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Learn all about the Tipp City Foundation!
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- May 7, 2025
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- 2418
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Summary
Learn all about the Tipp City Foundation! Heather Bailey and Diana Featherstone of the Tipp Foundation drop by the News Makers podcast to chat with Greg about all the amazing work the Foundation is doing and offer an inside look at how the Foundation operates and the impact it has on Tipp City and surrounding areas. Shaping the Future of Our Community The Tipp City Foundation, a cornerstone of local philanthropy since its founding in 1943, has quietly grown into a $10 million force for good-thanks largely to the generosity and vision of local residents. With humble beginnings of just $1,300, it has expanded to more than $10 million today, with most growth coming directly from community contributions rather than market gains. A Legacy of Local Giving The Foundation now manages over 60 endowment funds, nearly all established by individuals or families to honor loved ones, commemorate milestones, or support causes close to their hearts. The Tipp City Foundation is a Local Charity whose Primary Purpose is “giving back” to the Community. As a local charity, the Tipp City Foundation focuses on the core principles of “we give,” “we receive,” and “we say thanks.” Funds and Funding Sources The Foundation promotes local community endeavors and advances charitable giving through an unwavering commitment for future generations. The Foundation collects dollars and puts them into endowed funds. Each fund is invested, with only 4% of its earnings distributed annually to ensure long-term sustainability. This model allows the Foundation to support needs both large and small, from $230 grants for quiz team buzzers to $75,000 commitments for major projects like the Tipp Pride stadium. The funds support a diverse range of priorities, including scholarships, beautification, animal welfare,…