11,000 in annual grants this week to food pantries across Lenawee County. These […]
Bagging for a Difference: Lenawee Cares Event Returns to Adrian Country Market November 21
ADRIAN, Mich., Nov. 6, 2025 Community spirit will be on full display as volunteers join forces for the annual Lenawee Cares Bagging for a Difference event at Adrian Country Market. From noon to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21, shoppers can make a difference simply by saying “yes” to having their groceries bagged by a […]
Who Inspires You? Nominate Them for a Lenawee Community Foundation Award
ADRIAN, Mich., Oct. 1, 2025 The Lenawee Community Foundation is seeking nominations for three awards that will be presented at its Annual Celebration next spring. The awards are: The Lenawee Leadership Award, the Stubnitz Award, and the Incito Award. These honors shine a light on neighbors whose leadership, service, and generosity strengthen Lenawee. “Each nomination […]