From the President & CEO Even though Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of winter, the Saginaw Community Foundation (SCF) team has already sprung into action. The year is off to a strong start with several exciting accomplishments and initiatives underway....
We are happy to announce the addition of Katey LaPratt to the staff here at Saginaw Community Foundation as Program Associate. In her role, she will support our competitive grants and scholarship programs. Katey received a bachelor’s degree in history from Saginaw...
Between May 9 – Oct. 9, 2025, Saginaw Community Foundation (SCF) granted $773,187.75, supporting 45 programs and projects via its designated, donor advised and competitive grant processes. “Every person who has supported the foundation – whether through donations,...
Saginaw Community Foundation recently received re-accreditation with the National Standards for Community Foundations – the nation’s highest standard for philanthropic excellence. Saginaw Community Foundation was first accredited in 2006 and has maintained its...
Saginaw Community Foundation presented four community awards at our 2025 Annual Celebration held at Saginaw Valley State University on Sept. 8., 2025 Frank N. Andersen Spirit of Philanthropy Award Al and Beth Thieme were named this year’s recipients of the Frank N....
This past summer, Saginaw high school students had the chance to look at their futures from a whole new perspective – literally. Thanks to a $40,000 Community Improvement Initiative grant awarded annually from the Saginaw Community Foundation, HELP Community Violence...
