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Community Impact Through Giving
The Wayne County Foundation exists to foster and encourage private philanthropic giving, to enhance the spirit of community
and to improve the quality of life in the Wayne County, Indiana, area now and for future generations.
In 2023, the Foundation was able to grant more than $2.4 million to our community because of the generosity of our donors. Your gifts enable the Foundation to address immediate needs and support future-focused projects that will help our community thrive.
Featured Articles
Wayne County Foundation Selected for Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow – GIFT VIII
Wayne County Foundation received a grant of $5 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. through the Community Leadership Implementation Grants component of the eighth phase of its Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT VIII) initiative.
Foundation Announces 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Winners
The Wayne County Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Wayne County – Luke Cottrell of Lincoln High School and Willow Warren of Northeastern High School. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are known for their community involvement, academic achievement, character, and leadership.
Charitable Strategies for Ultra-High Net Worth Families
Charitable giving is always an important strategy to discuss with your clients. Many high-net-worth individuals are philanthropic, of course, and charitable gifts reduce taxable income and avoid estate taxes. Charitable giving strategies are particularly relevant as...
The Election Won’t Immediately Change Tax Laws
Many eyes are on the election aftermath seeking clues about what might happen to the tax laws. Of particular interest is the much-analyzed sunset of the higher estate tax exemption, scheduled for the end of 2025 absent intervening legislation. “Absent intervening...