Behind-the-scenes community connector and facilitator makes Knox County a better place to live and work What does $5 million look like? That’s not a question most of us will ever have the opportunity to consider, yet that’s approximately the amount sown into projects big and small throughout the community each year by Knox County Foundation.…
Lisa Lloyd, Senior Program Director at the Knox County Foundation, announces scholarship awards while Kara Ernsberger, Program Coordinator, presents a scholarship to an East Knox High School student. The Knox County Foundation has awarded more than $1.3 million in scholarships to 484 students for the 2026–2027 academic year, continuing its long-standing commitment to supporting educational…
Five small grants and a strategic investment support projects across Knox County Knox County Foundation has awarded $88,000 in grants through its April 2026 grant cycle, supporting projects focused on student wellness, youth development, historic preservation, community infrastructure, and long-term economic development in Knox County. As part of this cycle, the Foundation awarded $28,000 in…
Ribbon cutting celebration planned for April 2 The new Heart of Ohio Playground at Memorial Park in Centerburg features accessible surfacing and equipment designed for a range of ages and abilities. The Knox County Foundation is proud to celebrate the opening of the new Heart of Ohio Playground at Memorial Park in Centerburg, made possible…
Historic awards include two $300,000 grants and the launch of a new summer youth enrichment initiative MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Foundation Board of Directors approved $1,087,800 in competitive grant funding to 16 nonprofit organizations at its February 11, 2026, board meeting. This year’s cycle saw a record number of applications and a total…
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Foundation is accepting applications for its Youth Philanthropy Internship Program (YPI), a paid summer opportunity that connects college students with Knox County nonprofits while building valuable professional and leadership skills. The eight-week program invites students entering their junior or senior year in the fall of 2026 to Knox County for the summer…
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year. These scholarships are available to high school seniors, current college students, and adults pursuing associate, bachelor, or certain doctoral degrees. The Universal Scholarship Application can be accessed online at https://knoxcf.awardspring.com. The submission deadline is Sunday, March 1, 2026, at…
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Regional Airport thrives as a hub for local businesses and regional pilots. Its economic impact also supports community growth. The airport is Level 2, which means it has at least one jet based there, a certain number of fixed tenants, and year-round operations. “It’s really good to be in…
MOUNT VERNON — Two pop-up food pantries in November offered a taste of goodwill and hope for Knox County families and volunteers. When the Sept. 30 government shutdown dragged into mid-October, Knox County SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) recipients risked losing their November benefits. Knox County SNAP recipients risk losing benefits starting Nov. 1 by Cheryl…
MOUNT VERNON — As the need continues in the community, Knox County Foundation, Interchurch Social Services of Knox County, and Food For The Hungry are joining together again to host another Pop-Up Food Pantry. All Knox County families who are at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level are invited to receive a box of food on…
MOUNT VERNON — Four local organizations will receive a total of $100,000 to support programs that help heal children and families affected by addiction. Knox County commissioners awarded TouchPointe Community Resources, Knox Public Health, Knox County Head Start and the Knox Health Planning Partnership $25,000 each. The money comes from Knox County’s share of the opioid…