Years ago, a Morenci Area Fund was established at the Lenawee Community Foundation (LCF). This community fund was created to provide flexible, unrestricted resources to address needs, projects, and opportunities in the Morenci area. Donations to the Morenci Area Fund are pooled and invested by the Community Foundation, with 4% of the fund balance available for distribution each year.
During a Coffee Hour event on June 13, Bronna Kahle and Paula Trentman from LCF met with community members to discuss the resources available from LCF and various giving opportunities. The highlight of the meeting was the announcement of a challenge grant: LCF will match dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000 in contributions to the Morenci Area Fund. Despite being established years ago, the fund currently only has the original seed money of $400 plus interest. We invite you to help us build a stronger future for Morenci. Your contribution will be matched by LCF, making your donation go even further.
Since LCF is a 501(c)(3) organization, contributions to the fund are tax-deductible for those who itemize their deductions. Regardless of whether you can itemize, consider making a gift to the Morenci Area Fund. Remember, $5,000 in donations will become $10,000 with LCF’s match, doubling the impact of your gift. Donations of any size make a lasting difference for our Morenci community, and as the fund is set up as an endowment, the earnings will support our community well into the future.
Join us in making a difference! You can send your support by mailing a check to Lenawee Community Foundation (please write 'Morenci Area Fund' in the memo line), 1440 W Maumee Street, Adrian, MI 49221. Alternatively, visit www.lenaweecf.com, click 'Donate,' select your amount, and choose 'Morenci Area Fund' from the dropdown menu. You can also quickly donate by clicking the button below.