Established in 1994 to build local philanthropy, the Sanilac County Community Foundation is
a collection of endowed funds, contributed by many individuals, corporations, private
foundations and government agencies to benefit the Sanilac County area.
The Youth Advisory Council is the “next generation” component of the Sanilac County Community
Foundation, comprised of high school student-leaders representing each school district in Sanilac County.
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In 2025, the Sanilac Women Who Care (SWWC) awarded an $11,600 grant to Holy Family Parish – St. Nicholas Pantry during its annual giving event. The event brought community members together to learn about local nonprofit organizations, connect with others who share a passion for giving back, and support organizations…
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The Sanilac Women Who Care (SWWC) awarded $10,000 to Sleep in Heavenly Peace – MI-Caro at its annual giving event, bringing local women together to support organizations making a difference in Sanilac County. A total of $8,650 was raised through the event for the main grant, with the Goodtimer’s generously…
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The Sanilac County Community Foundation is pleased to announce Grady Rule as the 2026 recipient of the Dr. R. K. Hart / American Legion Scholarship. Grady Rule, son of Mindy Pabst and Jeremy Rule, graduated from Croswell-Lexington High School as a senior scholar. During high school, he played saxophone as…
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The Sanilac County Community Foundation is pleased to announce Katherine Krenke, Laci Woodruff, Megan Shelly, and Ella McMillan as the 2026 recipients of the Diane Wendt Scholarship. Katherine Krenke is the daughter of Mary and Benjamin Krenke. During high school, she was leader of the clarinet section in band and…
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