News and Stories - Putnam County Community Foundation

PCCF to Host County-Wide Day of Service

The countdown to our biggest community initiative of the year has begun! Volunteer registration is now officially open for the 2026 Putnam County Day of Service on Friday,…

Putnam County Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Application Open August 1

The 2027 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship (LECS) application will be open August 1 – September 9, 2026 through the Putnam County Community Foundation (PCCF). This scholarship opportunity provides…

PCCF Awards $230,000 in 2026 Community Impact Grants

June 26, 2026 The Putnam County Community Foundation (PCCF) is pleased to announce its 2026 Community Impact Grant recipients, awarding over $230,000 to community partners serving Putnam County.…

Celebrating Extraordinary Impact: Kate Knaul Receives the Spirit of Philanthropy Award

The Spirit of Philanthropy Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Putnam County Community Foundation’s Board. It is not an annual requirement; instead, it is reserved exclusively…

PCCF Celebrates Impact and Leadership at Annual Meeting

The Putnam County Community Foundation (PCCF) hosted its Annual Meeting on June 18, 2026, at the Putnam County Museum, bringing together donors, community partners, and volunteers to celebrate…

PCCF Awards Over $290,000 in Scholarships in 2026

The Putnam County Community Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship awards. This year, students from across Putnam County have been selected to receive…

Putnam County Second Graders Inspire Generosity through Kids Make Change Philanthropy Program

The Putnam County Community Foundation is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 Kids Make Change challenges, celebrating the incredible philanthropy of local elementary students. Through a…

Match Madness Results are In!

Celebrating Results from PCCF’s 40th Anniversary Campaign As the Putnam County Community Foundation (PCCF) marks 40 years of growing generosity, we are proud to share the results of…

Evolving Our Brand

Putnam County residents are humble, hardworking, and honest. It’s an undeniable truth that shapes our community. We have big dreams for the future, and we’re committed to bringing…